Fun Things To Do For Couples In London

There's a new sheriff in town and he's none to happy about all this boozing. Head over to East London for Moonshine Saloon's immersive experience that will throw you into the mad, bad and dangerous world of the Wild West.

Get your cook on at The Big Bakes. Expect to take part in a number of testing challenges in order to find out who London's best bakers are. Beat your competition in an immersive battle of all things sweet and prove all the nay-sayers wrong. 

Searching for fun events in London? Treat your other half to plenty of going-ons at Barrio, complete with tropical drinks and scrumptious grub. You can choose from musical bingo, bottomless brunches and plenty more at this always buzzing watering hole.

Treat your beau to some fabulous events with The Five Points Brewing Co. This Hackney hotspot boasts 18 lines of Five Points beers and guest brews. Plus, it's home to a cool range of things to do, including top-notch beer tastings and tours. Need we say more?

Put your relationship to the ultimate test with this new premium escape room experience. AIM Escape combines cutting edge technology with unique storylines and stunning spaces to test your logic to the max. Will it be #relationshipgoals, or will you find yourself trapped forever?

Taking place in London, The Boat Show Comedy Club has a fantastic lineup of comedians and events. Expect the likes of Cally Beaton, Paddy Young and many more all while cruising down the Thames and sipping on a drink.

Looking for date ideas? House of Burlesque in the West End is hosting a brilliant roster of events called Speakeasy and Burlesque Idol. You can also pop along for a bit of pre-dinner cabaret or even stay for an evening of dancing.

Experience the allure of the past at The Milestone Hotel and Residences with their opulent furnishings and exceptional cuisine. The hotel's prime location, right across from Kensington Palace and Gardens, makes it an ideal choice for tourists and locals alike. It's the perfect spot for romantic dinners, afternoon teas or even Sunday roasts.

Seductive and special, our pick of romantic restaurants will have you winning this date night. You don't have to blow your budget to enjoy a suitably candle-lit and sultry feast in the city, and we're here to show you the way to saucy supper-ville. From Art Deco-inspired French spots in the heart of the capital to glowing red speakeasy with three floors of cocktails and dim sum delights, you'll find it all here. 

In a city known for its diverse stand-up scene, we're helping you round up the very best. From quirky immersive nights packed with laughs to the coolest places to catch some rising talent, these are our top picks for comedy nights in London.

Four Quarters is a great shout for a fun and easygoing activity for couples in London. Whether you're competing on their retro arcade games, bopping to their funky playlist or grabbing a drink at their speakeasy dive bar, you're sure to have a top time.

Looking to impress your sweetie? Brixton Brewery is coming in hot with an epic event, complete with a tasting and tour. Explore the brewery as experts show you how the good stuff is made and if that wasn't enough, there will be a taster session in the taproom.

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One of the most sought-after night out activities in London, Ballie Ballerson is all about good old fashioned fun, and a few fruity cocktails to boot. Throw yourselves into one of their huge ball pits in Shoreditch for the ultimate play date.

For a date night with a difference, look no further than the fantastic shows on offer at Proud Cabaret City. Sit back and enjoy a mesmerising performance from a series of talented artists, whether you're attending their elusive secret burlesque society experience or heading to the sultry circus-themed cabaret expose - both of which have the option to add on a mouthwatering two-course meal.

Great for a casual date night in London, this White City bar brings you food, drinks and a couple of rounds of staunch competition, courtesy of their state-of-the-art virtual golfing set-up. Join Puttshack for old fashioned fun with a high-tech finish.

Spruce up that borin ol' date night with The Murdér Express. This awesome event will involve top-notch entertainment, a mystery, and a fabulous four-course menu from Great British Menu winner and Michelin star chef Niall Keeting.

Featuring a lineup of side-splitting acts, from up-and-coming hits to TV stars, The Covent Garden Comedy Club is not to be missed. Taking place at Freemasons Arms, it offers you and your beau a fantastic date night filled with belly laughs.

When it comes to events in Shepherd's Bush, it doesn't get better than The Mind of Moriarty: Live Escape Experience. The adventure features an innovative mix of digital media, showcasing iconic scenes from Sherlock as well as mind-bending puzzles.

Marilyn: The Exhibition is a one-of-a-kind experience, found in London Bridge. This gallery gives you an exclusive chance to get a glimpse into her private world, with more than 250 artefacts originating from her personal estate.

These items have been in storage for over 40 years, and now belong to the exclusive private collection of Ted Stampfer. This is the largest collection of its kind in the whole world, and you can see it for as little as £27 per person.

One of the best comedy nights for couples in London, Backyard Comedy Club in East London brings together some of the freshest new stand-ups in the biz every Thursday, Friday and Saturday to give you more than a few giggles.

Head to Canary Wharf where Electric Shuffle is serving up one of the best activities for couples in London. The retro spot specialises in all thing shuffleboard, putting a modern twist on the pastime with the help of bottomless pizza, drinks and colourful interiors.

If you're a pair who love nothing more than munching through fromage while sipping vino, then these cheese and wine masterclasses at Vagabond are sure to fit the bill for your next date night. You'll get to try five of each while oggling your other half across the table.

Bounce London's unrivalled championship of all things balls and booze is the perfect place to challenge or team up with your other half. Give a game of epic ping pong a go for your next fun couples night out in London. 

Nothing beats a classic who dunnit and nothing brings a couple closer together than solving a murder (that is a saying, right?). This is why we've brought together the best murder mystery events in the city, from an immersive four-course dinner located on a train to a deadly cruise, there's heaps of deceit and crimes taking place around you (paired with cocktails, of course). 

Crack out the flares and pop on your platforms for one of Rivoli Ballroom's Rouges disco and funk events. The party pros will be spinning non-stop anthems from the 70s and 80s for you and your partner in crime to dance to throughout the night.

Looking for a little crazy golf action this season? plonk is the day-glo putting experience you won't want to miss. Grab the gang and head over to your nearest course for holes, hilarity and even a few bevs along the way.

When it comes down to fun things to do for couples, Amelies, Cecelia's, Angeliques, Maltby Street Wine House and Clemence Bar are sure to hit the spot with the brunch event for two. Taking place every Saturday, these shindigs include sharing charcuterie platters loaded with cheese, chocolate, meats and caviar.

Whether you choose fine wine dinners with insights from top producers or a chance to get into the kitchen with the award-winning chef himself, Theo Randall at The Intercontinental Park Lane is a great place for couples. Plus, every event is complete with amazing food from the restaurant.

The London Cabaret Club is a fab shout if you're after something a little different with your sweetheart. Enjoy an amazing dining experience, complete with a killer cabaret show. Expect fun themes such as British heritage and Copacabana.

What better way to spend time with your other half than learning a new skill? Over at YO!'s Sushi School, enjoy a unique cooking class where you'll learn how to prepare some of your favourite dishes. Think maki, Cali rolls, sashimi and more, with plenty of snacks and drinks to keep you fuelled up throughout.

A charming hidden spot, your own private bartender, all the drinks you could want within an hour... meet The Brig: London's smallest bar. Nestled within Merchant House, this private boozer can be hired out for 2-4 people and is a must for special occasions.

Want to try something a little different with your other half? Then head to Mr Fogg's in Soho for a Victorian-themed gin tasting and masterclass. Your £58 per person ticket will secure you a refreshing G&T on arrival, before taking part in a secretive class that'll teach you all about the history of this juniper-infused spirit. The expert mixologists will whip up four bespoke blends in front of you, before trying your hand at making one of your own, which you'll get to enjoy in The Hat Tavern upstairs.

It doesn't get more romantic than Sky Garden, a rooftop wonder inside the Walkie-Talkie over in the City of London. Plus, the venue has put together a fantastic selection of events that are perfect for amazing dates. Live music sessions in the evening? Check. Sunrise breakfasts? Absolutely. There's even some yoga sessions if you fancy doing something a little more active while still enjoying the view.

Spend a love-filled day at the beach with a trip to The Montague on the Gardens' award-winning beach bar. The seasonal pop-up is back for another summer, bringing with it sandy shores, themed decor, tasty drinks and mouthwatering food to impress your beau.

For a date night to remember, head down to tropical paradise Laki Kane in Islington. Not only do they offer tasty Thai cuisine and quirky drinks, but you can also take part in a fun rum or cocktail making class with your other half. Even better? These guys have teamed up with Double Tree Hilton to offer discounted overnight stays and experiences galore.

Looking for fun events with your other half? The Exhibit in Balham is quite the quirky place to be. Enjoy quiz nights and open mic events with your sweetie or unleash your artsy side with a drink in hand at their life drawing and naked brunch.

Firmdale Hotels is a brilliant shout if you're after fun screenings with your sweetheart. Cuddle up and watch films such as The Fabelmans, Puss In Boots, and Creed III while sipping on a complimentary drink. In addition, you can upgrade to a three-course meal and glass of bubbly for a romantic dinner.

For adventurous couples, Avora: A New-World Cocktail Experience is the ideal date night destination. Brought to you from the masterminds behind Alcotraz and Moonshine Saloon, the immersive cocktail bar has laid down its roots at Roscorp Laboratories in Hoxton and is inviting you on a mission beyond your wildest imagination. Sport a purpose-built jumpsuit, receive your instructions from Dr C. Shelly and enter a land laced with mythical foliage and peculiar substances. Tickets start from £42.50 and include three complimentary bespoke tipples across 105 minutes of game play.

Let's be honest, The Rosemary Branch Theatre is a bit of an all-rounder. Not only is it a fantastic pub with delicious food and an excellent selection of libations, but it also hosts all kinds of performances. Whether you're on the hunt for theatre or comedy (or even a bit of puppetry), they've got you covered.

Grab your beau for a romantic evening at The Candlelight Club. Enter this top-secret drinking den, where you'll be able to clink glasses of Champers, all before digging into a tasty three-course meal. And while you're eating? There will be immersive jazz and cabaret going on.

It's time to strike with these besties - check out our pick of the best bowling alleys in the city and book your spot now for your next outing together. Who doesn't love a bit of competitive, flirty fun; with lanes fronting American-style diners and haunts adorned with neon graffiti, there's plenty of places to choose from. 

Situated in Canary Wharf, Fairgame is an excellent place for a night out with your other half. Get stuck into funfair games such as Whac-A-Mole, Shoot The Clown and much more all while sipping on cocktails or wolfing down street food.

Whether it's a first date, a second or one hundredth, hitting up a low-lit bar in the city is always a good idea when it comes to hanging out with your partner. Fortunately, our city has a fine selection of haunts, some of which even made the world's best list. Check out our guide featuring West-based wine bars, quirky speakeasies and sky-high sips boasting sunsets galore. 

Camden Town Brewery are bringing you pint-filled tour of hop-fuelled fun. The beer pros are giving you a glimpse behind the curtain at how their beloved bevs are made, complete with a few samples along the way and heaps of interesting facts.

Hosted by Curtain Call in Shoreditch, Lost in Light is a fantastic immersive experience brought to you by Squidsoup and world-renowned DJ Four Tet. The fantastic performance involves the audience in its magic through creative use of light and sound, costing £23 per person for an hour-long session.

If you're on the hunt for things to do come date night, Shuffleboard Bar London is a fun shout. Not only does the venue knock up some seriously delicious pizzas, but it also boasts arcade machines, shuffleboard and pool.

For a laid-back date night in London, head to Signature Brew Blackhorse Road where craft ales and tasty wings reign supreme. The modern taproom and working brewery boasts a huge outdoor terrace, with live music throughout the week.

Grab your beau and make your way to The Last Talisman for their mouthwatering eats and fun events. Their private events space, Mala Madre is a unique haven for cocktail aficionados. You can expect world-class cocktails with a tequila, pisco, and rum twist, all served in a stylish and comfy lounge bar. Yes, please.

Learn how to make your very own gin with London Bridge Distillery School's boozy experience. Receive a welcome drink, followed by a guided masterclass on the curation process, plus tastings. Create your very own spirit from 24 specially selected botanicals with your beau, then take a 50cl bottle each home with you.

For fun date night activities in Greenwich or Oxford Street and Wandsworth, make sure to check out Boom Battle Bar. Ideal for couples, this joint boasts a selection of cracking games, from axe throwing to crazy golf, alongside a mouthwatering menu of food and cocktails.

If this sweet food wasn't romantic enough already, how about consuming cocoa in tipple form by hitting up The Chocolate Cocktail Club in Farringdon for your next date night? Learn all the tips and tricks behind the bar as you're guided by experts on how to make your own two drinks, or book yourself a spot for an incredibly indulgent afternoon tea. And if you're keen to have a few sips? With a menu packing The Chocotini (£10.50) and a Chocolate Espresso Martini (£10.50), that's totally possible.

If you fancy trying something a little different for your next date night in Central London, give Silent Sounds' boat party a go. This bad boy takes you along the River Thames, where you can soak up the stunning views, as well as enjoy banging tunes and tasty tipples aplenty.

Paint a Pic are providing you and your beau with a fun and creative hands-on afternoon. A great activity for couples in London, this session will have you both letting your creativity run wild and enjoying a few tipples from the bar.

Looking for a romantic spot to take your partner as the nights get colder? Then check out The Winter Gin Garden on the rooftop of Ham Yard Hotel, transformed into a cosy space complete with blankets, in collaboration with Sipsmith.

They're whipping up all sorts of warming cocktails like the Hot Chocolata or a fiery ginger toddy, which you can pair with fire-cooked eats such as soy-glazed mushroom skewers and toasted s'mores.

Located in Fitzrovia, Monopoly Lifesized is a grand shout if you're on the hunt for big kid date activities. The venue features nods to the actual board game such as quirky escape room challenges. Their restaurant serves up themed food and drink from the board game universe too like Mr. Monopoly's decadent millionaire cheesecake.

There's nothing quite like healthy competition in a relationship and Swingers can help you out in that regard. Expect two 9-hole crazy golf courses, three amazing street food vendors, five cocktail bars and a two-storey clubhouse to schmooze in afterwards.

Couples that get scared together stay together, and there's nothing scarier than the terrifying ghostly underbelly of London. Using the latest in paranormal detection equipment, you'll be looking for ghosts and poltergeists in places of murder, plague pits and abandoned prison cells.

Want to really knock your date's socks off? Treat them to an evening of astonishment at one of The Magic Hour's epic live shows. Taking place at Sheraton Grand Park Lane or Andaz London, this intimate performance will see you come closer to the tricks than ever before, with an element of mind reading too.

Have you and your partner got what it takes to solve Escape the Power Cut? Found at Control Room B in Battersea Power Station, you'll be given 90 minutes to crack the code, while sipping on two complimentary cocktails created specially for you, all for £55.

If you want to take your date night drinks or dinner up a notch, then Albert's Schloss is the place to book. With nightly entertainment, ranging from special guests sharing their record collection to wild cabaret acts and evenings where the house band plays twists on your favourite tunes alongside promenaders and DJs, there's something for everyone. Better yet, you can tuck into alpine food and German beers or riffs on classic cocktails while you're at it.

For those out-of-the-box couples activities, head along to Mr Fogg's Treasure Hunt or Cocktail Experiments in Mayfair. At this drinks-fuelled event, you'll fill out a medical questionnaire to find your preferred prescription, all before making your very own colour-changing concoctions together.

Have you and your partner always dreamed of seeing Hamilton live on the West End? Well now you can, starting from as little as £25 per person. This award-winning musical by Lin Manuel Miranda has been celebrated all over the world, telling the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton through a compilation of rap, hip hop, jazz and blues.

Mamma Mia! How can you resist securing tickets to this feel-good show together? Set on a Greek island to the soundtrack of ABBA, this fantastic musical tells the story of Sophie and her quest to find out who her father is before her wedding day. Unbeknown to her mother, she has invited the three unsuspecting candidates to potentially give her way - but there can only be one. One thing's for sure though, you'll be singing gimme gimme gimme long into the night after watching this vibrant extravaganza at the Novello Theatre. 

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived - we all know the story of the man behind the wives, but what of their own tales? This is where Six The Musical comes in as creators Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss welcome you to the histo-remix. From pop princesses to alternative Tudor queens, watch as the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic at the Vaudeville Theatre to share their stories in outfits that rival the likes of Dua Lipa's.

Sky-high views? Swoon. What could be more romantic than looking out over the big city together, cocktail in hand? Check out our guide to some of the best views in the capital from iconic haunts like Sky Garden to pretty rooftop bars such as Madison, where St Paul's is only a mere blink away. From East to West, we've got your date night sorted. 

Dive into the wild world of Netflix's hit show at Phoenix Theatre's Stranger Things: The First Shadow. This electrifying new journey, cooked up by an award-winning crew, takes theatrical storytelling and stagecraft to the next level, transporting you back to the roots of the Stranger Things story – and maybe even spilling the beans on how it all wraps up.

Looking for an enriching experience with your other half or a fruitful date taking in some art? We're here to help out with our guide to cultural activities that are not only pretty romantic but pretty fruitful, too. How about roaming around the Barbican and checking out its lush conservatory? Or getting all up in the bone department with a visit to the Natural History Museum? Whatever tickles your fancy, you'll find it here. 

Get up-close and personal with world-famous works of art, only at London's Frameless. This one-of-a-kind experience will see you interacting with masterpieces, digitally remastered to engulf the entire room, combined with surround sound for a fully immersive journey though the art of Monet, Dalí, Van Gogh, Munch and more. 

Take your partner to tee off at some of the world's best golf courses, without having to leave the country. One of the city's best immersive experiences, Entertainment Golf is a quirky date idea for couples who love their sport.