London’s Best Indoor Activities to Escape Rainy Days 🌧️

July 30, 2025

Let’s face it—London weather is nothing if not unpredictable, and we’ve certainly been feeling it a lot more this summer than most. One minute it's blazing sun, the next it’s a full-on downpour and you’re rushing to find the nearest store to duck into for cover. But don’t let the gray skies ruin your plans, especially during the lengthy summer holidays you might be hoping to enjoy out in London! We’ve got you covered with some unforgettable indoor activities that are perfect for dodging a sudden rain shower.. Here are 5 awesome indoor activities that’ll keep you laughing, bonding, and buzzing no matter what’s going on outside!

1. Step into the spotlight at Quiz Room London 🎤

Ever dreamed of being on a TV gameshow? At Quiz Room London, you are the action. Buzzers, flashing lights, music rounds, logic challenges—you'll feel like a contestant in a live show. Drown out the sound of downpour outside with the sounds of dramatic music, cheering crowds, and shocked gasps in our quiz experiences built just for you! No sun? No problem! Quiz Room brings the heat indoors and our lovely venue is ready to welcome you with beverages, warmth, and more to keep you having a blast until the rain clears. There truly is nowhere quite like Quiz Room to escape those summer showers!

Why is Quiz Room the best choice for those rainy day holidays?

âś… Fully Indoor

  • No weather worries—sun, rain or hail, you’re covered!

âś… Fun for Everyone

  • From 8 to 88 years old, it’s a hit with kids, adults, families, friends, and colleagues alike.

âś… Amazing for Group Events

  • Whether it's team building, family bonding, birthday parties, or hen/stag do’s, we’ve got you covered for whatever you need!

âś… Unique & Immersive

  • Not just trivia—expect music, logic, memory, buzzer-action, and even high stakes deductions alongside your own Quiz Master host.

âś… Central London Location

  • Drop us into your day in London—easy booking, no travel fuss right in the heart of East London. Spitalfields is right around the corner!

âś… Bragging Rights

  • Win your game, get your team photo to share it with pride, and a voucher for a free game so you can plan your rematch. We even have t-shirts!

Feel free to customise the games to your liking! Want a slice of pizza alongside your questions? Sorted! An extra game after for half the price in case the weather hasn't cleared up yet? No problem! Quiz Room - and our handy staff - are more than ready to get things tailored just the way you want them. Pick from four different quiz experiences! From the classic Original Quiz with general knowledge questions you can even customize, matching the lyrics in our Music Quiz, keeping the young’uns entertained in our Kids Quiz Room, or try our brand new game The Mole where one of you knows the answers and it's up to you to figure out who! Plenty to choose from and experience right here at Quiz Room London!

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Quiz Room Game

2. Watch a cult classic at an indie cinema 🍿

Snuggle into a velvet seat and try not to fall asleep at one of London’s cosy indie cinema options. 2025 definitely is a great year for the movies, with remakes like Superman and The Fantastic 4, animated fun like The Bad Guys 2, or horror like Bring Her Back to make you wonder what’s scarier - the movie or the thunder outside! Titles like this can give you plenty to enjoy until the rain dies down outside. Did I mention the popcorn and slushies?

Cosy up in a velvet seat at Electric Cinema, Genesis, or the Prince Charles Cinema. Whether it’s a nostalgic throwback or the latest indie flick, it’s the perfect indoor lull to warm you up.

Indie Cinema

3. Go for a high score at London’s arcade scene 🕹️

Remember arcades? Now imagine them three stories tall, containing a go kart track, bowling, and virtual reality! London kicks the old school classic hang out up a notch with neon lights, slides to enter, and a multitude of activities to keep you clear of the weather for a while. These venues have plenty to choose from. Whether you’re wanting old classics like pinball and pacman, or wanting to strap in and fight off zombies up close and personal. London has what you never knew you needed to help keep you dry and happy.

Check out venues like Gravity Max Stratford or Babylon Park if you’re interested in some 8-bit fun.

Arcade Game

‍4. Give London some colour back by visiting some of its indoor greenery 🌿

Now I know for those teens and kids on their summer holidays, a bunch of plants might not sound too exciting, but…like most things - London takes what you know and dials it up to 11. Enjoy some plantlife way up indoors on one of London’s largest highrises, or enjoy one of London’s largest observatories located alongside a shopping centre with cafes, movies, and more to do.

Interested? Stop and smell the roses this summer holiday in places like Sky Gardens, or the Barbican Observatory.

Barbican Observatory

5. Practice the arts or dust off that singing voice in London’s interactive venues 🎤

Interested? For families that want to keep warm this summer holidays, why not try fanning the talented flames of your group at some of London’s creative based venues. For a classic option, there are plenty of karaoke and music options, where groups can sing or strum their hearts out to cast off the rainy day blues! For a more indie lofi option, why not try your hand at making some pottery, spraying some graffiti art, or candle making!

Those interested can find plenty of venues like ART PLAY, WeJam, and Lucky Voice Karaoke to get colorful and creative whilst the rain pours down.

Music Band

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