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First Date Ideas in Lucknow: Places Locals Love
Lucknow is the city of tehzeeb: graceful, unhurried and famous for its food. It's a perfect setting for a slow, conversation-filled first date.
Hazratganj
A stroll through Hazratganj, with a coffee or chaat stop. "Ganjing" has been a Lucknow pastime for generations.
History
- The Bara Imambara and its Bhool Bhulaiya maze, a fun shared adventure.
- Rumi Darwaza, especially in the golden evening light.
- The ruins and gardens of the British Residency.
Food
The old-city lanes of Chowk and Aminabad are legendary for kebabs and biryani, followed by kulfi or malai makhan in winter.
Parks and the river
- Janeshwar Mishra Park, one of the largest parks in Asia, good for cycling.
- An evening along the Gomti Riverfront.
- Ambedkar Memorial Park, striking when it's lit up at night.
A safe first date
Meet somewhere busy, arrange your own travel both ways, and tell a friend where you'll be. A short video call beforehand is the easiest way to check someone is who they say they are.