The staff were great. My family and friends commented on how great the staff were. From the door staff who helped my mum, to the lady who helped us setting up (tables, chairs, water, AC, etc) and the guy who helped with the tech. The room was also great, the flexibility to decorate and do what we wanted was wonderful.
Top Activity Bars in London
Londoners have turned socialising into a competitive sport, and activity bars are proof of it. Groups searching for Activity Bars in London can find venues featuring shuffleboard, darts, mini golf, karaoke, arcade games, and much more across Soho, Shoreditch, and beyond. These spaces combine entertainment with food and drinks, making them popular for birthdays, work socials, and celebrations. Many locations also provide private hire options for larger groups. Take a look below and start planning a night people will actually talk about afterwards.
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from £1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityZombie Entire Venue
80120Zombie Games Café & BarKilburn StationKilburn, London#Supervenue
AArchanna A.
“We received so many compliments from our guests who said the venue was so fun and different.” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor Bar
80The Oxford MarketOxford Circus StationFitzrovia, London#Supervenue
RRicky S.
“Booking this venue with Thea beforehand was so easy, so a lot of credit goes to her too.” -
from £97
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBoutique Karaoke Room
2030ExhibitBalham StationBalham, London#Supervenue
IIndira
“I booked the venue for 4 hours of karaoke on my birthday and it was fantastic!” -
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Pool Room
8090Heist BankPaddington StationPaddington, London#Supervenue
FFrances S.
“Accessible venue and in a nice location. Excellent value for money to book, very easy to book online.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
60The StarmanPiccadilly Circus StationMayfair, LondonVValentina A.
“The space is very versatile, making it ideal for different styles of parties.” -
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor
608026 Curtain RoadOld Street StationShoreditch, London#Supervenue
AAdrija D.
“We hired the venue for an event and I couldn't recommend it highly enough.” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPatch Main Bar
120240Patch St Paul'sBlackfriars StationBlackfriars, London#Supervenue
DDouglas H.
“Amazing venue, location and extremely friendly and helpful staff. Great place to throw a birthday party!” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue
3580Prosecco HouseLondon Bridge StationSouthwark, LondonRRomu E.
“The hosts were very attentive, and helpful. I have recommended the venue to my friends for future events.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Main Bar
3650EsterChalk Farm StationPrimrose Hill, London#Supervenue
EEmma N.
“Lovely, helpful staff - both through the booking stage and on the night of the event. Great location.” -
from £1020
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityChampagne Bar
50120Beaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonSSyrona V.
“Amazing staff great service from booking the venue right up until the lights came on at the end of party!” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityLouie's
70180Red Dog Saloon HoxtonOld Street StationHackney Borough, London#Supervenue
MMelissa B.
“Drinks were delicious! Highly recommend the space! Communication for the booking was super smooth.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Arch
3050SAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London#Supervenue
AAnonymous
“Amazing venue! I hired a space for my 30th birthday party and it couldn't have been more perfect.”
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FAQs about Top Activity Bars in London
Booking costs of activity bars average £1000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £22 | to £38 | per person |
| From £97 | to £700 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Ground Floor Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I would not hesitate in booking this venue again in the near future.’ -
Zombie Entire Venue at Zombie Games Café & Bar in Kilburn - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is so unique and right up our alley.’ -
Boutique Karaoke Room at Exhibit in Balham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was kind and very helpful, and everyone loved that they could use the QR code to order to the room.’
You'll find activity bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1.3 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Boom Box Bar at Black Tap
on 4 Glasshouse Street - 1.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The space itself was ideal – intimate yet still spacious enough for everyone to feel comfortable.’ -
Mezzanine at Box Piccadilly
on 23 Shaftesbury Avenue - 1.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Mezzanine — Lounge in Box Piccadilly. A raised, semi-private social level that overlooks the venue's main activity floor and organises casual seating into small clusters. -
The Hide at Clays Soho
on 77 Brewer Street - 1.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Overall, it was a very positive and memorable experience, and we would highly recommend Clay Soho.’
Smaller activity bars usually fit up to 60 guests. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:
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The Studio at Exhibit, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘I booked the venue for 4 hours of karaoke on my birthday and it was fantastic!’ -
The Upside Down at Zombie Games Café & Bar, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue the staff were polite would definitely hire again...’ -
Studio Bar at Maxwell's Bar and Grill, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 55 guests
Our user said: ‘I booked Maxwells for my sisters surprise birthday party.’
Cheap activity bars in London start from £100 hire fee per day or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
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The Whole Venue at Simul Place, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue and would happily book again.’ -
Whole Venue at The Dalston Lounge, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 160 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue was really lovely and I had the best time, really would recommend this place - thanks again so much!’ -
VIP Room at Roxy Ball Room - Old Street, London, from £15 per person (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: The VIP Room is a private space that combines music with games. With karaoke, pool, Neo Shuffle, and tech darts all in one room, plus a private bar and bathrooms, it works for birthdays, work events, and social gatherings.
In London, activity bars are most commonly booked for 35 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
| Party | Usually between £500 and £2,200. |
User who booked Upper Arch at SAMA Bankside for 45 guests
said: ‘Booked the upper arch for my birthday and had a blast! Pizzas were gorgeous, space was amazing.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £2,000. |
User who booked Champagne Bar at Beaufort House Private Rooms for 80 guests
said: ‘Hope to be back at some point in the future!’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,000 and £5,900. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Prosecco House for 40 guests
said: ‘Service was amazing and so were the food and drinks. Great location.’ |
| Engagement Party | Usually between £1,000 and £3,000. |
User who booked The Main Bar at Ester for 40 guests
said: ‘Lovely, helpful staff - both through the booking stage and on the night of the event.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £750 and £1,500. |
User who booked The Studio at Exhibit for 40 guests
said: ‘Great location, parking available and I would definitely use this venue again or recommend it.’ |
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Ideal for our hen party. Privacy and enough space. We pre-booked the food which arrived exactly when we had asked. The food was also very tasty. The waiters were very accommodating and it all ran very fluently. We were able to play games and have a paint sip session without fuss. It was exactly what we wanted for the hen party and also in our budget which was ideal.
It was quick and easy to communicate with the team. The food was very good. It included vegetarian/vegan options which were also good. The space has large windows which was good to get sunlight in- most pub function rooms we aw were dark and in the basement. The room has dart board, speakers, and three TVs. Service was on time per the schedule we agreed. The location is at a very convenient location close to Liverpool Street station and Moorgate station.
From 1st point of contact with Hugo and the team the service was exceptional. The Wildwood Room was perfect for our party of 20 and the food from the Christmas menu was delicious. The hosts were accommodating and everyone commented how great the venue was. We’ll definitely go back.
This studio was fantastic and excellently equipped. All the props and kit you would need. Andy was available to help with all queries and was a pleasure to work with. We'll definitely be coming back.
It was a great experience. Helen is amazing. Super positive and helpful. Really kind. Would definitely recommend.
It was a great space, perfect for what we needed. Andrew was professional and friendly. Nothing went wrong!
Great Staff, Great Cocktails................... We never wanted the party to end! Thanks so much X
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