15 Fun & New Date Ideas in Austin for Date Night || Updated 2022 (2023)

Looking for some romantic ways to spend Valentine’s Day or any date ideas in Austin, Texas? Look no further! Here are 15 Date Ideas in Austin that are a blast for everyone! Whether you want to check out the sunset or catch a drive in movie, we have all the best options!

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Downtown Austin is a romantic destination all on its own. Start off with a romantic dinner atNumero 28,Italic, orLePolitique(some of my favorite downtown eats).

Afterwards, walk along Congress St and 2nd Street for some people watching and gorgeous night lights. End the night off walking over to Congress Bridge to catch a night time skyline view of Austin, also the perfect spot to steal a kiss!

FindBlue Starlight Drive-Injust south of Austin for a romantic drive-in movie night! Something unique and special, plus you can bring your own popcorn in! LOVE this one for Date Night! This is especially perfect for date night if you’re trying to avoid being in major public settings.

You cancheck out their showings here!

If you’re keeping it low-key, then spend a couple of hours roasting marshmallows and drinking coffee atHalcyonin Downtown Austin! The perfect spot to sit and chat for a couple of hours without the pressure of anything crazy.

Also, they have some gorgeous fire pits at Lenoir that I would recommend going to enjoy, especially during their happy hour!

If you and your cutie love being active, then make sure you spend some time at the Austin Bouldering Project together! It’s a lot like rock climbing, but without the ropes. Guess you’ll just have to trust your partner to catch you!

***PSA do not try this if you need to be able to feel your arms the next day, learned that the hard way*

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TheAuditorium Shorespark is without a doubt my favorite spot in Austin. Pack up a picnic and head over to thebest view of downtownAustin for an afternoon. Afterward, walk along the water toLadybird Lake Boardwalkto watch the sunset and catch the bats flying out from under the bridge. It’s truly one of the most romantic views of the city during the sunset too!

PSA: Do not stand directly under the bridge when the bats fly out. Just trust me.

If you’re looking to splurge on a romantic evening in Austin, then opt for a staycation! Check out some of my favorite hotels for your special evening:

Hotel Ella// A smaller boutique and one of the most romantic hotels in Austin. Enjoy their cozy rooms and bed and breakfast feel for the day.

Lake Austin Spa Resort// The ultimate relaxing getaway. Splurge on a romantic couples spa day at one of the most beautiful getaways.

Hotel San Jose// Escape to South Austin with one of the most fun and unique Austin hotels. Make sure you check out their pool!

W Hotel Austin// Go all out with a Downtown view and luxury getaway. The W is as glitz and glam as Austin gets.

OR if you want to go on a fun getaway, check out these Easy Day Trips From Austin to go do something fun!

Drive up toMount Bonnellor36o Bridge Overlookto catch the most beautiful sunset over Austin. It’s impossible not to feel the romance when you’re at these spots, plus the drive up is beautiful too!

Pro Tip : go up the side OPPOSITE the cars at 360 Bridge for the best view with the fewest people!Bringsomewinewithyoulikewedid!

While you’re up there, head over toOasisfor a gorgeous dinner overlooking Lake Travis. You can’t make reservations, but if you happen to get there at the right time then it’s a dinner you will never forget.

If you’re a couple of wine lovers, then check out theDripping Springs Wine Trailwhere you can have that Napa experience just outside of Austin! It stops by 8 beautiful wineries filled with red, white, and dessert wine joy.

If you’re beer lovers, Austin is filled with some amazing breweries you can spend the afternoon at! We recommendJester King BreweryorHops & Grain. Can’t go wrong with a craft beer!

Or check out this list of my 12 favorite breweries in Austin!

Every Thursday, theSwing Dance Syndicatehosts a night of swing dancing at the Texas Women’s Federation building. For the first hours, they’ll teach you everything you need to know, and then it’s an open floor until Midnight!

Even those of us with two left feet love to show off our moves, and this is a fool-proof fun night. If you’ve got a dance partner, or even if you don’t, you have to give it a try!

Classic Austin, y’all. Catch a movie at one of the manyAlamo Drafthouse locationsin Austin! Whether you’re up for a comedy or a horror (but like…why) you’ll be sure to enjoy the movie at the Drafthouse.

Especially perfect for those of you trying to keep the night within budget, or wanting to get to know someone better before you go all out on a date!

You can also catch weekday shows over at The Buzzmill, both Austin locations Riverside and East Seventh have multiple comedy nights going on and always are a blast for a date night! Or just a hang out with friends honestly

Another great Austin comedy location isThe New Movement. Although I have not tried it myself, I’ve heard great things!