If your girls are fans of Benoit Blanc, Enola Holmes, intrigue, and the dimly lit streets of novelized London, we have a Galentine’s activity for you. Hair gripping history meets an interactive whodunnit mystery as a Ripperologist guides you through real crime scenes on this Jack the Ripper Murder Mystery Walking Tour through Whitechapel.

Forget the usual trivia night/pajama party – join the Book Tok squad for this killer Galentine’s challenge instead. And at the end? A well-deserved respite at the Ripper’s favorite haunt – the Ten Bells Pub. Starting at USD 22.90 per person, this is perfect for groups (big or small).

Some girls just like to play with fire. We won’t judge, but we will point them and their friends toward this glassblowing workshop. Award-winning instructor gets paired off with a group of four, ensuring an intimate learning experience. Walk away from the interactive experience with the fruits of your labour (a beautiful glass bottle stopper and pendant).

Grab your friends, grab your suits, and get ready to quite literally splash into fun! Join this paddleboard yoga class, where you and your squad can laugh, wade, and strike a pose on the water. No experience? No problem. The instructor will walk you through safety and land poses before you wade in. Messed up? Just shake it off! Perfect Galentine’s Day alternative to the more touristy activities. This is great for small groups (10 max), allows service animals, and is public-transport-friendly.

If you prefer your yoga on solid ground, this one is for you. The location might look familiar. Forsyth Park is the setting of several great movies, like Forest Gump. Skip the sofa this Galentine’s Day and take the squad out for some fun, healthy movement in the sun with this outdoor Yoga session. Get expert guidance, fresh air, and maybe even expand your crew. It’s a fun twist on your regular routine, and way healthier than binging on chocolate.

Okay, so maybe this is on the pricier end – but hear us out. Foodies and beginner cooks alike get a half-day with a local chef to learn how to prepare a Mexican meal from scratch, picking from menus that change each week. Part of the class is the trip to a local market to learn how to select the perfect spices, produce, and corn dough for your own tortillas. Local chefs open their homes to share history, context, recipes, and tips for recreating these flavourful meals in your own kitchens.

Learn new skills, laugh with your friends, and wrap up the experience with a hearty lunch. Great way to make memories and inspo for your next time hosting the girls for movie night. The tour is capped at 20 travellers, so if you want to meet new people or tag along with another friend, this works for you!

And at the end, a reminder: ‘gram-perfect reels are nice, but Galentine’s is about real connection with the girls who will show up for you, share their time and love with you. If that means looking for options that fit your group’s vibes instead of what’s viral or trending, that’s what you go for. Just remember that popular experiences fill up fast, so try to book early. Most importantly: have fun. This is the time to avoid the hype, the consumerism, and the FOMO and be with the people who have been there in the hard times and the good, and love you through it all. Happy Galentine’s Day! Make it a good one.