UNITED KINGDOM · SHOW
14 reviewed
Here are the 14 best shows, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is at the top for a reason, but read past it: the second or third often fits a tighter day better.
Comedy horror in York on a 1960s Routemaster bus, with a funny conductor and haunted landmarks for 75 minutes of chills.
“Amazing from start to finish. Both driver and tour guide top notch. Would highly recommend”
A Vegas-style cabaret in Blackpool with reserved table seating, non-stop live music, comedy, and dance across the decades.
“Fantastic night, great music and laughter. The staff were very helpful and friendly would definitely go back”
Adult comedy and magic at Smoke & Mirrors in Bristol. Ticketless check-in, 8:45 show, laughs, close-up magic, 18+ night out.
“Absolutely without doubt the best comedy/magic show I’ve been too & my partner proposed so a night we won’t ever forget.”
Walk Stratford-upon-Avon’s streets with a guide, covering 14 centuries and Shakespeare sites in a 90-minute tour for about $16.
“Interesting facts, interesting places at a relaxed pace and delivered with wonderful humour”
Comedy and close-up magic in Bristol at Smoke & Mirrors. 1920s-style theatre, two magicians, laughs, and drinks available for $35.69.
“Whole experience was great, perfect anniversary treat for my husband. Enjoyed the comedy with the magic.”
75 minutes on a classic open-top Routemaster comedy show with Lord Larksford and Cheeksworth. Clear surround sound and London highlights.
“The tour leader knows exactly what he is explaining and talking about. The way how he told the story made me really laugh!”
Comedy and magic in a tiny 1920s theatre pub in Bristol, with close-up warm-ups, audience laughs, and a 90 minute show.
“Really great experience, magicians are great, loads of audience participation. Drinks fair price, good service from bar staff and door staff friendly and welcoming.”
West End Speakeasy burlesque in Covent Garden. See Miss Tempest Rose, dress up, and enjoy a 2-hour queer cabaret show.
“seating behind a pillar and was unable to watch the full show. this should be disclosed upon booking. quality of the show was very average for a West End one.”
A family-friendly 90-minute close-up magic show in central Blackpool at Russ Brown's House of Secrets. Interactive tricks, bar drinks, mobile tickets.
“Excellent show! Well worth the money, would defo book again next time i come. Will definitely be recommending to family and friends”
See a live Royal Observatory planetarium show at the Peter Harrison Planetarium, plus London views, for around 30 minutes of star science.
“Incredible, eye opening and extremely fascinating I loved every minute of it”
A small-group Beyond Paradise locations walk in Looe, Cornwall, linking real filming spots to DI Humphrey Goodman scenes in 90 minutes.
“A very interesting experience and excellent knowledgeable tour guide . Also a nice steady walk at a reasonable pace”
Upbeat Forbidden Nights male revue at Infernos Clapham, plus a cast photo moment and entry to the after-party until 3am.
Laugh your way through a South Bank stand-up lineup at Big Belly Bar and Comedy Club. Four to six comics in 2 hours.
“Great comics and set up, good venue to get drinks before, during and after the show and good food options available”
Comedy Carnival in Covent Garden brings international stand up comedy, guaranteed entry, and a late bar after the show every Fri or Sat.
“Note: the show starts at 20h30 and not 19h30. I guess the show is rather for local people than international public.”
