Fun Days Out in London

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.

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.

What better way to take in all the glorious sites of the city than with a wild ride on a Thames Rockets speedboat? You'll be treated to award-winning commentary from a hilarious guide and will whizz along the water at speeds of up to 30 knots.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

A cafe, restaurant and hub of all things biscuits, this quirky Clapham venue is a must for those with a sweet tooth. Head over to Northcote Road where Biscuiteers is sorting you out with freshly-made cookies and multi-tiered afternoon teas.

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.

Wizard Exploratorium is a must for Harry Potter fans and lovers of all things magic. A five-storey palace of wand-making workshops, seasonal events and tasty treats in Soho, this is definitely up there for things to do in London.