'The old ball and chain', 'the other half' or just 'the woman'; Girlfriends get the best of nicknames, so we thought it's about time you showed them some real love and started taking advantage of one of the greatest cities in the world. Beat them to the punch for date night activities and get ahead of the game with our top places to take your girlfriend in London that'll get you that all important gold star. Come on guys, we'll show you how it's done.
Last edited by Scarlett Welch
Last updated on 11th June 2025
The Big London Bake is a food event in London that will challenge the city's amateur bakers in new and exciting ways. You'll take part in a number of testing challenges... do you have what it takes to choux away the competition and rise to the top?
Hunting for a new drinking destination with your girlfriend. If you both happen to be beer lovers, then we have just the place for you – Beer Merchants Tap in Hackney. Head here for a Belgian pint while relaxing in its outdoor garden.
Brought to North London by the very same brains behind Callooh Callay is a wonderland of stunning cocktails, and unique spaces. The perfect destination to take your girlfriend in London, head on down for romantic nooks along interesting interiors and amorous notes.
@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Wednesday 18th June 2025
Don your finest fringing and head to Eat London for this immersive Wild West cocktail experience. Sneak in your favourite bottle of liquor and watch as the talented mixologists whip it into a few tasty cocktails for you.
Your girlfriend is something of a gem and you're treating her to a night out in London? Too right. Coming up trumps in the speakeasy department, Found is the perfect date night alternative thanks to romantic corners and high-end mixology.
Treat your girlfriend with a trip to the seaside right here in the West End, as you enter this seaside promenade paradise complete with two themed bars, 18 original holes, and wooden boardwalk filled with street food.
@ The Little Blue Door on Every Saturday
A Charming Brunch is a fantastic day out for couples, promising a boozy brunch to begin with and a wholesome jewellery making session afterwards. This is a collaboration between The Little Blue Door and viral charm shop Accessories of Old, located in Fulham.
To begin with, you'll enjoy delicious dishes like smashed avocado on toast, buttermilk pancakes or Turkish eggs, accompanied by 90 minutes of unlimited drinks. To finish, create your own nine-charm necklace from vintage and modern jewels - some of which have even been worn by celebrities.
Redefining dinner by candlelight to extravagant and Golden Age inspired heights, The Candlelight Club are a capsule of 1920s charm and flapper style taking their events to brooding, secret locations across London. If you're partial to a bit of Gatsby pizazz, this is the ultimate night out for you and your girlfriend in London to experience the Jazz Age in all its beaded, sequinned and tilted trilby glory.
@ Freemasons Arms on Saturday 21st June 2025 and 6 other Saturdays
Whether it's a birthday plan or your other half is a huge fan of stand-up, The Covent Garden Comedy Club is sure to have them laughing. Head inside the Freemasons Arms, where you'll be able to get cosy together and enjoy an evening with some of the very best guests.
With kitsch decor, plenty of neon and a hot list of cocktails Simmons Euston Square is a stellar choice for date night. Settle into their quirky venue and work your way through a happy hour that includes £2.50 bottles of beer and 2 for £10 cocktails.
Trying to think of somewhere to take your girlfriend that's got a load of activities and spicy margaritas? Look no further than The Four Thieves in Clapham; this game bar has it all, including retro classics like Point Blank and House Of The Dead IV to get stuck into. What's more, upstairs in the Victorian-style music hall you'll find the Moonshine Raceway where you can strap in and drive cars around a neon-lit track. And if you're hungry? There are some juicy burgers to get your chops around too.
Looking for a casual date night venue? Signature Brew Blackhorse Road is a modern brewery and taphouse, with a sprawling outdoor terrace in the heart of East London's Beer Mile. Swing by for live music, artisan brews and a selection of street food vendors.
Fancy an evening at Sky Garden? Impress your other half with a visit to the tourist attraction and check out their music-themed nights. You'll get to listen to tunes from resident DJs while sipping on a complimentary cocktail or Champagne.
@ London Stadium, on Friday 25th July 2025 and 2 other dates
London Wing Fest 2025 lands at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park from Friday the 25th of July to Sunday the 27th of July for a weekend filled with finger-licking fun. Enjoy wings from the UK's top traders, witness daring eating competitions, and learn BBQ tips from the pros at live demos.
Add in axe-throwing, live music, and the chance to soak up the summer vibes, and you've got a recipe for perfection. Go VIP and enjoy fast-track access, 20 wings, seven drink tokens, and reserved seating with table service.
If you're looking to go all out when it comes to impressing your girlfriend in London, not many places will fit the bill quite like Searcy's. Head to the top of the Gherkin for stunning views of the city set alongside a roster of high end cocktails and champagne.
Take your girlfriend to experience Sherlock: The Official Live Game for a date night to remember. Whether you're racing around the set following instructions from Benedict Cumberbatch or trying your hand at the Mind Palace's immersive cocktails events, it's not to be missed.
If you're looking for fun places to take your girlfriend in London, head to Electric Shuffle in London Bridge or King's Cross. With its Instagram-ready interiors, tasty cocktails and bites to eat, this unique spot will have you battling it out over rounds of high-tech shuffleboard from one of the venue's ten tables.
If you really want to treat her, Ballie Ballerson is a must. Ditching the boring old dinner and drinks, themed cocktails, a giant ball pit and all the adult fun awaits at this Shoreditch favourite. So get down to this dreamy spot ASAP.
@ Oblix at the Shard on Thu, 26th Jun 2025 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
If you're looking to wow your other half with a truly impressive event, then head to Oblix at the Shard this June. Their much-loved Night Brunch comes with fantastic live entertainment and musicians, alongside incredible views of London from this elevated venue.
For £65 per person, you can enjoy a scrumptious three-course menu, featuring the likes of crispy chicken in honey, truffle and parmesan fries and roasted cauliflower. Plus, you can secure 90 minutes of bottomless drinks for only £46.
Want to treat your other half to something a bit special? Then look no further than The Pretty Parlour, a quirky venue in Ealing where you can get your nails done while sipping on Champagne and cocktails. This stunning space will treat your girlfriend like a princess as she enjoys hot towel treatments, manicures, head massages and more, all with a drink in hand.
@ Camden Town Brewery on Various dates from Wednesday 18th June 2025
If your girlfriend's a lover of all things hoppy, then this Camden Town Brewery Tour is bound to be right up her street. Not only will you get a behind the scenes look at how your favourite beers are made, but you'll also get to try some samples fresh from the tank.
Get your lady down to Brixton where the coolest cocktail spot in town is offering this unique masterclass that will have you shaking up three unique drinks, alongside a welcome glass of prosecco and a farewell shot of Limoncello.
Looking for something to knock her socks off for a change? A dabble at The Luggage Room will get you some serious respect from your girl as you take her to one of London's best hidden gems and an ultimately exclusive place to drink. Knock on the black door, wait to be let in and discover the 1920s elegance of the intimate and oh-so atmospheric Luggage Room. Your drinks are waiting, sir.
The clue is in the name with this one. Head over to Clapham's pinkest watering hole, R Place, for the chance to get stuck into their gorgeous selection of eye-popping cocktails, which are as delicious as they are impressive, and some very swish interiors.
