One of the most famous quotes about London is attributed to Samuel Johnson, the compiler of the first English dictionary: “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.”
London’s nightlife changes, but there is always something to find here. If you are looking for pubs, late-night venues, clubs, or something a little more adventurous, this page points you in the right direction.
This page is here to help you explore the greatest city in the world.
If you want to ease into the evening, start with a few bars and pubs around London before moving on to later venues.
Soho remains the vibrant centre of the gay community. While Vauxhall and Shoreditch have grown in popularity, the heart of the scene still beats strongly in the city’s core.
There are still plenty of places for a great pub crawl, and the ones below are a good place to begin.
London is often thought of as an early city, but the night goes on in plenty of places. As the evening deepens, people drift towards their favourite spots and the vibe changes with them.
London tends to have more late-night venues than traditional clubs, which can be especially appealing if you are after something a little kinkier.
Sometimes you want more than a pub or a club. When that happens, here are a few other places worth knowing about or where you can find out about what is happening in the capital.
