Best Immersive Experiences In London

Sometimes we need a bit of escapism in the capital and reading Harry Potter for the tenth time ain't going to cut it. Fortunately our city has a whole heap of immersive experiences to take you away from the sky scrapers; from the strange and the unusual, through to partying like it's the 1920s, these are the best immersive experiences London has in store for the adventurous.

Last updated on 16th November 2023




DRINK & PLAY: The Hunt for The Smoking Caterpillar - Comedy escape room + immersive theatre experience

@ Ninth Life on Saturday 27th January 2024 and 2 other Saturdays

Head down the rabbit hole with an evening at Ninth Life's The Hunt for the Smoking Caterpillar. An immersive theatrical experience, escape room and murder mystery in one, this quirky event is filled with kooky characters and is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Wizard Exploratorium

How's this for an immersive London experience? Step through the doors of this five-storey Soho spot and you'll be transported into a magical realm. Wizard Exploratorium is entertaining Harry Potter fanatics with its incredible decor, brilliant events - wand-making workshops anyone? - and quirky afternoon teas.

Mazer Zone

On the hunt for an immersive experience in Camden? Then make your way to Mazer Zone. This cool escape room-style spot will have you completing challenging puzzles in order to steal precious jewels from a Hatton Garden safe, or using your skills to save the world.

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

@ President Hotel on Various dates from Sunday 10th December 2023

Turning one of the nation's best-loved sitcoms into a smash hit experience, this piece of immersive dinner theatre is putting seating you in the Faulty Towers dining room for a three-course meal you won't forget. Interact with a host of iconic characters and enjoy one truly original take on your favourite comedy.

The Murdér Express

@ Pedley Street Station on Various dates from Sunday 10th December 2023

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Is there anything better than a delicious dinner with fantastic entertainment? We thought not. Then be sure to check out The Murdér Express, an immersive experience in Pedley Street Station along with a four-course meal.

Hyper Reality

Hyper Reality is the London experience that's offering everything from a karaoke singalong to a VR rollercoaster and go-kart experience. If a cyberpunk immersive venue sounds like you're idea of a good time, then you've come to the right place.

Trapped

Fancy trying out a quirky immersive experience in the heart of Greenwich? Then Trapped is for you. From adrenaline-fuelled adventures running away from zombies to spy-themed activities where you identify double agents, this venue has it all.

Darkfield

This immersive experience is bringing all the drama to you. Inspired by Capgras delusion - the belief that someone has been replaced by a replica - DARKFIELD is an audio performance designed for you and a mate. 

Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience

@ 56 Leadenhall Street on Various dates from Sunday 10th December 2023

At Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience, you'll feel like you've been dropped into a real-life alien invasion. Get ready for incredible effects, live actors and VR, taking you through deserted Victorian houses and even up to Mars.

GIN HOUSE BURLESQUE

Located in a secret Shoreditch members club, gin-house burlesque immerses you in an old-world style night of fun. Head to East London to watch burlesque dancers dazzle with Josphine Baker-inspired acts and a soundtrack that will keep you partying until the early hours.

Jury Games

When it comes to brilliant immersive experiences in London, Jury Games blow it out of the water. Hosting a couple of unique events, it'll see you using your noggins to solve a case. You'll need to evaluate evidence, work with live actors and so much more.

DRINK & PLAY: THE LORDS APPRENTICE LIVE! Comedy immersive team game

@ Ninth Life on Saturday 13th January and Saturday 10th February 2024

Get ready for an immersive boardroom battle that goes beyond your usual meetings - over at The Lords Apprentice Live from Ninth Life, you'll put your heads together to create hilarious last-minute pitches around Lord Sugarplum's bizarre requests (fashion brand for giraffes, anyone?).

Escape Entertainment

Whether you want to be tasked with solving the murder of a West End star or get stuck into a jewellery heist, Escape Entertainment 60-minute immersive games are sure to hit the spot. Crack clues and solve puzzles with your group here.