The Guthrie Theater has been entertaining theater-goers since 1963 and what better way to spend a romantic date than watching a passionate William Shakespeareplay or perhaps a dinner and a show. Whatever your show style and theme may be, The Guthrie is sure to have something to appease you and your date with almost daily showings ranging from classical literature to modern works. Before or after the show enjoy dinner at the exquisite on-site Sea Change restaurant.

The Milwaukee Road Depot, aka The Depot, in downtown Minneapolis offers a perfect setting for a romantic date. Depending upon your idea of romance, the adventure seeking will enjoy thrills at the 15,000 square-foot indoor water park, or for a more mellow date, ice skate hand-in-hand and enjoy views of the downtown skyline at the seasonal indoor ice skating rink. Afterward, enjoy cocktails by the fire at the cozy Stone Arch Bar or enjoy a meal at Charley’s Grill along with a bottle of wine from the extensive wine menu.

Riverview Theater is the epitome of a classic date. The 1950’s style theater is equipped with high-tech modern features including state-of-the-art projection and sound systems and the classic auditorium features new high-backed rocker seats and digital sound. Shows range from Hollywood’s most recent blockbusters to niche art films. Before or after your film, dine at any of the surrounding restaurants in the area.

Riverview Café and Wine Bar in the Minneapolis river community is the perfect urban location to relax with a daytime cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine.  Riverview’s Mocha and Music sessions livens up the joint regularly with live music. On nice evenings couples, enjoy chatting on the outdoor dining patio while indulging in some delicious homemade food alongside their glass of vino. There’s plenty else do in this neighborhood area including, various shops, the 1950’s style Riverview Theater or dates can opt for a couples massage at nearby Revolution Bodyworks.

As the saying goes, two is better than one and that’s even the case for a massage. If you’re looking for a unique romantic date, choose from a wide selection of couple massages at Sabai  Body Temple in Uptown Minneapolis. The professional massage therapists specialize in Eastern-inspired massage and Alternative Medicine. For the ultimate in relaxation, request the Asian Fusion for Two, a blend of Eastern deep tissue and Western relaxation techniques performed in a beautiful candle-lit setting for two.