Finding a hobby that both you and your partner enjoy can be tricky.
Hobbies that you can do together as a couple will not only be fun, but it could actually strengthen your relationship!
Check out our selection of the best hobbies for couples and try something new together!
1. Tennis
Tennis is a a great lifetime sport that you and your partner can play together for years! Get a couple tennis rackets, a can of tennis balls then head out to your local courts!
Most high schools have tennis courts that you can go play at for free in the evenings when the high school teams are done practicing…
Pick up this Senston Adult Tennis Racket (2 pack set) available from Amazon for you and your partner to be ready for the courts!
2. Cooking
Take a cooking class, try a new recipe or try to invent your own dish!
The kitchen offers room for growth in your relationship and bonding over a meal is always special!
Explore your own cultural background and try some recipes from your home country or region.
3. Canoeing
Canoeing is a great couple hobby to get outdoors! Improve your communication skills together while exploring the lakes and rivers in your area!
Chances are there is a canoe rental company in your area that can help get you out on the river this afternoon!
Looking to invest in your own canoe? Check out the Old Town Saranac 160 Green Canoe available from Cabelas.com here…
4. Puzzles
Puzzles are a great leisure activity to do together at home on those sleepy, rainy days. Spend your free time working together on a casual, creative activity.
Share a feeling of accomplishment when you finish that damn thousand piecer you’ve been working on for weeks!
5. Hiking
Hiking together as a couple is a great way to boost your fitness, explore your community and enjoy nature!
Challenge each other by going on new hikes and explore nature together.
Did you know that being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings?(Stamatakis & Mitchell).
Be sure to check out our list of 10 Hiking Essentials for Every Adventure, before heading out on the trail!
6. Movies
Go see the latest blockbuster at the theatre or plan a special movie night with some old classics.
Make a routine out of watching an entire trilogy one night of the week!
Having a routine with your partner is a great way to strengthen your relationship and a fun activity to look forward to together.
There are tons of streaming options out there these days… Netflix, Hulu and Paramount + are all great options depending on your needs and interests.
7. Rock Climbing
Rock climbing is a great hobby for couples! Climbing and bouldering involves a great deal of trust and is a great way to get your exercise.
Head to a local climbing gym and take a basic climbing and belay class to get started.
Check out our full post on rock climbing here for tips, resources and gear recommendations…
8. Camping
Heading out into the wilderness and enjoying all that nature has to offer is a great hobby for couples.
Get away from technology and city life to enjoy each others company out in the woods!
Be sure to practice Leave No Trace Principles when you head out to the great outdoors!
9. Go to the Gym
Get a gym membership and get buff together!
Make a routine out of taking your fitness seriously and hold each other accountable for reaching your fitness goals. Walk on the treadmill, weight train, or take a weekly fitness class together.
Check out the new Amazon Halo strap to track your workouts, sleep and overall wellness. The Halo strap does not have a display, so you can remain focused on your workout while tracking your progress and health stats.
10. Open Mic Nights
Attending open mic nights is a super fun hobby for couples! Check out open mics in your area and perform a talent or simply go to watch.
Many coffee shops have weekly open mic nights showcasing local talent including singer-songwriters, comedians and poets.
Check out openmikes.org to locate open mic nights in your area!
11. Volunteering
Spend your time together helping others in your community. See what needs there are in your community and brainstorm how you can help.
You and your partner could coach a youth soccer team, or spend a few hours on the weekend playing card games at the retirement home.
Whatever you end up doing, keep it fun!
Check out our full post on volunteering for tips, resources and best practices to get started!
12. Learn a Language
Learning a language is an excellent way to keep your mind sharp and learn more about another culture.
Taking a class with your partner and practicing together can be a great hobby that focuses on growth and self-improvement.
13. Gardening
If you and your partner have a yard, why not use that land to start a garden?
Starting a garden is a ton of work, but there’s nothing better than eating veggies that you grew yourself!
Gardening is a great hobby for couples to work on an outdoor project together!
Check out “Raised-Bed Gardening for Beginners” available on Amazon here…
14. Bike Riding
Cruise your neighborhood with your loved one, go to a local park or trail and enjoy the great outdoors!
Bike riding is an excellent way to get a workout while also enjoying the outdoors and your community.
Looking to go a bit further? Check out the awesome collection of E-bikes available from Charge Bikes here…
15. Thrifting / Garage Saling
Thrifts stores and garage sales are a ton of fun! Thrifting is one of the best hobbies for couples to go out exploring and find vintage treasures.
We recommend using an app called Yard Sale Treasure Maps or Craigslist to find garage sales in your area.
16. Book Club
Join a book club and discuss the book with your partner. If you can’t find a book club to join, go ahead and start your own! Meetup.com is a great resources for finding (or starting) a new club.
Even if it is just you and your partner, reading the same book together, and then discussing it can be a great hobby and can strike up some interesting conversation.
Get crackin’ on the Top 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime according to Amazon here…
17. Board Games
Join a board game group or start a couples game night with some friends!
This can be a great weekly or monthly tradition to look forward to with your partner.
Game nights are a fun, wholesome hobby that everyone can enjoy. Board games make for a great double date night in with a bit of competition!
18. Start a Side Hustle Together
Making money with your partner can be a fun hobby!
Brainstorm activities that you are both interested in and then consider various ways to monetize those interests.
It could be anything from starting an Etsy Store to making your own YouTube channel together.
Check out our post on starting a side hustle to get some ideas!
19. Running
Train for a 5k! Set a goal and train together. Whether it’s the 1-mile fun run or a full marathon, running and training together is a great hobby for couples to stay fit!
20. Join a Co-ed Sports League
Do you and your partner love sports?
Check out the opportunities in your community and join a co-ed sports league. Softball, Flag-Football, Soccer or even Dodgeball could be great options.
Check out MeetUp.com to find opportunities in your area.
21. Take Dance Lessons
Learning to dance is an awesome way to increase your coordination and express yourself in a physical way.
Many dance studios offer community education introductory classes for various dance styles including salsa, ballroom, swing and so many more.
Check out DancingTogether.com to explore various dance style that you and your partner may enjoy.
22. Candle Making
What’s more romantic than candles? Enjoying a candle that you’ve made with your partner!
You can make beautiful candles at home that look and smell great!
Experiment with different waxes and aromas until you find the perfect recipe that you and your partner both enjoy!
Check out these candle making kits available from Amazon to get started…
23. Travel
Travel with your significant other is a great hobby!
Whether you’re traveling abroad or being a tourist in your hometown, traveling with your partner is a great way to bond with each other.
Take a road trip, try new coffee shops, go to museums and take lots of touristy photos!
24. Painting
Painting is one of the best hobbies for couples to stay creative together!
Try painting portraits of each other, or go to a park and paint the same landscape scene. Practice with acrylics, watercolor or oil paints.
Check out our full watercolor painting post here for more information on getting started!
25. Video Games
Playing video games together is one of the best hobbies for couples to get competitive at home!
Pick up an old Nintendo 64 for some nostalgia or get wild with an at home virtual reality headset!
On top of being a ton of fun, playing video games can actually improve your hand-eye coordination, improve your problem solving skills and boost your memory! (According to Mental Floss)
The Benefits of Doing Hobbies Together as a Couple
Engaging in hobbies as a couple is a powerful way to deepen your bond, create shared memories, and foster a greater sense of teamwork.
When you invest time in an activity that both partners enjoy, it enhances your relationship by encouraging better communication, understanding, and fun. Here are a few ways doing hobbies together can enrich your relationship:
- Enhanced Communication: Working on a hobby together requires teamwork and open communication. Whether you’re cooking, painting, or hiking, you’ll need to share ideas, preferences, and even constructive feedback. This builds the habit of clear, respectful communication, which can benefit all aspects of your relationship.
- Stress Relief: Hobbies are a natural outlet for relieving stress, and doing them with your partner only amplifies the relaxation. Engaging in fun activities together can help both of you unwind and disconnect from daily pressures, allowing you to recharge and feel refreshed.
- Building Trust and Dependability: When you and your partner tackle a new project or activity together, you’re learning to rely on each other’s strengths and support each other’s weaknesses. Over time, this builds a deeper sense of trust and reliability, which can help you handle life’s challenges together.
- Increased Quality Time: In today’s busy world, carving out time together can be challenging. Hobbies create an opportunity to dedicate undistracted, meaningful time to one another. It’s an enjoyable, no-pressure way to connect and focus solely on your relationship, free from other commitments.
- Strengthened Bonds through Shared Experiences: When couples share hobbies, they create lasting memories and stories they can reflect on for years to come. The ups, downs, and small victories you experience as a team become part of your relationship history, strengthening the emotional connection you share.
- Personal Growth and Discovery: Trying out new hobbies as a couple encourages personal growth and even opens up new aspects of each other’s personalities that may not be apparent in everyday life. Seeing each other learn and improve is exciting, and it’s an opportunity to support and cheer each other on as you reach new goals together.
In short, hobbies can be a delightful and fulfilling way to invest in your relationship, creating moments of joy, laughter, and companionship that strengthen your partnership. No matter what hobby you choose, the benefits of shared experiences can be profound and long-lasting.
