Fun, Romantic and Quirky Date Ideas in London
Planning a date night but don’t fancy for the usual romantic restaurants? Here is a list of unique, quirky and fun experiences to do as a couple this Valentine’s Day.
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Here are our hand-picked immersive experiences, themed-afternoon teas, romantic candlelight concerts, theatrical cocktail experiences and hilarious cabaret and circus shows for an unforgettable night out.
Candlelight Concerts: The Gift that Never Fails
Candlelight concerts in London
Sometimes it’s difficult to express feelings. Let the music speak for your love.
Expect awe-inspiring locations and a magical multi-sensory experience that create the perfect atmosphere and mood for your romantic date.
Looking for something different?
Here’s a selection of experiences for those who want to celebrate Valentine’s Day their own way.
Ballet of Light
Ballet of Light: Sleeping Beauty
Watch your favourite childhood fairytales come to life with dance and light. Experience the timeless classics, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty like never before. Dazzling costumes, breath-taking visual effects and beautiful illuminated costumes.
The Jazz Room: A Tribute to Soul
Live musicians, stellar vocalists and feel-good vibes. The Jazz Room brings you the most iconic soul tracks of all time in a selection of classic and modern hits.
The Jazz Room is hosted in a chic intimate venue, so grab a drink and let the music touch your soul.
The Jury Experience: Death on the Port Side
You’ve been called for a jury duty. You will listen to testimonies, analyse evidence and decide…guilty or not guilty.
SENSAS: A Unique Multi-Sensory Experience
Why not go for a double (or triple) date and enjoy exciting challenges in the dark together? Test your senses (sight, smell, touch, taste and hearing) in pitch-black and ultra-colourful rooms. Take on exciting challenges for a two-hour adventure, share laughter and face your fears.
Prison Island
Grab your loved one and embark on an adrenalin fuelled experience. Visit prison cells, solve fun challenges and test your limits and your teamwork skills.
SABRAGE
Ready for London’s cheekiest night out? Spend an electrifying evening at the luxurious Lafayette in King’s Cross and enjoy vintage glamour and a spectacular show with some the world’s most talented acrobats. Grab a cocktail and enjoy London’s hottest circus-theatre show.
Theatrical Cocktail Experiences
AVORA: A New World Cocktail Experience
Travel to another planet, wander among bioluminescent plants, meet the Avorians and enjoy magical themed cocktails.
Moonshine Saloon: Immersive Wild West Cocktail Experience
Smuggle your own liquor and join Clyde Cassidy’s bootlegging empire. Expect live actors and delicious cocktails tailored to your taste. You will be actively participating in the show, so be prepared for lots of laughter and hilarious moments.
Afternoon Teas
Under the Sea Afternoon Tea
Escape from the gloomy British weather and delve into a sea-inspired afternoon tea. Choose from a glass of Prosecco (alcohol-free Prosecco also available) or bottomless mocktails.
Enjoy sweet treats served on seashells, sea-inspired shots topped with toasted marshmallow and sparkling chocolate sea stars.
Sushi and Asian Tapas Afternoon Tea – Gift Card
Surprise your significant other with a delicious afternoon tea with a twist. Expect interactive table tops with fun games you can play together, live cam to the kitchen and more.
Enjoy a selection of delicious sushi and Asian tapas with a glass of fizz (bottomless option available).
Exhibitions
Banksy Limitless
Discover 250 artworks, sculptures, photos, digital installations and reproductions of Banksy’s most famous graffiti. Step inside the infinity room and encounter huge installations, such as the Meat Truck and Cinderella’s Carriage.
Paradox Museum
Exit reality and enter fun! Explore 50+ immersive installations and challenge your senses in the most fun way possible. Stand upside down, disappear and experience zero gravity.
MOCO Museum + Robbie Williams’ Solo Art Exhibition ‘Radical Honesty’
Get up close to contemporary art masterpieces from Andy Warhol, Banksy, Yayoi Kusama, Hirst and more! Visit Robbie Williams’ first solo art exhibition (included in your ticket) ‘Radical Honesty’. A hilariously honest exhibition about being an introvert.
And that’s not all!
‘Heart Space’ by Krista Kim
Photo: Urban Adventurer
Translate your heartbeat into digital art with Krista Kim’s immersive installation ‘Heart Space’.
Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️