Love is in the air! Make this summer the summer of love with these romantic suggestions for exciting dates in the Lower Mainland.
Walk Amidst Lavender
Visit first-ever Lavender Farm in the Greater Vancouver Area. Richmond Lavenderland is an 8 Acres leisure farm, including some agricultural facilities and 7 Acres lavender farm.
Cost: $15.75
Location: 8460 Steveston HWY, Richmond
Bike ride along the Stanley Park Sea Wall
One of the best sea walls in the world is located in beautiful Vancouver. The entire sea wall takes about 1 hour to complete or 8.8KM – but there are lots of cute spots to have a nice break and enjoy the views together. Rent a bike – maybe a tandem? – from one of the many local spots to rent, such as Spokes Bicycle Rentals and hit the beautiful sea wall together.
Cost: starting at $8.57/hour
Location: Stanley Park, Vancouver
Brunch it up at Saba Café
Family-owned and operated, take your love for a cute brunch date at Saba Café, where the options are exciting, fresh, and innovative! Dig into delicious breakfast bites while sipping on nice coffees.
Cost: Varies
Location: #102 – 23343 Mavis Ave, Fort Langley, BC V1M 2R6
Coffee Date at Old Hand Coffee
Are you a couple that appreciates good vintage?! Old Hand Coffee is located in exciting historic Abbotsford, making the perfect setting for a charming, vintage charm destination for a coffee date. There are delicious traditional brews including seasonal favourites like lavender lattes, chilli turmeric latte and more.
Cost: Varies
Location: 2617 Pauline St – Downtown Abbotsford
Cook up love with Well-Seasoned
Well-Seasoned is a terrific local, gourmet cooking shop in Langley. Despite Covid19, they are continuing with their popular cooking classes, all online! Every Thursday evening, you and your date will cook alongside the chosen Chef of the week. You can order a cook along with a kit from Well-Seasoned themselves or go out and get it yourself. Each week has a different vibe, flavour and option.
Cost: Pay what you can! $22/ cook kit.
Location: #117-20353 64 Ave, Langley
Get your sweat on with a hike at Grouse Grind
Grouse Grind is surely challenging but it’s a top-notch hike with an incredibly rewarding view of the valley, Vancouver and water below. It’s a great way to bond as you conquer the mountain together.
Cost: Gondola back down from $15
Location: Grouse Grind, North Vancouver
Soak it up at Harrison Hot Springs
Have a lovely weekend away at the beautiful Harrison Hot Spring, abundant in natural beauty, outdoor adventure and of course their romantic, healing hot mineral spring pool, therapeutic spa! What could be more romantic!?
Cost: Starting from $174.00
Location: 100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs
Dine in the dark at Dark Table
Elevate your next date night with a fun adventure to Dark Table, an immersive “blind dating” restaurant, which is in the dark. The idea is that without the sense of sight, your other senses and then elevated.
Cost: Varies
Location: 2611, West 4th Avenue, Vancouver
Get Lost Amidst Sunflowers
Can you think of a better place to take lovely pictures than a sea of yellow flowers? There are many options in Lower Mainland.
- Richmond Sunflower Festival – Richmond Country Farms, 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond
- Abbotsford Sunflower Festival – Maan Farms & Estate Winery, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
- Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – Tulips of the Valley, 41310 Yale Rd, Chilliwack
Mini Golf at Castle Fun Park
Be kids together and build new fun memories at Castle Fun Park! Castle Fun Park offers lots of fun amusement games, but a top choice for a date is mini-golf! Plus, there are plenty of themes: outdoor, jungle and coral sea! Which will you pick?
Cost: $10/pp
Location: 36165 N Parallel Rd, Abbotsford
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a date to Rain or Shine
Rain or shine has made a strong imprint in Vancouver at their two locations with top-notch fresh, delicious ice cream. They’ve recently released a game-changer, which is a fun way to surprise your date… ice cream tacos!! These are waffle cones in the shape of a taco and topped with the gelato of your choice. Wahoo!
Cost: Varies
Location: 102 – 1926 West 4th Ave, Vancouver
Enjoy the tropics at The Shameful Tiki Room
Imagine your abroad with a trip to The Shameful Tiki Room, a funky yet intimate, cool space that offers Polynesian eats, funky cocktails and often lots of live shows and music.
Cost: Varies
Location: 4362 Main Street, Vancouver
Taste beers at St. Augustine
St. Augustine could be considered a religious experience for the couple that loves beer! With over 60+ rotating taps of local, international and exciting beers to taste, it is a great place to sip on various tipples. Plus, it’s on funky Commercial Drive, a fun street to explore after a few beers.
Cost: Varies
Location: 2360 Commercial Dr, Vancouver
Kayak together in Deep Cove
Deep Cove, in North Vancouver, is a special place of renowned natural beauty. Share that with your special someone! Rent a kayak and explore the coastline, wildlife and surrounding mountains and area.
Cost: $39 for 2 hours in a single kayak, $55 for 2 hours in a double kayak
Location: 2156 Banbury Road, North Vancouver
Paddleboard with Vancouver water adventures
Soak up the glorious summer sun with your date as you glide along the waters of False Creek, with a paddleboard rental from Vancouver Water Adventures. Connect with nature and with your date!
Cost: Varies
Location: 1812 Boatlift Ln, Vancouver
Visit cuties with your cutie at Tave Family Farm
Tave Family Farm has it all for the perfect date. Namely, visit the cute petting zoo to see the adorable, cuddly animals. You can also enjoy picking your fresh berries, corn maze, pedal carts, sip fresh apple cider…and so much more!
Cost: Varies
Location: 333 Gladwin Rd Abbotsford
Dig into delish doughnuts at Carter’s
Put your diet to the side with a cute date to Cartems, where their favoured doughnuts are made completely from scratch! They’ve got their “every day” doughnut flavours and “speciality doughnuts” like early grey, pistachio, dulce crunch, and rose wine to name a few! Don’t just have one…share the lot!
Cost: Varies
Location: 534 W Pender St
Sip tasty wine at Singletree Winery
Located in the lovely Fraser Valley, Singletree Winery is an exciting family-run winery with 14 acres of the vineyard for you and your love to sip local wines, eat local smoked meat, cheese and other selected goodies!
Cost: Varies
Location: 5782 Mt. Lehman Road Abbotsford
Beach day at Spanish Banks
Spanish Banks is a sprawling, beautiful beach and when the sun is shining, there is nowhere else you want to be. Add your special someone, and it’s a date to remember. Bring a packed picnic, drinks and bathing suit for a swim.
Cost: Free
Location: Spanish Banks Beach
Picnic at Tanglebank
Tanglebank is, well, a dream! It’s an amazing spot for a date, as the gardens are outstanding. This summer, Tanglebank is offering a picnic from their delicious Brambles bistro. Called the Garden Series Picnic, you and your love can dig into alfresco lunch with options like dip, fresh salads, sandwiches, dessert and drinks. Tanglebank also sells plants and home garden goodies for you to peruse after your picnic.
Cost: $79 for two.
Location: 29985 Downes Rd Abbotsford
Enjoy a romantic horseback ride at Glen Valley Stables
Offering romantic breaks by horseback for over 20 years, Glen Valley Stables knows how to help you impress your special someone! Enjoy trail riding, a knowledgeable guide and serene nature as you explore the area by horseback.
Cost: Meadow Loop Trail Ride (1 hour) $80 per person, Quiet Creek Trail Ride (1.5 hours) $115 per person, Cowboy’s Best Trail Ride (2 hours) $130 per person
Location: Campbell Downs Equestrian Centre 1255 208 St, Langley
Relax and dig into delicious tapas and wine at Grapes & Soda
Grapes & Soda is a tucked-away treat in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver! With a sweet outdoor patio, it is seriously the perfect spot for a cute date. Enjoy lovely tapas, appetizer, deserts paired with lovely wines.
Cost: Varies
Location: 1541 West 6th Ave, Vancouver
Get ready for Dancing for Desserts
What is more romantic than dancing together?! Dancing for Desserts is ready to teach anyone who wishes to learn to move whether it be Foxtrot, Tango, Waltz, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Swing and more! Join with a private tutor or join a class!
Cost: Varies
Location: 20279 97th Avenue, Langley
Watch a film at Twilight Drive-in Cinema
Experience the “good old days” with a drive-in cinema at the beautiful Twilight Drive-In Cinema in Langley. There is a concession featuring traditional movie snacks and fun vibes all around. Check the schedule in advance as the show change regularly!
Cost: 1 vehicle with 2 people: $35
Location: 260th Street & Fraser Highway, Langley
Make a splash at Big Splash Water Slide Park
Become kids again with a fun day date in the sun at Big Splash Water Slide Park! Laugh it up with over 12 slides, pools and areas to relax. Enjoy delicious food in their chef-inspired local menus, yummy cocktails, and refreshing ice cream treats
Cost: $35/per person
Location: 4775 Nulelum Way, Tsawwassen
Trust each other with adrenaline-packed date to Whistler Bungee
For the adrenaline junkie couple, visit Whistler Bungee – an exciting date that will certainly bring you two much closer. Offering un-matched scenery, Whistler Bungee is the place to do your bungee jump!
Cost: $130 if it’s your first time, $80 for returning jumpers
Location: Calcheak Forest Service Rd, Whistler
Explore the Richmond Night Market
Richmond Night Market is the highlight of everyone summers! With exciting vendors, interesting food, fun events and activities, it the perfect place to get to know someone for a date!
Cost: Varies
Location: 8351 River Road, Richmond
Hike to a Scenic Place
From scenic lookouts to waterfalls, there are plenty of places to explore together in Vancouver. See here:
- 25 Must Do Waterfall Hikes In and Around Vancouver
- 25 Bucket List Worthy Nature Attractions In and Around Vancouver
- 25 Must Do Scenic Hikes in Metro Vancouver With the Best Views