Date ideas in London

Not sure where to begin? I’ve gathered some of my favourite places and experiences around London to make planning effortless. Whether you’re in the mood for something relaxed or a little more refined, let this be your guide to a memorable time together.

Dinner and drinks

Gaia (Mayfair) – High-end Greek dining with refined interiors and a chic crowd

Harry’s Bar (Marylebone) – Relaxed, classic Italian restaurant with warm service

Bocconcino (Mayfair) – Italian, stylish, with great atmosphere and lively music

Brasserie of Light (Selfridges) – Grand art deco space with modern European dishes

HIDE (Piccadilly) – For something Michelin-starred, minimalist, and deeply elegant

Daphne’s (Chelsea) – Cosy yet refined family-run Italian restaurant

Balthazar (Covent Garden) – Bustling French brasserie, perfect for pre/post theatre

Lucky Cat (City of London) – Gordon Ramsay’s opulent Asian-inspired restaurant

Duck & Waffle (City of London) – 40th-floor views, British and European cuisine

Theatre, cinema and shows

Evita (The London Palladium) – until 6 September 2025

Moulin Rouge! (Piccadilly Theatre) – until 21 February 2026

101 Dalmatians – The Musical (Eventim Apollo) – 18 July 2025 – 30 August 2025

Tosca (Royal Opera House) – 11 September – 7 October 2025

Rambert Dance in Peaky Blinders (Sadler’s Wells) – 5 – 16 August 2025

Daily jazz shows at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club (Soho)

Cinemas:

Electric Notting Hill
Prince Charles Cinema (mainly classic films)
ODEON Luxe Leicester Square

Hotels

The Ned (City of London) – Former bank with a rooftop pool and speakeasy-style bar

The Connaught (Mayfair) – Quiet luxury with a world-renowned cocktail bar

The Peninsula (Belgravia) – Ultra-modern elegance with a tranquil garden courtyard

Rosewood (Holborn) – A grand yet intimate gem – perfect for romantic rendezvous

The Langham (Marylebone) – London’s original grand hotel with a luxurious spa

Shangri-La The Shard (City of London) – Sky-high views and a glass infinity pool

Corinthia (Embankment) – Opulent, calm, and spa-focused

Four Seasons Park Lane (Mayfair) – Hyde Park views and rooftop wellness

The Savoy (Covent Garden) – Sweeping Thames views and Gordon Ramsay’s grill restaurant

Chateau Denmark (Soho) – Pleasure-seekers’ playground with an rebellious atmosphere

Activities

Taking a cooking class together
Wine tasting experience
Classical music concert
Couples massage in a spa
Go clubbing on a Friday or Saturday night (I have some good recommendations!)

Museums:

The Wallace Collection
Victoria and Albert Museum
Tate Britain
National Gallery

The above is just a small selection of the places and activities I recommend in London.

You are more than welcome to come up with your own suggestions! :)