49 Best Solo Date Ideas * Nicole Gwen

These are the best solo date ideas to spend quality time with yourself.

So, you want to date yourself? I’m so happy for you! Spending time alone and building your relationship with yourself is one of the most important things you will ever do. You will spend more time with yourself than anyone else, so it is one of the best relationships you can work on.

There are also scientific reasons why time alone is beneficial. According to Forbes, spending time alone has many benefits including increased productivity, more creativity, and mental strength. In this post, I am sharing a list of solo date ideas you can do to make the most of your time alone.

What to do on a solo date?

Treat a solo date just like you would a date with someone else. Make an effort to plan your date, dress up, and be present. Try not to distract yourself by being on your phone. Be fully present with yourself and your thoughts, and enjoy your own company.

These are the best fun solo date ideas to spend time with yourself.

Solo Date Ideas At Home:

1. Bake

One of my favorite cozy solo date ideas is to stay in, watch a relaxing show, and bake chocolate chip cookies. You can bake your favorite dessert or search the internet for a new dessert recipe.

2. Dance

Turn on your favorite music and dance alone in your living room for a fun date night.

3. Make Dinner

Buy the ingredients for your favorite meal and prepare yourself a nice dinner. Set the table with candles, and wear your best outfit to enjoy a dinner date at home. You can listen to your favorite songs or audiobooks while cooking to make it more fun.

4. Have a movie night

Movie nights always make a great date idea. Gather your favorite snacks and watch your favorite movie or rent a movie you haven’t seen before.

5. Color

Coloring is so relaxing! Grab a coloring book or print out a coloring sheet and start coloring. I did this for my birthday while drinking my favorite coffee; it was relaxing and fun.

6. Journal

Get to know yourself better and connect with your inner thoughts by journaling.

Journal Prompt Ideas:

List five things you love about yourself.
Write down three goals you want to accomplish this year.
Write a letter to your younger self.

7. Paint candles

A fun and creative solo date idea is to paint tapered candles and use them for decor around your home.

8. Read a book

If you love reading and have a book you’ve been wanting to start, spending a night at home with a good book is the perfect date night for you.

9. Make an ice cream sundae

Do you love ice cream? Make a delicious ice cream sundae and enjoy an ice cream date at home.

10. Give yourself a face massage

Have a self-care date and give yourself a facial massage. I’ve been trying to give myself a facial massage a couple of times a week and it feels so relaxing.

11. Take an everything shower

I love to put on a good playlist and take an everything shower. I feel so refreshed afterward.

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12. Do a puzzle

Spend a night at home and challenge yourself to complete a puzzle.

13. Play a game

Play a card game or your favorite solo-player game.

14. Learn something new

Research something you’ve been wanting to learn more about. You can read a book on it or take a class.

15. Scrapbook

Scrapbook your favorite memories.

Solo Date Ideas Outside:

1. Go to the movie theatre

Is there a new movie you want to see? Head to the theatre, grab some popcorn and enjoy a movie.

2. Visit a museum

Look up museums in your city to visit and learn more about art and history.

3. Eat at your favorite restaurant

Take yourself out to eat at your favorite restaurant and people-watch while eating your favorite foods.

4. Browse a bookstore

Go to a bookstore and browse the books. Try to find a new book to read.

5. Take yourself shopping

Who doesn’t love shopping?! Treat yourself to a shopping spree (within your budget).

6. Take a class

Want to learn a new skill or improve one? Consider taking a cooking or art class.

7. Go for a nature walk

Take a walk at a park or around your neighborhood and admire all nature offers.

8. Take yourself bowling

Treat yourself to a fun bowling date and brush up on your skills.

9. Go to the zoo

Visit a zoo and look at all the beautiful animals.

10. Visit an aquarium

Aquariums are so fun and have so many cool sea animals to see.

11. Explore your city

Look up the tourist attractions in your city and enjoy a day of sightseeing.

12. Go to a concert

Book yourself tickets to go to a concert.

13. Go for a bike ride

Take yourself out for a bike or scooter ride.

14. Volunteer

Look up organizations in your city and become a volunteer. Helping others can be so fulfilling.

15. Book a spa day

Book yourself a massage and facial for the ultimate self-care day.

Free Solo Date Ideas:

1. Listen to music

Turn on your favorite music and enjoy listening to it alone.

2. Cloud watch

Spend some time watching clouds and admiring all the beauty in the sky.

3. Watch the sunrise/ sunset

Get a blanket and enjoy a cozy date watching the sunrise or sunset.

4. Go window shopping

Browse your favorite stores without buying anything. You can make a list of items to pick up when you have the budget for it.

5. Watch your favorite TV show

Enjoy some time alone watching your favorite TV show.

Winter Solo Date Ideas:

1. Make s’mores

Cozy up and make a yummy s’more for the perfect winter solo date.

2. Look at Christmas lights

Drive or walk around your neighborhood to admire the Christmas lights and get in the holiday spirit.

3. Make a gingerbread house

Get creative and put together and decorate a gingerbread house.

4. Try a holiday drink from a coffee shop

Head to your favorite coffee shop and try a festive drink.

5. Decorate your Christmas tree

Listen to holiday music and decorate your Christmas tree for a fun and festive solo date night at home.

6. Take a warm bubble bath

Get the bath bomb and candles ready for a warm and relaxing bubble bath.

7. Watch holiday movies

There is nothing cozier than watching your favorite holiday movies at home.

Summer Solo Date Ideas:

1. Visit a beach

A day at the beach is the perfect solo date idea to do in the summer. Enjoy the sun on your skin and the sound of the waves.

2. Go out for ice cream

Take yourself out for a scoop of ice cream at your favorite shop.

3. Have a picnic at the park

Make sandwiches or a charcuterie plate for the perfect picnic in the park. You can bring your favorite book to read, draw, color, paint, or people-watch.

4. Go to a farmer’s market

Visit a farmer’s market and browse around. You can pick up flowers, fresh fruit and vegetables, and many other delicious treats.

5. Go for a swim

Take a swim in the pool and spend a day under the sun.

6. Do yoga outdoors

Join a yoga class or do yoga in the park on a sunny day.

7. Make lemonade

Try a new lemonade recipe and create your own yummy summer beverage.

Why are solo dates important?

Solo dates are important because they help you build a bond and connection with yourself. When you are intentional about dating yourself you are making yourself a priority and working on your relationship with yourself. You will spend more time with yourself than anyone else, so you must treat yourself like someone you love and enjoy spending time with.

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