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Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: Things to Do

By Brittany Howard

You've enjoyed some incredible food on this summer date escapade and may now be wondering, "What's next?" We're so happy you asked! We've got a few summer date ideas on things to do in Savannah to keep this date cranked up in high gear.

We've got sunsets on boats, live music, trivia, go-carts, and much more. There's no turning back now. Let's get started!

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Your Carriage Awaits

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: Straight From the Horse's Mouth

It might be cliche, but a carriage ride around beautiful historic downtown Savannah is always a great option. Savannah Carriage Tours are hopeless romantics and will "gallop" at the chance to make your special occasion memorable. Pop open that bottle of wine and toast to the remainder of what is to come on this incredible summer date.

Harmless Competition

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: Have an Amusing Good Time

We've kicked things off nice and slow. But let's get a bit competitive, shall we? There's no better way to know how compatible you are until you've cheated at a round of mini-golf, outscored them at skee ball or driven circles around each other on the go-cart track at Fun Zone Amusement & Sports Park. It's the perfect downtime to discover one another's fun and sporty side while having a fantastic time doing so.

Find Your Perfect Balance

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: A Pinch of This & That

If you've taken the title of social mixologist among your friends, Congress Street Up can help you make it official. Join this talented crew as they give you the skinny on prohibition-era cocktail making. You and your date could create a personalized drink. Oh, we can't take how cute that is!

Flex your culinary skills among the formidable Chef Darin's Kitchen Table. Learn and swap recipes, tell stories, have many laughs and get deliciously inspired for your next date night in. (wink, wink)

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A Team Effort

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: Get Creative

Take skincare into your own hands at Salacia Salts, a beautiful all-natural gift shop with homemade moisturizers, scrubs, fragrances and more that you can purchase or create together. Drop in for a quick mini-session and make your own salt soak or scrub made of essential oils, sea salts and raw botanicals.

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An Entertaining Way to Give "Props"

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: And - Scene

Laugh, cry, sing along and dance at the Savannah Theatre, the longest-running theatre in the nation. This talented crew are masters at live shows performing pop, rock and roll, broadway, Motown and more. It will be a high-energy, show-stopping experience for you both.

So you've seen the experts at work, but now it's time to show them how it's really done. Dance across the street to McDonough's, where they're eagerly waiting for you to take center stage at karaoke night. Every Thursday - Monday, you can belt your hearts out in a solo performance or make it a duet as you croon to the same tune. If Savannah's Next Idol isn't your dream, test your wits during their Tuesday Trivia. It's a fun way to put your heads together and discover if you've officially found your winning team.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos has been Savannah's party headquarters since 2000.

The Best Way to Strike a Cord

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: The Right Key

Request your favorite song at Savannah Smiles Dueling Piano Bar. Jot down your request on a napkin and watch as two talented pianists battle it out. Join the crowd and sing along to a range of musical genres.

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Go With the Flow

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: Cruise Mode

Test the waters by heading to the river and climb aboard the Georgia Queen for a sunset cruise with Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Witness a breathtaking sunset on the open-air top deck patio as you watch the river bend to the power of this gorgeous riverboat. Sip a cocktail or glass of wine as you converse over light bites and slow dance in the coastal breeze as the sun bids you a good evening.

Cap the Night Off Right

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: Last Call!

Round out your evening with one last drink along the waterfront in an immersive African-themed bar at Baobab Lounge in Plant Riverside District. Head to the roof atop Cotton Sail Hotel Savannah and make yourself cozy at The Nest or go below ground and allow the Peacock Lounge to flaunt its colorful feathers.

Lock It In

Savannah's Summer Date Ideas: You Sure Know How to Pick Em'

After spending an entire day and evening together, it might be safe to say that the relationship is going in the right direction. Why not make it official? It's more than fitting that Cafe M, a delicious Parisian bistro is where you can purchase your lock and key for the Love Lock Bridge. Sharpie your initials before locking in the start of a beautiful future.

You know we're big softies for romance in Savannah. We cherish being a part of your love story. We're optimistic these summer date ideas will become a lifetime of seasonal bliss.