Romantic date night ideas in Melbourne? Swoon. 

Tummy butterflies. Sustained eye contact. The clink of a wine glass tapping a toast to a romantic date night out. Sometimes, it’s what’s not on the menu just as much as what is on the menu that makes a date night so special at Crown Melbourne.  

From fun activities that will bring out your competitive sides to relaxing spaces for simply enjoying their company, Crown Melbourne has it all.  

Whether you try them all in one epic date day or turn it into a recurring series like a favourite TV show, is up to you.  

Adventurous Meets Amorous at Crown 

Looking for fun date ideas that will get you moving and give you plenty of opportunities for accidental, not-accidental physical contact?  

Crown Melbourne has all of that. And even one where you can serenade each other.  

Mini Golf. Maximum fun.  

The Holey Moley Golf Club adds a touch of child-like fun and silliness to your date night in Melbourne at Crown. Go head-to-head over 18 themed mini-golf holes across two courses to get a measure of your date’s putting prowess.  

Better yet, there’s a cocktail bar.  

Karaoke Serenading  

Name a better activity for flirtatious lyrics and adorable dance moves than karaoke. That’s what two lovebirds can find at Juke’s Karaoke, where you can opt for a private room for private serenading, or join the party at the main bar with Crown’s in-house piano man.  Actually being able to sing well is just a bonus.  

Ten-Pin Bowling 

Knock ‘em over with your athleticism and skill at KingPin Bowling. Your date, or the pins.  

This space will keep the conversation and the competition going with 12 ten-pin bowling lanes, as well as an arcade, VR games, and a laser tag arena. It’s also open until 2am, so you won’t be trying to make eyes at your date over the sounds of young children rolling balls into the gutters.  

Mystery. Romance. Escaping.  

Put your minds to the test at the Red Herring Escape Rooms at Crown. There are four escape rooms to choose from, each of which will challenge you, entertain you, and set you working together against the clock.  

Dinner and a Movie  

Sit back, relax, and remind yourselves why the classic movie date night is a time-tested favourite for first date ideas. But don’t forget to book one of the Gold Class theatres at Village Cinemas at Crown Melbourne, where you can level up your experience with reclining seats, a full-service bar, gourmet food, and a personal waiter.  

It’s dinner and a movie, in one.  

It’s Showtime.  

Melbourne is famous for its live shows. There’s music, there’s comedy, there’s theatre, there’s everything you need to sing, laugh, and be entertained on your Melbourne date night.  

The Cherry Bar is famed for its musical acts, but you can also check what’s on at Howler, the Palais Theatre, the Northcote Social Club, and The Round. Of course, Crown also hosts a variety of live shows at the Palms. Keep an eye on the calendar to see what’s coming up. 

Wining, Dining & Beguiling 

Melbourne is a foodie’s dream. Pair that with your dream date, and you’ve got a match to rival cookies and cream.  

The city’s best romantic date night restaurants run the gamut from hearty Italian classics at Gradi to international bites at Chinese restaurant Silks.  

Fine Dining & Fine Views 

The only thing that could compare with staring at your date all night is looking out over the Melbourne skyline. So if you’re after romantic date ideas in Melbourne that are sure to impress, Crown offers an assortment of dining spaces with unbeatable views.  

Conservatory is a bright, open, buffet-style dining space that pairs beauty with casual, elevated fare. The Atlantic is known as much for its views over the Yarra River as it is for its Aquna Murray Cod, and Rockpool Bar & Grill is all about sophistication – and city views.  

But if we were to propose something truly romantic, make a booking at Koko. This authentic teppanyaki restaurant is set amongst an idyllic Japanese water garden, and if that weren’t swoon-worthy enough, the views over the city skyline certainly are. This is such a romantic spot, in fact, that the staff there have a table known as the ‘proposal table’. Do with that information what you will.  

That’s Amore 

Love Italian food? You’ll love Gradi, an Italian restaurant featuring the first Australian to ever be trained in Naples to the ‘Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana’ rules.  

That would be restaurateur and chef, Johnny Di Francesco, who was named the best in the world at The 2014 World Pizza Championships in Parma for his Margherita pizza. Of course, that’s the recommended dish to try, unless you’d rather not ruin all other Margherita pizzas for yourself forever.  

Parisian Heaven 

That’s Bistro Guillaume in a nutshell. Reimagined French cuisine that showcases local Victorian produce from season to season.  

Look for the classic French bistro dishes to sweep your date away with the cuisine of the city of love, and don’t look past the plat du jour for something fresh and special from Chef Guillaume Brahimi. 

Twisted Thai  

It’s Thai food with a twist on the menu at Ging Thai, where you can enjoy modern versions of Thai classics.  

Try the King Fish Ceviche for something ultra fresh and tasty to start, then take your pick of the stir fries and curries before swapping half way through with your date so you both get to try two incredible meals. Or, opt for the set menu with wine matching for something extra special.  

Nobu: Japanese Meets Peruvian 

Traditional Japanese cuisine meets Peruvian ingredients at Nobu, Crown’s internationally renowned restaurant. For romantic date ideas that are guaranteed to lead to a second date, book a table at Nobu.  

Then read about the signature dishes to get at Nobu to start working up an appetite.  

Your Place or Mine? 

Surprise your date with a romantic change of scenery with a stay at one of Crown Melbourne’s hotel options.  

You can’t go wrong at any of them when your choices are romance, romance, or romance. 

A Sparkling Stay 

Skip straight to premium luxury at the Crystal Club. This exclusive club is situated on the third floor of Crown Towers, where it’s dripping with elegance and style.  

Think high ceilings, decadent interiors, sparkling champagne, complimentary breakfast, concierge services, and evening canapes. If you’re looking to impress, this is the place to do it.  

Heart Eyes in the Heart of the City 

There’s a lot to love about Crown Metropol, situated a stone's throw from Melbourne’s CBD.  

Chic, welcoming, and relaxing, this is the place to go for a romantic getaway in the city. Here you’ll be surrounded by date night activities. You can stay in, watch a movie, or take a dip in Crown Metropol’s iconic pool deck on the 27th floor featuring views of the city skyline.  

Cheers to You 

Say cheers, then say it again at one of Crown’s top bars.  

There’s nothing like chatting over a cocktail or a glass of vino to really connect and get to know your date, or simply to reconnect with your love. Visit Ghost Donkey for a lively atmosphere with premium cocktails, stop by Atrium Bar to celebrate each other over champagne, or make a night of it at The Den for a cosy drink amongst nocturnal ambiance.  

Conclusion:
Who needs date night ideas in Melbourne when you have Crown? Find all the entertainment, dining, and drinks you could want for a romantic date right here.