An Astrologer And ChatGPT Determine The Best Date Ideas For Each Zodiac Sign
ChatGPT suggests the best date ideas by zodiac sign — and a professional astrologer assesses the accuracy.
Everett Collection via Shutterstock / pikgura, Olena Kiyan and Chikovnaya via Canva Going on a date can be nerve-racking, and deciding what to do and where to go on the date can be hard. Whether it's your first date with someone new or your 50th date with your boyfriend, it can be tough coming up with cute date ideas. Everyone is different and enjoys different things. It's important to pick an activity you'll both enjoy when going on a date.
The first date is the most important because first impressions are everything. No pressure, but it's all or nothing. You want to make the most of that initial interaction. If the first date doesn't go well, more than likely, there won't be a second date. That's why it's important to plan the perfect first date using zodiac signs!
Our zodiac signs give insight into the things we inherently enjoy based on our personality traits.
While you're welcome to do your own research into your date's zodiac sign's personality traits to determine what they may or may not like to do, we have the technology of artificial intelligence now to help us work smarter, not harder.
And though AI tools like ChatGPT have proven time after time to be surprisingly accurate, we also asked Professional astrologer Leslie Hale and Spiritual Astrologist Kate Rose to weigh in on ChatGPT's suggestions to ensure you're not led astray in your search for the best date idea for each zodiac sign.
Best date ideas, by zodiac sign
Best date ideas for Aries
- Outdoor adventure: Go on a hike, try rock climbing or kayaking.
- Competitive fun: Play mini-golf or go-kart racing.
- Fine dining: Try a trendy new restaurant or a gourmet cooking class.
Rose says she "mostly feels okay" about ChatGPT's ideas about the best dates for Aries, adding that she "definitely resonates with the hike and restaurant." However, she warns against taking Aries for a hike as it might not be "active" enough. "I'd think you could consider adding in something more active like geocaching or an interactive self-guided tour outside," Rose suggests.
Best date ideas for Taurus
- Foodie experience: Visit a farmer's market or take a cooking class together.
- Nature walk: Take a leisurely stroll through a botanical garden or arboretum.
- Sensory experience: Visit a wine tasting or try a couples massage.
Hale finds herself "impressed" with these date ideas, saying that "these activities suit the sign well."
Best date ideas for Gemini
- Comedy night: Go to a stand-up comedy show or improv night
- Learning experience: Attend a lecture or take a museum tour
- Artistic expression: Take a painting or pottery class together
Though Hale is "impressed" by Chat GPT's Gemini date ideas, Rose suggests that "the learning experience sounds a little dull for Gemini, as they tend to crave excitement."
Best date ideas for Cancer
- Romantic evening: Cook dinner together and enjoy a candlelit evening at home
- Outdoor picnic: Have a picnic in the park or by the beach
- Intimate gathering: Attend a small music performance or poetry reading together
Bets date ideas for Leo
- VIP experience: Go to a concert or sporting event in luxury seating
- Creative outlet: Take a dance or acting class together
- Fine dining: Enjoy a fancy dinner at a high-end restaurant with a view
"Yes to the luxury seating and fine dining," agrees Rose.
Best date ideas for Virgo
- Intellectual exploration: Attend a book club or literary discussion group
- Healthy living: Take a yoga or fitness class together
- Artistic expression: Visit an art museum or attend a classical music performance
Best date ideas for Libra
- Cultural experience: Visit a historical landmark or art gallery
- Pampering day: Get a couple's spa day or massage
- Fine dining: Try a new and trendy restaurant or wine bar
Best date ideas for Scorpio
- Thrilling adventure: Go on a ghost tour or escape room challenge
- Night out: Attend a concert or dance club together
- Intimate evening: Have a private movie night with a classic film or scary movie
According to Hale, ChatGPT's date ideas for Scorpio are by far the most accurate astrologically. "Scorpio is the sign that rules the eighth house which is connected with the ‘mysteries of life,’ and a ghost tour fits in perfectly and would be fun as well. Scorpios are also typically very intuitive individuals and often have an interest in the paranormal. An escape room is a good idea because Scorpio loves digging for answers, so this date night suits them perfectly."
Best date ideas for Sagittarius
- Adventure travel: Go on a road trip or take a weekend camping trip
- Active lifestyle: Try a new sport or attend a fitness boot camp
- Cultural immersion: Attend a festival or cultural event in your area
ChatGPT is on the right track with this one, but Rose explains why it's not quite on the money. "It just feels repetitive like 'try a new sport' instead of saying which sport might align with Sagittarius," Rose says.
Best date ideas for Capricorn
- Intellectual exploration: Attend a lecture or visit a historic site together
- Fine dining: Try a Michelin-starred restaurant or culinary experience
- Outdoor activity: Take a nature walk or go on a scenic drive
"Capricorn feels like it starts off like Libra," says Rose, while "fine dining is repetitive of Aries and Leo." Since ChatGPT's date ideas for Capricorn don't include "the way they like to accomplish something," Rose suggests trying something "like a cooking class" instead.
Best date ideas for Aquarius
- Social justice: Attend a rally or volunteer together for a cause
- Artistic expression: Visit a contemporary art museum or attend a music festival
- Technology exploration: Attend a tech conference or explore a new technology together
"I am least impressed with ideas for Aquarius because while Aquarians are known for their interest in politics and causes they are interested in other things as well, and a rally for a first date might not suit everyone," says Hale. "While Aquarians typically do well with technology, they are also very social individuals for the most part, and I would suggest a local restaurant, nightclub or neighborhood pub since Aquarians love to talk and exchange ideas more than others."
Best date ideas for Pisces
- Water activity: Go on a romantic boat ride or paddleboard together
- Creative outlet: Attend a poetry or writing workshop
- Spiritual exploration: Attend a meditation or yoga retreat together
ChatGPT may be on the right track with the best day ideas for each zodiac sign.
"Overall, these ideas for date night by sign are reasonably good," encourages Hale. "AI seems to have a sense of picking up on activities that are typically associated with the individual Sun signs, and I have seen articles written by humans that aren’t as good!"
Rose, however, has her reservations. "It seems as I am reading these nothing feels that unique to each sign and just seems to be repeating the same thing but with different wording," she explains.
That said, these date ideas are undeniably a good start, ready to be customized to you and your date's liking. "Now, if AI can just tell us when and where we will meet our next romantic interest to go on these dates?" asks Hale.
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Lauren Margolis is a writer who covers astrology, pop culture and relationship topics.