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Local Date Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Brandeis chapter.

Looking to save a dime on your dime? We know all too well how expensive college can be. The cost of textbooks, take-out, and technology upgrades can max your credit card before class has even started, but that’s no reason to sacrifice your dating life. For your next Friday night, check out these FREE date outings to really impress your SO.

Boston University Coit Observatory

Make dinner on campus and then travel into Boston for public open night at this observatory! Reserve tickets online (for free!), pack some binoculars, and prepare to see some shooting stars.

The Esplanade

Check out the Charles River at sunset. Make sure to bring a picnic and check out upcoming events at the Esplanade here

Hike at the Trails at Prospect Hill Park

Right in Waltham, you can explore the outdoors while lost in conversation and be back in time for any group project Saturday afternoon. For transportation options, check out the website here

Brittany is a senior at Brandeis University. She loves looking for exciting new volunteer opportunities in and around her community, spreading school spirit working in Brandeis admissions, and sharing memories from her semester abroad in Denmark. In her free time, you might find her browsing Spotify for new music, scouting out hole-in-the-wall food joints, or face-timing with her eleven year old brother. Check her out on Instagram @britt_wolfe for snapshots of her life and if you're hungry, check out her foodstagram @diningonthedaily!