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Date ideas in Boston

Romantic dinners, drinks, shows and views.

18 places

The top 18

Romantic and intimate places, plus shows, live music and galleries, ranked by our own engine.

  1. Symphony Hall4.8· 3.4kTheatre · Frederick Douglass Square Historic District

    1. Symphony Hall

    Historic concert hall with exceptional acoustics, world-class performances, and guided tours.
  2. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.7· 10kMuseum · Roxbury Crossing

    2. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

    Intimate historic museum with eclectic collections, courtyard, and contemplative gallery experiences.
  3. Cafe Bonjour4.7· 3.0kFrench · Downtown Crossing

    3. Cafe Bonjour

    Cozy French-Mediterranean bistro with pastries, small plates, and an excellent wine list.
  4. Mamma Maria4.7· 2.0kItalian · Dock Square

    4. Mamma Maria

    Intimate North End Italian spot for refined pasta, seafood, and great wine.
  5. Ostra4.7· 1.3kSeafood · Downtown Crossing

    5. Ostra

    Upscale seafood with oysters, lobster, seasonal catches and curated wine list.
  6. Improv Asylum4.7· 1.1kTheatre · Dock Square

    6. Improv Asylum

    High-energy improv comedy with audience interaction, sketch shows, and group-friendly fun.
  7. Hatch Memorial Shell4.7· 849Theatre · Downtown Crossing

    7. Hatch Memorial Shell

    Open-air riverside amphitheater with free concerts, scenic views, and community gatherings.
  8. Atlantic Fish Co4.6· 4.1kSeafood · Back Bay

    8. Atlantic Fish Co

    Polished seafood spot with oysters, classic New England dishes and cocktails.
  9. Row 344.6· 3.9kSeafood · Waterfront

    9. Row 34

    Lively oyster-focused seafood spot with waterfront views and polished comfort fare.
  10. Arts at the Armory4.7· 678Gallery · Spring Hill

    10. Arts at the Armory

    Gallery, cafe, and event space with rotating exhibitions and performances.
  11. Boch Center4.6· 3.3kLive music · Downtown Crossing

    11. Boch Center

    Historic, grand theater showcasing live music and major touring performances.
  12. Chickadee4.7· 635Mediterranean · City Point

    12. Chickadee

    Cozy Mediterranean spot with fresh seafood, wine-focused menu and waterfront seating.
  13. Carmelina's4.6· 2.7kItalian · Dock Square

    13. Carmelina's

    Cozy North End Italian spot, housemade pastas, fresh seafood, attentive wine list.
  14. Ocean Prime4.6· 2.5kSeafood · Waterfront

    14. Ocean Prime

    Upscale seafood and steakhouse with waterfront views, cocktails, and refined service.
  15. Grill 23 & Bar4.6· 2.3kRestaurant · Bay Village

    15. Grill 23 & Bar

    Upscale classic steakhouse serving prime steaks, fresh seafood, and extensive wine list.
  16. Lyric Stage Boston4.8· 326Theatre · Back Bay

    16. Lyric Stage Boston

    Intimate Back Bay theater presenting polished, actor-driven plays and engaging live performances.
  17. Granary Burying Ground4.7· 492Sight · Downtown Crossing

    17. Granary Burying Ground

    Quiet historic cemetery with iconic graves — great for photography and sightseeing.
  18. Mooo.... Seaport4.7· 479Restaurant · Church Green

    18. Mooo.... Seaport

    Upscale waterfront steakhouse with prime steaks, extensive wine list, and attentive service.

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