15 Unusual Date Ideas To Try In Atlanta

Dinner and a movie can be fun, but sometimes you just want to shake things up a bit. Dates can not only be romantic, but unique and exciting too. From Vietnam-era helicopter rides and driving in a Porsche to couples pottery-making, discover what Atlanta has to offer for unusual date nights.

Jeju Spa

There’s nothing generally unusual about booking a couples treatment at a spa, but Jeju Spa is not your run of the mill spa. Located in Duluth, Georgia, Jeju is a Korean spa that is open twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week. The two-level, 34,000-square-foot facility features nudity-required areas and clothed co-ed areas. The unique Korean wellness spa also features steam rooms, scrubs, hot saunas, cold pools, hot whirlpools and a dining area.

A Porsche experience

Located just south of the city, couples can spend a day at the Porsche Experience Center. Couples can take a tour of the facility, experience a simulated course or actually driving a Porsche on a closed course. To continue “German-style hospitality,” visitors head over to Overdrive Lounge, a rooftop bar that overlooks the track.

Take a walk in Oakland Cemetery

Filled with stories of famous and historical people, visiting Oakland Cemetery makes for an interesting date. Just minutes from downtown Atlanta, the historic burial grounds is the final resting place of former mayors, civil war veterans, slaves and Gone With the Wind author, Margaret Mitchell.

Couples glassblowing class

Create something for each other or to keep yourself – glassblowing can be romantic, but it’s not your typical date. Located in Decatur, Decatur Glassblowing was established in 2012 by glass artist, Nate Nardi. Their “date night session” offers 90-minute private classes for two.

Couples cooking class

Instead of going out to dinner, sign up for a course to make your own. Cooking classes are a great way to show a little of your vulnerability in the kitchen and make great memories. Geared toward couples, The Cooking School at Irwin Street offers classes on Thai cuisine, African cuisine and healthier soul food.

Make pottery together

Mudfire Studio and Gallery offers a unique and creative date experience. Couples get a two-hour experience learning the basics, while sipping on wine.

Take a Vietnam-Era helicopter ride

Located next to of the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia, the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation (AAHF) offers a once in a lifetime experience perfect for a date. The foundation allows you to explore Vietnam-era helicopters for free, and offers affordable flying options. The ride is about 10-12 minutes and fliers get to experience the dips and deep turns the helicopters faced during era.

Fernbank After Dark

Hosted by Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Fernbank After Dark is a monthly after-hours event that combines science activities, art, mixology and live music. Documentary screenings, live installations, cocktails and access to the current science exhibit make a perfectly unique date.

Salsa dancing classes

Everyone thinks they’re a great dancer until they are asked to Salsa. A fun way to learn something as a couple and have fun. Salsa Atlanta offers classes every Sunday and three-hour Salsa Boot Camp on the third Saturday of every month.

Double date karaoke

Usually more fun with a few people, karaoke is great for double dates. Located in the Grant Park district of Atlanta, Elevator Factory is a multi-dimensional space where people can rent karaoke rooms. Bring your own cocktails, food and vocal chords.

Painting With a Twist

Located in Dunwoody, Painting With a Twist offers a an artistic experience perfect for couples. Painters can bring their own snacks and drinks to enjoy while they paint. Experienced artists lead the instructional class, and you even get to take home your masterpiece to remember your experience.

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Spend the night at Blue Ridge Treehouse

An actual treehouse, the Blue Ridge Treehouse makes for a unique and romantic date. Built by The TreeHouse Guys from DIY Network and located on Bear Claw Vineyards, the treehouse boasts a large deck with outdoor lighting, a grill, a wine fridge, games, a leather sofa (which transforms to a bed) and cafe table. While the kitchen doesn’t include a stove, it does come with a small fridge, microwave, Keurig and dishwasher. Book well in advance because it books up quickly.

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Sips Under The Sea

Held at the Georgia Aquarium, Sips Under the Sea is a themed, adult event that takes place periodically throughout the year. Guests enjoy cocktails, light bites, music and aquatic exhibits.

Target practice at the shooting range

Unusual indeed, but target shooting can be a bonding experience. Stoddard’s Range and Guns features 24 modern, clean, climate-controlled pistol and rifle lanes, a full selection of rental firearms, indoor lounge, training room and a full outdoor patio with a big screen TV and a skyline view.

Tandem hang gliding

Offering a one-of-a kind of experience, Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding is located in north Georgia. By reservation only, couples will get a full day experience, which includes instruction, training flights and the tandem flight.

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