Things to do with friends in London, ON

What are fun things to do with friends in London?

We checked 56 real places in London, ON from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+) and 8 sights. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 8 parks and outdoor spots, 8 game spots, 8 sports venues and 8 places to shop in London, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

Royal Canadian Regiment Museum to Broughdale Pub

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Royal Canadian Regiment Museum

    Elizabeth Street, London, ON N5Y 2K5

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Fanshawe Optimists Little League Park

    65, London, ON N5X 1Z5

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Kelsey's

    Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at SilverCity

    1680 Richmond Street, London, ON N6G 3Y9

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at Thompson Arena

    Phillip Aziz Avenue, London, ON N6G 1H2

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Oxbury Centre

    Oxford Street East, London, ON N5Y 1C8

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at A&K

    Huron Street, London, ON N5Y 4J5

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Broughdale Pub

    Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 2K9

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

Museum of Ontario Archaeology to Players

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Museum of Ontario Archaeology

    1600 Attawandaron Road, London, ON N6G 3M6

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore McCormick Park

    London, ON

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Boston Pizza

    Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6H 5K9

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at J2 Bouldering

    1828 Blue Heron Drive, London, ON N6H 0B7

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Sherwood Forest

    1225 Wonderland Road North, London, ON N6G 2C2

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Rainbow Cinema

    355 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3N7

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Plaza Sushi

    60 North Centre Road, London, ON N5X 3W1

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Players

    Calgary Street, London, ON N5W 4X6

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Museum London to Bungalow

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Museum London

    421 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6A 2P3

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore batting cage

    London, ON N5V 2H9

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Barakat

    1149 Western Road, London, ON N6G 5K8

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Forest Glen Miniature Golf

    Oxford Street West, London, ON N6H 1T4

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at Stronach Arena

    Michael Circle, London, ON N5V 2E6

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Citi Plaza

    355 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3N7

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Porcino

    1700 Hyde Park Road, London, ON N6H 0A3

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Bungalow

    Cheapside Street, London, ON N6A 2A4

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in London

Real places in London for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit Uplands Trail

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeLondon, ON
  2. Eat at Kelsey's

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3
  3. Go to Fleetway Bowling

    Mini golf, bowling and arcades are easy for kids. Check the hours before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)Oxford Street West, London, ON N6H 1T4
  4. Go to Tin Cup

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 1K1
  5. Snack stop at Starbucks

    A quick stop for drinks and a snack between activities.

    $8–18 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road West, London, ON N6G 5B3

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Date night ideas in London

Real places in London for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Coffee at Tim Hortons

    Short, cheap, and easy to make longer if it goes well.

    $8–18 (estimate)1001 Fanshawe College Boulevard, London, ON N5Y 5R6
  2. Walk through Powell Park

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    Free800, London, ON
  3. Look around Secrets of Radar Museum

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Observer Road, London, ON N5V 5J1
  4. Play a round at East Park Mini Golf

    Something to do together, so you are not just making small talk across a table.

    $15–30 (estimate)Hamilton Road, London, ON N5W 6G5
  5. Dinner at Kelsey's

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3
  6. Drinks at The Black Pearl (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 5B4

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Things to do with a large group in London

Real places in London for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Bowling at Fleetway Bowling

    Teams take turns, so everyone stays in the game. Book lanes ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)Oxford Street West, London, ON N6H 1T4
  2. Play at Cineplex

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)755 Wonderland Road South, London, ON N6K 1M6
  3. Park time at Doidge Park

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeLondon, ON
  4. Dinner at Kelsey's

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3
  5. Drinks at Golddiggers (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)Dundas Street, London, ON N5V 3Z1

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Weekend in London with friends

A two-day plan of real places in London, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: Jet Aircraft Museum

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)2465 Aviation Lane, London, ON N6C 1V2
  2. Saturday lunch: Kelsey's

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3
  3. Saturday afternoon: Pebblecreek Park West

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreeLondon, ON
  4. Saturday night: Carey's Bar & Grill (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)1569 Oxford Street East, London, ON N5V 1W5
  5. Sunday morning: coffee at Starbucks

    A slow start for the last day. Quick, cheap, and easy to fit a group in.

    $8–18 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road West, London, ON N6G 5B3
  6. Sunday afternoon: Landmark Cinemas

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)Montgomery Gate, London, ON N6E 3A9

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Birthday ideas for adults in London

Real places in London for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at Kelsey's

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3
  2. Play at SilverCity

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)1680 Richmond Street, London, ON N6G 3Y9
  3. Drinks at Beer Town (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)109 Fanshawe Park Road East, London, ON N5X 4G1
  4. Visit Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 3P3
  5. Picnic at Cayuga Park

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeLondon, ON

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Things to do with friends under 21 in London

Real places in London for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. Play at SilverCity

    Games or fun for the group. Call ahead if the group is big.

    $15–30 (estimate)1680 Richmond Street, London, ON N6G 3Y9
  2. See a movie at Rainbow Cinema

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)355 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3N7
  3. Get active at Canada Games Aquatic Centre

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)Wonderland Road North, London, ON N6G 2V9
  4. Coffee or a snack at Starbucks

    A cheap place to sit and hang out. Order something small and stay a while.

    $8–18 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road West, London, ON N6G 5B3
  5. Eat at Kelsey's

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON N6G 0E3
  6. Hang out at Fanshawe Optimists Little League Park

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    Free65, London, ON N5X 1Z5

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Places in London

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in London?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in London costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in London for free?

Free places on our list include Fanshawe Optimists Little League Park, Uplands Trail and McCormick Park. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in London?

Good places to start are Starbucks, Kelsey's and A&K. The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in London?

Sights on our list include Royal Canadian Regiment Museum, Secrets of Radar Museum and Museum of Ontario Archaeology. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in London?

Try visit Uplands Trail, eat at Kelsey's and go to Fleetway Bowling. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in London?

Try coffee at Tim Hortons, walk through Powell Park and look around Secrets of Radar Museum. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in London?

Try bowling at Fleetway Bowling, play at Cineplex and park time at Doidge Park. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in London?

Try saturday morning: Jet Aircraft Museum, saturday lunch: Kelsey's and saturday afternoon: Pebblecreek Park West. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in London?

Try birthday dinner at Kelsey's, play at SilverCity and drinks at Beer Town (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in London?

Try play at SilverCity, see a movie at Rainbow Cinema and get active at Canada Games Aquatic Centre. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for London?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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