{"id":753377,"date":"2025-05-17T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=753377"},"modified":"2025-06-16T12:07:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T12:07:04","slug":"ditch-the-usual-6-unbasic-date-ideas-in-beirut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/753377\/ditch-the-usual-6-unbasic-date-ideas-in-beirut\/","title":{"rendered":"Ditch the Usual: 6 Unbasic Date Ideas in Beirut"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>Dinner and a movie? Yawn. If you&#8217;re tired of the same old date routine, it&#8217;s time to switch things up. Whether you&#8217;re planning a first hangout or looking to impress your long-time partner, these 6 <em>un<\/em>basic date ideas in Beirut are anything but boring.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-enjoy-a-build-a-bear-experience-at-dream-factory-in-hamra\">1. Enjoy a Build-A-Bear experience at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/752059\/the-build-a-bear-experience-is-finally-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dream Factory<\/a> in Hamra<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <script type=\"module\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/@justinribeiro\/lite-tiktok@0.1.0\/lite-tiktok.js\"><\/script>   <lite-tiktok style=\"margin:auto;width:340px;\" videoid=\"7499794242844347655\" autoload><\/lite-tiktok>   <p><br>For a cute and quirky date, hit up the Dream Factory in Hamra. You\u2019ll each build a stuffed teddy bear for the other\u2014complete with outfits and accessories. It\u2019s a fun way to get creative and leave with a fuzzy souvenir that actually means something.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udccdLocation<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Hamra Main Street, facing Sandwich W Nos<br><\/p>    <p><strong>\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>    <p>10:59 AM until 11:00 PM<br><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/strong><\/p>    <p>+961 70 836 445<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-get-creative-with-a-sip-and-paint-night-at-creativenass-in-badaro\">2. Get creative with a Sip and Paint Night at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/61587\/unleash-your-creativity-at-this-spot-in-the-heart-of-badaro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CreativeNass<\/a> in Badaro<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C3nY9YYsWW3\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><br><\/p>    <p>Unleash your creativity at CreativeNass with a cozy sip-and-paint night. Glass of wine in hand, you&#8217;ll paint side by side with your date. It\u2019s relaxed, a little messy, and surprisingly romantic.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udccdLocation<\/strong><\/p>    <p>CreativeNass Atelier, Kiwan, Beirut<\/p>    <p><br><strong>\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Contact for availability<br><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/strong><\/p>    <p>+961 76 656 554<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-check-out-the-heart-shaped-amethyst-formations-at-mim-museum\">3. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/750804\/did-you-know-these-heart-shaped-formations-are-displayed-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">heart-shaped amethyst formations<\/a> at MIM Museum<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <div style=\"display:flex;justify-content: center;align-items: center;\">   <div class=\"lozad wp-twitter-embed\" style=\"text-align: center;width:80%;max-width: 100%;\" data-twitter-src=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/logophilie\/status\/1911764576720273608\"><\/div>  <\/div>    <p><\/p>    <p>Wander through dazzling displays of rare crystals, minerals, and gemstones while learning about their origins. It\u2019s a quiet, magical space\u2014and the heart-shaped amethyst formations are the cherry on top.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udccdLocation<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Universit\u00e9 Saint-Joseph Campus de l&#8217;Innovation et du Sport, Damascus Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon<br><\/p>    <p><strong>\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM  until 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM<\/p>    <p><br><strong>\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/strong><\/p>    <p>+961 1 421 672<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-try-thrift-flipping-for-each-other-at-any-local-thrift-shop\">4. Try thrift flipping for each other at any local thrift shop<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <script type=\"module\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/@justinribeiro\/lite-tiktok@0.1.0\/lite-tiktok.js\"><\/script>   <lite-tiktok style=\"margin:auto;width:340px;\" videoid=\"7223014106448678151\" autoload><\/lite-tiktok>   <p><\/p>    <p>Take your date on a stylish little adventure with a thrift flip. Head to one of Beirut\u2019s many thrift shops and pick out a fun, affordable outfit for each other. It\u2019s playful, low-pressure, and makes for great laughs (and Instagram stories).<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>Recommendations:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/secondbase.lb\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Second Base<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/depotventebeirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Depot-Vente Beirut<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bigoudisvintagestore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bigoudis Vintage Store<\/a><\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-attend-a-cooking-workshop-at-kitchen-lab-in-monot\">5. Attend a cooking workshop at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kitchenlab.lb\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kitchen Lab<\/a> in Monot<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DJq7eROMz8i\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>From fresh pasta to Middle Eastern favorites, you\u2019ll learn new recipes while having fun in the kitchen together. It\u2019s interactive, delicious, and the perfect way to bond over good food\u2014and a few cooking fails.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udccdLocation<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Hugo Street, Monot<\/p>    <p><br><strong>\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Contact the place for booking<\/p>    <p><br><strong>\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/strong><\/p>    <p>+961 71 155 057<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-book-a-pottery-workshop-at-vernice-creative-cafe-in-kouraytem\">6. Book a pottery workshop at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/695701\/vernice-a-creative-cafe-where-bites-and-brushes-meet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vernice Creative Caf\u00e9<\/a> in Kouraytem<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DJl-u2wvb_3\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>Unwind and get your hands dirty at Vernice Creative Caf\u00e9 with one of their pottery workshops. You and your date will shape your own ceramic pieces while sipping on coffee or tea. It\u2019s a chill, artsy vibe that makes for a fun, low-key way to connect and create something meaningful together.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udccdLocation<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Vernice Creative Caf\u00e9, Koraytem, Beirut, Lebanon<\/p>    <p><br><strong>\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Monday &#8211; Saturday 8:00 AM &#8211; 12:00 AM and Sunday 4:00 PM &#8211; 12:00 AM<br><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/strong><\/p>    <p>+961 71 455 599<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>Enjoyed these unbasic date ideas in Beirut? 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