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F1® Arcade London

📍 London, Greater London

4.6(4,801 Google reviews)👶7+

Premium F1 simulator venue next to St Paul's Cathedral featuring motion-rig racing rigs, food and drinks service, large-screen F1 watch parties, and private event spaces. Children must be 7+ to race; under-18s admitted until .

Motion-rig simulatorsF1 experienceSpecial occasionsOlder childrenSt Paul's locationPremium venue
★★★★★Featured review by Jack Fletcher

I have made a review in the past, but felt I needed to post this one again due to the fact I have never met a more wonderful team & F1 facility before! I recently had my anniversary on the 4th February 2026 and decided to take me and my partner for a couple of races on the simulator and a few drinks. I mentioned it was my anniversary on the booking “special request” form and I must say - everybody working that day went above and beyond. From the second we walked in, we were met with a smooth and friendly check in process - as usual. Our booking was at 12:50 but managed to sneak in a little earlier. Setting up the simulators was quick and easy with the QR codes & everything was in working order. Our games were extremely fun to participate in and my partner & I had an amazing time driving. After we finished, a staff member from the bar/waiting team came over and asked if we both drink Prosecco. Then proceeded to congratulate us on our anniversary & offer us 2 glasses to enjoy Post-race. He also brought over a few merch items for us to keep, including a few lanyards, bracelets, a tote bag and a cool F1 75 poster (that I absolutely love already). This really made both of our days, it was my partners first time at the F1 arcade and it made our anniversary that much more special. So once again, massive thank you to the team. I’m not in London often, but when I am, I always make sure to allocate some time for a quick visit. I was recently here for a watch party of the Austrian 2025 GP Qualifying, a few other times as well just to drive & have a drink. 10/10 will absolutely come down again!!

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with teenagers or older children who are already F1 or sim-racing fans. The motion rigs set this apart from standard arcade racing — reviewers consistently note the physical sensation as the key difference. Special occasions are well handled by staff who add personal touches.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Under-18s are welcome until — plan afternoon visits to maximise racing time
Mention special occasions in your booking notes — staff frequently add personal touches
🎟️Sessions feel short in the moment — consider booking consecutive slots if you're travelling far
🚗The venue is directly next to St Paul's Cathedral, making it easy to combine with a wider London day

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.6

4,801 Google reviews

Motion rigs deliver genuine physical racing sensation40%
Outstanding staff for special occasions30%
Great atmosphere and venue quality20%
Food service fast and reliable10%
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Jack Fletcher

a month ago

I have made a review in the past, but felt I needed to post this one again due to the fact I have never met a more wonderful team & F1 facility before! I recently had my anniversary on the 4th February 2026 and decided to take me and my partner for a couple of races on the simulator and a few drinks. I mentioned it was my anniversary on the booking “special request” form and I must say - everybody working that day went above and beyond. From the second we walked in, we were met with a smooth and friendly check in process - as usual. Our booking was at 12:50 but managed to sneak in a little earlier. Setting up the simulators was quick and easy with the QR codes & everything was in working order. Our games were extremely fun to participate in and my partner & I had an amazing time driving. After we finished, a staff member from the bar/waiting team came over and asked if we both drink Prosecco. Then proceeded to congratulate us on our anniversary & offer us 2 glasses to enjoy Post-race. He also brought over a few merch items for us to keep, including a few lanyards, bracelets, a tote bag and a cool F1 75 poster (that I absolutely love already). This really made both of our days, it was my partners first time at the F1 arcade and it made our anniversary that much more special. So once again, massive thank you to the team. I’m not in London often, but when I am, I always make sure to allocate some time for a quick visit. I was recently here for a watch party of the Austrian 2025 GP Qualifying, a few other times as well just to drive & have a drink. 10/10 will absolutely come down again!!

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Vlad Ivancu

a month ago

An absolutely brilliant experience and easily one of the most fun things I have done in London. I spent around 45 minutes racing in the F1 simulator and it was worth every pound. The motion rig completely changes everything. I am used to playing Gran Turismo at home, but driving F1 on a proper motion simulator like this takes immersion to another level. You genuinely feel the braking, cornering, and acceleration. The whole team was fantastic from start to finish. Everyone was welcoming, helpful, and created a really relaxed atmosphere even for someone trying it for the first time. A special mention to Eliot, who was genuinely great. Friendly, patient, and clearly passionate about what he does. He made sure everything was set up properly and helped make the experience even better. The venue itself looks amazing, very modern with a great energy, and you can tell a lot of attention has gone into the details. If you enjoy racing games or Formula 1 even a little bit, this is a must try. I would absolutely come back again next time I am in London. Paul from the bar was also very nice

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James Drake

5 months ago

Had a great time with friends at F1 Arcade which is located right next to St Paul’s Cathedral in cheapside. It’s a huge space with loads of F1 Simulators available. The food is good and came out almost immediately, piping hot. Service was seamless and friendly. Clean and welcoming space. Will definitely be back just for longer next time. Time goes very quickly.

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Iris Giselle Avalos

a month ago

I want to sincerely thank each and every staff member for making us feel so welcome. My boyfriend doesn’t speak English, and they went above and beyond to make sure he could enjoy the simulators and have the best possible experience. Their kindness and effort truly made a difference. We highly recommend it!

Reviews from Google

Overview

F1 Arcade London houses cutting-edge motion-rig simulators that physically tilt and pitch with the car's movement, delivering a markedly different experience from home racing games. The venue operates as an activity bar with food service, private hire bays, and F1 race screenings on large screens. Under-18s are admitted until daily. Located steps from St Paul's Cathedral in Cheapside.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 23:00
Tuesday12:00 – 23:00
Wednesday12:00 – 23:00
Thursday12:00 – 23:00
Friday12:00 – 01:00
Saturday12:00 – 01:00
Sunday10:00 – 01:00

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