London is a pretty interesting city, but you don't need us to tell you that. From fun activities to immersive adventures, world-famous cocktail bars to themed boozy brunches, there's plenty of unique goings-on that simply must be shared. Whether you're buying for a friend, family member or colleague, go the extra mile and give them something they won't forget with our guide to quirky gift experiences in London.
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Last updated on 18th December 2024
If you're looking to gift someone a quirky experience, Forbiddendog's kinky life-drawing events are not to be missed. They are held at a private member's club in East London in a variety of sumptuously decorated rooms, plus all the materials are included. Expect provocative interaction, indulgent treats and lovely music.
Are you buying for a West End musical fan? Then this is the essential boozy brunch gift experience. Expect five whole hours of non-stop musical theatre hits, performances from some of the industry's biggest stars alongside a two-course brunch and bottomless drinks.
One of the quirkiest gift experiences in London, this voucher to The Candlelight Club will have your mate doing the Charleston in an amazing speakeasy-style setting. Let them go back to the 1920s with handcrafted tipples, delicious dinners and live cabaret all on the agenda for the night.
You're guaranteed to be onto a winner when you give someone a Backyard Comedy Club gift voucher - giving them access to a hilarious show in Bethnal Green. These vouchers can be used for their Thursday, Friday or Saturday night performances, and start from just £10.
Expect to see a lineup of fantastic comedians at these events, ranging from emerging new acts to well-established comics trying out their new material.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Sunday 22nd December 2024
When it comes to quirky gifts, there's nothing quite like an experience. Ditch the unwanted socks and boring cards for something of the immersive variety. At Alcotraz, prisoners will don orange jumpsuits and head to the cells for bespoke cocktails as they avoid the warden.
Snap up a Brixton Brewery Tour and Tasting voucher to treat someone special to an exciting day out. Not only will they enjoy a guided tour of the space, with fun stories thrown in, but also knock back a couple of tasty tipples in the taproom after.
Not sure what to get for the board game lovers in your life? For a unique experience, it has to be a Draughts gift voucher - which can be used at any of their venues. Choose any amount between £15 and £150, to be used on items from their shop, delicious drinks and mouthwatering eats such as Cajun popcorn shrimp, plantain and black bean tacos or a whole lot of burgers.
@ Blackfriars on Various dates from Sunday 22nd December 2024
Give a gift like no other with tickets to StreetHunt Games - The Case of Colombia's Finest. Starting from £16.50 per person, take on the role of a private investigator, then follow the clues guiding you around the city, past iconic landmarks and revealing London's hidden history along the way.
The perfect gift for beer lovers has got to be the Brew Your Own Beer Experience at Mash Paddle Brewery. For £180, you'll get to create roughly 19 litres of your very own tipples, followed by a canning seesion two weeks later after fermentation.
If you're after gift experiences in London for adults, Jury Duty is a brilliant shout. You'll get to play a part in a trial and determine whether the defendant is guilty based on physical evidence, interrogation and much more at this immersive event.
Grab yourself a ball and a putter, as this high-tech mini golf experience is waiting for you across London. Whether you gift this voucher to a friend, colleague or family member, it can be used to play a game, or buy food and drinks at the venue.
Gift a quirky immersive adventure that combines escape room thrills with modern technology for an unrivalled experience. This voucher will allow entry for a group of four to take part in one of AIM Escape's four adrenaline-pumping spaces.
A sleek speakeasy in Soho, Opium is a quirky gift experience for those who love a secret bar. Treat someone to dinner and drinks here, and they'll be able to stuff their chops with delicious dim sum, washed down with illicit sips in vintage-inspired surroundings.
After a unique London gift voucher experience? This ultimate speedboat ride takes you whizzing around the Thames, gawping at landmarks and reaching speeds of up to 35mph. Otherwise, attend a late session with sunset views and gin to boot.
@ Moonshine Saloon on Sunday 22nd December 2024 and 5 other dates
Inventive Productions have given London some of the most unique cocktail experiences in the city, and now? You can gift an immersive adventure to a loved one. From drinking in a prison to knocking back liquor with cowboys, this is a must for those that like a little extra with their drink.
If you want to gift someone special with a one-of-a-kind experience in London, and a voucher to The Magic Hour. They'll be in awe of the close-up performances such as sleight of hand, misdirection and mind-reading, all within the wood-panelled room at Sheraton Grand Park Lane.
From mountainous burgers and big beats to epic bowling lanes, the All Star Lanes brand knows how to go big. If you want someone to share the fun with? Book them a gift experience for two at this quirky and active spot located all over London, from Stratford to Holborn, Shepherd's Bush and Shoreditch.
Nothing gets quirker than Ballie Ballerson in Soho and Shoreditch. This nostalgic, big kids' playground has a huge ball pit, where you'll be able to throw some shapes and play around. And to top it off? You can also use this voucher on the epic selection of cocktails.
Know someone who loves Burlesque shows, or even wants to get involved themselves? Give them the gift of a House Of Burlesque voucher, redeemable at several venues across London for any of their performances or classes.
Looking to gift a night out surrounded by extraordinary elixirs and boozy pours? This voucher for The Last Tuesday Society is to spend at their curious absinthe parlour and cocktail bar, for a whole world of fun with the most unusual spirits.
If you're buying for a chocolate lover? The Chocolate Cocktail Club is a top quirky gift experience. The menu of signature mixes includes white chocolate, salted caramel and chocolate espresso, choccy G&Ts and chocolate shots served in edible glasses.
Looking for a fun gift for music lovers? The Sounds Familiar Music Quiz voucher is the perfect choice. From £10, it unlocks quiz nights packed with singalongs, trivia, and great vibes in Angel or the West End.
A night of challenges and chart-toppers awaits, whether they're competing or just enjoying the show.
Treat that special someone with a night out at one of London's coolest spots, the internationally-inspired MAP Maison. The cafe and cocktail lounge offers everything from delicious small plates and expertly-crafted concoctions to DJ nights and groovy music events.
Searching for something a little quirky? Then be sure to treat that special someone to a Funicular Productions Show Voucher at The Murder Express. This gift will include a luxury immersive dining experience onboard a stunning carriage, in their cool Shoreditch location.
The talented actors will immerse you in the show, set in the early 20th century when trains were just beginning to become more widespread. What's more, you'll enjoy a three-course meal from a Michelin-starred chef.
@ The Castle Tooting on Various dates from Sunday 22nd December 2024
Whether they're a whizz in the kitchen, or don't know a scone from a bagel, it's nay bother at The Big London Bake. One of the city's most sought-after cooking experiences, this quirky day out is the ideal gift experience for those who love a culinary challenge.
Voted the best bar in the world on more than just the one occasion, Nightjar is the perfect gift for someone that likes a cocktail or three. Producing bespoke mixes and serving them in unusual ways, this place offers a night that special someone certainly won't forget.
