Not sure where your next date night should be? Instead of heading to the usual movie and dinner, explore some of your city's best-kept secrets. If you live in a major city like Minneapolis or New York, you'll have no shortage of romantic sites dating back hundreds even thousands of years. What better way to spend an evening than by trying something new together? Check out this list for some inspiration: Art Deco Tour – New York City Why not start off with a tour dedicated to one of New York City's most iconic pieces of architecture? The Art Deco Tour is unlike any other sightseeing tour around. Not only will you see all the must-see art deco buildings – such as Rockefeller Center and the Chrysler Building – but you'll also learn the history of deco dating back to 1922, as well as find out how it's related to classic Hollywood glamour. Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: Adult tickets cost $37 for a 90-minute walking tour and $47 for a 120-minute guided bus tour . Children under 12 receive free admission. Guggenheim Museum – New York City Can't afford the art tours in Europe just yet? No worries. Check out one of the most famous pieces of architecture designed by Frank Lloyd Wright – the Guggenheim Museum – and let your date know what you think about modern design. Built to resemble a spiraling ribbon, this structure is part of New York's larger Museum Mile. If you're looking for something more permanent, the Met is just down the street. Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: $25 per adult; $12 for seniors and students with ID; free admission on Fridays from 4-8pm . Children under 12 receive free admission. Bryant Park – New York City While visiting the Guggenheim, stop by Bryant Park, which provides a perfect break after hours of walking around. The park features several literary quotes inscribed into stone tablets dating back to 1894 when it opened as "People's Park." Now Bryant Park is known for its ice rink in winter and events like fashion shows during Fashion Week. You can also enjoy an afternoon picnic or outdoor lunch along the green grass. Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: Free – though some activities have a fee . American Museum of Natural History – New York City Time to head back toward Central Park and make your way down to Columbus Circle, where you can stop for lunch at either Shake Shack or Le Pain Quotidien. Then, stroll over to the American Museum of Natural History (one of the largest museums in the world). The museum is also known for its iconic blue whale skeleton that hangs above the main hall on the third floor. You might want to save this one for another day if you're running low on time; it's huge with several different exhibits dating back hundreds of years. Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: $22 per adult; $14 for students with ID and seniors 65+; free admission on Wednesdays from 4-8pm . Central Park – New York City Ah, the iconic Central Park. This is one of the greatest ways to soak in some sunshine after all that museum crawling. The park doesn't disappoint whether you're looking for a long walk or a relaxing moment away from the city's noise and traffic. You can also find several monuments dedicated to important figures like John Lennon and Bela Bartok spread throughout the park's eight sections (like the Literary Walk dating back to 1837). Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: Free (though there are some activities that require a fee) . Chinatown/ Little Italy – New York City Of course, you'll want to explore the nearby Chinatown dating back to the 1870s and take a walk through Little Italy dating back to the early 1900s. If you come here on a weekend, you can stop by one of Little Italy's many outdoor markets and find some souvenirs (or stops like Mulberry Street for some Italian-style deli sandwiches). Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: Free . Brooklyn Bridge – New York City; Brooklyn; Manhattan After all that walking around town, it's time to relax with a nice stroll over the Brooklyn Bridge dating back to 1883. If your date loves photography or architecture, this might be a perfect moment to end the date with a beautiful view of lower Manhattan dating back to 1885. While you're here, you might also want to check out one of Brooklyn Heights' most famous streets dating back to 1637 and known for its charming brownstones. Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: Free . Central Park Zoo – New York City Stroll through Central Park's zoo dating back to the 1880s and home to more than 100 species of animals (including seals dating back to 1934). You can even check out some animal feedings while you're there if that sounds like fun. For food, consider heading into Central Park's Loeb Boathouse Restaurant dating back to 1874. Not only does it have a lovely and romantic setting dating back to 1874, but it also has several outdoor dining areas. For more fresh air, you can rent a rowboat dating back to 1870s (first come first serve for $15 per half hour). Pieces: 1 Date: Anytime Cost: $10 per person; free entry on Mondays . Other Cheap Dates in New York City: Guggenheim Museum dating back to 1959; Apollo Theater dating back to 1926; Empire State Building dating back to 1931; Grand Central Station dating back to 1913; Subways and Buses (though most of these activities don't require any admission fee and you'd need at least an entire day); Brooklyn Bridge Park dating backs to the 1800s.