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Where To Bring Your Date This Summer

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

No matter where you will be going home to at the end of this school year, here are some great date ideas in the Northeast!

 

New York:

1. Central Park Row Boat and Picnic

Rent a row boat and enjoy a delicious picnic in the park. 

2. Bronx Zoo

View the animals at one of the largest metropolitan zoos in the world!

3. Movies at Bryant Park

Bring a blanket, plant yourselves on the lawn, and enjoy an outdoor movie. 

 

4. Rent Citi Bikes

If you’re feeling adventerous, rent two Citi Bikes and tour the city. 

5. Walk the Brooklyn Bridge at night*

Stroll across the bridge for a beautiful view of the NYC skyline and great photo opportunities! 

 

 

Boston:

1. See a game at Fenway

Watch a Red Sox game and tour the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. 

2. Take a Duck Tour

Take the tour of a life time as your bus transforms into a boat and enters the Charles River. 

3. Swan Boat at Boston Public Garden

Take a stroll through the beautiful Public Garden or maybe even take a Swan Boat ride! 

4. Faneuil Hall

Dine and browse through the market.

5. Beacon Hill Bistro Picnic*

Pick up your meal “picnic style” in a basket with a blanket and dine at the Public Garden.

 

 

Pennsylvania:

1. Camel Beach Mountain Water Park

Find some great thrill rides or lounge in the lazy river. 

2. Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens*

Try this spot for a unique date!

3. Hershey Park

Spend a fun day at Hershey Park, going on rides and tasting chocolate together!

4. Bike the Trails of Valley Forge National Park

Ride a bike or just stroll through the historic Valley Forge. 

5. Franklin Square

Enjoy a beautiful day outdoors and play a friendly game of Mini-golf!

 

 

New Jersey:

1. Jersey Shore

Take a romantic stroll along the boardwalk or on the beach!

2. Six Flags Great Adventure

Tackle a scary roller coaster together or enjoy the Safari Off Road Adventure.

3. Action Park at Mountain Creek

Cool off at this fun water park for the day!

4. Rebounderz*

Come bounce around in this indoor trampoline arena in Edison. 

5. Adventure Aquarium 

See sharks, penguins, hippos and stingrays on the Delaware River Camden Waterfront. 

 

* Unique Picks

Rising sophomore at Villanova University pursuing a Major in Communication.