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A-Z Of Dates: 57 Fun Ideas For Couples In Lebanon

Have your date nights been reduced to the same two or three activities? Work your way through the alphabet and pick fun activities for you and your beloved from our list of suggestions below!


A IS FOR

Afternoon Tea



Enjoy high tea at the magical Blue House Tea Garden.


Animal Style Nachos


Get messy over some delectable loaded Animal-style nachos and a Truffle Burger from our favorite Hamra gastropub, Ferdinand.


B IS FOR

Beit Trad



The stunning traditional home was recently renovated but maintains the features of its rich heritage, namely the stone walls, high ceilings, and vine covered pergolas. Plan an amazing staycation at Beit Trad.


Beit Beirut



What was once a sniper stronghold in the midst of Lebanon’s civil war is now an exhibition venue and home to much of Lebanon’s most prized art. Discover Beit Beirut.


C IS FOR

Climbing



Wall climb at Flyp and bounce around on the trampolines!


Coffee and cake



Check one of these four new coffee spots in town!


D IS FOR

Dar Alma



Located on Tyre’s old town’s beautiful waterfront, Dar Alma is a hidden gem that offers the most breathtaking views. Lunch at their amazing seafood restaurant.


Day-tripping



Have a bad case of wanderlust? Want to keep it short and sweet? Add one of these 10 Of The Best Day Trips From Beirut to your list.


E IS FOR

Escape The Room



Here are a few escape the room games you can book for double-date nights!


éCafé Byblos

Head up to éCafé in Jbeil and lunch on succulent steaks at their courtyard dotted with olive trees.


F IS FOR

Fireside Meals



Here are 10 Spots For A Perfect Winter Lunch By The Fireplace In Lebanon.


Farm Day



Check out Ferme Mar Chaaya.


G IS FOR

Gin Tasting

Nothing like sampling some Lebanese gin at the Rechmaya Distillery.


Glamping



Plan a fun glamping (glamorous camping) trip to Blue Jay Valley where you’ll get a camping experience minus sacrificing modern comforts!


Guac and margs


Head to Salud, the new Mexican kitchen and tequileria in Gemmayze.


H IS FOR

Hunt down this stunning old church




Hole in the Wall

Hole in the Wall for live music!


I IS FOR

Ice Bar



Lebanon’s first Ice Bar features an interior made completely out of ice – even the cups are frozen! Venture into the freezing cold -10°C venue!

Indian Food



For flavorful, vibrant dishes inspired by aromatic Indian cuisine, here are 5 Restaurants That Serve Delicious Indian Dishes In Beirut.



J IS FOR

Japanese Food




Slurp down a delicious bowl of ramen at Don Eatery.


Jazz



Inspired by jazz era salons, Salon Beyrouth hosts live jazz bands on a weekly basis! You can check out their upcoming events on their Facebook page.



K IS FOR

Kasser4Lebanon



Smash your heart out. Gear up, de-stress, and feel good!

Karting



Put the petal to the metal at this indoor karting spot.


L IS FOR

Lola



Warm up by the chimney at Lola with a pot of cheese fondue.

Lobster


Hit up our casual lobster bar Lobster Society for a roll, lobster bisque, or some lobster spaghetti!


M IS FOR

Massages x 2


Splurge and spa the day way at Grand Hills, Al Bustan Spa, and G-Spa to name a few of our favorites!


Museums



Here’s a list of 5 Museums You Should Visit In Lebanon for a dose of culture and fun!


N IS FOR

Nabu, the museum by the beach




Visit the FREE picturesque museum by the beach, Nabu, located in Chekka.


Netflix and chill

Pretty straight forward.


O IS FOR

Odom Domes




Book a spectacular getaway at the infamous domes in Odom.


Octopus sandwiches and lemonade at the old souk of Batroun


Explore the souks of old Batroun and have the best damn octopus sandwich at George Maalouf Kitchen, followed by a lemonade from Hilmi’s!

Orgasms

Have them, give them, or just watch The Female Orgasm: Explained on Netflix!


P IS FOR

Pizza challenge




Challenge yourself to win $200 by finishing this MASSIVE pizza at New York City Pizzeria.


Pole dancing



Laura (@lolypole) gives pole dancing classes in Beirut and Zouk Mosbeh. Learn a few tricks!



Q IS FOR

Quadrangle


Play pool and darts, listen to live music, and split a pizza at Quadrangle.



R IS FOR

Record Shopping




Head to The Lick Records and gift each other your favorite records.


Riverlane



You can either enjoy a delicious meal, catch up over drinks or coffee, lay on the grass and take in all the scenic greenery, or go for a stroll on the tracks that outline the park.



S IS FOR

Shooting Ranges




Fire up some guns and blow off some steam at Kaslik Gun Club.


Skating, Ice Skating



Fall down, laugh, glide, etc. all at Beirut Ice Arena.


Steak

Nothing says romance quite like the delectable steaks at Le Relais de l’Entrecote paired with a bottle of wine.



T IS FOR

Tacos



Sample all the delicious tacos at Taco de Madre and enjoy their casual curbside seating. Be sure to grab a margarita or three.


Theatre

Hit up Teatro, Metro, or Zoukak for a show!



U IS FOR

Union Marks



Union Marks is a new quirky spot is tucked away in the green spaces of Bourj Hammoud, boasting a beautiful and spacious garden, alongside equally fetching drinks.


Unplug, drink, and socialize



Hamra eatery and tavern Bedivere has an amazing policy: stick your phones in the jar upon arrival and get a 10% discount on your entire bill! Unplug and reconnect with your beloved.


V IS FOR

Vineyard tour at Clos St. Thomas


A picturesque vineyard nestled in Lebanon’s glorious Bekaa valley, Chateau St. Thomas is a must-visit immersive wine-tasting experience.


Vintage shopping



Scour Depot Vente in Mar Mikhael for hidden treasures, vintage finds, and fun trinkets!


Vegan meals



Take a fun road trip to Coara in Chouf for a delicious and health vegan meal with an amazing view.


Volunteer

Seriously, do some good together. Here is a list of 19 Ways You Can Volunteer In Lebanon In 2019.



W IS FOR

Wine Bars




With up to 1,600 wine references and an intimate wine bar to boot, Les Caves de Taillevent is the ideal place to sip wine, gaze into your lover’s eyes, then chug a glass while they’re not looking.


Woodland Getaways



Looking for somewhere to go hiking, camping, rock climbing, and more? Here are
6 Magical Woodland Getaways For Outdoor Activities for the nature lovers amongst you!


Walks



Through Horsh Beirut, of course.



X IS FOR

X-Rated Movie Night



Mainly because x is a difficult letter and because you can get hot and heavy.


Xangô



Lebanese band Xangô covers Brazilian music at different spots around the country, follow them here to catch their next show.



Y IS FOR

Yakuniku




Yakuniku offers authentic Japanese barbecue in the heart of Gemmayze with a small fire pit!


Yoga



Stretch out and find some inner peace at Sarvam Yoga.


Z IS FOR

Zimi

Gather around the oven and indulge in fresh Mediterranean food at Zimi.


Zip-line



Ehden Adventures offers a wide variety of activities like zip-lining, paragliding, and for the VERY brave, zip-bicycle!