Things to Do in London
39 things to do in London
London rewards endless exploration. Whether you're drawn to world-class museums, historic landmarks, or green spaces that feel like secret escapes, there's something for every traveller. The British Museum and Tate Modern offer collections that justify spending an entire day, while the Tower of London reveals centuries of royal history behind its fortress walls.
For a different pace, lose yourself in quieter corners: the atmospheric corridors of Westminster Abbey, the elegant layout of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, or the understated charm of Covent Garden. Tower Bridge and Big Ben dominate the skyline, but equally rewarding are the Thames views from Horsleydown steps or the precise geographic quirk of standing on the Prime Meridian at Greenwich. Add in Trafalgar Square's grandeur, the intimate history of the Churchill War Rooms, or a simple afternoon in St. James's Park, and you'll understand why London captivates visitors year after year.
Covent Garden
Covent Garden, London WC2E 9DD EnglandFulham Palace
Fulham Palace, Bishop's Ave, London SW6 6EA, UKThe British Museum
Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG England
Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar Sq, London WC2N 5DS, UKCecil Court
Cecil Ct, London, UK
Stand On The Prime Meridian
Royal Observatory, Blackheath Ave, London, England SE10 8XJ, United KingdomRoyal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Richmond, UKSherlock Holmes Museum
221B Baker Street, London NW1 6XE EnglandSt. James’s Park
Horse Guards Road The Storeyard, London SW1A 2BJ EnglandHyde Park
London W2 2UH EnglandKensington Gardens
The Magazine Storeyard Magazine Gate, London W2 UH EnglandTower of London
London EC3N 4AB EnglandAbbey Road Studios
3 Abbey Rd., London NW8 9AY, UKFleet Air Arm Memorial
Fleet Air Arm Memorial, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2EX, UKShepherd Market
Shepherd Market, London W1J 7QS, UK
National Maritime Museum
Park Row Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 9NF England
Horsleydown steps
Horsleydown steps, 48 Shad Thames, London SE1 2LY, UK
Churchill War Rooms
Churchill War Rooms (Churchill Museum & Cabinet War Rooms), King Charles St, London, England SW1A 2HQ, United KingdomLondon Canal Museum
London Canal Museum, 12/13 New Wharf Rd, London N1 9RT, UK
Visit The Museums
London, Greater London, England, United KingdomHMS Belfast
The Queen's Walk, London SE1 2JH England
Westminster Abbey
20 Dean's Yard, Westminster, London, SW1P 3PA, United KingdomHouses of Parliament
Parliament Square, London SW1A 0AA England
London’s Chinatown
Gerrard Street & Lisle Street, London W1D 6JW EnglandTower Bridge
Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 2UP England
Platform 9 3/4 Quarter.
London King's Cross Railway Station (KGX), Euston Rd, London, England N1C 4BS, United Kingdom
The London Eye
County Hall, Belvedere Rd, London, England SE1 7GQ, United KingdomBig Ben
Parliament Sqaure Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London SW1A 0AA EnglandNational Gallery
Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN EnglandTate Modern
53 Bankside, London SE1 9TG EnglandNatural History Museum
Cromwell Road South Kensington, London SW7 5BD EnglandSt. Paul’s Cathedral
St Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD England
Borough Market
8 Southwark Street, London SE1 1TL England
Buckingham Palace.
Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Palace Rd, London, England SW1A 1AA, United KingdomPetrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology
Malet Pl, London WC1E 6BT, UKSeven Dials Market
Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LX England
The Tower Of London And Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge Rd, London, England EC3N 4DT, United KingdomBAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, London
Pramukh Swami Rd, Neasden, London NW10 8HW, UKLittle Ben Clock
2 Wilton Rd, London SW1V 1AN, UK
Things to Do in London: FAQ
What are the must-see landmarks in London?
The Tower of London, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, and Houses of Parliament are essential. Add Trafalgar Square and St. James's Park for the full postcard experience without the crowds.
Which museums should I prioritize?
The British Museum and Tate Modern are unmissable, each deserving several hours. The National Gallery, National Maritime Museum, and Churchill War Rooms offer deep dives into specific subjects.
Where can I escape the crowds?
Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, and Fulham Palace provide quiet respite. For something unusual, the London Canal Museum or Sherlock Holmes Museum draw fewer visitors than headline attractions.