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27 unforgettable gift experiences in London

Looking for fun London gift ideas for unmissable experiences? Find the best experience gifts in London and check out these London gift vouchers, from themed tours to the perfect experience presents for couples, families, friends and foodies.
Two women enjoying cakes displayed on a cake stand aboard a bus, with views of the London Eye in the background.
Admire incredible views of London while tucking into delicious treats on an afternoon tea bus tour. Image courtesy of Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour.

Discover the best London gift experiences to treat your loved ones to fun and original presents in the capital.

Take the family out on an exciting exploration of the city with the best London passes and themed tours. Treat your other half to a day at the spa, a romantic cruise or a cabaret show. Find the best West End deals and group activities for a memorable night out with your friends. Or pick from an incredible range of food experiences for all ages, from indulgent afternoon teas to cocktail masterclasses.

Whether you're looking for London gift ideas for a birthday celebration, a family treat or a fun evening out with a twist, the London experience gifts below have got you covered!

Best experience gifts for kids in London

A bronze statue of Paddington Bear in his blue coat holding a briefcase and tipping his red hat on a platform at Paddington station with a train in the background 
  1. Explore London’s top attractions with the kids for less, with The London Pass or the Go City London Explorer Pass: Visit as many attractions as you can and discover the city together on a fun bus tour or river cruise, with one of these two top money-saving passes.
  2. Or see must-see family attractions with the money-saving Merlin attractions pass: Visit the SEA LIFE London Aquarium, enjoy views from the London Eye, see famous faces at Madame Tussauds London and more.
  3. Go on a Harry Potter walking tour: Visit iconic locations from the films including the Ministry of Magic, the Leaky Cauldron and more on this guided walking tour.
  4. Take the kids on a Paddington Bear tour of London: Spot the beloved Peruvian bear’s statue at the station he’s named after, visit Mr Gruber's antique shop and many other locations with this fun family-friendly gift experience.
  5. Treat the family to a magical afternoon tea at Wands and Wizard Exploratorium*: Choose a magic wand and cast spells to control the tea stand and open a locked puzzle chest full of yummy treats on this experience gift for a family of four.

London experience gifts for two

spa room with purple and blue mood lighting, a small round jacuzzi and a pool, with sofa seating on the side of the room 
  1. Relax and unwind with a luxurious day at the spa: Enjoy an entire afternoon of pampering bliss, complete with treatments and access to spa facilities.
  2. Indulge in a romantic champagne afternoon tea in some of London's most stunning venues: For one of the most quintessentially British experiences for two in London, treat yourself and your other half to champagne afternoon tea at iconic venues such as Harrods, The St Pancras Renaissance Hotel or The Langham.
  3. Gaze at London’s twinkling skyline on an evening cruise on the Thames: Enjoy a glass of bubbly and tuck into delicious canapes while you admire the magical riverside views of London from the upper deck.
  4. Feeling adventurous? Head across the roof of a modern London icon with Up at The O2: Upgrade to toast your bravery with a glass of bubbly during the experience.
  5. Learn about the rich and colourful history of London at one of the city’s top attractions: Together, explore the Tower of London, visit St Paul’s Cathedral, step inside Buckingham Palace or climb aboard last surviving tea clipper Cutty Sark.
  6. Get tickets to one of London's best cabaret and burlesque shows: See exciting cabaret performances and burlesque dancing acts at iconic venues including The London Cabaret Club.

London experience gifts for her

ABBA Voyage performers on stage with red moon backdrop and live crowd with their arms up in the air at London's ABBA Arena. 
  1. Treat her to an incredibly fun day exploring London with a twist: Hop on a striking pink doubledecker bus and explore London while indulging in gorgeous treats with a Brigit's Bakery afternoon tea bus London tour.
  2. Get her tickets to an immersive theatre show, exhibition or experience: From singing her heart out to her favourites tunes at hit show ABBA Voyage to immersing herself in world-famous art masterpieces at the FRAMELESS exhibition.
  3. Or book a top West End show: Buy tickets to catch the best theatre shows, plays and musicals in London, from classics to critically acclaimed shows, with Lion King London tickets, Phantom of the Opera London tickets and The Book of Mormon London tickets.
  4. Surprise her with a guided tour of historic Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre: Discover one of London’s most remarkable and breathtaking theatrical spaces on a fascinating guided tour. The iconic Globe Theatre is a faithful reconstruction of the open-air playhouse in which Shakespeare worked, and for which he wrote many of his most famous plays.

London experience gifts for him

Two people standing on the pitch at Arsenal Stadium. 
  1. Treat him to one of the best adventure experiences in London: From bungee jumping and wakeboarding to trapeze lessons or speedboat tours, get his adrenaline flowing with the most adventurous activities in London.
  2. Get him tickets to a behind-the-scenes tour of his favourite sports team's stadium: From Wembley to Wimbledon, get a fascinating insight into the world of London sports with the best sports venue tours in London.
  3. If he's into art, book a private tour of Tate Britain or Tate Modern*: Discover the best of British and international contemporary art at one of London’s famous Tate galleries.
  4. More into old-school games and racing cars? Book him a spot at Capital Karts: Channel your inner Formula 1 champion as you compete for the fastest lap at London's indoor karting venue.

Best food experience gifts in London

Afternoon tea trays with cakes and scones, plates with finger sandwiches, a bottle and two glasses of champagne, plus tea, laid out on white tablecloth with red banquette seating and cushions in the background. 
  1. Treat yourself to an indulgent afternoon tea in London: Choose from traditional tea, unusual options, vegan creations or champagne afternoon tea experiences at iconic venues across the capital, from the Harrods Tea Rooms to the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel.
  2. Book a spot on a London cooking masterclass*: Create delicious sushi, make fresh pasta, bake incredible cakes or learn how to make your own batch of exquisite chocolates on one of London’s many wonderful cooking classes and workshops.
  3. Pick from dozens of cool London drinks experiences*: From cocktail masterclasses to gin distillery tours and whisky tastings, learn all about your favourite tipples and make your own concoctions with one of these top London drinks experience gifts.
  4. Enjoy a fabulous dining experience in London*: Choose from hundreds of memorable dining experience gifts combining two- or three-course meals with a show, a sightseeing tour and more!

Fun London experience gifts with a twist

Group of people in orange jackets celebrating inside the Crystal Dome of The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience in London. 
  1. Buy tickets to The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience London: Take on exhilarating challenges as you travel through four unique time zones based on the hit 1990s TV show.
  2. Enjoy an immersive cocktail experience at alternative bar Alcotraz: Don your orange jumpsuit, line up for your mug shot and put your stealth skills to the test with this fun prison cocktail experience gift.
  3. Roll the giant dice and move around the interactive board at Monopoly Lifesized: A great gift for families and friends, enjoy an interactive, multi-player, economics-themed game, based on the much-loved Monopoly board game.

Best gift cards London

two girls smiling and laughing on a zip line experience, with a cloudy blue background

  1. Not sure what to buy? Get a London gift voucher: Choose from various budgets and options for experiences in London, including gift vouchers for couples and birthdays.

Discover more things to do in London and ideas to treat your loved ones, from special tours and days out, to places to shop for unique gifts. If you’re after gift ideas for a special occasion, don't miss these luxury gifts and experiences in London.

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