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Romantic,friend group, or solo date ideas to try in NC

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Here are a list of places / events you can go to for a date whether that’s with your significant other, a group of friends ,or solo in NC!
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Outdoor Activities

Here’s a list of things to do if you love the outdoors!
 
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Went here in September as a surprise for my boyfriend and it was amazing!! Soo much peace and quiet I didn’t want to leave ! The cabin may be tiny but it’s filled with everything you need! Check out the website to see if there is one in your area or ...
Postcard Cabins Asheboro
 
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If you love the outdoors, aren’t afraid of heights , and love adventure this might be a great date idea for you !
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park
 
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This is something you have to experience!! I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and we enjoyed ourselves. I recommend going when it’s not super hot. They also allow you to book and reserve picnics on the vineyard .
Cloer Family Vineyards – Winery in Apex, North Carolina

Restaurants

Everyone loves to eat so here are a few of my recommendations for restaurants in NC . Some are high end and some reasonably priced!
 
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10/10 recommend for date night especially if your celebrating a birthday or anniversary!! Everyone was super nice, the restaurant was clean and the service was too tier! The food was sooo good! The portions are big and the sides are shareable! Can be...
Ruth's Chris Steak House
 
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Firebirds is great for regular date nights or if you’re celebrating something special! You can find lots to choose from on the menu and the prices are affordable. The food is great as well.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
 
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A classic but a great date restaurant! So much on the menu to try and the price range is affordable. If you love cheesecake this is the place for you !
The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant in Crabtree Valley Mall
 
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10/10 recommend! You can get a lot of food for a good price and it tastes great!! A great date restaurant.
LongHorn Steakhouse
 
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A classic and great Italian food!! Affordable prices and we love the unlimited breadsticks , soup and salad!!
Raleigh Italian Restaurant | Locations - Olive Garden

Indoor activities

Fun dates that can be done indoors!
 
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If you have never been rock climbing then I definitely recommend trying it out! It’s a fun activity , but can double as a great workout ! Definitely need comfortable clothes and shoes.
Triangle Rock Club - Raleigh
 
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If you need to let out some steam this is the place for you! Fun date for a couple or a group of friends.
Wreck it Rage Room
 
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Golf, fun, food and more! Reserve or walk in and have a great date!! You don’t have to know how to play golf to enjoy yourself .
Golf, Party Venue, Sports Bar & Restaurant | Topgolf Durham
 
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A luxury bowling experience! You can dine and bowl or do either or. There are also pool tables and sometimes there is live music . They can get busy so reservations are recommended.
Kings Bowl-North Hills

Arts and entertainment

If you’re in NC as a local or visiting and you love museums, music and other entertainment then this is the list you’ve been looking for!
 
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All the history lovers unite!! This is a great date idea that can be either no cost or low cost depending on if you visit the gift shop and other activities that may have a cost.
North Carolina Museum of History
 
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All the science lovers unite!! This is a great date idea that can be either no cost or low cost depending on if you visit the gift shop and other activities that may have a cost.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
 
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All the art lovers unite!! This is a great date idea that can be either no cost or low cost depending on if you visit the gift shop and other activities that may have a cost.
North Carolina Museum of Art
 
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If you love music here is the perfect date for you! They have different genres to choose from! Definitely a fun date idea!
Candlelight Concerts in Raleigh Tickets 2024 - Fever
 
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This is currently in the waitlist but this would be a great idea for a date especially if you and/or your significant other love art!
Monet: The Immersive Exhibition - Raleigh - Waitlist - Fever
 
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A fun date idea for family, significant others or friends! Take home great works of art that you create!
Spin Art Nation & Splatter studio (Raleigh)

Relaxing

 
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If you want the perfect spa treatment this is the place to go! Couples massages , facials and more!
Woodhouse Spa - North Hills
 
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My all time favorite way to relax! 45 mins of relaxing in zero gravity chairs with eye covers, soft music while surrounded by Himalayan salt that has amazing benefits!
Salt Cave Therapy in Raleigh, NC - Skin Sense A Day Spa