It's that time of year again; Romance is on everyone's mind. But whether you're coupled or not, self-love should always be a priority, too. That's why we've assembled a list of Orlando's options for solo dates to take yourself on this Valentine's season.
Luckily for us, Orlando is home to plenty of ways to relax, be thrilled or really just escape reality (and other humans). No matter how you want to love yourself, the City Beautiful probably has an option that'll get you excited. So hang out with animals, pretend you're flying, or smash stuff — we won't judge how you choose to self-love.
Love yourself first with these date ideas for singles in Orlando
By OW Staff on Fri, Feb 10, 2023 at 1:48 pm
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Orlando Cat Cafe
532 Cagan Park Ave., ClermontSpend an afternoon relishing the unconditional love and affection offered by all the cats and kittens at Orlando Cat Cafe. It’s only $10 a head, and you can check out all the whiskered faces you’ll see at the cafe before you even get there. Cats are better than humans, anyway.
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Indoor skydiving
8969 International Drive, OrlandoFly far, far away (figuratively) at iFly Orlando’s indoor skydiving park. It’s the thrill of skydiving without all the hassle or, you know, fear.
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Go horseback riding
Various locationsLive out your wildest Wild West dreams with a guided horseback ride through Central Florida. Some ranches, like Hidden Palms Ranch, offer private rides, if you want to be truly alone (with your tour guide, of course).
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Rent a private karaoke room
Various locationsYou can really sing solo wherever you want, but a little stardom never hurts. Elevate your solo imaginary performances with a private karaoke room, where no one can judge you.
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Bioluminescent kayaking
485 N. Washington Ave., TitusvilleInstead of spending Valentine’s Day with your ex, enjoy the company of some other single-celled organisms with a bioluminescent kayak tour. Starting at $60, this tour is perfect for beginners or seasoned kayakers wanting to glide through Central Florida waters after dark.
Hot air balloon ride
12375 FL-535, OrlandoThis one's for the Orlandoan thrill seeker in all of us. Visit one of Central Florida's many hot air balloon locations and get really, really high for a sunset skyline ride.
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Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
7324 International Drive, OrlandoReally escape reality with this one. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition takes you back to 1912 with artifacts, costumed actors and full-scale rooms recreated after those on the ship’s maiden voyage. But this time, you get to go home after a couple of hours.
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Picnic at an Orlando park
Various locationsIn the heart of downtown Orlando, Lake Eola Park is a prime location for a little self-love wrapped up in a picnic basket. Or try Dickson Azalea in the Milk District, Mead Botanical Garden in Winter Park, or just plop down in the yard.
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Take a “seed-to-table” cooking class
26 E. King St., OrlandoHone your cooking skills and learn about sustainable eating at the Emeril Lagasse Foundation Kitchen House and Culinary Garden with the fine folks of the Edible Education Experience.
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Horse-drawn carriage ride through Downtown Winter Garden
Winter GardenIf you’re taking yourself out on a date, you might as well go big. Sit back and enjoy the glorious sights of Winter Garden’s downtown area while being driven around like royalty. It’s one of the more expensive solo dates, but you can’t really put a price on self-care, can you?
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Go to a rage room
4065 L.B. Mcleod Road, OrlandoRage Room Orlando is the perfect place to let off a little steam, vent out some pent-up aggression or just break things for the fun of it.
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Take a glassblowing class
130 Bomar Court, LongwoodTake a day to yourself to learn a new skill with a glassblowing class with Orlando Glass Center. It’s a little more elevated than simply painting, plus there’s fire. Add a little suspense (safely) to your creative solo date.
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Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave., MaitlandA major step up from your usually solo movie date, Enzian Theater will have a special Valentine’s Day showing of <1>Moonstruck (1987). Learn from Cher, a proponent of self-love if there ever was one.
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Visit an Orlando farmers market
Various locationsIf you want to enjoy some solo time without being completely alone, an Orlando farmers market is the perfect place to do some strolling, browsing and practicing self-care. The Audubon Park Community Market happens every Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at 1842 E. Winter Park Road, and specializes in hyper-local produce.
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Visit a local plant store
Treat yourself to a little greenery or gardening goods at an Orlando-area plant shop like Palmer's Garden, a one-stop shop for all your locally grown green-baby needs.
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Take an Orlando food tour
Various locationsEat away your troubles away through the restaurants and foodie stops featured in different Orlando-area neighborhoods, like Main Street District, Winter Park and more.
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Explore Park Avenue
Winter ParkPlan a solo date at Winter Park’s Park Avenue shopping district, where you can explore plenty of eateries, shops, boutiques and charming sights to see. Don't trip on the cobblestones.
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Join an airboat tour
Get some super-fast and breezy sightseeing done in your solo time with one of Orlando’s airboat tours. Available on several different Central Florida bodies of water, there’s chances to see gators, water birds and all kinds of flora and fauna.
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