UNIQUE LONDON ACTIVITIES

Looking for unique London activities? Experience the extraordinary with a variety of special experiences that cater to diverse interests.

From immersive masterclasses to creating personalized items, engaging games, captivating theatre and cinema, and informative London tours, there are countless ways to explore and enjoy the city.

Masterclasses & Courses - Elevate Your Skills

Enhance your abilities with luxury classes. Whether it’s cooking, art, or mixology, these masterclasses provide a unique and enriching experience.

Create Your Own - Craft Unique Keepsakes

Design and make personalized items in specialized workshops. From pottery to jewelry, these experiences let you create memorable keepsakes.

Games - Fun and Engagement

Engage in unique games and activities throughout London. From escape rooms to interactive quests, there’s something to excite everyone.

Theatre & Cinema - Enjoy the Arts

Immerse yourself in London’s vibrant theatre and cinema scene. Enjoy premium seats at top shows or exclusive cinema screenings.

London Tours - Discover the City

Explore London through various tours:

  • Art Tours: Dive into London's dynamic art scene.
  • Food Tours: Taste culinary delights on guided food tours.
  • History Tours: Learn about London’s rich history with expert guides.
  • Walking Tours: Discover the city’s streets on foot, exploring hidden gems and iconic landmarks.

London’s unique activities offer endless opportunities for adventure, learning, and creating lasting memories. Whether you're a local or a visitor, there’s always something new and exciting to experience in this vibrant city.

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Masterclasses & Courses

Elevate your skills with luxurious classes
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Create Your Own

Craft unique experiences to cherish
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Games

Enjoy unique games and activities in London
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Theatre & Cinema

Enjoy unique theater and cinema experiences

London Tours by Type

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London Art Tours

Explore London's vibrant art scene
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London Food Tours

Discover London's culinary delights
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London History Tours

Embark on unique history tours
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London Walking Tours

Discover London's streets

Top Activities in London

QUINTESSENTIALLY LONDON Distillery Tour and Gin Tasting by Sipsmith Distillery in Chiswick

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Known for its mission to create the world’s best London Dry Gin, The Sipsmith Distillery is the first copper-pot distillery to open within London's city limits since 1820.
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Sipsmith Distillery

Chiswick, London

£50(£25pp)

THE RAYMOND BLANC SCHOOL Weekday Half-day Cookery Course by Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons

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Learn from the best and enhance your culinary skills with The Raymond Blanc Cookery School.
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Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel

Great Milton, South Oxfordshire

£210(£210pp)

BENEATH THE STREETS Secret Underground Public Tour by Hidden London

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The mysterious and seemingly endless London underground tunnels have become a point of fascination for commuters with a labyrinth of 11 lines interconnecting the city.
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Hidden London

Multiple locations available

£90(£45pp)

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Culinary Masterclasses in London

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Cooking Classes

Cook like a pro with luxury classes in London
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Sushi Making Courses

Master the art of sushi making in London
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Pasta Making Classes

Craft delicious pasta with expert guidance
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Baking Classes

Unleash your inner baker

Popular Tours in London

1000 YEARS OF HISTORY Private Westminster Abbey Tour With Expert Art Historian, Katie Wignall

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Explore one of London’s most iconic sites, Westminster Abbey, with art historian and professional Blue Badge Guide, Katie.
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LookUp London

Westminster, London

£360(£180pp)

FORTRESS, PALACE, PRISON Private Tour Of The Tower Of London with a Blue-Badge guide

5

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Famed for incarcerating some of the world’s most notorious prisoners, the Tower of London has played many roles throughout history.
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Blue Badge Guide - Emily Laurence Baker

London

£350(£175pp)

TIME TRAVEL Churchill War Rooms Admission and Dining at Clos Maggiore

5

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Take a step back in time and explore the underground bunker that protected the staff and secrets at the heart of Britain’s government during the Second World War on a visit to The Churchill War Rooms.
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Churchill War Room & Clos Maggiore

Multiple locations available

£166(£83pp)

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SHOW TIME Daytime London Theatre Premium Seats and Dining at Clos Maggiore

5

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Enjoy a day in the town, with pre-theatre dining and the best seats in the house at one of London's hottest shows.
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Clos Maggiore & The Ticket Machine Group Ltd

Multiple locations available

£320(£160pp)

1000 YEARS OF HISTORY Private Westminster Abbey Tour With Expert Art Historian, Katie Wignall

5

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Explore one of London’s most iconic sites, Westminster Abbey, with art historian and professional Blue Badge Guide, Katie.
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LookUp London

Westminster, London

£360(£180pp)

PERSONALISED PERFUME Customise Your Own Women's Fragrance by Royal Perfumers Floris

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Floris London is the world’s oldest perfumery, founded by Juan Floris in 1730 and still run by his decedents to this day from its home in St James’s, London.
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Floris

Mayfair, London

£750(£750pp)

LET'S COOK! Full-Day Weekday Cookery Course by Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons

4.75

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Learn from the best and enhance your culinary skills with The Raymond Blanc Cookery School.
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Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel

Great Milton, South Oxfordshire

£395(£395pp)

EXPLORING KEW Private Tour of Kew Gardens and Michelin Star Dining

4.71

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Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; a recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Kew Gardens & The Dysart Petersham

Multiple locations available

£372(£186pp)

FORTRESS, PALACE, PRISON Private Tour Of The Tower Of London with a Blue-Badge guide

5

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Famed for incarcerating some of the world’s most notorious prisoners, the Tower of London has played many roles throughout history.
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Blue Badge Guide - Emily Laurence Baker

London

£350(£175pp)

ELEGANT ENSEMBLES Live at The Ritz Evening With a Five-Course Tasting Menu

5

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Enjoy an extraordinary evening at The Ritz.
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The Ritz

Piccadilly, London

£512(£256pp)

FOODIE FANATIC Spanish Tapas Class by Avenue Cookery School

4.5

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Broaden your culinary horizons with a Spanish-themed tapas class at family-run Avenue Cookery School.
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Avenue Cookery School

Wandsworth, London

£110(£110pp)

HISTORIC TASTES Sir John Soane Museum Highlights Tour and 3-course Lunch

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Explore London's captivating Sir John Soane Museum, a labyrinth of art, antiquities, and architectural wonders.
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Clos Maggiore & Sir John Soane Museum

Multiple locations available

£142(£71pp)

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