Days Out in London

Nothing says more fun than an adults-only playground in Canary Wharf, kitted out with an array of nostalgic, reinvented fairground classics. Fairgame has all of that and more, with innovative wristband technology that logs your scores for you on a virtual leaderboard. And better yet, tickets start from just £15. 

Try shooting balls in Alley Hoops, racing in the Final Furlong and raising Gran's cupboards in Pantry Pandemonium before tucking into some delicious pizza from Rudy's, Crispie Fried Chicken Sliders from Burger & Beyond or Taco Collective's signature bites. Plus, there are inventive signature cocktails like a popcorn old fashioned or the fizz and floss.

Looking for a unique experience for your next day out? Over at DNA VR's locations in Camden, Battersea and Hammersmith, you'll be transported into a different world using cutting-edge technology. Play games, travel through time and more.

The ultimate photo-op just so happens to be one of the best places for a fun day out in London – and nights too. Let loose and embrace your inner big kid with a trip to the Shoreditch haunt where you'll find brightly coloured ball bits, fruity cocktails and banging beats.

In the early hours of the 2nd of September 1666, London awoke to flames that would reshape its skyline forever. Now, centuries later, visitors can relive the drama and devastation on this guided walking tour through the city's charred past.

Hosted by knowledgeable Heritage Guides, the Great Fire of London Tour explores the fiery path of destruction from Pudding Lane to Smithfield, revealing haunting tales and historic landmarks along the way. As you follow the route of the blaze, you'll discover how a simple spark became a citywide catastrophe, and how London rose - literally - from the ashes. 

Craving a fun day out with pals? Then head on over to Gravity Wandsworth. Touting a boatload of immersive games, such as augmented-reality bowling to shuffleboard and street golf, you won't run out of cool things to do here. As for grub? Enjoy noodles from Oishii Oishii.

Fun things to do in London? Hip Hop Brunch has got you covered. Indulge in an afternoon filled with a three-course feast, bottomless cocktails, an amazing soundtrack and R&B karaoke – what else could you need?

If you're on the hunt for something fun to do in London, you'll definitely want to check out Beer Tours With Des De Moor's many events. Their evenings come complete with delish tastings, microbrewery and heritage walking tours and much more.

Want to know more about the life of Marilyn Monroe? This brand new exhibition can be found in London Bridge, showcasing over 250 artefacts from the exclusive private collection of Ted Stampfer, the largest exhibition of its kind in the world.

You'll get to learn all about the star through this collection, originating from her personal estate. Many of these items have been in storage for over 40 years, so it's a unique opportunity to see them. And the best part is, tickets start from as little as £27 each.

When you're in need of a fun day out in London with family or friends, Babylon Park has your back. From bookable rooms for karaoke to two whole floors of fairground rides and games, this place has all you need to enjoy an amusement park whatever the weather.

From Potter-themed tours and cheese crawls to hilarious quiz nights, See Your City is providing something for everyone with its vast array of London-based experiences. Choose the event for you and enjoy a great day of exploring and eating.

With various darts-themed bars across the capital, and the UK for that matter, Flight Club are a sure bet for fun things to do in London. Head to one of the fairground-themed spots for their weekend brunch socials that'll see you scoring bullseyes and sipping on bottles of fizz.

A no-brainer for fun days out for couples in London, QUEENS: Skate-Bowl-Dine - as the name suggests - has it all. Whether you fancy pirouetting around an ice rink, scoring strikes on one of the twelve lanes or tucking into a selection of delicious MEATliquor treats, you can do it here.

Calling all board game fanatics: Draughts is the place for you. As well as housing 1000s of classic and new titles, the Waterloo bar and restaurant, and its Hackney sister, are pouring up a number of craft beers and cocktails.

Handily located just a hop, skip and a jump away from London Bridge, Vinegar Yard is undoubtedly one of the most popular food halls around. Spend a summery day tucking into street eats on the extensive terrace or head inside where the party continues up to the chic cocktail bar.

An entertaining and quirky cooking competition, The Big London Bake has got it all sorted - they're supplying the ingredients, the marquee and a changing monthly theme. All you have to do is bring some creativity and prepare to race against the clock to create a masterpiece. 

Enjoy a fabulous day of crazy golf at Swingers' seaside promenade-themed paradise. The West End hangout has two theatrical bars and a wooden boardwalk of street food if you should get thirsty or hungry.

Hilarious comedy nights, an on-site taproom, a gin yard and a pizzeria are all up for grabs at The Four Thieves. Plus, they've also got tonnes of retro arcade cabinets, as well as state-of-the-art VR, for those of you looking for some hands-on entertainment.