31 Best Date Ideas in Singapore (More than Just Food & Drink!)

Bored of the usual cafe date? Spice up your relationship by trying something new together!

Last updated: 21 Sep 2023 - 12 min read
31 Best Date Ideas in Singapore (More than Just Food & Drink!)
31 Best Date Ideas in Singapore (More than Just Food & Drink!)
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Switch up your date routine and explore new activities such as graffiti, mangrove kayaking and even pizza making! Doing new things together definitely spices up new and old relationships :)

1

Head Back into Singapore's Swinging 1960s!

This is a really fun and unexpected experience for a date. Plus it's only an hour so you can have dinner & drinks after!

Part theatrical experience, part audio storytelling, with beautiful 1960s production set design and walking through the streets of Jalan Besar at night - this immersive street theatrical experience is like nothing we've done before. Put on your walking shoes, and be transported back in time together!

2

Yummy Gin Tasting in Dempsey

This is one of our favourite date experiences! Tanglin Gin started because our iconic Singapore Sling's main ingredient is Gin - but Singapore doesn't have its own gin! So they concocted all sorts of cool local gin flavours using ingredients in the region, and made some incredibly yummy gin in the jungles of Dempsey!

Here you'll get to smell gin ingredients and later identify them in the gins, and get to taste a LOT of drinks. It's also a gorgeous bar so you can just chill and hang out with your date here after your tasting :)

3

Go on an Axe-trodinary Date!

Our friends love this axe throwing session so much that they've done this on multiple date nights! Here, you'll learn to throw an axe at a target similar to an archery or shooting range and earn points based on where your axe land. Patient instructors are there to teach you the best techniques, and you'll also get your own private throwing area.

4

Graffiti like Banksy

This is one of the perfect first dates since it's so unexpected, and even the most artistically-challenged can go wild with a spray can. Spend an hour graffiting your own wall and laugh about it at drinks afterward. It's the perfect way to unplug from your work week, and do something a little silly and unexpected.

5

Learn Pottery at a Zen Rooftop Studio

A super cosy space, the Dirty Hands Only studio is the perfect date spot to spend a chill afternoon. Listen to the low hum of the potter's wheel, sink your hands into smooth wet clay, and create something beautiful (or wonky!) together.

6

Coffee Meets Bagel!

If you love cafe hopping and brunch on weekends, you'll love this. This is probably Singapore's first and only coffee roasting experience, where you'll hand-make the freshest, most personal cuppa you'll ever drink!

Here you'll get to experience coffee farm-to-table - see the coffee plant growing on the farm; select and roast raw coffee beans over a fire; grind them up by hand; and experiment with different brewing techniques. You'll also get to enjoy a brunch of bagels and churros! (It's Coffee Meets Bagel for real!)

7

Escape to a Secret Rooftop Bee Farm!

This cool rooftop spot exudes London speakeasy vibes, and will definitely earn you brownie points for being in the know. Learn about organic farming, put on your bee suits to meet the honey bees, and indulge in a honey tasting session with the most unusual honey from around the world. End off the evening with house cocktails!

8

Go on a Hiking Adventure!

Nothing keeps a relationship alive than the buzz of excitement 🤩. If you're looking for a thrilling adventure to do with your loved one, this is for you. Get ready to brave through leftover structures from WWII, rampant jungle vines, and wade through ankle-high mud! We strongly recommend this as a double date idea, so invite your other couple friends along for some fun.

9

Wine & Dine on a Private Yacht for Special Occasions!

This private wine & dine yacht trip is one of the most unique ways to celebrate a proposal or special anniversary. You'll head out on a 4-hour yacht trip to Lazarus island, enjoy a yummy 2-course meal & wine all inclusive, and catch the gorgeous MBS skyline night view from the sea. If you wish, you can also have the added special experience of catching your own fish to add to the meal.

10

Make Cocktails & Enjoy Tacos!

We all know that Chimichanga does some of the best cocktails in Singapore, but we didn't know until recently that they also taught cocktail making, and offered a yummy (light) Mexican meal to cap it all off! This is a really cool experience where you explore a market beforehand to find fresh ingredients, and then get to incorporate it into your own yummy cocktails! Perfect for birthdays and special dates.

11

Learn to Paint and Play a Ukulele!

This has got to be one of our faves - it's art jamming but with an awesome random twist. You'll get to paint your own ukulele, learn to play it, and then bring it home! You can't take yourself too seriously when you're both learning to play the ukulele, and you'll get to see who can serenade the other better afterward! Perfect for first dates or cool anniversaries.

12

Try Longboarding!

If you're looking for a bit of cheeky adventurous fun, this is a dream date. Learn the basics of longboarding with your date and by the end of the class you can impress each other with your new techniques! This is perfect for those who don't take themselves too seriously, and want a date with lots of glee.

13

Mangrove Kayaking in Ubin

We love Ubin - it makes us feel like we're travelling back in time. For nature lovers, kayaking among the secluded mangroves of Ubin is super special as it feels like you're getting a proper getaway from the bustle of Singapore. Perfect for couples who are looking for something fun on the weekends!

14

Art Jam in a chilled studio

We know friends who swear that Art Jamming is the best way to spend a date! Not only can you chill out in a zen studio together, chat at your own pace, but you can also create an awesome piece of art. Whether you're good or terrible at art, this will give you lots to talk about afterward!

15

Make Pizza Together in a Wood-Fire Oven + Eat!

This is super cool - not only do you get to make your own pizza in a handcrafted brick oven, you'll get yummy pizza & beers to enjoy at the end of the session! You'll raise the fire using sustainably sourced firewood, make your own dough, and top it off with yummy toppings! Perfect for new and old couples who love food and something super unique.

16

Private Rooftop Movie with Cocktails

This is one of our favourites for a special surprise celebration! Here, you'll have a beautiful secret rooftop garden all to yourself, where you can enjoy a private movie under the stars 🤩 This comes with 3 cocktails per person, and the host will provide a screen, projector and Apple TV (so you can stream movies from your own Netflix account). You can also bring your own picnic, or order food to be delivered!

17

Practise Mindfulness Together

If you're feeling a bit burnt out, or are in need of a quick recharge, you should try out forest bathing. It sounds unusual, but it's basically a guided meditation in nature that has been shown to lower stress levels and increase focus. You will come away from this experience refreshed, with a newfound appreciation for nature, and most importantly - each other.

18

Explore Singapore's Hidden Marine World

Have you ever heard of Singapore's intertidal zones? Nor had we until recently! These intertidal zones are home to some of the coolest, cutest and weirdest marine life we’ve seen in our life. If you have a date with a wildlife lover, head out to explore our hidden marine life with a naturalist guide. You'll learn lots, plus come away with a newfound appreciation for Singapore's epic wildlife.

19

Make Your Own Rug!

If you're looking for something unusual for your home, why not make your own custom rug? It's super addictive, surprisingly easy to learn and you'll get to have your own personalised rug laying in your living room! If you've just BTO-ed and you're dreaming of your new home together, this could be perfect for you :)

20

Private Hand Building Pottery at Lush Garden Studio

If you have a special occasion coming up, why not commemorate it with a private pottery class in a gorgeous lush backyard setting? Here in your own private oasis, you can learn to make special ceramic pieces (i.e. not just cups and bowls), or to customise a ceramic piece to suit your special day. It's a really special and intimate way to spend an afternoon.

21

Fishing Day Out!

This is an amazing value day out on the water! If your guy has always wanted to try their hand at fishing, treat him to a day out on the water on a beginner-friendly fishing trip! Here, he'll learn from fishing pros the basics of fishing offshore, how to use a fishing rod, how to tie your own fishing rigs, and learn the different techniques of bottom fishing, Jigging, Tenya and more! It's a private trip so you can go along and learn too, or just enjoy the sun and sea 🤩

22

Get Really Messy and SPLAT your paint!

If this is your first date, this is a GREAT conversation starter. At this splat pain session, you'll get to unwind and really let loose in a kooky and colourful way. Splat paint house is the first and only of its kind in Singapore. Here you will literally be able to throw paint at the wall, and unleash your inner Jackson Pollock!

23

Make Korean Wine in a Lovely Home

If you and your date love trying out foodie experiences, this is a really unique and heartfelt one. This is a super fun session where you'll learn to make Makgeolli, Korean rice wine. What makes this extra special is that you'll get to do this in the comfort of the lovely home of your host, and also enjoy some yummy Korean snacks while making your very own Makgeolli.

24

Kayak AND Fish!

This is great for the couple who wants to try something REALLY different - go kayak fishing! You get to go for a paddle, work out your upper body, and have fun fishing! Where’s the downside?

This kayak fishing takes place on moderate waves and currents, so you can fish at your leisure. It's a short 2-4KM course, so it's really beginner friendly! You might even catch bottom fish such as parrotfishes, groupers, and snappers.

25

Kombucha Tasting in Local Flavours

This is a super fun, chilled afternoon - perfect for foodies who love playing with creative ingredients. Catboocha is well-known for infusing local ingredients into their yummy booch (Chrysanthemum kombucha is a REVELATION). You'll get to taste yummy Kombucha with local flavours, and make your own!

Our favourite thing about this workshop is Catboocha's ingredients lab - you'll get to mix and match crazy ingredients to come up with our one-of-a-kind booch! It's really fun for couples looking for a cool afternoon together.

26

Learn the Japanese Art of Kintsugi

You've already done pottery, but have you heard of the Japanese art of Kintsugi? This 2-hour workshop is probably the only one where you are allowed to break things!

Traditionally, Kintsugi is the Japanese art of putting broken pottery pieces back together with gold — a metaphor for embracing our flaws and imperfections. During this unique workshop, you'll learn to mend broken upcycled ceramics with gold powders to create a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece.

27

Enjoy Coffee & Churros!

This had us at Churros 😋 If you can't imagine starting your day without your coffee fix, this is a fun one for you! This is specially structured for coffee enthusiasts to explore the origin of coffee beans, and the various techniques to produce the perfect cup of coffee.

You'll learn the hand technique in brewing and the coffee’s roasting profile, and its influence on the final cup’s tasting profile. Our favourite part? You'll get churros to end the workshop!

28

Try Private Dining Together!

If you have a special occasion, make it truly memorable by trying out private dining! Private dining is super special to us because not only do you get to experience someone else's gorgeous home, you'll also get to try food that's better than in restaurants! Here at a gorgeous Joo Chiat shophouse home, you'll get to enjoy great Mediterranean food, a stunning heritage Peranakan shophouse and fun-loving quirky hosts with many stories, for an evening to remember. MUCH cooler than the usual restaurant date 😍 

29

Paint Your Own Film Camera!

Spice up your weekends by going for this unique date experience - assembling and painting your own paper shoot camera! 📸😬✌️ The best part about the workshop is that you get to be creative with your designs and take home your gorgeous customised camera home ✨

P.S. This paper shoot camera is a digital camera that takes film-like photos! No more spending money on disposable cams 😉

30

Make Candles with a Scent Engineer

If your date is a candle junkie (like us), this is an amazing treat! In this private workshop, you'll not only learn how to make your own candle, you'll learn how to mix and match essential oils to get the exact scent that you've been looking for. And, each time you light up your customised candle, you'll think of each other 🤩 

31

Get Nostalgic with the Claw Machine!

This is for the kids at heart (aren't we all?!). We’ve all, as kids, tried our hand at the claw machines in the arcades.

This is an art jam with a touch of whimsy. Here you and your date can claw your way to 5 toilet rolls, and then trade it for a toy bear. Then you can paint the toy bear any way you desire using acrylic paint. Of course, you'll get to bring her personalised bear home! It's a super fun way to relive childhood nostalgia, and you can score brownie points for a super creative date idea :)

Frequently Asked Questions

Are There Any Free Date Ideas In Singapore?
Yes of course! If you're outdoorsy, you can hike at nature parks such as Singapore Botanic Gardens or Dairy Farm Nature Reserve, or cycle at Coney Island. You could even plan a date night and have a romantic picnic there! We also love going to the National Gallery as its such an iconic place and has beautiful views for a date (note that it's only free for Singapore Citizens and PRs though!). Other cool cheap (but not free) date ideas include going art jamming (or graffiti if you want something different!), axe throwing, going for a wildlife walk with a naturalist, an outdoor escape room or even head back to the 1960s in a cool street theatre. Check out Seek Sophie Date Ideas for some fun & cheap ideas!
What Can You Do As A Couple In Singapore?
There are so many cool things you can do! If you're outdoorsy, you can go mangrove kayaking (pet-friendly so bring your furbaby!) or head to one of our many nature reserves (our favourite is Sungei Buloh). If you want something fun and a little competitive, go archery or axe throwing! If you would like something artsy, try a graffiti jam, or making perfume together. Or if you guys are foodies, why not make pizza in a secret pizza club or make cocktails or kombucha together? If it's a special occasion, our favourite things to do are to hop on a private yacht to go island-hopping (plus BBQ or wine & dine on the yacht!), or to do a private rooftop movie at a secret location. Contact us for more information or just check out our date ideas above!
What should I do for my Anniversary in Singapore?
For a special occasion, our favourite things to do are to go island-hopping on a private yacht (you can also do BBQ, or wine & dine on the yacht - a favourite for a proposal!), or to do a private rooftop movie for a really special but chilled evening under the stars! Other special and popular experiences for a special anniversary are: private dining, cocktail making (or brew craft beer!), jewellery making, and even perfume making. If you're an outdoorsy couple, you may also love a full day kayak adventure, going fishing or even doing e-foiling together (battery powered surfboard)!
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