Top 10 things to do in London

Tick-tock, tick-tock, the clink of Big Ben has started the clock on your London getaway. So what can you do to make the most of the time you have in the English capital? Even when it rains, London is a city that never slows down. However, the vagaries of the weather could disrupt your programme… So what are your options for making sure you have a good time? Luckily, our selection is just in time for you to experience the city off the beaten track.

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Naturally, the entertainment options are legion and revolve around cultural mainstays such as the Royal Family, Harry Potter, Jack the Ripper and cult rituals like Tea Time. In our selection, you’ll find the best unusual activities based around these must-sees and more! Everything you need to prepare your trip to London in the best possible conditions. Whatever the weather or the length of your stay.

What to do in London? 10 ideas for activities

You don’t need to know London like the back of your hand to find the best deals and activities. With the help of our top things to do in London, you’ll be able to enjoy the city like a regular! From must-see tourist attractions like the London Eye, to hidden corners. There’s always a fun activity to suit your budget. Whether you’re visiting London as a family, with friends, as a couple or on your own, there’s something for everyone in our selection!

1. Afternoon tea on the Thames

Category: €€ / Gastronomic

Description: What could be more typical than an English afternoon tea to get you in the mood? The English may not be gourmets, especially when it comes to savoury foods, but quality sweets are more common and always welcome. On this 1h30 cruise, try out one of the best English traditions: afternoon tea. Watch London’s historic buildings from the water while enjoying a cup of tea served with sandwiches and delicate cakes. This activity promises a gentle discovery.

2. Marvel at the royal stables at Buckingham Palace

Category: €€ / Cultural

Description: A blend of royalty and animal splendour, the English royal stables are among the most beautiful in the world. In this equine and almost timeless world, admire some of the horses harnessed to Her Majesty’s carriages! You can also get up close to the majestic carriages that transport the King and his family on official occasions.

3. Visit the legendary Harry Potter Warner Bros studios

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Category: €€€ / Unusual

Description: What fan hasn’t dreamt of receiving their letter of enrolment at the best wizarding school in the world? By visiting the film sets of the famous Harry Potter saga, you’ll discover this magical world as if you were there. Surrounded by larger-than-life sets, you’ll get up close to the props and costumes used during the filming of the movies. This is a must-do activity for all fans of the saga.

4. Take a gastronomic tour of the city

Category: €€ / Gastronomic

Description: The English aren’t exactly known for being ace cooks, far from it! Fortunately, London is the best place to hope to eat to your heart’s content or discover new flavours. Take this 3-hour culinary tour and fill up on gourmet delights and delicious dishes. This surprising gastronomic experience through the city will certainly make you appreciate the local dishes. Incredible, but true!

5. Discover the dark city in Jack the Ripper style

Category: €€ / Unusual / Cultural

Description: Shiver through the streets of London as you would in the time of the infamous Jack the Ripper… This activity will take you back to the Victorian era, when the murderer was rampaging through the streets of the capital. You’ll enter a secret world of heavy alcohol fumes, when violence and prostitution were rife. A mysterious (and terrifying) London awaits you!

6. An expedition to the white cliffs of Dover

Category: €€€/ Cultural

Description: Do you miss the fresh air and clear horizon of the English Channel? Take a day trip from London to the famous pristine cliffs of Dover. Walk along this spectacular coastal vista for a truly invigorating experience. During this day of exploration, you’ll also have the chance to visit the city of Canterbury and its majestic cathedral.

7. Pedalling in London’s secret spots

Category: €€ / Cultural / Sporting

Description: There’s nothing like cycling to get around London! As you weave your way between London’s buses and adorable taxis, you’ll sometimes come face to face with an unexpected monument. The good news is that this activity will help you discover them all! From one eccentric site to the next, you’ll soon be experts in off-the-beaten-track cycle tours. On the programme: medieval history, great names from the world of cinema and strange and unusual anecdotes from life in London.

8. Cruise the Thames

Category: €€ / Cultural

Description: Set sail (or almost set sail) on a boat on the Thames. You’ll discover the route between Westminster and Greenwich in the best possible way. Thanks to the boat’s large windows, you’ll marvel at some of London’s main sights from the waters of the river.

Good to know: This trip between Westminster and Greenwich can be made as a one-way or return journey.

9. Become a street artist in London’s East End

Category: €€ / Unusual

Description: Admiring works of street art is one thing, creating them yourself is quite another. In this creative and unusual workshop, let your imagination run wild with spray paint cans. During a 4-hour tour of the streets of this colourful district, you’ll learn the basics of urban art. Then it’s off to the workshop for some hands-on practice. It’s a fun, culturally rich experience that you won’t soon forget.

10. Admire the city on an abseiling trip

Category: €€€ / Sensations

Description: Take to the skies with this amazing London activity. As you climb to the top of a metal structure with abseiling instructors, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the capital. Your guides will ensure your safety every step of the way, right up to the long-awaited descent… After all, the best part will be getting back to terra firma! Keep your heart pumping, lean back and let’s rappel!