Beach Date Ideas: Cute and Romantic Beach Dates

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Looking for cute and romantic beach date ideas? Everyone loves good Beach Dates! It’s fun, relaxing and who doesn’t love the feeling of sand in their toes?

Beach dates are perfect for those couples that need a break from the norm, and are great for spending quality time with your partner.

Dance On The Beach 

Who says you can’t dance on the beach? Grab your partner and head out onto the sand for some beach dancing!

You can find any type of music at the beach or bring your own tunes to have a beach dance party.

Horseback Riding

If you’re looking for some fun date ideas that are more adventurous, try horseback riding on the beach!

This is an awesome way to spend time with your partner and can be really romantic as well.

Paint Pictures In The Sand

Grab some paint markers or oil pastels to paint pictures on the beach!

This beach date idea is perfect for those couples who are artists or are interested in expressing themselves through art.

Paint together or think about what you want to paint before painting alone.

Either way, spending time creating art will be a beach date idea that will be remembered for years to come.

Play Frisbee

If you’re looking for an active date, then play Frisbee on the beach.

Grab a couple friends for a double date and play ultimate frisbee together.

Take a dip in the ocean to cool off in between rounds!

Ride a Bike along The Boardwalk 

If you want a fun beach date idea that isn’t just chillin in the sand, then go rent a bike and head out on an active beach date!

Ride along the beach boardwalk to see all the amazing views of the ocean.

Go out for an ice cream date or pizza afterwards, and reward yourself for your exercise that day!

Explore the Tide Pools

If you’re looking for a beach activity that will take a little bit of effort, beach exploration is a great way to spend some time.

Head over to the tide pool and explore the different sea life in the pools.

Point out all the interesting sea life you see and take lots of pictures.

Remember never to disturb live sea creatures in their habitat.

Beach Cafe

If you and your partner are looking for a chill date we recommend checking out a beach cafe.

This is a low-key date where you can enjoy the sun and each other’s company over coffee, tea, or an exotic drink. Yum!

Even better if the cafe is right in the sand, or overlooking the ocean.

Beach Volleyball

Want to play Beach Volleyball but don’t know how? No worries!

There’s no “right” way to play Beach Volleyball – it’s all about having fun and getting in shape while enjoying the sun and waves.

Grab some friends and make up your own rules. 

You can play just the two of you, or extend an invite to some other friends you meet on the beach and compete with each other.

This could be a great double date idea as well!

Movie Night On The Beach

We are huge movie lovers, so one of our favorite date ideas for the beach is a movie night on the sand! 

Many beaches host their own movie nights where you can just show up…but if you can’t find one, host your own!

You can both bring beach chairs, a beach blanket, snacks and some beverages to your favorite spot on the beach and have your very own movie night- or even rent an inflatable screen so you have everything all in one place. It’s really up to you! 

This is a great go-to date when it comes to beach activities for couples because watching movies together has always been one of our favorite lazy day activities. 

Feeling brave? Find a beach playing Jaws at night, then go for a dip after! 

Beach Sunsets

Is there anything more romantic than watching the sunset with your love?

Enjoy some beach time and go out on a late night beach date!

Grab beach chairs and some snacks and watch the sunset. It’s always a beautiful sight, and a romantic sunset date is the perfect date idea for someone who love the beach.

A Long Walk On The Beach  

It’s a cliche for a reason!

A romantic long walk on the beach with your partner is the perfect romantic beach date idea.

There’s no better way to end a beach day than walking hand-in-hand with someone that you love, and there’s nothing more romantic than watching the sunset together while strolling along the beach

This is a more relaxed beach date, which involves strolling along the beach while chatting and taking in the epic views of the ocean.

Read over a list of fun questions to ask each other on your walk to enjoy long talks and getting to know each other better. 

Perfect to add to your list of outdoor date ideas to do together!

Hiking With Ocean Views

For beach date ideas that are more active and adventurous, we suggest hiking somewhere that has beautiful ocean views.

This is a great beach date for couples who love climbing to the best view or beach sightseeing.

The hike will involve exploring different beaches and finding the perfect spot to take in the beautiful view of the ocean.

Think hills, rocks, or mountains that can give you the best vantage point to see the sights. 

Swim in Ocean Waves 

The beach is a great place to go and relax in the sand…but the ocean is calling!

Jump in for a swim in the waves and take a break from beach lounging.

This is one of the best beach date ideas because it’s romantic and adventurous, and you’ll both love splashing in the surf together!

Camp Out Under The Stars 

If your partner loves camping or sleeping under the stars, then why not spend some time at night romantically cuddling up outside?

Pack a beach dinner for two to enjoy by bonfire on the beach together.

Make sure you bring all your snuggle blankets so that way no matter where you sit down, there will be room to have an intimate moment with each other.

Bonfires are also great if anyone wants to get out their guitar and sing songs while sipping wine – what could possibly be more romantic for a beach date night together. 

Watch the Sunrise 

Are you more of a sunrise person? Then a beautiful beach dates can be early in the morning when you can lie down on a beach blanket on pristine sand next to your sweetheart and watch as colors change from pastels to a gorgeous array of oranges, pinks and reds from the surf as it breaks onto shore. 

Explore Underwater Coral Reefs 

If you want an adventurous beach date, take your partner snorkeling! You can sign up for a professional tour with an experienced tour guide, or if you are brave enough to explore underwater coral reefs without instruction, rent some snorkel gear, and check with beach staff about the current water conditions. 

There are so many beautiful sights under the water, and heading out for a day of snorkeling can be one of the best dates you can choose at the beach!

Beach Bonfire 

One beach date idea that is both romantic and adventurous is to pack a beach dinner for two and enjoy it by beach bonfire. Obviously make sure you are allowed to build a fire on the beach, but if you find a beach that allows this, you can be in for a very romantic date! 

Make sure to bring stuff to make s’mores, beach chairs to sit in, and some blankets so that you can cuddle up next to each other while looking out at the ocean. 

Walking Along The Beach At Night 

You don’t have to wait until nightfall for a beach date! Take your partner on an early evening beach walk where the sun is still shining but it’s starting to cool down outside.

This beach date idea comes with beautiful views of sunset over the water – how romantic! You’ll both love strolling along together as darkness falls. Read one of our lists of fun or romantic questions about yourself or your relationship before heading out for this beach date so you stay engaged in conversation throughout your whole trip. 

This romantic beach day involves walking hand-in-hand on beach sand, watching the sun go down and stars come up! 

Watch the Dolphins Play in the Waves 

You don’t have to be snorkeling to get a chance at seeing dolphins playing around on your beach date. There are several places that offer boat tours where you can see these beautiful creatures just frolicking about in their natural habitat – which can also be close to shore, so it can even be an easy viewing experience right  along the coastline.

This is one of our favorite beach dates because who doesn’t love spending time with someone special while also getting an awesome experience together? It’s win-win all around! 

Snorkeling

If you want an adventurous beach date, take your partner snorkeling! You can sign up for a professional tour with an experienced tour guide, or if you are brave enough to explore underwater coral reefs without instruction, rent some snorkel gear and check with beach staff about the current water conditions. 

There are so many beautiful sights under the water that heading out for a day of snorkeling is one of the beach dates you should try. 

Beach Scavenger Hunt 

This beach date idea is great for couples who enjoy games! Pick something in nature to find and take photos of, or make it a beach-themed scavenger hunt!

If you are more into board games than outdoor activities, try playing beach themed word games – maybe thinking of one word that relates to the beach per letter of another word. You can even bring out any old beach party faves like beach ball relay races. 

This is an awesome beach date idea that will keep both of you on your toes! 

Beach Yoga with Your Partner 

Do beach yoga with your partner! This beach date idea is great for couples who enjoy doing things together and staying in shape.

It’s also a lot of fun, and you will be able to feel the energy between the both of you flow through your bodies as you move in tandem on this beach date. Check out a class or pull up a session on YouTube and follow along.

Live Music on the Beach  

Many beaches offer live music during the day and evening hours, so why not spend a beach date listening to some tunes? You can take a walk along the beach while enjoying your favorite music or even get up close and personal at a beachside dance party! Enjoy waves crashing in the background, the beach view, and some beach romance.

Sandcastle Competition 

What is a beach date without a sand castle? Whether you host your very own sand castle competition against each other, or find a local one to get involved in, this is a great creative beach date that can have you both working together…or against each other!

Sandcastle competitions are a great way to have some beach fun with your beach-loving sweetheart. Find out when the next beach sandcastle competition is being held and get involved. 

Playing in the sand not your thing? Then go and enjoy the competition as a viewer or judge. Walk along the beach and decide which sand creations are the best. 

Day Cruise

A Day Cruise is a fun date that will have you enjoying some time out on the water. Some cruises are themed like a booze cruise, an ocean sunset cruise, or just a sail around the bay.

Find your favorite one and head out on the water with your love. 

Kayaking 

The beach is a great place to enjoy kayaking! You can rent some kayaks for a day and really experience what it’s like to kayak with your partner. Not only that, but you can also get the opportunity to snorkel around and see all kinds of interesting sea life! 

Barbecue At The Beach 

If you’re looking for beach dates that are more relaxed and casual, then think about having a barbecue on the sand. This beach date idea will have you both enjoying each other’s company while hanging out together by the water.

Make this a fun double date with a few of your favorite couple friends, and have everyone bring their favorite dish and drink!

Look For Sea Shells

This beach date is as simple as it sounds! The beach is one of the best places to find beach treasures. Walk along beach together and start looking for shells, crabs, sea glass, or anything else beach related.

Take your time and enjoy the view while you search. Who knows what you might find?

Stand Up Paddle Boarding 

Stand Up Paddle Boarding is like surfing and kayaking in one almost, but you’re standing on the board instead of sitting or laying. This beach date idea will provide you with some great exercise and an opportunity for some beach fun.

Rent some paddle boards and spend your beach date time paddling around. You can race or just enjoy the scenery.

Enjoy The Pier Activities

What beach date would be complete without beach pier activities?  Walk on the  pier and see all the different shops and restaurants. Some even have arcade games and Ferris wheels to enjoy. 

Walking along the pier is fun by itself, but add in a lunch at the end of the pier, some fun games and listening to music as you watch the waves crash on the beach. 

Fly A Kite

Bringing a kite to the beach is a great beach activity to do when there’s a bit of a breeze.  Fly your kite together and see who can get it to fly higher. The person with the highest flying kite has to buy lunch for the two of you.

Go Fishing Together 

If you’re looking for something to do on beach, go fishing! If you don’t have any gear, try renting some.

There are plenty of places where you can rent fishing poles and buys some bait while you’re at the beach. Once you have what you need, it’s time to find that perfect fishing spot before relaxing on your beach blanket or chair to spend some time with one another.

Picnic At The Beach 

A picnic date at the beach is a date that is sure to be a hit. Pack your beach blanket, some beach chairs, and a picnic basket with all the fixings. Picnics also make for a great beach activity when you’re in a hurry and don’t have time to go out. 

Find the perfect beach location in a premier beach destination in which to enjoy an afternoon picnic with your partner near the water’s edge. 

If you’re looking for something more entertaining, you can always pack your beach blanket and picnic with some games like cards or even competitive Frisbee! 

This is a beach date idea that will have you both enjoying each other’s company while sharing quality time together by the water.

Shop The Beach Shops

Buying beach items is a great beach date idea. Most beach shops have beach gear, beach clothing, beach toys, and so much more. 

If you’re looking for something fun to wear to the beach, head over to the beach shop. They’ll have bathing suits to try on and different kinds of beach clothes that are perfect for your upcoming beach date! 

Some of these shops also offer beach games that are perfect for date night or even family time on the sand.

Sand Soccer 

This is a perfect ideas for those couples who are looking for a great workout and is way more active than just sitting on the beach. Find an open beach and head to one of the nets so you can start playing beach soccer with your partner. 

Beach soccer is typically played in sand or dirt but that shouldn’t stop you from playing! You can even take beach soccer as far as playing beach volleyball together as well as beach badminton. 

Throw some beach toys into this beach date idea as well, such as beach balls, boogie boards, chairs, umbrellas, etc. This will provide plenty of entertainment for both of you while also providing you with exercise.

If you’re looking for some beach date ideas, we recommend doing something active like beach volleyball or Frisbee. You can also go out on a sunset beach date by grabbing beach chairs and watching the sunset. 

There are lots of beach date ideas you can do at the beach with your partner. It’s always nice to do something adventurous like hike somewhere that has beautiful ocean views. Or if you’re not into that, then just relax and enjoy the beach with your partner by playing in the sand and going out on a sunsets beach date.

Sara Kae

Sara, a seasoned expert in wedding planning and date ideas, brings a wealth of experience to our couples blog. With a background in the television industry and hands-on involvement in a dozen weddings, including working as a wedding assistant on "My Fair Wedding with David Tutera," Sara has an innate understanding of the magic that makes weddings truly special. Growing up with four sisters has given her unique insights into the dating world, making her a go-to source for practical and heartfelt dating advice. Her knowledge and enthusiasm make her the perfect guide for couples seeking to infuse their relationships with creativity and love.

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