Guide to... Nightlife in London
London is well known for its nightlife. From great bars, pubs and nightclubs to more cultural evenings out like a trip to the theatre or to the opera London has plenty of fantastic nights out. Our nightlife guide has lots of recommendations of our favourite places to enjoy a fun night in London.
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Novello Theatre
The Novello Theatre, known as the Waldorf Theatre opened on 22 May 1905 with an eight-week season of opera and drama...Read more

Old Swan
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Kensington Church Street Kensington & Chelsea Nightlife Pubs

Ötkert
One of the original ruin bars Ötkert has ivolved in to more of a bar / restaurant in recent years but on Friday and...Read more
5th District (Belváros-Lipótváros) Eating Nightlife Zrinyi utca Budapest Restaurants Cocktail Bars

Oxford and Cambridge Club
For nearly 200 years alumni of the two ancient universities have chosen to take up membership and enjoy the...Read more

Palace Theatre
The Palace Theatre was originally built by impresario Richard D'Oyly Carte as The Royal English Opera House in 1891,...Read more

Parcafé (at The Dorchester)
Parcafé is The Dorchester’s own artisanal coffee shop, serving a variety of delicious drinks and bites, located on...Read more
Nightlife Cafes & Coffee Shops Park Lane Explore London Mayfair
Part of The Dorchester Hotel

Phoenix Theatre
The Phoenix Theatre opened in 1930 with the premiere of Noel Coward's Private Lives featuring Coward himself in the...Read more

Piccadilly Institute
Piccadilly Institute is London’s craziest place to party, a labyrinth of rooms to explore, you'll find somewhere to...Read more

Piccadilly Theatre
At its grand opening in April 1928, the Piccadilly Theatre was one of the largest theatres to be built in London - as...Read more

Pig & Whistle Public House


Platinum Lace (London)
Platinum Lace London prides itself on being part of the latest generation of clubs with entertainment for the adult...Read more
Nightlife Gentlemen's Clubs Bars Strip Clubs Coventry Street Soho
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Platz
Budapest Eating Nightlife Bars Restaurants Cocktail Bars 5th District (Belváros-Lipótváros) Szent István tér

Playboy Club
One of the most recent additions to London’s West End, the Playboy Club has come back to London after closing its...Read more

Players Bar
Looking for something different on your night out? Let us entertain you with our range of live singer/pianists, who...Read more

Playhouse Theatre
The Playhouse Theatre is thrilled to announce the launch of a Coffee House set within the grand reception area of the...Read more

Pointer Pub (Teréz körút)
Popular British pub located on one of the main streets of Budapest. Open late on Fridays and Saturdays.Read more
6th District (Terézváros) Teréz körút Budapest Nightlife Pubs

Portobello House
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Ladbroke Grove Ladbroke Grove Kensington & Chelsea Nightlife Pubs


Primo Bar (at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London)
Masterful cocktails, chic design and the hottest local entertainers on the bar’s own stage make Primo Bar one of...Read more

Prince Edward Theatre
The Emporium draper's shop was demolished and work began on a new theatre, designed by Edward Stone and built by...Read more

Prince Of Wales
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Kensington Church Street Kensington & Chelsea Nightlife Pubs

Prince Of Wales Drury Lane
On the corner of Great Queen Street and Drury Lane sits this handsome Victorian pub. It was first established in 1850...Read more

Prince of Wales Theatre
The first hit production at the original Prince of Wales Theatre, initially known as Prince's Theatre, designed by...Read more
Nightlife Theatres Coventry Street Soho Approved Wedding Venues

Princess Victoria
Welcome to the Princess Victoria. First opened in 1830 and popular in Kensington ever since, the Princess Victoria is...Read more


Queens Theatre
Committed to providing the best facilities for patrons owner Cameron Mackintosh, one of the world’s most successful...Read more

Radio Rooftop Bar
Radio is a rooftop bar situated on the 10th floor of the ME London hotel with striking views across the river...Read more
Strand Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Accommodation Hotels Covent Garden



Royal Court Theatre
The Royal Court is the writers’ theatre. It is a leading force in world theatre for energetically cultivating writers...Read more

Sadlers Wells Theatre
Sadler's Wells is a world-leading creative organisation dedicated to dance in all its forms. With over three...Read more

Salt n Pepper
Salt’n Pepper restaurant is situated in the heart of Central London in Leicester Square and specialises in serving...Read more
Leicester Square Orange Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Eating Restaurants Indian Restaurants

Scarlet's (Covent Garden)
Covent Garden presents a quirky Bar & Club open until 3am! 2-4-1 cocktails & £4 Amstel Pints 5-8pm EVERYDAY! Read more
St Martin's Lane Upper St Martin's Lane Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden

Secrets (Holborn)
Secrets Holborn is conveniently located on the edge of the City of London (next to Chancery Lane tube station). Our...Read more

Shaftesbury Theatre
Welcome to the Shaftesbury Theatre. The largest independent theatre in the West End, we have been presenting high...Read more

She Soho
SHE is the only women-priority venue in London, drawing a great variety of LBTQ+ individuals all year round. SHE's...Read more
Old Compton Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Gay Bars

Shepherd Market Wine House
The creator of one of London’s hidden treasures, Pall Mall Fine Wine, now brings you Shepherd Market Wine...Read more

Simmons Bar (Fulham)
A charming late night cocktail bar boasting a fantastic FIVE hour long Happy Hour located just two minutes walk from...Read more

Simmons Bar (Liverpool Street)
The people have spoken and they want another Simmons! A brilliant two storey venue with a great little beer garden...Read more

Simmons Bar (Soho)
Simmons has taken its well deserved spot, bang in the middle of Soho! Set in a classically designed building just off...Read more
Bateman Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Home to: Simmons Bar (Clerkenwell) and Simmons Bar (Euston Square)


Smith & Whistle (at the Park Lane Hotel)
Mayfair’s local, Smith & Whistle takes inspiration from the fictional story of Detective Inspector Smith and his...Read more
Nightlife Bars Park Lane Mayfair
Part of Park Lane Hotel (Sheraton)

SophistiCats (Marylebone)
SophistiCats is a Premier Lap Dancing Club with a sumptuous lounge bar, 3 Stage Poles and Table Dancing. Located...Read more
Nightlife Marylebone Lane Marylebone Gentlemen's Clubs Strip Clubs

SophistiCats (Soho)
SophistiCats is a Premier Lap Dancing Club with a sumptuous lounge bar, 3 Stage Poles and Table Dancing. Located...Read more

Spíler Budában
Budapest Eating Restaurants Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Alkotás utca 12th District (Hegyvidék)


Stem + Glory


Sunset Strip
Sunset Strip London's hottest striptease club is also one of the oldest adult venues in Soho, with over 70 years of...Read more

Szimpla Kert
Budapest Bars Nightlife Cocktail Bars 7th District (Erzsébetváros) Kazinczy utca

Taittinger Terrace
The Taittinger Terrace is the best kept secret in Covent Garden - overlooking the bustling streets...Read more
Nightlife Gift Shops Pubs Catherine Street Drury Lane Covent Garden

Tamesis Dock
A floating pub on the South Bank of the Thames between Vauxhall and Lambeth Bridge Read more


Tattersalls Tavern
Tattersall Tavern is named after the famous Tattersall's horse market found by Richard Tattersall in 1766. The pub...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Knightsbridge Eating American Restaurants Burger Restaurants


The Ambrose Cafe at Heal's
The Ambrose Cafe located in Heal's furniture store, uses seasonal ingredients sourced in the UK to deliver an all-day...Read more
Eating Nightlife Cafes & Coffee Shops Fitzrovia Tottenham Court Road

The Antelope
The Antelope is a beautiful, traditional pub in Belgravia, with plenty of character and a history that dates back to...Read more

The Army & Navy Club
The Army & Navy Club was originally founded for former and serving officers of the British and Commonwealth Armed...Read more

The Athenaeum Club

The Back Room
Few would expect to find an understated and music-orientated hangout in the heart of Mayfair. Tucked away on Old Park...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Park Lane Old Park Lane Eating Pizza Restaurants Explore London Mayfair

The Bar (at The Dorchester)
For decades, The Bar at The Dorchester has been the ultimate destination for cocktails in London. Providing, London’s...Read more
Nightlife Bars Park Lane Explore London Mayfair
Part of The Dorchester Hotel

The Blacksmith & The Toffeemaker
Inauthentic chinese foodsustainability is often overlooked in the hospitality industry as venues seek to cut costs...Read more

The Blue Posts
The Blue Posts pub has been given a lease of life following the demolition of the existing site to provide a bigger,...Read more


The Box Soho
An exclusive theatre and nightlife experience set in a turn-of-the century playhouse. The Box brings back the...Read more


The Builders Arms
With our distinctive green exterior, it's easy to spot The Builder's Arms on the streets of Kensington. But it's not...Read more



The Chequers Tavern
Situated in the heart of London, in Duke Street St James, The Chequers Tavern represent the oldest of our...Read more
Nightlife Pubs St James's Gastro Pubs Duke Street St James's


The Court Pub
An oasis of calm, comfort and quality pub food.Read more

The Covent Garden Social Club
This is the LCC’s “brother from another mother” and was the original bar also from multi-award winning bartender JJ...Read more
Great Newport Street Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden

The Cross Keys (Covent Garden)
The Cross Keys is testimony to Londoners love of old fashioned Victorian pubs. It is the perfect place to lose track...Read more

The Devonshire Arms
A stone's throw from the boutique-lined streets of South Kensington, The Devonshire Arms has rustic character and...Read more



The Flying Horse
The Flying Horse is the last remaining pub on Oxford Street. Once known as The Flying Horse, its heritage can be...Read more

The Friendly Society
Friendly Society Bar is a hidden gem in the heart of Soho, serving cocktails and fine drinks.Read more

The Fumoir Bar (at Claridge's Hotel)
Secreted inside the timeless glamour of Claridge's art deco interior, The Fumoir bar is the quintessential hidden...Read more
Nightlife Bars Brook Street Mayfair
Part of Claridge's Hotel

The Gloucester
Join us at Gloucester. The Gloucester is a traditional London pub in Knightsbridge and records show that there has...Read more

The Griffin
The Griffin is arguably the finest Table-Dance venue in the area. Sit Back and enjoy the shows as beautiful girls...Read more

The Hamptons Bar (St. James’ Court Hotel)
With an air of sophistication, large elegant gilt mirrors and high-backed chairs, the décor creates a sense of...Read more
Nightlife Bars Accommodation Hotels
Part of St. James Court Hotel


The Hogshead At Covent Garden
Fancy a pub with a traditional feel, friendly staff, a wide range of selected ales, a large variety of delicious food...Read more



The In & Out (Naval & Military Club)
The In & Out (Naval and Military Club) is a St James’s private members club for ladies and gentlemen, and...Read more
Nightlife St James's St James's Square Private Members' Clubs Approved Wedding Venues



The Library Bar (at The Lanesborough)
A destination in itself, The Library bar attracts guests in residence and locals alike. Retaining an intimate,...Read more
Nightlife Bars Belgravia Hotels Hyde Park Corner
Part of The Lanesborough

The Light Lounge
Relax with friends in our stylish lounge setting and enjoy our bespoke cocktails (or your favourite classic), premium...Read more
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FAQs about Nightlife in London
The nightlife in London is brilliant. We have some of the best clubs in the world and the city is so exciting in itself that any clubbing experience is heightened.
We publish a list of the best nightclubs in London every week so check that out or take a look at top picks for London club events.
The best nightclubs in London and their location is rather subjective as there are great clubs in different areas of London each with a different vibe. Mayfair tends to have the most exclusive celebrity clubs whilst east London is a little bit cooler.
Soho has some good places too although you won't rub shoulders with high society if you cross over Regent Street.
The main areas in London for the best London clubs are Mayfair and Soho. Shoreditch and East London are becoming increasing popular too.
London nightlife is concentrated in a few different areas of London. If you visit to London is aimed at making the most of London nightlife then you are well advised to stay in one of those areas.
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