Museum Dating: Fun and Inexpensive

Thu, 04/30/2009 - 22:09 —Kathy

So, you plan to go out on a date? Are you counting your pounds and pence to afford a great time? While you consider various inexpensive date ideas, you’re probably wondering whether you would look “cheap” to your date. However, with some careful planning an inexpensive date can be among the most memorable.

How about going on a great date, full of fun, involving the slightest load on your pocket? Well, this is where a museum date fits well. Unlike a crowded movie theater, visiting a museum is among those fun date ideas that offer the privacy to get to know a person well. This is also one of the most inexpensive date ideas, especially compared to going to a fancy restaurant.

The desire for companionship and economic constraints are compelling people to device newer ways of cheap dating. Museum dating features at the top of inexpensive date ideas. For one, the entry ticket to even the well stocked and grand museums is less than £10. And what you get in return is being surrounded by awesome paintings, relics or sculptures and the privacy to have a good conversation… with perhaps the added advantage of being branded as the lovers of history and art!

There are several ingredients inside a museum to nourish the warmth between you and your date. Visit those artifacts that illustrate everyday life, culture and faith of ancient civilizations. Avoid that famous “terracotta plaque” with erotic scenes. That may be too uncomfortable and suggestive! Rather, opt for Leonardo da Vinci’s famous “Lady with an Ermine.” A museum can create the feeling of wonder, excitement and being awestruck… important ingredients to a successful date. 

Find out common interests and you can pick the museum accordingly. For instance, you could opt for a science museum if both of you are fascinated by jet engines and DNA models. Museums organize various interesting events. So, be sure to find out details of the events being held. A museum can also spur great conversations. This is also a great chance to exhibit your knowledge and impress your date! However, don’t forget to lend a patient ear. If your date is attracted to a particular section in the museum, spend time there.

While being one of the most inexpensive date ideas, museum dating may offer you the perfect setting and opportunity to discover more and more about your date. So, have a great date!