Looking to ask out that cute guy/girl you met last week? Here are seven places to take that special date around the city in order to score a second date.
Gallow Green at McKittrick Hotel
Gallow Green Rooftop, © LAUREN WOHL
The elevator to this “secret” rooftop takes you away from the city and into a lantern-lit, lush green forest overlooking the Hudson River. This is the perfect romantic spot to enjoy a drink and kiss your date under the stars.
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Bryant Park HBO Movie night
Every Monday throughout the summer take advantage of Bryant Park´s free movie night. It´s the perfect opportunity to enjoy some fresh air and a great flick with that girl/guy you´ve been dying to take out. It´s fun and doesn´t require those awkward first-date convos… so go for it!
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Brooklyn Bowl
Bowling lanes, vía Brooklyn Bowl
Looking for a more fun, youthful first date? Head on over to the Brooklyn Bowl and enjoy some classic bowling fun!
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Shuffleboard at The Royal Palms
Challenge your date to a game that both your grandma and the hipsters of NY rave about: Shuffleboard! At The Royal Palms, the new hip Gowanus institution, enjoy cocktails on tap, food-truck style eats and some good, old-fashioned competition.
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6BC Garden
Flute concert, via 6BC Flickr
Enjoy nature without leaving the city by taking a stroll hand-in-hand through the 6BC Botanical Garden, located in the East Village. It´s a relaxing spot to enjoy nature and enjoy some light music or poetry readings (see event calendar here).
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Central Park Zoo
Watch the California sea lions show off their tricks before heading over to check out the adorable red pandas. Both guy and gal will bond as they swoon over the animal cuteness.
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Fat Cat
Fat Cat, vía New York City Travel Tips
For a more alternative, indie date scene, check out the West Village´s Fat Cat. Enjoy some live jazz music and old-fashioned bar games (billiards, foosball, ping-pong, etc.).
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