London is chock-full of amazing places to visit, from Big Ben to Harrods to the Shard, but there is more to this city than common tourist landmarks. It plays host to some incredible locales where visitors can experience something entirely one-of-a-kind.
If you’re looking to add something new to your bucket list, make sure to keep reading.
The Hippodrome Casino
Right in the middle of a triangle formed by Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and St Paul’s Cathedral sits the UK’s biggest casino, the Hippodrome Casino. While the history of the building can be traced back to 1900, it was only opened to the public as a casino in 2012.
From then on, it has welcomed millions of visitors every year, thanks to factors like its advantageous location. Moreover, the lack of an entry fee or membership requirement, paired with it being open 24/7 has pretty much guaranteed its continuous success.
Thanks to its popularity, it has managed to easily expand into the online world, now accessible from PCs and smartphones, with an app also readily available.
Nowadays, users can enjoy a similarly immersive experience by playing one of Hippodrome’s virtual or live casino games from anywhere in the UK. Some of these games are hosted directly from the brick-and-mortar establishment, all done through live video and audio feeds.
But there is more to this locale than just casino games. There are currently seven floors that make up this establishment, with a detailed guide available on their official website. There’s even a virtual tour available, so you can familiarize yourself with the establishment prior to your visit.
Here you’ll find eateries like Chop Chop Chinese, electrifying entertainment such as the Magic Mike Live show, and more. Going here will automatically allow you to enjoy a whole host of activities, without having to go anywhere else.
Dans le Noir?
When you think of restaurants, the word unusual is not one you’d want to hear. At least, not typically. However, in this case, the peculiarity of this establishment adds to its appeal. Situated in the heart of London, Dans le Noir? offers the unique experience of dining completely in the dark. You read that right, eating in pitch-black darkness is what you’ll be getting here.
And as if that wasn’t enough, you won’t know what you’ll be eating until you actually take a bite. The menu, curated by their chefs, is not available in advance; the only thing you can do is advise them of what you can’t eat and how many courses you want to enjoy. However, their drinks menu is available upon arrival.
While this type of experience may not be for the faint of heart, it will challenge your current perception of flavor as your other senses are heightened, including taste and feel. And you don’t have to be afraid that you’ll be left to your own devices.
Their staff, comprised of blind and visually impaired people, will assist and guide you accordingly. As a last note, we’d like to advise you to book in advance to ensure you manage to get a table and avoid any disappointments.
Venturing outside of your comfort can sometimes be a bit scary, but the memories made can be invaluable. So, if you want to enjoy some underrated experiences, make sure not to miss out on any of the above. Regardless if you’re a local or a visitor, we’re certain there’s a place for the aforementioned on your bucket list.