The 7 Best Nightlife Experiences in England

1.Pub Crawl of Central London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,022 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Start at Zoo Bar & Club in Leicester Square, then visit two to four more bars or clubs with hosts such as Liz, Liam, or Ali. You get entry, free shots, drink discounts, nightlife photos, and an easy way to meet people. Smart-casual dress and valid photo ID are required.

“Went by myself. No one seemed to want to talk to me. On top of that, drink prices were not what we were told. It was a very frustrating experience. I went to meet new people, and yet I was pretty much by myself the entire time. I feel like I wasted my time.”

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2.London Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $29Best value

Start at Simmons Bar near Piccadilly Circus at 8:45 pm for a four to five hour crawl through London nightlife. Guides such as Will, Amy, and Pukka keep the group involved, while free entry, drink deals, shots, and a photographer add value.

“It was ok. Not much engagement from the hosts, and one of the places we went to felt somewhat like a prison. They had about 9 different security guards, some of which looked like ex convicts, roaming both the outside and the inside of the club. They also didn't allow hats. Which is fine, but the hosts don't inform on their post. So, it came as a surprise.”

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3.Camden Pub Crawl in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $34

Join London Party Pub Crawl at 7:30 pm for a seven-hour night through Camden’s bars and clubs. Hosts such as Liz and Amy have earned strong praise for welcoming solo guests and keeping groups together. Expect five venues, free entry, shots, drink discounts, photos, and a smart-casual dress code.

“Amy was a great host. She was fun, talkative, and friendly. My cousin and I had a great time. I liked all the bars except Coyote Ugly. The staff was rude; it took forever to get a drink. Overall, I would recommend the tour to others.”

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4.The Original Shoreditch Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Start at 333 Old St at 7:30 pm for a four-and-a-half-hour Shoreditch night out. Hosts such as Ash, Jess, and Ali lead the group through roughly five pubs and clubs, with free shots, drink deals, photos, and entry included. Bring valid photo ID and dress smart-casual.

“This was great - a group of 30 young people going rounds 5 pubs, having a great night out - what could be better than that ?”

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5.Viva’s Big Christmas Show Night Out! Christmas’s Party Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $31

Spend a festive evening at Viva Blackpool, with doors opening at 6pm for drinks and dinner before a Christmas party show at about 8pm. Expect comedy, singers, dancers, sing-along songs, and host Leye D Johns. The seat ticket is for over-16s only, with drinks extra.

“Didn't know what to expect at all with this but wow what an event! The host was soooo funny, such a good crack. The singers were fantastic, a mix of modern chart songs and the older stuff - really something for everyone. There was a mix of young and old (even a 90-year old!) and everyone was having such a good time.”

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6.Amazing Nightlife in London East Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $34

Join Ollie at 9 pm near Old Street for a two-hour East London bar crawl through Shoreditch and nearby nightlife spots. Visit up to 12 bars and clubs, enjoy included drinks, and get local tips in a group capped at 15 people. It suits solo visitors and social groups.

“Amazing tour!! Ollie was so fun and entertaining. Me and my friends really enjoyed exploring East London and visiting different bars! Overall a 10/10 experience and would definitely recommend anyone to book her tour!”

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7.London Gay Tour with a Local, Soho’s LGBTQ+ Nightlife, Private & Custom

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $212

Spend three hours exploring Soho’s LGBTQ+ scene with a private local host. Your route is shaped by a short questionnaire and may include queer history, nightlife, creative culture, tucked-away lanes, and two drinks. Hosts such as Sandro and Tom have made the evening warm, personal, and easygoing.

“Tom was wonderful. The tour was informative and entertaining. Learned some cool factoids about gay London, current and past. Tom was easy to spend time with, and was clearly sensitive to my interests. Highly recommended.”

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