London is one of the most romantic cities in the world packed full of romantic restaurants, cosy wine bars, roof top bars with almighty view and once in a lifetime experiences all waiting to happen.
We have explored London and left no stone un-turned in looking for the best romantic experiences in London to suit anyone taste, interests and budget.
What to do in London this Valentines Day
Most romantic London Valentines Day experiences
View from the Shard
London’s most iconic view is having a Valentines Day makeover and you can purchase tickets to Valentines Day view from the Shard. The ticket includes entrance to the view, live music, fresh flowers and glasses of champagne to sip on.
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London Eye for Valentines Day
The London eye will glow pink for Valentines Day this year. You have the opportunity to purchase tickets and a glass of champagne for the experience as you watch London go by.
Separate tickets can be purchased for group or private cruising times.
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Off Piste Bar
Canary Wharf’s Off Piste bar offers a cosy winter night this Valentines Day. Book a space in the cabins and enjoy drinks with a view of the Canary Wharf skyline.
Covent Garden Comedy Club Valentines Day Special
For a Valentines Day with a laugh this year, why not head over to the Covent Garden Comedy Club and listen to the Valentines Day themed comedy from the skilled artists.
Nothing says I love you more than snuggling up and laughing the night away.
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Valentines Day in the Sky
Enjoy Valentines Day in the sky by heading up to the Sky Bar in London’s Victoria for a 3 course meal with champagne. Dine under candle light and enjoy the view of London lit up below you.
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London Cabaret Club’s Valentines Day Special – Gatsby with Love
Enjoy a Valentines Day Special cabaret show as you sip on drinks and enjoy he music and theatre performance. Transport yourself back in time as you take in the era of Gatsby.
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York and Albany Gingerbread Cabin Valentines Day Special
Head over to the York and Albany gingerbread cabin in Camden this Valentines day. At one of Gordon Ramsey’s restaurant you will not be disappointment with the food on offer as you romantically share champagne and fondue.
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Royal Observatory Under the Starts
Head over to Greenwich this Valentines Day as you marvel at the stars above and take on an evening on astronomy. Look through the telescopes and enjoy star gazing and spotting from below.
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Valentines Day Boat Cruise
Head on one of many river cruises cruising down the Thames on Valentines Day. Several options are available from afternoon tea, lunch or even a candle lit dinner. Some tour operators offer live bands and music to really make the evening special.
VIP cruises are hosted by Bateaux whilst more affordable cruises are hosted by City Cruises.
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Madison’s Rooftop Love Shack Package
Enjoy dining and drinking in a love shack at the iconic Madison’s Roof Top Bar. Snuggle under a blanket together as you enjoy the private area and the view. Sip on a bottle of Rose champagne whilst eating cheese, chocolate and fondue.
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Ballie Ballerson
Head over to Ballie Ballerson for a fun filled Valentines Day. The balls in the various pits have been turned seasonably pink to celebrate Valentines Day. Enjoy sipping drinks before jumping into the ball pits for a whirl wind of a Valentines Day.
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Valentines Day Aafternoon Tea at the Dorchester
A classy Valentines Day will be had for those choosing to have afternoon tea at the Dorchester. Their Valentines day afternoon tea offers Valentines themed sandwiches, scones and a election of pink pastries and cakes as well as the option to add champagne.
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The Berkley Private Roof Top Cinema
Watch a movie under the stars at the Berkley as you privately watch their Valentines movie When Harry Met Sally. Sit in your private pod as you snuggle under the stars and watch a romantic movie.
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Valentines Day at Sky Garden
Head on up to the Sky Garden to marvel at the view from the London Fenchurch Street’s Sky Garden. Sip on champagne and have a 3 course Valentines Day meal whilst marvelling at the view.
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Most romantic London restaurants
Clos Maggiore
Voted the most romantic restaurant in London many times over Clos Maggiore is a French style brasserie with a romantic twist. Sit under the floral ceiling and next to the raging fire place to have dinner at the most romantic restaurant in London.
Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden this one is must for a romantic night out. Book in advance to snag a table for Valentines Day.
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Hutong Shard
Dine on authentic Chinese food with a view that will make you go weak at the knees. Watch as London twinkles below you as you dine as Hutong at the Shard.
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Duck and Waffle
Dine sky high at London’s Liverpool Street as you enjoy Duck and Waffle. Feast on quirky meals and enjoy the drinks and extensive cocktail list of Duck and Waffle.
Be there for sunset for the most amazing view on a clear day.
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J Sheekey
Frequented by celebrities this bistro in the heart of London’s Covent Garden offers out of this work fish and seafood. Dine for Valentines Day under candle light.
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Sushi Samba
Take the lift up to the 28th Floor of the Heron Tower at Bishopsgate to enjoy authentic sushi at it’s best. The atmosphere is cosy and classy and the drinks menu makes you want to stay for a while.
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Sketch
This pink restaurant in the heart of Mayfair is the perfect place for Valentines Day. The pink themed room has everything you need for a Valentines Day meal. Choose from the special afternoon tea or dinner menu whilst you marvel at the quirky decor and in particular the egg shaped toilets.
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Most romantic pink restaurants and cafes
Elan Cafe
These famous pink flower cafes are certainly worthy of a Valentines Day date. Sip on tea and coffee or gorge on cakes and pasties as you enjoy the surroundings. Head to the Knightsbridge for the love heart wall.
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Peggy Porschen
This pretty pink and flowery bakery is every inch the picture of Valentines Day. Dine inside or outside with the backdrop of floral flower arrangements and enjoy the variety of cupcakes, cakes slices and macaroons.
Nutshell
This restaurant in Charing Cross is bursting with authentic Iranian vibes from the cool pink decor to the tiles floors and stair cases that will have you marvelling in awe. The perfect spot to try an alternative cuisine this Valentines Day.
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Humble Pizza
This humble pizza joint in Chelsea offers an array of vegan pizzas that will make you feel like your not missing out on anything. The pretty pink decor has everything you need for a healthy take on Valentines Day.
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Neptune
This pretty pink seafood restaurant in Bloomsbury has everything you need for a classy Valentines Day date. Dine in the comfort of the plush pink chairs and marvel at the surroundings.
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Kudu
The menu at this earthy venue is set to change to reflect the seasons. For Valentines Day expect warm earthy food for the winter season to warn you up. Nestled in the heart of Peckham the pink walls have the ultimate understated Valentines Day feels.
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Dona
Nestled in the heart of East London this mezcal restaurant and bar in Stoke Newington is the ideal place to have a low key mezcal bar and then drink the night away under the pink furnishings.
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Dyce
This ice cream cafe in London’s Marylebone allows you to enjoy the pink bubble chairs whilst gorging on ice cream and unlimited quirky toppings for a sweet Valentines Day.
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Kalifornia Kitchen
This kitchen is one to visit on the count of their sustainable, healthy, plant based dishes on offer with the backdrop of wonderful floral arrangements and a hot pink staircase to take centre stage.
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Genesis
This hip restaurant in the heart of London Shoreditch has everything you need for a funky vegan Valentines Day. Feast on burgers and tacos whilst you sip on cocktails for a Valentines Day to remember.
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Tonight Josephine
This pretty pink cocktail bar offers you the Valentines opportunity to sip on cocktails at happy hour under the pink florescent lights and dance and chat the night away.
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Simmons
This no frills pub and bar in the heart of Soho is decked out in full on pink for an intimate date night without the fancy price tag or expectations. Real ale and beer on offer as well as pub friendly meals.
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Palm Vaults
This simplistic cafe and bakery in London’s Hackney offers a light airy atmosphere filled with hanging baskets of fresh flowers and pretty pink walls and decor for the simplistic Valentines Day treat.
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Most romantic wine bars
Gordon’s Wine Bar
Nestled under the arches in London’s Charing Cross this dark and candle lit wine bar is the perfect spot to share a bottle for Valentine’s Day. Voted the number one wine bar in London many times over.
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Winemakers Club
The winemakers club in Faringdon is a brick built wine bar with a unique atmosphere. Take part in wine tasting and sample the bottles on offer this Valentines Day.
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Sager and Wilde
This off the beaten track wine bar in Hackney is old school and perfect for a Valentines low key. Brick exposed walls, low hanging lights and a huge array of wine for any taste.
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Terroirs
Mix organic wine and a selection of small plate tapas from Spain, France and Italy as you taste the European flavours and gorge on the huge selection of organic wines from European countries.
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Humble Grape
The humble grape offers boutique hand crafted wines from small vineyards around the world. They offer a variety of branches from Canary Wharf to Liverpool Street. Find the closest one to you this Valentines Day.
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Traders Wine Bar
Sitting on the edge of St Katherine’s Dock with a view of the dock and Tower Bridge in the background is Traders Wine Bar. Sip on the selection of wines whilst sampling platters of accompanying cheese and meats.
Bottles
Located in the historic Spitalfields market Bottles Wine Bar houses a large selection of wines from around the world as well as samplers of foods to match.
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Lady of the Grape
Located in London’s Covent Garden Lady of the Grape highlights women wine makers and houses tons of wines made by women around the world. Paired with platters and a selection of small plates this is an intimate empowering Valentines Day out.
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Most romantic roof top bars
Roof top St James
Sit above the rooftops of the West End of London as you gouge on champagne and fondue with the 3 course Valentine’s Day set menu.
Radio Rooftop
Located at the top of the ME Hotel in London. Radio Rooftop offers panoramic views of the city from comfortable sofa style seating. Dine on tapas and sip cocktails with a view this Valentines Day.
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Aviary Rooftop
On the rooftop of one of London’s best hotels in Finsbury Park Aviary rooftop has a one of kind view. Highlighting all of London’s biggest landmarks. Dine on the plush sofas or even inside an igloo this Valentines Day.
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Madison’s Roof Top
This famous roof top bar with the iconic view of St Paul’s is the perfect place to sip on drinks this Valentines Day. The restaurant is hosting a 3 course Valentines Day special whilst the roof top has a Valentines Day Love Shack.
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Coq d’Argent
This French brasserie offers excellent food and tasty wines as you look out at the view. Head on up to the roof top for views over the city from Bank.
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Sky Garden
London’s iconic Sky Garden offers a beautiful view over London. With a bar, coffee shop and restaurants at the top there is no shortage of things to do this Valentines Day.
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Searcy’s Bar
The bar at the very top of the iconic Gherkin in London’s Fenchurch Street district is a high class way to spend Valentines Day. Food is served alongside high class cocktails with a mouthwatering view over London.
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12th Knot
Located on the 12th floor of the Sea Containers this rooftop restaurant and bar has an almighty view of the Thames and the South Bank. Choose here to drink river side and enjoy the view on Valentines Day.
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Bar Elba
For a night under the stars in London’s Waterloo Bar Elba is the perfect spot. Covered in fair lights for Valentines Day this is a cosy one for you.
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Jin Bo Law
High above the famous Dorsett Hotel this winter Jin Bow Law is housing a Moet and Chandon roof top experience. Choose this for a classy Valentines Day with excellent views of the Gherkin.
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Aqua Spirit
This glitzy rooftop is a champagne and cocktail bar who’s view is breathtaking. The soft glow of the lights in the distance make for a romantic evening. In the heart of London’s Soho district.
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There is so much to do in London this Valentines Day. Let us know what you do or where you are celebrating in the comments.
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