The best places to go in London on New Year’s Eve

Fancy spending NYE with the king? You can wiggle on down at Boisdale of Canary Wharf and enjoy a live music experience with Suspiciously Elvis! Dig out your finest 70s attire and dance the night away to all his greatest hits at this lively two-floor venue overlooking the Cabot Square fountains, where there’ll be DJs, tasty food and a wide range of drinks on offer. Boisdale is London’s number one jazz venue and it’s also well known for its incredible whisky selection and aged steaks. If this sounds like your kind of venue, book your tickets now!

Why not make New Year’s Eve extra special for the kids by taking them for a meal on the Southbank before heading down the Thames riverside for a front-row view of London’s firework display? Strada Southbank is situated right on the water and serves up delicious Italian dishes including wood-fired pizza, pasta, risotto and much more. Strada’s £7.75 kid’s menu is inclusive of any starter, main, side, dessert and drink, with plenty of child-friendly options such as spaghetti carbonara, margherita pizza and an irresistible chocolate and hazelnut dessert pizza, which is always a crowd-pleaser with the little ones!

Unleash your inner child in Ballie Ballerson’s giant adult-sized ball pit! This neon-lit cocktail bar has over a million balls for you to bounce around in, plus plenty of RnB, disco and house hits to dance the night away. Expect colourful cocktails with candy treats, glittery shots (we recommend the Unicorn and Rainbows) and some delicious pizzas on offer. Ballie Ballerson has plenty of special events going on over the festive period so we’re sure New Year’s Eve will be a hoot here!

Why not get dressed up to the nines and see in the New Year in style at Arc Le Salon? This Mayfair lounge and restaurant simply oozes glitz and glamour, making it a great place to come with your other half or a group of friends if you’re looking for a more sophisticated New Year’s Eve experience. Expect elegant cocktails made with the finest quality ingredients, incredible décor with Instagrammable ceiling installations, and a sultry late-night bar area to sip a glass of bubbly in. You’ll need an advance booking for this venue, so make sure you grab your table ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

This cosy British pub in the heart of Soho will have a DJ counting everyone down to midnight this year, with plenty of bubbles, craft lagers and signature cocktails on offer to get you in the celebratory spirit, plus a scrumptious seasonal food menu available if you’re feeling peckish. Situated just off Carnaby Street, this buzzing spot will be right in the centre of all the hubbub, so you’re guaranteed lively New Year’s Eve vibes.

Join Simmons Bar in Soho on 31st December for the Bottomless NYE party for great vibes and bottomless drinks from 8pm until 2am. Yes, you read that correctly – six hours of free-flowing drinks! On the stereo, there’ll be pop, funk and soul, hip hop and RnB to shake your tail feathers to. Tickets start at £50 for the night, which include bottles of house beer, glasses of wine, single house spirit and mixer drinks as well as soft drinks. Or upgrade to a premium ticket for £60, which will get you all that plus draught beer, glasses of Prosecco, premium spirits, and VIP entry!

Why not ring in 2024 with a luxurious meal overlooking London’s skyline? Aqua Shard is situated on level 31 of The Shard and is home to, arguably, some of the most epic views in London. With floor-to-ceiling windows, you’ll have a panoramic view of the city, which is perfect if you’re seeking a spectacular sight of all the city’s fireworks displays. The food menu features contemporary and seasonal British plates that will be sure to please any foodie. This swanky venue is definitely on the higher end of the budget, but what better occasion to splash the cash and enjoy yourself than on New Year’s Eve?

Bottomless pizza? Check. Prosecco brunch? Check. DJs playing great tunes? Check. If this sounds like your idea of a good time, head on down to Flight Club in Shoreditch for a New Year’s brunch celebration on 31st December. Each guest will enjoy their own bottle of Prosecco and two hours of bottomless pizza, as well as the option to include one hour of social darts for a fun and interactive darts experience with your pals. Teetotal guests and designated drivers can also enjoy some delicious mocktails in lieu of the Prosecco, plus there’s also the option to go vegan and gluten-free on the pizzas – so everyone’s catered for!

Planning on hitting the nightclubs in Soho but fancy lining your stomach with some yummy pizza first? Make your way over to Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana on Wardour Street for some authentic Neapolitan pizza, with over 14 delicious homemade options to choose from including an array of vegan and vegetarian options. There’s also an extensive cocktail list if you fancy an expertly made Aperol Spritz or Espresso Martini to whet the whistle before your big night out!

If you’re planning on seeing in 2024 whilst watching London’s official fireworks display from the London Eye, why not head to Cubana for some tropical cocktails beforehand to get you in the mood? Situated just a stone’s throw away from the Thames riverside, you’ll be right in the heart of the action at Cubana’s Waterloo venue. Expect delicious Cuban street-style food, fresh cocktails, vibrant music and great vibes all night long. There’s also a daily happy hour from 4-7pm!

The Sebright Arms feels like a secret hidden in plain sight. It’s tucked away down a narrow lane off bustling Hackney Road, which makes an evening here even more thrilling. This venue is known for its craft beer, decent pub grub and buzzy live music performances (many big name bands and artists played some of their first gigs here!), so you can expect a cool, cultural crowd. Last year, the countdown to New Year was celebrated with live music, DJ sets and even karaoke, so you can likely expect another jam-packed evening of entertainment this year. Keep an eye on the socials so you don’t miss out!

Fridays at Dalston Superstore are already notoriously raucous and colourful affairs, so you can only imagine what these guys have got in store for New Year’s Eve! Last year began with an NYE brunch, which is hosted by what’s described as ‘East London’s maddest and messiest alt-cabaret stars’. This then evolved into a classic Superstore party until 4am, consisting of music, dancing and all-round queer exquisiteness. One thing’s for sure, if you actually remember NYE here, then you’ll probably never forget it either…

This retro-inspired tiki rum bar in Notting Hill mixes just the right amount of taste with a certain amount of kitsch. You’ll find swish interiors that will make you feel like Mad Men’s Don Draper when he goes on holiday to Hawaii. The menu features tasty, tropical concoctions made well and with quality spirits, including six different kinds of daiquiris, a sizzlingly spicy marg that will keep you perky for the midnight countdown, and a number of show-stopping sharing cocktails that you can show off about on your Instagram…

This speakeasy is tucked away beneath the Kentish Town pavement, and when you walk in, it kind of feels like you’ve ended up at an afterparty in some bohemian’s basement. There are exposed brick walls, worn out rugs, taxidermy on the walls, and even a dog—which is very much alive, by the way! What makes this place much better than some random’s living room though, is the fact that you can sip an incredible cocktail rather than a warm beer from the local off license. The menu features twists on classic concoctions using homemade infusions that change seasonally. With capacity for only around 30 people, the atmosphere is sure to be electric on NYE, but you should definitely book soon to avoid disappointment!

Imagine spending the last hours of 2023 cosied up with your nearest and dearest in an igloo overlooking Tower Bridge? It might sound like a dream, but it can be very much a reality at Coppa Club. In addition to its festive igloos adorned with fur and foliage, there’s a mingling menu that features indulgent bites such as pigs in blankets, parmesan croquettes and zucchini fritti – exactly what you need to soak up all the cocktails you’ll inevitably want to try! Crème Brûlée Martini? Yes please.