When it comes to picking a city for the perfect night out, few places can touch Liverpool. The nightlife on offer is second to none, with the range of bars, clubs, and restaurants undoubtedly offering something for everyone.
But what about if you’re looking to organise a night out which has a little more to it than just having a few drinks? Luckily enough, Liverpool boasts a range of exciting options. Here are our top suggestions on how you can liven up your evening with a bit of gaming fun.
Tackle an escape room
While it might not be something to attempt after a few drinks, an escape room is always a lot of fun. Liverpool is home to several locations which offer the games, with Escape Hunt on Albert Dock, for example, offering a range of different themed experiences which will introduce a mental challenge to the start of your night. Afterwards, you can always use your escape room success as an excuse for a few drinks.
Split a few pins
Weekend plans sorted in Liverpool? Head to Lane7 for 🎳🎱🎯ðŸﾏ“ðŸﾍ¸
Just off Ranelagh Street opposite Central Station heading into Clayton Square 🗺#liverpool #bowling #beerpong #pool #arcades #darts #pingpong pic.twitter.com/ukNQnJEddq— Lane7 (@Lane7_) 7 June 2019
Bowling is great fun for people of all ages, but it is a particularly perfect way to kick off a good night out and make sure that everyone’s having a good laugh right from the start. Again, there are plenty of options for bowling in Liverpool but Lane7 is definitely a good shout when it comes to the city centre. Away from the striking – no pun intended – UV lanes, it offers a range of further fun activities including pool, ping pong, and darts.
Enjoy some casino glamour
If you’re looking for something a little more glamorous, you could do a lot worse than heading to one of Liverpool’s casinos. The industry has enjoyed a new lease of life in recent years, and you can see for yourself at one of the several establishments in the city. Whether you’re an experienced gambler or someone hoping for beginner’s luck, you can also sneak some practice in on the range of games available at sites like Paddy Power casino beforehand, which offer roulette, slots and live casino games that get you as close to the real thing as possible before venturing out on the town.
Video game bars
If you’re a hardcore gamer or simply someone who misses the days of sitting in your mate’s house playing multiplayer modes on their PlayStation 2, video game bars could well be up your street. Dough Bar is a great example of one in Liverpool, offering pizza, craft beer and cocktails alongside classic arcade and console gaming. All-in-all, it’s a great time for those looking for a nostalgic night out.
Back in business with the N64, games now stored behind the bar!
Retro arcades plus FIFA 19 too
Food from now till 930#liverpool #retro #gaming #pizza pic.twitter.com/GN8xJtXYQ3— Dough Bar Liverpool (@DoughBarLpool) 12 July 2019
Transform your evening
While there is certainly nothing wrong with simply heading to a bar and having a laugh with friends, it is fair to say it can be easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to nights out. However, we think the ideas we’ve covered should give you plenty of inspiration on how you can inject something a little bit different into your regular weekend celebrations.
From escape rooms to arcade bars and much more, Liverpool has it all. So, why not try something new on your next trip to the city?