What’s A Perfect Gift Experience For A UK Teenager ?

Presenting the perfect gift for teenagers is not an easy task. Teens can be very picky and have a clear idea of what they want or do not need. This makes buying them something new challenging every time you go shopping with your kids character in mind!

I’ve found that giving young adults fun days out instead has been much more successful than solely focusing on material items. After all, it isn’t always about quantity but quality when gifting to someone special.

So, with that in mind what would make the perfect gift for a teenager? Experience days specially selected for teenagers would fit the bill. Below I have given you a few ideas on great gift experiences for teenagers that they will love. I have categorised the gift experiences between boy and girl ideas but remember girls can do boys stuff and vice versa. Never presume that they can’t.

Experience days for a teenage boy

The best gifts for teenage boys are all about experiences. You can get them a driving experience, an adventure race or even go on tour with their favourite band!

The perfect present would be something that is specific to the interests and hobbies he has shown you over time. Giving him this will make it more personal than just buying another TV set from Amazon.

An hour young drivers experience – This experience gives one hour of learning how to drive on replica UK roads. It kicks starts teenagers driving with confidence as well as being enjoyable. .

Mercedes-Benz World Young Driver Track Experience. Learn to drive a Mercedes-Benz with an Approved Instructor at the famous Brooklands site in Weybridge.

Junior Sports Car Experience. Three miles around the track in a Porsche Boxster S Martini, Subaru Impreza, Evo X, Porsche Cayman or Mitsubishi Eclipse for one person.

Junior Double Fast and Furious Driving Blast for One with High-Speed Passenger Ride. Choose two cars from the famous series to drive and experience the thrill of a high-speed passenger ride.

Obviously not all boys love driving so for the more energic of the teens how about one of these experience days for teenage boys.

Scuba diving lesson for two. Begin with a welcome introduction and safety briefing with all equipment supplied for the scuba lesson.

60 Minute Week Round Segway Adventure for Two. Get to grips with the controls in a training session with a dedicated instructor and relish time driving on the Segway Rally Course. All safety equipment is included.

Junior Quad Biking Thrill for One in Kent. Have a go on a Yamaha Grizzly 90cc and face the challenge of the tricky woodland terrain. Lots of fun.

Treetop Adventure at Go Ape for Two. Have fun with a treetop adventure for two, soar down zip wires and overcome obstacles.

Experience days for a teenage girl

There are so many things you can do to make life more enjoyable, whether it’s a short trip or an experience together. But sometimes it is easy to get bogged down in materialism. That’s why an experience together can be a perfect gift. I have a few suggestions that any teenage girl would love.

Afternoon Tea London Bus Tour for Two with Brigit’s Bakery. See the sights of the capital with the 90-minute bus tour and afternoon tea.

If your teen is more adventurous then this one might be for you.

Afternoon Tea London Bus Tour and High-Speed River Thames Ride for Two. The same as above with a 50-minute high-speed boat ride along the River Thames.

Design a Bespoke Perfume Platinum Experience for Two. You will be trained by a stylist to design and name a perfume. You will each take home a 20ml purse spray.

Alice in Wonderland VR Escape Experience for Two at MeetspaceVR. A one hour escape experience where you and discover a fictional world of magic and puzzles.

Chocolate Making Class for Two People. An expert will teach you to make and decorate chocolate and you even get to take some home. Minimum age for this experience is 14.

Tickets for Two to a West End Theatre Show. Choose from a selection of great theatre shows in London.

Forest Segway Experience at Go Ape for Two. A Segway experience roaming the scenic grounds of the forest.

The Crystal Maze Live Experience for Two with Souvenir Crystal. Just like the famous TV show you will have fun doing different games and challenges.

If you’re hesitant to buy any of the experiences above why not just purchase a gift voucher. We’ve got gift vouchers for teenage girls that they’ll adore, they may even thank you 😉

Final Thoughts

Buying experience gifts for a teenager can be tricky- you want to get them something they’ll love, but you also don’t want to spend too much or go wrong with your choice.

We’ve put together a list of some great experience gifts that we think any teenager would enjoy. Our top pick is the VR Escape Experience for Two at MeetspaceVR, where you and your friends can explore a fantastical world of puzzles and magic.

If chocolate is more your thing, then the Chocolate Making Class for Two should be right up your alley. You’ll learn how to make delicious chocolate treats under the guidance of an expert, and get to take home whatever you make!

For theatre lovers, we’ve got tickets to some of London’s best West End shows- perfect for a night out with friends. And finally, the Forest Segway Experience at Go Ape is perfect for those who love the outdoors and want to explore a beautiful forest on a Segway. Whatever experience you choose, we’re sure the teenager in your life will love it!

Do you have any experience gift ideas for teenagers that you think should be on this list? Let us know in the comments below!