11 Free And Cheap Date Ideas To Try In Miami

Miami is known as the playground of the rich, so naturally it can get pretty expensive. But it’s also a huge city with plenty to do so worry not, you don’t need money to buy you love. Here’s some inspiration on where to take your love interest without blowing up your wallet.

1. Picnic on Key Biscayne

Park

Fill a basket with bites and rosé and head over to Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. The white sandy beach and turquoise water is the ideal setting for a laid-back and romantic date.
Crandon Park, 6747 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, USA

Courtesy of Great Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau

Watch an indie film at the Cosford Cinema

Show your date that you’re not so “basic” by taking them to see a film noir! The Cosford Cinema at the University of Miami showcases some indie and foreign films and offers a combo of popcorn and soda for $5. Also cheap is the Coral Gables Cinema – every Saturday night after 11pm, indie films are only five bucks.

The Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA, +1 305 284 4861

The Coral Gables Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134, USA, +1 786 472 2249

See a classic film at the Cosford Cinema

Stroll along Miracle Mile

The pedestrian-friendly street of Miracle Mile is a quaint spot in the suburbs of Coral Gables with plenty to do. Browse Books & Books just around the corner, or stop for lattes in a cute coffee shop, like Crema. The European-style streets in the vicinity have a relaxed vibe to walk and talk and get to know your potential partner.

Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134, USA

2. Swim at Matheson Hammock Park

Park

This hidden gem has a jaw-dropping view of the city and a very unique feature – a man-made atoll pool which is flushed naturally with the tidal waves of Biscayne Bay. Enjoy a swim, or go kayaking along the bay or in the mangroves. Entrance to Matheson Hammock Park is just $5 per vehicle, but you can bike through for no charge and enjoy the trails!

Check our a free concert

Nothing says romance like listening to an orchestra. The New World Symphony offers free concerts once a month so you and your date can delight in some talented playing. If you’re more into jazz, the Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami holds jazz concerts every last Friday of the month where admission requires a small donation.

3. Discover street food in Wynwood

Munch on some funky foods while you take in the art scene at Wynwood. Every Tuesday, a mass of food trucks gather round so you can pick and choose from your favorites – all you need is about $20.

4. Play poker at Tea & Poets

Tea Room

Keep it light with a little poker game at the cute Tea & Poets. In the suburbs at Sunset Place, this store/tea room hosts events every evening from card readings to free movie screenings. Check out their calendar on Facebook to see what’s coming up.

Tea & Poets, 5701 Sunset Dr #126, South Miami, FL 33143, USA, +1 786 216 7201

Open mic night at Tea & Poets

5. Perricone's Marketplace & Cafe

Cafe, Market, Restaurant

Romantic candlelight and delicious pasta makes for the perfect date at this popular Italian restaurant in Brickell. Pasta dishes at Perricone’s are $10 on Thursday, and the dim lighting here sets the mood for that first kiss.

Perricone’s Marketplace and Café, 15 SE 10th St, Miami, FL 33131, USA, +1 305 374 9449

Courtesy of Perricone’s Market Place & Café

6. Have drinks at Blackbird Ordinary

Bar

Blackbird Ordinary is a lounge bar with personality, handcrafted cocktails and an energetic vibe with an indoor dance floor and outdoor terrace playing a little bit of everything from ’90s hiphop to your favorite college mixtapes (think Jimmy Eat World and RHCP). Their Blackbird signature cocktail is a sweet (and strong!) mix of tea, vodka and lemonade topped with blackberry. Plus, ladies drink free on Tuesday nights until 1:30am.

Blackbird Ordinary, 729 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130, USA, +1 305 671 3307

Impress your date with a sophisticated cocktail

7. Soak up culture at The Wolfsonian

Library, Museum, University

Get some culture and go to the The Wolfsonian for a little dose of modern art and exhibitions from the Industrial Age to the Second World War. The museum and library is located in the Art Deco District in Miami Beach and has free entry every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm.
The Wolfsonian, 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA, +1 305 531 1001

Visit Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery

Smooth into good conversation with a bit of a buzz by doing some wine-tasting at Schnebly’s. For just $9, you can sip five wines, and if you’re not into wine, you can try the beer. Alcohol is sure to ease the awkward moments at any rate!
Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery, 30205 SW 217th Ave, Homestead, FL 33030, USA, +1 305 242 1224

Courtesy of Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.