
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 1,030 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London worth booking?
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $100 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 1,030 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (1,030)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Prepare yourself for two hours of unexpected, fully immersive and highly improvised comedy at Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London's West End. Set in the President Hotel, just by Russell Square station, this unique show pays homage to the popular British sitcom ‘Fawlty Towers.' Check in to the theatre, be shown to your seat by Basil, Sybil and Manuel, then try not to laugh yourself silly as they serve a 1970s-inspired 3-course lunch or dinner. Expect shocking service, hilarious improvisations and sidesplitting theatrical scenes throughout this interactive and rip-roaringly fun dining experience that has won international acclaim.
What you get
About this experience
Prepare yourself for two hours of unexpected, fully immersive and highly improvised comedy at Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London's West End. Set in the President Hotel, just by Russell Square station, this unique show pays homage to the popular British sitcom ‘Fawlty Towers.' Check in to the theatre, be shown to your seat by Basil, Sybil and Manuel, then try not to laugh yourself silly as they serve a 1970s-inspired 3-course lunch or dinner. Expect shocking service, hilarious improvisations and sidesplitting theatrical scenes throughout this interactive and rip-roaringly fun dining experience that has won international acclaim.
What's included
Included
- 3-course lunch or dinner
- 2-hour show
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
2 hour show and 3 course meal
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Off Peak
Dinner: Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - 2-hour show with 3-course dinner
Saturday Peak Dinner
Dinner: Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - 2-hour show with 3-course dinner
Saturday Lunch
Dinner: Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - 2-hour show with 3-course dinner
Sunday Off Peak
Dinner: Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - 2-hour show with 3-course dinner
Peak Dinner
Dinner: Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - 2-hour show with 3-course dinner
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- IMPORTANT: If you have an allergy to nuts, whether airborne, through ingestion or physical contact, please let us know and confirm the nature of it at least 72 hours before the performance. If we are not made aware of this until the performance date, the hotel and ITI reserve the right to refuse admission. Please note that we also have a gag in the show about nuts, but have sourced a reliable nut free alternative. However, please note that even the manufacturers of this cannot guarantee that their product may not contain traces of nuts. If you have any concerns on this, please contact us.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,030 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
1,030 verified traveler reviews for Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The best experience
This was a brilliant interactive experience. All of the cast were wonderful and the effort they put in was amazing
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous afternoon
Fantastic few hours. Really enjoyed the show. The food was lovely as well. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Lacked the show's charm
We love Fawlty Towers and we heard the rave reviews, so we bought a couple of tickets to see what the buzz was about. Check-in and seating went smoothly, though the seating was pretty tight. The performers were very much in character. Unfortunately, a lot of it felt like "The Manuel Show" (which could have been better if a Spanish man played the character). The performance lacked the show’s charm and the jokes were repetitive and milquetoast. The actor playing Prunella was lovely. The food was good enough. I’m not sure it was worth the money for us to experience this. We found it to be a bit corny and cringe, but many people were laughing very hard so perhaps this is a great experience but just not for us.
via Tripadvisor
Just like the TV series
The actors are great. I felt like I was in the middle of a Fawlty Towers episode. I would go again!!
via Viator
Fun evening
The audience are involved in the event, it was very funny. The actors do a great job, they must have studied the series. Lots of familiar gags, acted very well, the physicality of Manuel and Basil is spot on.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 361
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 1,030 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London?
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Around 361 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London?
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Included: 3-course lunch or dinner; and 2-hour show. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London?
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Across 1,030 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Faulty Towers The Dining Experience in London?
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There are 5 options to choose from, including Off Peak, Saturday Peak Dinner, Saturday Lunch, Sunday Off Peak. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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