Quirky Date Ideas In London

While some would say that cocktails in London is a predictable date night, they're not when found at The Gibson. Not only does this golden bar glisten with tales of the vintage, their cocktails are some of the most smoking and theatrical in the city.

The Luna Cinema is upgrading your date nights by hosting pop-up film screenings outdoors. You can catch movies like Magic Mike, Clueless, Top Gun and more at parks across the city. As for refreshments? There are a range of food and drink vendors available.

Hailed as one of the best ways to play in London, it's ping pong that's sure to keep your date night on high. Join one of the best ping pong venues in London as you make your way around their neon tables, all before plenty of grub and cocktails. 

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If you're on the hunt for fun immersive experiences with your sweetie, head to Alcotraz. Sneak past the warden with bottles of booze as you interact with the theatrical actors while sipping on bespoke cocktails in your prison cell. Oh, you'll both get to don orange jumpsuits too.

Dinner is great, but dinner with entertainment is better. Perfect for that unique London date night, take your favourite person to Proud Cabaret for a night of three course dining, stunning cabaret and some of the finest burlesque in the business.

For a date with a difference, Ballie Ballerson in Shoreditch is a sure fire winner. A quirky cocktail bar featuring their signature glowing ball pit, it makes the perfect place to sip retro-inspired cocktails and dig into bottomless brunch.

Debauchery and sultry moments all happen at The London Cabaret Club in Holborn, so why not take your date along? Make your way inside this glamorous venue to enjoy fine dining and bubbles, all while catching some Gatsby-themed immersive entertainment. Oh, yes.

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Need plans? Be sure to check out the Sounds Familiar Music Quiz in venues across the city. Not only will guests get to enjoy 100 wall-to-wall bangers from a massive range of genres, but there will also be prizes and a boot-load of bevvies to enjoy. 

You've made the decision to go to dinner, and that's great news, but how about trying something a little different this date night? Infamous for their interactive tables, head on down to Inamo for gaming and touch-screen menus alongside some of the best Japanese bites in the business.

For cool date ideas to break the ice, Wine & Design is a relaxed art class in Hackney Bridge. Your guide, Nicky, will show you how to make jesmonite terrazzo coasters through mixing, polishing and experimenting with colour. Plus, you'll get a free drink at Hangar Bar.

When it comes down to quirky date ideas in the capital, the London Margarita Rumble is a real winner. Nab a ticket to its 4th annual event that will take place at Two More Years in East, where some of the city's finest bars will be competing for the title of the best marg.

Make your beau feel extra special with a trip to the music events at Sky Garden, one of London's most popular rooftop bars. Combining enviable views with a DJ and live bands, these nights out will see you soaking up the view from this 35th floor haunt while you listen or dance.

When in need of a unique date night in London, how about dressing up in your finest glad rags and heading to a 1930s cabaret experience? This dark circus is set in pre-WWII Germany, boasting live jazz and blues music, sideshow acts and enthralling aerial entertainment in a sultry setting.

Make it a date night to remember by taking them somewhere really special. Amazing Grace, which can be found at a 12th-century church in London Bridge, is cool, quirky and downright romantic. Pop along for dinner and cocktails, with live music to soundtrack your evening.

Mix up your date night with Queens. Not only can you have a romantic meal of MEATliquor food and cocktails from their bar, but you can also challenge bae to a game of bowling or run rings around them in the ice skating ring.

For a cute date idea with your other half, Evans & Peel Detective Agency is hosting The Cantina By El Cabron, an immersive masterclass. Discover all the family secrets at this Mexican experience as you make cocktails and watch mixologists do their thing.

If you're looking for cute places to take your sweetie, Barrio is always a great idea. From musical bingo to bottomless brunches, there won't be a single dull moment. Plus, the venue has a cracking menu of drinks, including spiced rum sangria and tequila tipples.

If you're searching for a unique date idea in London, Plonk Golf is definitely sure to impress your sweetie. Enjoy playing golf on this challenging course and get the chance to play a few games in its arcade too. And don't forget to check out the tiki cocktail bar as well.

To truly get to know someone? You should try battling zombies with them, adventuring underwater or escaping a high-security prison. Luckily, DNA VR are letting you do just that, and more with their epic high-tech offering. 

It's all going down at this class, as iconic bars host a unique life drawing class. Ditch the dinner and movie and go for this quirky life drawing class, for a truly fun night out using neon-coloured models as your muse.

Get your golf on at this epic state of the art mini golf bar in White City. Alongside their tech-savvy golfing set up, you'll find a fantastic array of food and drinks to bring out your best golf game.

Bored of all the same ol' date ideas? Hijingo is ready to upgrade your idea of fun with your other half. Located in the heart of Shoreditch, this Tokyo Nights-inspired bingo club offers a ninety-minute immersive game, alongside street food plates and crackin' cocktails.

If you're on the hunt for fun events for you and your other half, check out London Wing Fest 2023. In July, you can tuck into delicious chicken wings while slinging back a beer. Plus, enjoy fun activities like eating competitions and axe throwing.

Bored of the same ol' date nights? The Lust Supper has got you covered. Make your way to its secret location to enjoy an evening filled with sultry massages and workshops, alongside a 3-course dinner, accompanied by free-flowing bevvies. You won't want to miss out on this.

A unique pick of couples activities in London, Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace is a cool destination for skating around the rink. This LA staple has made its way to our capital, bringing with it an American diner and bar too.

Go for something a little different and book your own private bar. Hidden within Merchant House, you'll have a private bartender, your own music choices and the chance to mix up some cocktails. Perfect for a group date night.

Spice up the usual dinner and drinks with a trip to this stunning barge. You'll want to head east to Hackney Wick, where the historic 114-year-old barge has been transformed into a drinking and dining destination, complete with a British fusion menu and dreamy views. Book a table at sunset for an extra special evening.

A talented artist as your guide, all your kit already provided, a bar on-site to help you loosen that inner creativity... Paint a Pic is a brilliant event and one of the best quirky date ideas in London. Guaranteed to gain you brownie points for originality, this artsy session will see you both taking home your own masterpieces.

Be transported to the stylish, swinging cafes of Paris back in the 20s and 30s over at Ronnie Scotts in Soho when Benoit Viellefon rolls into to town. Taking inspiration from the famous gyspy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt, these guys offer you a fabulous, atmosphere experience.

Ever had a romantic meal on a canal? Head to Darcie and May Green for just that, with quirky interiors, delicious Australian cuisine, and one of the best sites of the Grand Union Canal around.

Searching for the perfect first date spot? Check out Kraft Dalston's brewery tours and tastings. You'll each get 3 half pints and a detailed explanation of how it's made through their fermentation cellar and operations room.

If you're in the mood for a quirky date night in South London, The Prince is a fun, flirty and floral destination. Decked out with a woodland-inspired pergola, the bar offers a unique experience made even better with its choice of four street food vendors and bustling bar.

Gift your special someone with something a little different come the next date night, offering up tickets to cheese and wine masterclasses at Vagabond. Head to one of their locations across London to learn how to pair the two.

Make your next date night one to remember by heading over to Leyton's Supercharged VR. If you've both got a total need for speed, then make sure to venture over. You'll get to choose your cars and battle it out with your wheels on the high-speed race courses.

Need a quirky thing to do with your beau? Then nab a seat on the London Bar Bus. Travel across the gorgeous capital, as you check out iconic landmarks, from Parliament Square to St Paul's and Tower Bridge, all while quaffing bubbles.

Need a cute date idea? We've got you covered. Check out London Bridge's rooftop for an epic evening of Latin tunes and refreshing drinks. In addition, there will be scrumptious Spanish fare served by The Black Pig with White Pearls.

Spruce up your dinner date with a trip to Dans Le Noir, which has you dining in the dark for the ultimate experience. Heighten taste sensations and change perceptions at this alternative restaurant that's sure to be a feast for the senses.  

Why head to an ordinary bar when you can whisk yourself away to The Candlelight Club? Located in the heart of Central London, this speakeasy-style joint is oozing 1920s glamour, alongside offering up a range of lip-smacking cocktails, three-course meals and jazz entertainment.

If spooks and scares make your relationship thrive? You'd be silly to miss one of London's most talked about tours. For guys, gals and ghouls galore, this haunted pub tour takes you around city boozers with a sordid history, perfect for a date night to remember.

Looking for quirky date ideas in London? The BBQ Club is a real winner. Treat your other half to a six-course interactive BBQ tasting menu, which includes hand-dived Dorset scallops and salt beer braised bone marrow, which you'll get to cook with the help of expert chefs.

Not only is The Little Yellow Door a lovely restaurant and bar off Portobello Road, but it's also home to The Flatmates. These guys are sure to cook up a storm and make you feel right at home with their raucous house parties, boozy brunches and kooky supper clubs, which are sure to make for the perfect quirky date. 

Fancy a unique date with your sweetie? Boasting events such as The Highgate Vampire, Ghost of Christmas and The Snow Queen at the Asylum Chapel, London Dreamtime has plenty to offer this winter. All this takes place at a super secret location. Shhhh.

Located near Russell Square Station, Fitz's is a luxury venue decked out with a jazz age mirrorball and stained glass windows. While sharing a few tipples from its 'Theory of Colour' cocktail menu, you and your sweetie can cuddle up in its swish seating.

On the hunt for a date with a difference? Book you and your boo into a night out with Bada Bingo, where you'll be taking part in plenty of crazy games for the chance to win prizes. Plus, there's plenty of hit tunes, dance-offs, hilarious surprises and more.

The world's first immersive Breaking Bad-inspired bar, this unique offering down Hackney way lets you live out all your mixology dreams with a masterclass on making some very impressive molecular cocktails.

One of the best board game bars in London, Draughts is the ultimate spot for your next quirky date night. Head to their Waterloo location and get the dice rolling with cocktails and craft beers, before moving onto more complex players and comfort grub.

Enjoy an evening of mystery and nightmares with your beau at The Double R Club, a monthly cabaret event inspired by the dark and beautiful words of David Lynch. There's burlesque, comedy, live music and more, all with a sinister twist.

Searching for fun things to do with your other half? Head to The Vaults Theatre in Waterloo and you'll be in for a treat. You'll get to relax and snap your fingers to cracking jazz as you hear from the likes of Binker Golding, Jas Kayser, and many more.

Firmdale Hotels is a great shout if you're looking to impress your date. Cuddle up and catch films such as The Fabelmans, Puss In Boots, and Creed III while sipping on a boozy bevvie. Upgrade to a three-course meal and glass of bubbly if you really wanna pull out all the stops.

Learn the art of icing or indulge in a tasty afternoon tea at Biscuiteers' cafés in Notting Hill, Belgravia and Northcote Road. With its pretty interiors, quirky themes and welcoming feel, this experience is set to make for one quirky date. 

The King's Head is a little different from your average London date night venue with rooms filled with taxidermy and a sexy 1920s setting. Join them as they invite in the outrageous Gin House Burlesque for a raunchy and intimate show that includes all sorts of surprises.

Looking for beer events? Brixton Brewery's epic experience is unmissable if you like a taste of the good stuff. Enjoy a tour, complete with a lesson on how brews are made, followed by a cool taster session where you'll get to try a few samples.

Looking to impress? Take your sweetheart to Midnight Lounge Bar & Restaurant and spend the evening feasting on small plates and knocking back free-flowing fizz while being entertained by some of London's most talented comedians, cabaret performers and dancers.

When you fancy more of a hands-on date with your other half, head over to Pizzeria Mozza. Their pizza stretching and topping masterclass is making sure you can whip up a tasty treat, all with booze to accompany and the finest ingredients to choose between.

In need of something quirky for date night? Here's where Mr Fogg's Victorian Murder Mystery comes in. At this immersive experience in Mayfair, you'll both have to uncover clues and interrogate five suspects in order to find out what happened to John Sullivan.

To take your other half to somewhere a little different. BYOC City is the cool spot that has casino-inspired decor and expert mixologists who are waiting to whip you up delish cocktails. The best thing about it? You get to bring your favourite booze for them to use.

If you're looking for somewhere a little different to take a date in London, then The Rosemary Branch Theatre is a great bet. Treat the pair of you to a night of stellar performance, cabaret, comedy and more, before heading downstairs to the charming pub for drinks and a bite to eat.

Impress your beau by getting them to hop aboard Thames Lates' speedboat, which will jet you both down London's famous river. Admire the stunning views of the city's landmarks at dusk, with a tasty drink and stellar soundtrack to hand.

A brilliant quirky date idea for Harry Potter fans, Wizard Exploratorium is a fantastic five-storey themed haven in Soho. Head to one of its wand-making workshops, sip on unicorn hot chocolates of enjoy a magical afternoon tea in the fabulous setting.

Not sure what to do for your next night or looking to impress a new beau? Over at various venues in Battersea, Forrest Hill and more, Laugh Train Home is bringing you a top-quality comedic performance, so get ready for a bit of a giggle.

At this Silent Sounds Boat Party, you and your beau will cruise past some of the city's most romantic landmarks, all while listening to banging tunes and enjoying top-quality sips. The best part? You can choose what you listen  - just change the channel on your earphones.

The Rivoli Ballroom's monthly Jive Parties are back on the agenda - and what's on the cards? Live bands performing swing, jive and R&B music, which is sure to get you movin' and groovin' on the dancefloor. For any newbies, the night kicks off with a beginners' class too.

Sherlock: The Official Live Game is one of our top picks for a quirky date night in London, offering a wide selection of immersive activities for you and your beau including the The Mind of Moriarty. Whether it's taking part in a thrilling adventure or sipping cocktails in the Mind Palace, this place is a must.

A sultry multi-dining experience in London, this event at a super secret location features an overnight stay in a double room and a cracking three-course aphrodisiac menu. You'll also get to participate in bonding activities and a massage from a therapist. Fab for date night.

Explore all the nooks and crannies of London with CityDays, the escape room-style puzzle and tour round the capital. Pair up with other couples or go alone to get involved in this fun activity, where you'll solve riddles built into quirky statues, uncover cool facts and find quirky locations.

For couples that like to add a little extra edge to their date night, make your way over to Gravity Wandsworth. This next-level entertainment venue offers immersive experiences (from e-karting and bowling to arcade games and shuffleboard), with restaurants and bars available too.

If you're looking to the future in your relationship, The Grid has the experience for you. An unusual take on mixing and muddling, enter a sci-fi world where you'll solve clues and sip to your heart's content.

Looking for outdoor date ideas in London? StreetHunt Games' The Case of Colombia's Finest offers a unique, self-guided adventure that blends scavenger hunt, escape room and murder mystery themes. Using an interactive map, you'll step into the shoes of a private investigator to solve clues.

Whether you're looking to impress a new boo or have some quality time with your other half, Rooftop Film Club's movie screenings are not to be missed. While at an atmospheric, sky-high spot, snuggle up together under the stars and watch flicks like Rye Lane and more.

With a locations all over the space, including in Shoreditch and Bloomsbury, Flight Club will add the fun and games to your date night. The quirky destination combines darts, an electronic scoring system, pizza and delicious cocktails for a fun date in across London.

Whether it's a first date or you fancy a bit of quality time together, YO!'s sushi schools are a great shout. Together, you'll try your hand at making a range of different bites, from maki through to sashimi, with guidance, snacks and a drink to keep you refreshed throughout.

Situated in Battersea is one of the most romantic wine bars, Aspen and Meursault. Take your sweetheart to this gorgeous venue, decked out with plants and alfresco seating. Plus, you can pair vino with nibbles such as chorizo bites and baked camembert.

For quirky date plans with your beau, head to Tantra Sound Club on Warren Street to enjoy unique, meditative experiences. Get ready to unwind together while using Nepali chakra balancing techniques, healing rituals and vibration therapy.

Sometimes we don't fancy going to our local boozer for date night, so why not check out The Murdér Express Part Deux -Jewel Of The Empire at Pedley Street Station. Delve into the investigation, find the culprit, all the while you're tucking into a four-course feast. 

Enjoy a theatrical and immersive night of escape rooms and murder mystery-themed entertainment at The Hunt for the Smoking Caterpillar. A brilliant activity for couples in London, this Catford-based event is inspired by Alice and Wonderland and includes a stellar cast of characters.

Platform in Shoreditch is London's first dedicated video game and e-sports bar and restaurant, and is the perfect spot for a quirky date. Promising fun activities, delicious pizza and a bar full of booze, it's a sure winner. 

Looking for something a little different to do with your other half? Head over to Rivoli Ballroom and spend your evening dancing to 70s and 80s bangers at one of their Rouges disco and funk-themed bashes. It's fun, it's carefree and you'll both love every minute of it.

Perfect for a quirky date night, channel your inner cowboy at this cool pop up bar in East London. Step into the Moonshine Saloon for an immersive evening of tasty cocktails and cowboy hats.

You might be twiddling your thumbs on this alternative date idea in London, but it will be a whole heap of fun. Four Quarters have opened a second pub in East London complete with all the retro games and craft beer to ensure you snag a second date.

Are you a foodie that's after something a little out of the box? Then grab your beau and head to  Clémence Bar or Amelies Wine House for a brunch worth remembering. Dig into a charcuterie board made up of cheese, caviar and jams, all while sipping Champers.

Bored of your standard date night movie and dinner? Then get on down to Boom Battle Bar at The O2. Not only is this joint home to a bucketload of fun games, but also a mega menu of mouthwatering munch and cracking cocktails to boot.