Best Things To Do On Valentine's Day In London 2025

Head to Tooting or Haggerston, where this unique baking competition is injecting a little sweetness into your Valentine's Day events. Bring your top skills and impress your other half with some serious cooking action, and see if you can't score that all-important best baker title.

Map Maison is a stunning destination for your Valentine's Day activities in London, thanks to a range of spirits masterclasses, afternoon teas, cocktail making sessions and more. If you and your other half are great foodies, this is the place to head.

Need something fun to do this Valentine's Day. Grab your sweetheart and take them to the Boat Comedy Club for an evening of belly laughs and non-stop laughter. Opt for a two-course meal ticket so you both can chow down while being entertained.

Brixton is home to one of the coolest cocktail and listening bars in London, Shrub and Shutter. Valentine's Day is the perfect time to check you and your partners new favourite drinking den, as they're offering a special a la carte menu and drinks in the name of love. 

Candy floss-topped tipples and free V-Day dessert, anyone? Boasting insane views, PocketSquare Skyline Bar and Terrace's Valentine's Day special includes a beautiful pink St. Valentine cocktail, delish Sicilian small plates and a complimentary sweet treat as you revel in the stunning skyline of London.

After an affordable date idea? Head to Eastcheap Records this 14th February where Quinn Oulton's Pocket Change Trio will be setting the scene with smooth jazz. If that's not enough, you can also bag two irresistible pizzas and two drinks for £29.

Prepare to step back in time to an era of mischievous smuggling and nefarious sheriffs, as this quirky cocktail experience brings the Wild West to life. Prepare for creative characters and delicious drinks at the Moonshine Saloon in Houndsditch. This isn't your usual mushy night out...

If you fancy a romantic evening and gorgeous views with your other half, then you should check out Sky Garden. Along with botanical decor, a sleek bar space, and a house DJ playing love songs, their Valentine's Day event comes with a sharing board and bottle of Champagne.

From immersive performances to cabaret shows, inject some drama into date night this Valentine's Day with these epic theatre tickets. Expect a steamy walking tour led by The Baroness and prepare to do time in an underground cell with your partner in crime. 

For some wallet-friendly Valentine's Day fun in a beaut floral and fairy light-lit background, head over to Megan's for their Neighbours Nights offer; indulge in two courses for £16 or three courses for £20 as a group of six. Plus, you can treat yourself to a special Nutella-filled, honey-drizzled dessert complete with rose petals and heart-shaped sprinkles that'll make your heart skip a beat.

Gorgeous destination The Exhibit is taking things up a notch for Valentine's Day dates in London, promising 'Sax And The City' - an event where you'll enjoy a two-course meal, alongside tunes from the saxophonist. Plus, it'll only cost you £30 each. 

Fancy doing something a little different for Valentine's Day this year? Hip Hop Brunch LDN is throwing a wicked bash, where you'll get to feast on two tasty courses, wash it down with bottomless cocktails and party to DJs spinning a range of quality bangers.

London's most notorious prison-themed cocktail bar, Alcotraz is offering you and your other half a quirky thing to do this Valentine's Day. Trade in dresses and shirts for orange jumpsuits and work together to smuggle in hooch, where you'll earn yourself tasty tipples from the inmate mixologist.

For a cute date night, head to Plonk Golf in Camden Market. Along with tropical decor and a huge course, you'll enjoy getting competitive over the span of six different unique units. The game is on, so be sure to practice your swing.

A private bar, perfectly sized for just the two of you? The Brig are coming up trumps in the romance department this Valentine's Day as their unique cocktail experience will have you being served and shaking things up in London's smallest watering hole.

Ayllu is a Peruvian and Japanese fusion restaurant that has 'date night' written all over it. The interiors ooze luxury, along with the impressive plates and cocktails. Their nine-course tasting menu is a great choice if you can't decide what to order; think oysters, tacos, and a beautifully crafted rainbow roll. 

Woo your date at the ultimate plush spot, Disrepute. This Soho haunt is a sexy basement bar that makes you feel like one of the 60s social elite, what with its stunning art deco-style decor, glamorous cocktail list and an oozingly cool playlist of jazz.

Whether you're celebrating Galentine's Day with the bestie or opting for a quirkier activity with your partner, Ballie Ballerson in Shoreditch has you set with their Drunk In Love event. Shimmy on over for its V-Day-inspired menu, boozy ball pit, heart-shaped decor and themed photobooth. It's definitely among the most unusual things to do on Valentine's Day in London for 2025. 

Looking for quirky date ideas this Valentine's Day? Paint a Pic is hosting a bunch of fun classes across the city, where you and your beau will create a work of art, either solo or together. Plus, you can enjoy music and drinks as you develop your masterpiece.

The Murder Express is an award-winning immersive dining experience packed with mystery and immersive theatre. Plus, the four-course menu is from a Michelin star chef, so you can guarantee your special someone a delicious feast.

The New York Bar at The Reubens At The Palace Hotel is a great pick of V-Day destinations, thanks to the fact they're delving out sharing platters alongside Champagne for £145 per couple. Topping it off? Those plush interiors, swoon.

Make your Valentine's Day celebrations extra special by booking a room at one of the most romantic hotels in London. From rooftop bars to swanky restaurants and stylish interiors, you'll find plenty of sultry settings to help keep the fire burning. 

The London Cabaret Club are hosting a Gatsby with Love show this Valentine's Day, with performances on 13th, 14th and 15th February. Expect to be wowed by the themed, immersive show, with bubbles on arrival, three or four courses of gourmet food, half a bottle of wine or Champagne each, and more.

Bored of the bog-standard dinners and rose bouquets? We've got just the ticket. Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Party takes you on a dancing tour of the city. Expect plenty of hilarious commentary, as well as banging tunes, fantastic views of London and the like.

Nothing brings two people together quite like experiencing one of the greatest views in Europe together. The View From The Shard give couples a chance to overlook London from the highest point possible – a sight that's sure to leave you both starry-eyed. 

The Egerton House Hotel are bringing a 'Best of British' afternoon tea to your Valentine's celebrations, promising all your favourites across sweet and savoury dishes between the 10th and 14th of February. The setting is very lavish here too.

Looking for fun events for Valentine's Day in London? SpeedDater is helping singles on their quest for love with its lineup of goings-on, including a romantic wine-tasting evening, a fun single's party and a fantastic gay speed dating session, all of which will introduce you to lovely, like-minded folk.

Contemporary British haunt Smith's Bar & Grill has something extra special in store for Valentine's Day; this exclusive dining experience includes a five-course set menu, glass of Champagne and a live harpist for the ultimate date night priced at just £70. Dishes include pan-fried scallops, truffle tagliatelle and a surprise dessert. 

Looking for free things to do in London for Valentine's Day? Skip the boring ol' dinner dates and take a romantic winter walk through stunning countryside trails and circular paths. We've rounded up the top 10 winter walks in The Big Smoke that will make your heart flutter.

Forget the typical Valentine's Day dinner date and explore London's immersive art exhibitions. From mythical forests at Delight, walking among Van Gogh and Rousseau at Frameless, and even a life-size popcorn room at Dopamine Land, get ready to lose yourself in a world of culture and technology.

Love is in the air, and 100 Wardour St in Soho is the perfect spot to celebrate. With a fancy dinner menu, banging live music, party brunches, and a groovy dancefloor, there's no better place than this stylish venue for a great time with your boo.