Star Gazing

There is something so majestic and awe-inspiring about looking up into the sky on a clear night.  Head over to the Lincoln Center to get the opportunity to look through high-powered telescopes and learn about the constellations.

Relationship Reconnection: Talk with your spouse about your plans for the future, where you would like to be in 5 years? 10 years? 30 years? This gives you the opportunity to get on the same page as each other and make goals together.

For other great evening date ideas check out these post; Broadway, Dinner at the Movies and Evening Cruise. 

New York Botanical Garden

The New York Botanical Garden is a perfect place for a romantic and interesting date. Head to the Bronx to see this museum of beautiful plants and flowers. This is a 250-acre site that supports over one million living plants. Make a day of it and explore this gorgeous garden that will make you forget that you live in the big city!

Relationship Reconnection: Hold hands! Make a list of your favorite plants, then set a goal to grow one of your own gardens with those listed plants someday! Learn more about each other by telling each other what your favorite plant was!

For other date ideas where you get to explore and appreciate the beauty around you check out these posts; A Walk in the Sky, Evening Cruise and Star Gazing. 

Evening Cruise

Enjoy the skyline views of Manhattan on The Statue of Liberty Evening Cruise. You will sail along the East River towards the Statue of Liberty and then back towards the Brooklyn Bridge. It’s a 1-hour cruise that is romantic and fun!

Relationship Reconnection: Cuddle up while on this cruise together. Enjoy some peaceful time looking at the night views of the city. This is a romantic date that will bring you closer together as you sail along!

For other date ideas that allow you to be a tourist in your own city check out these posts; Yankees Game, Broadway, or View from the Sky. 

Central Park Zoo

While this isn’t the biggest zoo in NYC, it is quite the iconic zoo, and it’s a lot of fun! Take a day and go to the zoo with your spouse and have fun walking around the beautiful area learning what you can about the different animals!

Relationship Reconnection: Another great opportunity for some hand holding, physical touch is a great way to connect with your spouse! Learn more about your spouse by ask about their favorite animals. It’s small and simple, but can help you both get to know each other better!

For other exciting dates that allow you to enjoy a beautiful day outside check out these posts; Smorgasburg, Chess in Bryant Park and Picnic on the Lake.