Stroll along the Thames, thumb the used books on sale, watch the skateboarders and pretend you own the city.There are plenty of places to stop to have a bite to eat, as well as loads of bars including the BFI and the National Theatre.I also favor having an idea for a nightcap in your back pocket, so you can extend the evening if it’s going well without committing the faux pas of being a table camper at the restaurant.” First Date: Drinks at Green Street, dinner at Mary Chung, nightcap at Brick & Mortar Central Square is easy to get to, has cheap parking for someone driving in, and has tons of Cambridge’s famously casual, laid-back, youthfully hip atmosphere.The bar at Green Street (the restaurant) is always buzzing with an eclectic crowd, and the drinks menu reflects that audience, with great beers, inexpensive but quality wines by the glass, and a craft-cocktail ethos that will satisfy even serious cocktail geeks.Welcome back to Urban Dating: Easy & fun date ideas from urban experts!

This will depend very much upon the length of your stay in Stamford, be it a few hours or a few days.Coffee is a bit boring and potentially awkward on a first date, anyone know of some fun activities to do in London that won't cost me an arm and a leg?Something like crazy golf would be cool, a petting zoo(thats cheap), feeding animals, bowling, or something like that...Especially on the first couple of dates, conversation can be awkward so walking round an interesting city or scenic park will provide you with plenty of conversation starters.With a little sunshine, a romantic walk will mean you can get to know each other, without the rigidness of a restaurant environment.