6 Romantic Things Couples Can Do At Home During Winters

Romantic things to do at home might be tricky to think up on the spot. But, once you get into a good routine, you might start to enjoy staying in. Throughout the pandemic, a lot of us were forced to have date nights at home. While this can be more difficult if you live in a small apartment, it’s still possible to get romantic with your partner.

These days, plenty of companies have created monthly boxes and subscriptions, like Date Night in Box that you can plan a romantic evening around. But, you don’t need too many special add-ons to have a cozy and loving night indoors. If you’re looking for some inspiration for romantic things to do at home, here’re some great ideas to get you started!

# Make dinner for each other

This is a classic idea that never gets old. There’re now plenty of companies offering hand-picked boxes that contain all the ingredients you need for a specific recipe.

Constructing one of these from scratch can be a great date and, as a bonus, you’ll get a good meal out of it too! And don’t worry, cooking dinner together can be even better — and a lot more fun — if neither of you knows how to cook!

# Go traveling…virtually!

While traveling opportunities were limited for all of us throughout the pandemic, new technologies have helped to bring the experience to our doorstep. Post-pandemic, one of the most romantic things to do at home is to whisk your partner off on a virtual tour of an exciting foreign city.

With platforms like Zoosk Great Dates, for example, your date night can take place in some of the world’s most visited cities. Why not take your partner on a romantic wine tasting in Naples? Or wander together through the hustle and bustle of the popular Japanese city, Kyoto?

# Watch a newly released movie

This option is becoming more and more popular, and some streaming services are even offering brand new releases as a perk of your subscription. While there’s nothing like a movie theater (and the accompanying popcorn!) it’s still quite romantic to check out a movie on opening day from the comfort of your couch.

Even better, in your private home theater, you and your partner don’t have to worry about pausing the movie for breaks or discussing the film while it’s still playing. Who knew that one of the most romantic things to do at home would be to create your own home theater experience?

# Give each other pedicures

More men get pedicures than you think — they often just don’t openly ask for them. If neither of you has a foot phobia, touching each other’s feet and cleaning them up with some polish can be quite romantic. Just don’t expect your significant other to have the same polishing skills as your favorite pedicurist! This activity is just for fun.

# Give each other back rubs

Back rubs are the perfect way to relax after a long week. They’re also great for helping you and your partner to feel physically connected.

You can learn a lot about a significant other after giving them a back rub, like where they hold their tension and whether or not they’re ticklish or sensitive. It’s also really satisfying to know that you’re making someone you care about feel better.

# Shop for new homes together

Okay, you might not be able to afford one right now. But there’s no harm in looking, right? Browsing for houses in the local neighborhood (or in the dream neighborhood you both hope to live in one day) is incredibly fun.

It’s also romantic in the sense that you’re discussing your future together casually and harmlessly. You can also consider this winter date idea to be educational if, down the road, the two of you plan to get married.