Going on a date doesn’t mean it has to be fancy or expensive or far away. Great dates don’t have to be high energy either. Being in LA is advantageous because there numerous places to go to or things to do around USC. Keep reading for 25 cheap and fun date ideas near USC!
Going out to breakfast, lunch, or dinner to your date’s favorite restaurants. Brunch is also an option on the weekends. It may seem boring or old fashioned, but it works. Food is one of few things that brings everyone together. This is perfect for your date if they consider themselves to be foodies. Downtown LA has a wide variety of places you can go to.
This store is known for its interesting interior design. On the second floor, there is section where every book is $1. In the other sections books are organized by genre. You can also sell or donate any extra books of your’s. There are a few small shops you can browse as well. It is located on 453 S Spring St – Ground Floor Los Angeles, CA 90013.
It is a glass slide with a view of downtown LA. This is for the more adventurous. You will need to buy tickets which will be at their website. It is easily the most Instagram worthy of all date ideas near USC! It is located on 633 W 5th St, Los Angeles California.
Yes, people still go to those and they’re free. There are actually multiple ones in LA. There is one next to USC and you can find more in downtown LA. They range from sports to Asian American history.
Fans of Japanese animation, you can head to Little Tokyo via the blue and the red or purple line on the metro train. You can get more traditional Japanese cuisine here. There is also the Kinokuniya bookstore and small boutiques. Karaoke is another option here as well.
LA Live hosts a variety of shows such as concerts. You can get those tickets from Live Nation and Ticketmaster, so make sure you plan ahead.
People who are more into clubbing can go here. It is also located in downtown LA at 618 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014
LA also has numerous art galleries, which will be found in downtown LA.
An option for those who like to spend. There is a shop for everyone in downtown LA.
For those who don’t have much energy because of classes, you can’t go wrong with a movie. There are small independent theaters and chain theaters in downtown LA. Keep in mind tickets are cheaper earlier in the day.
SoCal weather is truly unbeatable, so take advantage and spend a day admiring it. These pedal boats are such a quirky staple to an LA date. At $10 per person for an hour, you’ll have enough time to get to know each other while enjoying the company of beautiful weather.
Museum dates are so unbeatable, and you can take a super cute photo with your S.O. at LACMA’s iconic light sculpture. L.A. residents can even get free admission after 3 PM on weekdays, so take advantage and admire the diverse artwork at this landmark.
Nothing beats a Sunday spent at the farmer’s market. Enjoy some authentic ice cream with your S.O. Maybe even share a scoop if you feel like being extra frugal (and romantic!)
If you’re an Art History buff and wanna show it off, then there can’t be a better place than the Getty Center. The view is unbeatable, and admission is free.
Yeah, those food-filled, Insta pages? A lot of them are in L.A. Maybe California Donuts if you’re feeling some super cool-looking and delicious donuts, or maybe Milk if you’re both craving some unique and yummy ice cream sandwiches?
You might have been distracted during game days, but don’t forget about these gems literally across from campus! From the California Science Center or the Natural History Museum, spend a whole day museum hopping. Admission is either free or super affordable.
A romantic stroll: L.A. style. Get lost in the beautiful scenery and spend the day talking about anything and everything.
Celeb houses and an awesome view? Put on some romantic music while you’re on your way there. Apart from gas money, this adventurous date is totally free.
Besides the fact that this has landmark has been seen in numerous movies, the Griffith Observatory has amazing shows for a college-student friendly price. Feel like you’re in outer space with their show Centered in the Universe perhaps?
Because why not? A super affordable and delicious place is Bud Namu in Korea Town for $12.99 all you can eat.
Sometimes, you just can’t avoid the reading and midterms. Have a study and coffee date at Nature’s Brew just walking distance from campus.
Another iconic landmark. Impress your music-loving S.O. by going to some concerts at this legendary record store.
You haven’t actually lived in L.A. unless you’ve tried one of these. Super affordable and scrumptious, and it was started out of love by Paul and Betty Pink in 1939.
And those are 25 cute date ideas to do around USC. Just remember to enjoy your date and everything should go smoothly. Fight on Trojans.
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