6 Places to Go on a Date in London

There’s something unbeatable about getting a little dressed up and going out in London with someone special for a day or evening of connection and good vibes. But finding the perfect place to go with your date, whether they’re a new flame or your significant other can be tough.

If you’re looking for places to go on a date in London without going down the cliche route of dinner and a movie, we’ve got you covered. From fun daytime activities to super cool ways to spend an evening, your dates will never feel boring again. Our picks are from a range of locations across the capital, providing options wherever you’re based. So, let’s get started.

Museum

First up we have something London has an abundance of – museums. And whatever yours (or your date’s) interests, there’s a museum showcasing the best of. From art and design to history, there’s so much to learn and absorb at a museum – so you don’t have to worry about running out of things to talk about!

Plus, if you want something a little more romantic out of your date, a ton of museums in London offer late night events that you can check out. 

Here’s some museums to try out for your next date:

• Natural History Museum
• The British Museum
• The Design Museum
• The Victoria and Albert Museum
• Tate Britain

Karaoke Bar

No matter if you both love singing or have never tried it before, going to a karaoke bar in London will guarantee you a night of laughs and fun. Order drinks, snacks and put on a personal concert for each other as you belt out your favorite tracks together – who knows, you might discover a sneaky talent.

Bingo Night

Before you judge, remember that bingo isn’t just for old people! It’s actually a very fun and exciting game that provides just the right amount of competitiveness a date needs without things getting ugly. There are loads of places that offer immersive bingo experiences complete with music, drinks and a lively atmosphere that make it perfect for a date night.

Bowling

A tried and tested date idea is bowling, and although they might feel hard to come by in the busy, tightly packed streets of London, there are a few bowling alleys you can check out in the city for a fun game.

Ping Pong Bar

If you want something active to do for your date night but still enjoy a lively bar atmosphere, then you should head to a ping pong bar. Thanks to technology, you can go to one of these ping pong bars and play so much more than just traditional ping pong. Expect UV-lit fun and interactive games while you sip on cocktails.

Pottery Decorating

For a more low-key, artistic date, you could take your date pottery painting. Express yourselves and make memories that’ll live in your kitchens forever with this date idea. There are even places that let you bring your own booze to mix things up a little!

There’s always something to do that’s a little quirky in a city like London – you just have to know where to go. And now you’ve got not one, but six ideas for your future date nights. Enjoy!