Something A Little Different In Liverpool

Take on a thrilling escape room for a fun bonding experience with your mates. You'll get to choose between out-smarting bandits from the Wild West, fleeing a sinking pirate ship or battling ice giants with vikings at its Royal Albert Dock location. 

Paintvine provides the perfect space to get those creative juices flowing. Whether it's sculpting unique dishes, ring holders or candle holders or creating a masterpiece on canvas, there are plenty of ways to get artsy. The best bit? There are happy hour cocktails and much more.

Fancy having some drinks in the clink? Then head to immersive experience Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Six. Don your orange boilersuit, and get ready to sneak contraband past the warden (all while befriending the crooked guards), which will be used to make bespoke concoctions.

For something a little different, you can't go wrong with Albert's Schloss in Liverpool. Count on this Bavarian haunt to give you a good time thanks to its live entertainment roster most nights of the week. Look forward to checking out some live music, cabaret and more, all while tucking into the likes of fondue, currywurst and schnitzels, washed down with pier and signature sips like the bourbon and ginger bier-based Bacchus Barrel. 

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You'll certainly be set to have a good time at Pins Social Club as it boasts an epic roster of entertainment in a flamboyant space. Take in all the glorious acts, or test your shuffleboard, beer pong or pool skills in the games room.

When it comes to unique events, FunnyBoyz Liverpool is always a winner. They host all kinds of quirky things to do at Blundell Supper Club in the Baltic Triangle, ranging from karaoke sessions to Spice Girls-themed discos and their popular Benidorm Bingo event - complete with comedy cabaret, twerk-offs, lip syncing battles and more. Some of their events are even visited by stars of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, and prices start from as little as £3 per person.

Touting theatrical concoctions and sultry interiors, The Alchemist is sure to hit the spot. Venture in during the day for tasty brunch plates, including salt beef Benedict and pancake stacks or check out the a la carte selection come evening, all while exploring the cocktail menu.

Enter a world that combines immersive theatre with a world-class cocktail experience as you enter the heart of a covert liquor operation, led by wanted man Clyde Cassidy. Rub shoulders with fellow outlaws, play card games and refrain from cracking under pressure as the Sheriff questions you. Tickets to Moonshine Saloon Liverpool: Western Cocktail Experience start from £36.50 and include four bespoke tipples, made using your own smuggled-in sports, by top-class mixologists. 

Fronting hundreds of vintage and modern arcade games across multiple floors, ArCains Liverpool is the ideal spot for those nostalgic moments. After a party? Then pop in after 6pm on the weekend, where you can enjoy throwback anthems or cocktails 'til 1am.

How do men in uniform dancing and performing under glowing, bright lights, while you sit front row, sound? If the answer is your ideal evening then you won't want to miss tickets Forbidden Nights Liverpool Ultimate Girls Night Out. Watch buff boys show off their moves from the front row for £40 a person, or nab a fantastic all-round view from the bar for £20 - either way, you'll be able to hit up the afterparty at LEVEL nightclub and bag a chance for a photo that'll make all your friends jealous.

Want to put your aim or reflexes to the test? Then pop on over to Point Blank Shooting Liverpool, where you'll be able to work through a range of cool scenarios solo, or with a team. To top it off, check out the crackin' 2 for £12 cocktail menu. 

Boasting neon signage, New York City vibes and plenty of pool tables, Teddy's is certainly a spot worth visiting in Liverpool. Head to Slater Street, where you can enjoy cool party packages touting drinks deals or just for bespoke cocktails and catch-ups with your closest pals.

Ready to test your aim? Flight Club has given darts a total makeover, bringing six awesome Social Darts games to a seriously stylish bar. Their high-energy multiplayer games are a blast, bringing folks together for some serious fun. Whether you're a dart whiz or a total rookie, everyone's got a chance to hit the bullseye and score big at this awesome hangout.

One of our picks for the best quirky bars in Liverpool city centre, Bierkeller is guaranteed to get you clinking steins and dancing on benches. Not only can you catch lively Oompah bands every week on its popular stage, but there are also live DJ sets for those of you who want to let loose.

Want to become a maki master? Then go to YO! in Liverpool ONE for its sushi-making masterclasses. Each ticket includes a two-hour-long session where you'll learn cool knife skills, and the history of this best-loved dish, all while tasting your creations.

When it comes to unique cocktail bars in Liverpool, most struggle to hide quite as well as the Ex-Directory. Laughing in the face of the conventional door, the bar's entrance can be found in a phone box that's only accessible to those who book online. Once inside? Try out signature sips.

Built around the original features of a Catholic church it's housed in, Alma De Cuba is a vibrant haunt that's perfect for unusual nights out in Liverpool. With the altar, the pews and an idyllic chapel all still intact, you can enjoy samba afternoon tea or brunch events in its cool space.

Unfazed by glitz and glamour, Liverpool's Motel Bar sits on Fleet Street and touts an epic roster of fun-packed events in the industrial-chic space. Whether you're looking for a few low-key bites with pals or dancing 'til the AM to live DJ sets, this Ropewalks hotspot is the place for you.

Wanna do something a lil' outta the box? The Quirky Quarter on Duke Street is a real winner. This venue boasts a boatload of challenging puzzles, cool photo opportunities and interactive activities - making it a top choice for unique antics.