Fun Activities for Big Kids in London

16 person foosball, huge slices of pizza and vintage video games; sounds like the ultimate big kid experience, right? Pizza Pilgrims are offering that and more in their new Canary Wharf-based site. The famous pizza chain have made a name for themselves by creating stunning Neapolitan pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients around.

Get ready to be bamboozled as you spend the evening just inches away from some of the world's most impressive sleight of hand. The Magic Hour's legendary lineup includes feats of impossible and mind-reading tricks that will leave you mesmerised for days after.

Ballie Ballerson is a haven for re-living those days spent at soft play centres. Once the weekend rolls around, you can sip on bottomless prosecco, porn star martinis and chomp on unlimited pizza before plunging head-first into a ball pit, or head along one evening for some midweek fun.

How's this for a fun rainy day activity? Navrtar is a unique immersive VR experience and bar that allows you to shoot zombies in their hoardes and prevent full-blown alien takeovers, all from the heart of Ealing. It's an essential voyage for big kids across London. 

Nothing sums up a big kids' day out more than combining VR tech with a pint and the arcade. You'll get an out-of-this-world experience with Interactive Pro Gaming in Battersea: a virtual reality experience in the pub. What's not to like?

Easily one of the best nights out for London's big kid contingent, Dabbers is the bonkers bingo experience that's helping you unleash your inner child. From open-air and virtual sessions to full-blown bottomless brunches, these quirky events are perfect for birthdays, hen dos and team get-togethers.

Unleash your inner child with BucketRace. The brand hosts all kinds of fun games and activities, including brilliant scavenger hunts that sends you on the hunt for hidden gems all over London, as well as cracking online quizzes and more.

If you fancy a night of kidulting over in Mayfair. Red Wolf VR Gaming Centre should be your next port of call. Not only is it decked out with quirky interiors, but it also features all kinds of brilliant activities and a well-stocked bar to boot.

Unleash your inner sugar monster this season with a trip to Notting Hill bakery Biscuiteers. The West London venue will have you icing up your very own cookies based around a range of themes, from Christmas to alpine scenes.

Swing on over to Battersea to try your hand at an undeniably fun game of mini golf. Perfectly placed in South London, this expertly-designed quirky course takes you through cascades, slopes and rockeries with pretty canopies hanging overhead. 

Put that roller skating stamina to the test at North London's favourite new activity bar. Head to Palmers Green where Roller Nation offers a full size skate rink, full-stocked bar and diner offering some seriously good burgers.

Step off the streets of London and enter the thrilling world of the Wild West at the Moonshine Saloon. This immersive experience in a secret location will have you become a butt-kicking cowboy as you sip on cocktails and attempt to make a fortune from smuggling moonshine. 

When life gets tough? We find it's best to escape to an entirely different reality. And that's where DNA VR comes in. Their epic games range from underwater adventures to haunted hospitals and murderous zombies - with venues both in Camden and Hammersmith.

A quirky experience designed for two, DARKFIELD is an audio performance that can be enjoyed by you and one other at home. Sit across from one another, pop in your headphones and prepare to be immersed into a creepy and unnerving soundscape.

Video games and pizza reign supreme at London's first dedicated video game and e-sports bar and restaurant. Grab your team and head down to take on Mario Kart, FIFA and plenty more with the loser picking up the tab. 

Gather the gang and head over to South Bank where Between The Bridges is ready and waiting with a whole range of fun hands-on activities. Get your clubs at the ready for a round of crazy golf, spend a night with DJs the likes of Gilles Peterson and Norman Jay MBE or try something a little different with a round of Tejo - Colombia's national game.

This is the ultimate golfing playground for big kids in London, offering state-of-the-art gameplay in wacky surroundings. Join Plonk for a round of golf and get a little competitive on a quirky date, birthday treat or fun day out in London. 

Head over to Deptford where Badger Badger is bringing you a stunning selection of board games to get involved with. With hundreds of options to choose from, they're giving you three hours of playtime for just a fiver, alongside fresh pints and pan-Asian bites.

It's not just the big kids down in South London who get to enjoy Four Quarters, the second venue has just opened in East London in Hackney Wick. The new bar is near the Queen Elizabeth Victoria Memorial Park and has the same fun mix of arcade games and craft beer as the original.

TOCA Social is a one-of-a-kind football experience at The O2. Flex your footie skills by challenging your mates to shoot offs, before delving into a lip-smacking selection of food and drink. Plus, there's foosball, arcade games and photobooths to keep big kids entertained for hours. 

The ultimate in London's old-school activities, The Four Quarters' games room is packed with arcade games such as Pac Man, Asteroids and Space Invaders. Throw in a hot selection of craft beer - because you're actually a grown-up - and you've got yourself a hilarious night in South London.

Re-live your youth with a night of booze, burgers and board games. Grab some mates and forget about work tomorrow as you take on Jenga, Risk and Monopoly, just make sure not to ruin it by flipping the board. 

After a long day of being a grown-up at work, unleash your inner kid at this unique technology-meets-shuffleboard experience. Electric Shuffle is a fun social activity with a unique spin on the classic game, with two unique venues found in Canary Wharf and London Bridge.  

The ultimate night out for big, beer-loving kids, this Bermondsey hangout comes decked out in pool tables, foosball, shuffleboards and ping pong. Head over for the chance to challenge your friends over steins of traditional German beer and tasty street food.

Looking for an outdoor activity in London? The Secret City offers a series of treasure hunt adventures, perfect for any young at heart Londoner. You'll race around the city, following clues that have been sent to your phone and discovering new and hidden areas.

Grab your broomsticks and take to Soho's Wizard Exploratorium for a day of wand-making and more. Set over five floors, this unusual spot is transporting you into a magical world from the minute you step through the door. And with a tonne of fun events on offer, you're never scarce of things to do.

Swingers is a playground for big kids in London, where you can play on two of their 9-hole crazy golf courses, all while enjoying three incredible street food vendors, five cocktail bars, and a two-storey clubhouse.

With bowling, karaoke, ping pong, pool and everything else you need for a great night out, the Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is one of the top picks for big kids in London. Grab some of their tasty cocktails and get ready to run amok at one of the funnest bars in the city.

Ever wanted to step inside a video game? Well now is your chance as Electronic Theatre has launched in the heart of London. An immersive social experience, you and your mates can take on adventures in digital rooms aka LightBoxes, where you'll feel like you're a part of the game. 

Bored of darts? Had it with shuffleboard? Then try this activity from Pinbowlz that's taken Hackney by storm. A bit of an innovative twist on a retro game, you'll throw balls into score zones to win points. While you do so? Enjoy intergalactic drinks and nostalgic snacks.

Growing up isn't always easy, but you know what is? Having fun. Join Bounce for buckets full of the stuff as not only are they toting a cool UV vibe alongside craft beers and cocktails aplenty, they're upping your game with ping pong tables aplenty.

Whether you fancy becoming a spy for the day or stepping into the world of Assassin's Creed, clueQuest is one fun venue for big kids in London that can't be slept on. Enjoy hours of thrills at these unique experiences in Kings Cross.

Promising something that's a little different from your average escape room, AIM is a premium experience with four thrilling rooms of puzzle solving to get stuck into. Expect a thrilling combination of immersion, and technology at this quirky activity. 

Brought to you by the team behind Mac & Wild, Smoky Barrels is the virtual reality experience that's replicating hunting in the Scottish Highlands. Think tweed outfits, tasty plates, craft beers, cocktails and plenty more.

We don't know about you, but bowling at a birthday party used to come as standard when we were kids. Relive the good times, but with alcohol and burgers to boot, as All Star Lanes promise wild nights of strikes and shots aplenty. 

Who said gaming was just for kids? Over at Electric Gamebox, one of the best immersive experience centres in Wandsworth, you'll be thrown into another reality using motion sensors, surround sound and more, where you'll be the star of your own adventure.

Remember the days of thriving on Crash Bandicoot and Mario? They're still here, and this time you can enjoy them with some of the best cocktails in London. Join Simmons as they provide retro gaming and fun in their bar alongside some of the best happy hours in the business.

Battersea's hottest spot for Londoners looking to relive their youth is The Four Thieves, a pub that's packed to the rafters with craft beer, gin and most importantly games. From remote control car racing through to arcade games and ping pong, there's enough here to keep you out of trouble.

Fancy yourself as a gaming wiz? Head to Hyper Reality this winter and you'll get the incredible opportunity to explore everything in twos hours. From riding rollercoasters to chasing high scores and exploring new worlds, this is the ultimate adventure for London's big kids.

Sushi meets sports games at this unique Soho eatery. Chow down on some of the finest Asian tapas in the area while you get your kicks from their selection of consoles including PS4s, Wiis and even a classic Atari.

Looking to escape the mundane every day of London's drizzly climes? Look no further than Otherworld - a space-age VR arcade in the heart of Haggerston. Step into one of the immersion booths and take on one of 16 challenges, before cooling off with a bespoke cocktail in the futuristic cocktail bar.

Head down to big kids playground The Bat and Ball for the ultimate night out of ping pong, pool and private karaoke. Treat yourself to some Neapolitan-style pizzas afterwards, all washed down with an array of boozy offerings, at this Stratford Westfield watering hole.

Not your average Central London bar, Clays offers you a fun, interactive experience. Head over to enjoy a competitive game of clay target shooting, all on their huge 4K screens. And when you're not playing? There is all kinds of delicious food and drink that you can get stuck into.

Having already conquered Shoreditch, the brilliant fun Flight Club is heading over to Bloomsbury, Victoria and Islington to open more venues. Complete with all the same hilarity, expect games, cocktails, brunch, pizza and one of the best meeting places in central London.

If you're a big kid looking for fun things to do in London, head on over to No Escape in Aldgate or Oxford Street. Take on a terrifying themed activity, with horrifying rooms inspired by demon barbers and terrifying toy shops.

Ditch boring old school bingo in favour of something a little more thrilling... Hijingo is bringing its unique high-stakes version of the classic pastime to the heart of Shoreditch. Head here for state-of-the-art gameplay, live hosts, massive prizes and plenty more. 

Let your inner child out with a singing sesh at London's hottest karaoke club. Not only are there 10 rooms for all sorts of capacities, but there's even live DJs come the weekend and a mouthwatering cocktail list each and every day. What more could you want?

Zip along the River Thames like James Bond in a high-power speedboat. You'll zoom past iconic landmarks with an educated guide as you blast a soundtrack of top hits. To top off the evening, you'll be greeted back to land with a refreshing cocktail courtesy of London Cocktail Club.  

The ultimate destination for big kids, Puttshack is the latest project from the team behind Bounce. Bringing you tasty food, great drinks and a cool social hub, it's also home to one of the most insane crazy golf courses in London.

Hop Kingdom is a unique space just five minutes from London Bridge. Whether you're booking a birthday party, gig, exhibition or any kind of event that springs to mind, make use of this skate park, bar and venue that'll cater to your inner child. 

Are you a big kid that wants to zoom through London your very own e-bike or scooter? Now's your chance as these unique tours will teach you plenty about the city as you ride through Angel and Barbican or past the Royal Albert Hall and Kensington.

A fun activity that'll have you running around London while taking quirky snaps in odd places, Game of Stones is a must for big kids. Perfect for you and your bubble to let of a little steam, the event will also task you to work out riddles and crack clues.

Take your foosball skills to a whole new level at this unmissable hub of activities for big kids in London. Located in Islington, Foosball Club has world-class tables for you and your mates to play on, alongside a wide choice of craft beer and pizza to keep you refreshed between games. 

We all love a healthy dose of friendly competition, which is exactly why Entertainment Golf is one of London's best activities for big kids. Take on some of the world's best golf courses from Greenwich, where the outdoor spot boasts stunning views and plenty of tasty refreshments from the onsite restaurant.

Nothing says 'big kid' quite like a night at the nets, going head-to-head against your mates to see who's the finest cricketer. Activity bar Sixes in Fulham and Fitzrovia offer just that and more, with cricket galore, plenty of booze at the bar and mountains of comfort food.

Live out your inner Hot Wheels fantasies by heading to London's ultimate go-karting experience. You'l get to drive round 800 metres of multilevel track while battling it out to gain the top spot on the podium, it's sure to be one adrenaline-fulled adventure. 

A bar in London brimming with more activities than you could imagine, QUEENS Skate Dine Bowl has a world of fun under its roof. From bowling and an arcade to an ice rink hosting skate nights, curling and more, you've got no excuse of getting bored here.

Shoreditch Balls is the kind of venue you can let out your inner child while still maintaining a cool composure. Check out the Central London spot for top-quality rounds of mini golf in a stylish setting, where cocktails are served in copper cups and the soundtrack reflects the venue's musical history.