London's entertainment venues to visit this year
The best way to spend a weekend is by taking a trip to the Big Smoke for recreation purposes. However, with so many venues to choose from, how can anyone decide which one to pick for the most fun? We have put together a list of amusing venues that you must include in your itinerary! This list includes clubs, casinos, restaurants, and more.
Ministry of Sound
If you search in any London travel guide, then you will definitely see the Ministry of Sound listed on it. This is because it was the very first nightclub in this city, which had a dedicated sound round for Musicophiles! This club was established in 1991, and it hosts day parties, exclusive parties, popular DJs, and night parties. Keep in mind that you must book your slot before visiting this club, and only group bookings are accepted.
The Hippodrome Casino
It is one of the iconic establishments in London, founded in 1900. If you plan on visiting this historic venue, then be prepared to have the best time of your life because there are seven floors of entertainment. You can have access to all the floors without any membership, so you can drop them there without making a solid plan. Here, you will find the following fun things to do:
Nine bars + a secret bar for VIPs
A poker floor
A cocktail lounge
A steakhouse
Two private dining rooms
A 326-seat theatre
Chop Chop Chinese restaurant
Crêpeaffaire pancakes
A three-tier outdoor terrace and bars
A sports lounge
Although this casino is famous now for being one of the best in the UK, it is no secret that online casinos have taken over as the biggest way to play casino games across the world. When you are in the UK online casino games are mostly played online and using casino expert, The Sun, you will be able to find the best the UK can offer from your home.
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
Do you like comedy? If you do, then you must have watched the most popular comic TV show by BBC, “Faulty Towers”. What if we tell you that there is a world-class restaurant in London dedicated to “Faulty Towers”? It is a must-visit for people who have never had a thematic dining experience. The staff of this restaurant are dressed in the character of the TV show, and they serve you food which was quite famous in the 1970s.
Chessington World of Adventures
Now let's focus on something really fun that you can enjoy with your family. This fun-packed theme park in London is the best place for a group of people. Here you can enjoy zoo animals and underwater rides. There are over 40 rides in this park, including a massive roller coaster. The ticket price for this park starts from £14.00 per person.
The London Dungeon
Imagine a day out where you can dive deep into the scary medieval history of the United Kingdom! Here, you can learn about some of the dark history of London through plays. Here, you can also enjoy a free-fall ride. It pumps your adrenaline as you experience the best time of your life falling from three stories. If you are planning to visit The London Dungeon, then make sure you buy tickets beforehand and book a slot. Per person, the price of the ticket is £29.50.
The O2
When visiting the Big Smoke, you must check out this venue popular for its shopping centres. In addition, the music, concerts, restaurants, multi-screen Cineworld, iFly Indoor Skydiving 12-lane Hollywood Bowl, etc are also available here! Don't forget to book a hotel nearby if you are planning to visit this venue. Because it is a one-of-its-kind place where you will need more than a day to discover it.
Dalston Roof Park
If you fancy music and movies then this place is heaven for you. Even though it is a member’s only location, you can be a part of it by making a small donation. Here you can enjoy rooftop movies and live music shows. They also serve mouth-watering food here!
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