Sure, coffee dates are cozy, but sometimes you want to do something that shakes things up a bit. Something that brings out laughter, surprises and sparks curiosity. Whether you’re newly in love or have shared a thousand Saturdays together, it’s always worth discovering new sides of each other. Here are five fun date ideas in Stockholm, ideal for date night, a special occasion or simply having some fun on a weekday.
1. Try axe throwing together and unleash your inner Viking
Yes, axe throwing is a thing and it’s surprisingly fun! At venues like Mad Axe in Stockholm, you can book a lane, get a quick intro and start throwing axes at wooden targets like modern-day Vikings. It’s competitive in a playful way, a bit wild, and way more satisfying than you’d expect. Great for releasing stress and laughing together as a team or to challenge each other in a competition.
2. Watch the sunset from a rooftop bar – romance with a view
Stockholm has no shortage of scenic rooftop bars where you can sip cocktails above the city skyline. Try Le Hibou in the city centre or Freyja + Söder on Södermalm for drinks with a view. No matter if it’s the start of a night out or the end of a day in the city, there’s something magical about heights, golden hour light and a little breeze.
3. Join a pub quiz night – nerdy fun and surprisingly romantic
There’s a certain charm in teaming up over trivia, whether it’s naming movie soundtracks or capital cities. Stockholm has regular quiz nights at cozy pubs like The Liffey, Ölstugan and Söders Hjärta. You’ll celebrate each correct answer like a tiny victory and you might just learn something new about each other along the way. Great for couples who love to think, guess and laugh together.
4. Relax in a floating sauna – and take a chilly dip
Looking for something relaxing and daring? Try a sauna date at a floating sauna like Sauna Wellness in Alvik or Tanto Bastu on Södermalm. Sit together in the warmth, talk in peace and then, if you’re brave, plunge into the lake for a refreshing swim with the city as your backdrop. The saunas are open all year around, but for the best experience, make sure to visit a cold evening. To sit together in the warmth is both romantic and rejuvenating.
5. Paradox Museum Stockholm – where your date turns into a reality-bending adventure
Paradox Museum Stockholm is a mind-twisting and smile-inducing place right in the city center. Here, nothing is quite as it seems with upside-down rooms, spinning tunnels and wild illusions that set the stage for one of the most fun dates you’ll ever go on. This unusual museum experience will bring out your playful side and is the perfect spot for fun and unique couples’ photos.
Book your tickets easily on the website here.