Fun things to do in London
Fun things to do in London when you want something lively, interactive, and easy to say yes to. These picks skew toward activities and social venues, with booking and price shown so you can move fast. Use the tool to tailor by vibe and who you're with.
1
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Camden, Victoria
- Vibe tags:
- localplayfulcompetitive
- Notes:
- Slick activity venue offering bowling, darts, beer pong, shuffleboard, karaoke and arcade games
2
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Farringdon, Battersea
- Vibe tags:
- locallivelycompetitive
- Notes:
- Table tennis bar with full-size tables, drinks, music, and interactive ping pong games.
3
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Shoreditch, Bloomsbury, Islington
- Vibe tags:
- locallivelycompetitive
- Notes:
- Modern social darts bar with themed games, booths and cocktails — buzzy atmosphere
4
- Suitable for:
- SoloDateFriends
- Area:
- Waterloo, Hackney
- Vibe tags:
- sociallocalcurious
- Notes:
- Hundreds of board games with food and drinks — cosy, social and ideal for small groups
5
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Shoreditch
- Vibe tags:
- localplayfulcompetitive
- Notes:
- Multi-game bar with beer pong, pool, ping pong, shuffleboard, and food.
6
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- City of London, Oxford Circus
- Vibe tags:
- localplayfulcompetitive
- Notes:
- Adults-only mini golf bar with cocktails, DJs, and street food. High energy and themed courses.
7
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Spitalfields, Southbank
- Vibe tags:
- localplayfulquirky
- Notes:
- French-style pétanque (boules) bar with food, wine, and a quirky social vibe.
8
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- King’s Cross, London Bridge, Canary Wharf
- Vibe tags:
- localplayfulcompetitive
9
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Aldgate, Oxford Street, Greenwich, Wandsworth
- Vibe tags:
- locallivelycompetitive
- Notes:
- High-octane activity bar with axe throwing, shuffleboard, beer pong, karaoke and more
10
- Suitable for:
- DateFriendsGroups
- Area:
- Canary Wharf
- Vibe tags:
- playfulsocialinteractive
- Notes:
- Adult arcade games and competitive challenges. Great for a fun night out with friends.
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