Six great date ideas in South Amana

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Located in Central Iowa, the Amana Colonies comprises seven villages, or settlements, including the town of South Amana. Founded by the Community of True Inspiration in the 1840s, South Amana is known for its farming, retail and restaurant culture and has a lively, small-town atmosphere.

1. South Amana parks and places for a walk on a first date

Take a walk in the Amana Colonies Landmark District, a national historic landmark. Featuring 37 buildings in their original condition, this walk will take you back in time. The district includes the original St. Paul's Catholic Church, the Amana Schoolhouse, the Village Blacksmith Shop, and the Amana Woolen Mill. Other parks in South Amana to explore together are the South Amana Community Park and the South Amana Heritage Park.

2. Places for a coffee date in South Amana

A great spot for a coffee date in South Amana is the Millstream Brewery. Enjoy an extensive selection of craft beers in the taproom and you can even take a brewery tour. Serve yourselves up a beer flight and enjoy a tasting experience together. Other spots for a coffee date in town include the Amana Coffee & Tea Co, where you can try 30 different types of teas, and 7th Avenue Cafe, a great spot to grab a hot cup of joe.

3. South Amana galleries, museums and exhibitions to visit on a date

Check out the Amana Heritage Museum to learn about the history of the Amana Colonies. This museum features artifacts and photographs, as well as artifacts from the historic Amana Church. You can also take a tour of the Amana Historic Sites to get an up close and personal view of the seven original Amana colonies. For art exhibitions, visit the Amana Arts Guild, or the Vee’s Art Gallery.

4. Live music and entertainment to invite your date to in South Amana

Head to Lazy Monk Brewing for a night of live music and craft beer. Enjoy a performance from a jazz trio and sample some of the unique craft beers on offer. The Old Creamery Theatre Company is another spot for live entertainment, with a range of plays and musicals throughout the year. Check out the Millstream Reverie Music Series for free concerts throughout the summer, or the Winter Reverie series for performances indoors.

5. South Amana pubs, bars or restaurants for a first date drink or food

Choose from a range of cozy pubs and restaurants in South Amana. Stop into the Tienda Restaurant & Bar, a charming spot serving Mexican dishes and margaritas. Or, grab dinner and a drink at the Millstream Brewing Co. Enjoy a beer or two while you sample a variety of pub fare, such as sliders, tacos and pretzel dip. The Main Street Pub & Grub is another great spot for some drinks and dinner, or grab a bite to eat at the Old Highway 6 Cafe.

6. Other date ideas to try in South Amana

Beside the many restaurants and pubs in the Amana Colonies, there are plenty of other ideas for a first date in South Amana. Take your date for a round of golf, or explore the Amana bike trails by mountain bike, road bike, or fat bike. Visit the wineries in the area, such as the Cedar Ridge Winery and Distillery, or if you’re looking for something more low-key, spend the day at the Amana Heritage Museum and learn about the history of the area. Take a cooking class together at the Amana Colonies Cookery School and learn about the traditional cooking techniques of the Amana society, or head to the Amana Fish Hatchery to feed the fish and explore the trails.

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