Fun Things To Do In The City Of London

Whether you're a local who's lived here for years, or someone visiting for the weekend from overseas, you'll never be short of weird and wonderful activities when in the English capital. From immersive alien invasions and quirky brunches to jury duty experiences and Wild West-themed bars, here are the most fun and unusual things to do in the City of London. 

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Last updated on 3rd December 2025




Italian Bottomless Brunch & Access to Horizon 22

@ 22 Bishopsgate on Saturday 6th December 2025 and 6 other Saturdays

This Saturday, make your way to The Market Kitchen Restaurant at 22 Bishopsgate, for an Italian bottomless brunch to remember. While enjoying amazing views of the city and listening to live music, you'll tuck into a two-course feast featuring Burford Brown eggs on toasted sourdough, Caesar salad and steak sandwiches.

This experience costs £25 per person, or £45 if you want to add on free-flowing prosecco, house wine and Aperol spritz. What's more, you'll receive complimentary access to Horizon 22 afterwards - the highest viewing gallery in the entire city.

Boxhall City

Promising a great selection of food, drink and live entertainment, Boxhall City is the place to be for a fun day or night out. located on Liverpool Street, inside a historic food hall, this spot has got something for everyone.

Choose between a wide range of street food vendors, including Burger & Beyond, Club Mexicana and Little Bao Boy, to name a few. There's even a spacious roof terrace that offers amazing views of the city - what more could you want?

The Most Indulgent Drag Night

@ The Chocolate Cocktail Club on Saturday 6th December 2025 and 2 other dates

Located in Farringdon, The Chocolate Cocktail Club is a quirky cocktail bar that's hosting The Most Indulgent Drag Night this summer. This promises to be an evening full of fantastic entertainment, led by the one and only Solero Summers.

Expect to be amazed by this high-energy show, from the glamourous looks to the hilarious moments. Tickets cost just £20 per person, and you'll even get a drink included in this.

SINTILLATE Bottomless Brunch at Fleets

@ Fleets on Every Saturday

Looking for a fun weekend plan in the City of London? The SINTILLATE Bottomless Brunch at Fleets is a high-energy event that combines great food, flowing drinks, and live entertainment.

Set in a bright, modern venue near St. Paul's Cathedral, guests can enjoy a sociable afternoon with sharing boards, delicious mains, and a choice of drinks including prosecco and Aperol spritzes. DJs and musicians keep the party going, making it one of the most entertaining ways to spend a Saturday in the City.

Dabbers Social Bingo

Step inside the UK's first contemporary bingo hall for a game of Dabbers. This outrageous event is known for its crazy hosts and even crazier prizes. Some tickets also include food and drinks vouchers if you're looking to go all-out. 

Big Red Pizza Tour

@ Detroit Pizza London on Saturday 13th December 2025

If you love pizza and want to see London in a fun, unique way, the Big Red Pizza Tour is for you. This magical tour takes you aboard a vintage Routemaster bus as you stop at six of London's top pizza spots, each offering its own special take on the beloved dish.

With beer and music provided on board, this £90 tour is the ultimate way to enjoy both great pizza and the sights of Central London. It's a quirky, unforgettable experience perfect for friends, couples, or anyone looking to enjoy the city in a new way.

Moonshine Saloon: Western Cocktail Experience

@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Friday 5th December 2025

One of the most unique activities in the City of London? That would be Moonshine Saloon; an interactive Western-themed bar where you'll have to smuggle in your own booze. Let live actors and expert mixologists turn this cocktail experience into a night you'll never forget.  

Balancers

Looking to shake up your social life? Balancers has got you covered. Their events are all about helping you meet new people without the awkwardness. Showing up solo? Totally normal. The focus is on authenticity - just be yourself and enjoy the experience.

Friendly hosts lead fun group activities that make it easy to connect, whether you want to make friends, network, or just have a good time. Balancers is perfect if you're tired of superficial online chats and want to build meaningful connections IRL.

Drag Karaoke Bottomless Brunch

@ The Star By Liverpool Street on Saturday 6th December 2025 and 51 other Saturdays

Start your Saturday in the best way possible with the Drag Karaoke Bottomless Brunch at The Star by Liverpool Street, hosted by the fabulous Cassandra, your drag queen host for the day. Indulge in mouthwatering brunch options like waffle chicken or chuck-berry pancakes while sipping on unlimited prosecco, Aperol spritz, and more. 

After the brunch, it's time for a private karaoke session in your own themed room, complete with over 20,000 songs to choose from. And once that's done, head downstairs for open mic karaoke with the whole crowd. The fun doesn't stop until the DJ spins the tunes until 1 am - so grab your friends and get ready for an unforgettable day.

Historic London Pub Tour

@ St Pauls Underground on Various dates from Thursday 11th December 2025

For fans of pints and learning about the past, AleHunters' Historic London Pub Tour is right up your street. You'll explore hidden gems in the city and find out more about the tales behind your favourite boozers, visiting everywhere from a former medieval Dominican friary to the location where the crown jewels were kept safe during both World Wars.

Fairgame City

In need of a nostalgic night out that will take you right back to childhood? Then head to Fairgame City, located close to St Paul's Cathedral. This adults-only destination brings you all the sights and sounds of the fairground, with a wide selection of games to get stuck into.

The lively, colourful venue uses cutting-edge wristband technology to add up your scores as you go. When you've had enough of the competition, head to the bar for cocktails and a variety of scrumptious street food, or even prosecco-infused candy floss.

Live Music Brunch

@ Mr Fogg's City Tavern on Every Saturday

Every Saturday, you can head to Broadgate Circle's Mr Fogg's Tavern City - a Victorian-inspired destination that's kitted out in a gloriously vintage and eclectic style - for their live music brunch. Here, you'll find a band playing upbeat tunes for your whole sitting and encouraging requests.

That's not all though, since two courses of food are in store. Choose one sweet and one savoury dish, picking from avocado toast with a variety of customisable toppings, chicken and waffles, salt beef hash topped with a fried egg, a tropical version of Eton mess and more. Washing it down? 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco or four different flavours of boozy punch.

Anime is Art

Discounts available on certain events

Get creative in the city with Anime is Art at Brewdog Chancery Lane. Whether you want to recreate the likes of Goku, All Might or Naruto, you'll get everything you need to paint up a storm.

To fuel your brush strokes, there's all kinds of burgers, wings and pub grub, plus top-tier craft lager and IPAs. Tickets start from just £27.50.

Jury Games

This award-winning immersive experience will see you deliberate a murder case with help from physical evidence, witness statements and words with the defendant himself. Jury Games is a fun way to unleash your inner detective – expect a tense 90 minutes of uncovering the truth before it's time for the verdict. 

F*cking Fabulous: After Dark

@ Nest Bishopsgate on Sat, 20th Dec 2025 @ 19:00 - 23:00

Nest is throwing a thrilling dinner expeirence with F*cking Fabulous: After Dark, priced at £65 per person. Your ticket includes a two-course meal, free-flowing cocktails and prosecco for 90 minutes, plus a full-scale party with DJs, performers and live music.

With a stylish crowd and electric atmosphere, this over-21s event promises a night of indulgence and unforgettable entertainment.

Carwash Daytime Disco: Sunset Sessions

@ Core Bar, London on Every Saturday

Carwash Daytime Disco: Sunset Sessions brings retro glamour to Core Bar in the City of London, with tickets starting from £10 for an early evening packed with sparkle and soul. Running from 5pm to 10pm, the event features classic disco tunes, roller performers, glitter stations and themed giveaways, all set in a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere.

Guests are encouraged to dress up in sequins, flares and wigs, making it ideal for celebrations like hen dos or birthdays. Designed for those aged 25 and up - especially the over-30s - it's a chance to party before the sun goes down in true Carwash style.

Pizza Party – Bottomless Margs and Marghs!

@ Pizza Pilgrims Liverpool Street on Saturday 6th December 2025 and 26 other Saturdays

On the Saturday after payday, every single month, you can find a fantastic Pay Day Pizza Party at Pizza Pilgrims near Liverpool Street. The buzzing venue will be slinging out 90 minutes of bottomless food and drink, costing just £45 per person to attend.

Munch on mouthwatering pizza, with unlimited slices available. Toppings include mushroom ad truffle or nduja, with vegan and halal options up for grabs too. As for drinks, expect free-flowing beer, prosecco and spicy margaritas.

Pitch City

Looking to inject some serious fun into your City of London plans? Head to Pitch City, nestled in Bishopsgate, where cocktails meet competitive play in the most stylish way. This boutique venue is built for good times, offering a modern, laid-back setting to challenge your mates at Bullseye or Party Putt.

Whether you're smashing the leaderboard or sipping on a John Daly (vodka, lemonade, and peach iced tea), the vibe here is unbeatable. With food from Pizza Pilgrims and creative drinks flowing, it's your go-to playground for grown-ups. And if you're hopping across town? Check out their sister sites in Soho and Canary Wharf for more Pitch-perfect action.

Bow Wine Nights

@ Balfour At Bow Wine Vaults on Saturday 6th December 2025

Looking for the perfect way to spice up your wine knowledge? Head to Bow Wine Nights in the heart of the City. Fortnightly, the venue opens its doors to wine enthusiasts for an evening of education, exploration, and fun.

Each night offers a new theme, from the battle of Champagne vs. England to the fascinating world of Pinot Noir, accompanied by delicious canapés. With six carefully selected wines to taste and expert guidance, it's an experience that's both informative and delicious.

Sky Garden

Journey to the Walkie Talkie building's 35th floor for the capital's highest landscape gardens. As one of the most popular things to do in the City of London today, Sky Garden hosts a bunch of glam events – all with a backdrop of dazzling views from 20 Fenchurch Street. Think music nights, sunrise breakfasts and yoga classes. 

The Star by Liverpool Street

You may want to warm up your singing voice before paying The Star by Liverpool Street a visit; their karaoke sessions are among the best free things to do in the City of London, with 20,000 songs to choose from. They even host a bottomless brunch, where endless drinks make grabbing the mic even more tempting... 

Lucky Voice Liverpool Street

Happy Hour and 7 other offers

If you're a fan of karaoke then you'll love Lucky Voice Liverpool Street, where you can sing absolute classics from a selection of 12,000 songs (in eleven languages). It's the perfect place to visit for some after-work fun or even a hen or stag do, depending on the vibe. There are nine glamourous pods in total and each fits around four to twenty-five of your friends, plus food and cocktails are delivered straight to you with the press of the famous 'Thirsty' button. Look forward to themed tipples like the rum-based Watermelon Sugar (High) and 7 Rings made with gin and apricot marmalade. What's more, they offer bottomless brunches on Saturdays too.

Horizon 22

Our city is truly beautiful, but it's easy to forget that from the ground. So why not head up Europe's tallest free public viewing gallery - Horizon 22 in Bishopsgate. This 254-metre high platform is totally free to visit, boasting a clear view of The Shard, Tower Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral and much more.