Right, we all know the famous places in London: Buckingham Palace, House of Parliament, London Eye blah blah blah. But the capital is way more than its landmarks, and by sticking to your usual must visit places for tourists in London, you're essentially missing out on all the character and fun this great city has to offer. So whether you're visiting the city or just never taken the opportunity to see what's in store for you, take a look out recommended list of the best places for tourist in London and find out what it's all about.
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Last updated on 30th July 2024
@ Various Venues, London on Various dates from Wednesday 25th December 2024
If you're a lover of rock music, then this unique tour could be just for you. With over 25 years in the music industry, Stephen Channell invites you to explore some of the city's best rock n roll landmarks; from Freddie Mercury's house to Abbey Road Studios.
Searching for cracking rooftops? Head to London Bridge and you'll be in for a treat. Boasting stunning views of the city from its top floor, the venue also supplies drinks, Latin tunes and Spanish cuisine served by The Black Pig with White Pearls.
The Prince's Head is a 300-year old pub in Richmond, which has become a popular tourist hotspot after featuring in sitcom Ted Lasso. You can catch live music and sports screenings here, as well as a great choice of dishes like mezze platters, sirloin steaks and pan-fried gnocchi while you sip quality real ales. For a true London experience, these guys offer a cracking Sunday roast too.
Not your average tourist trap, this gourmand bus is serving up iconic views and sumptuous spreads. From dinner to lunch and even afternoon tea, Bustronome values your culinary experience just as much as your tour of London, so you're in for a treat.
Take in the most iconic landmarks London has to offer at this fun and educational walking (or dancing) tour. You'll get to explore and learn while listening to your favourite hits from the 70's all the way up to present day, with the occasional flash mob thrown in for good measure. Is there any better way to take in a city than to dance through it?
When it comes to must-visit places in the city, head on over to The Churchill Arms in Notting Hill. Just a stone's throw from Kensington Gardens, this fabulous boozer is in the heart of West London and flaunts traditional features, alongside a top-notch Thai menu.
Head to The Milestone in Kensington where this gorgeous afternoon tea offers one of the most quintessentially British experiences in London. Perfect for tourists looking for that classic London day out, you'll feast on finger sarnies and hand-crafted cakes, all washed down with steaming pots of tea.
For a quintessentially British experience, makes sure to try The Rubens at The Palace Hotel's Royal Afternoon Tea. With luxe interiors and situated across from Buckingham Palace, it whips up tiered platters of elegant cakes, sarnies and scones.
@ Outside Farringdon Station (Infront of Timpson) on Friday 27th December 2024 and 3 other Fridays
Why spend all your time in the city with the living when you could see what the dead are up to? The Paranormal Activity Tour takes you on a hunt for the ghosts, poltergeists and strange encounters that plague the city streets, including the largest execution site, the mountains of dead bodies that commuters walk across daily and the abandoned goal cells that have hosted the world's worst serial killer. This is definitely for those looking for something different to do in London.
Whether you're visiting for a day or a week, this restaurant in Farringdon should be on your list of things to do. Eat in the dark and transform your dining experience at this unique concept.
With three floors of amazing views, bars and restaurants, Sky Garden is a must-visit tourist spot in London. Get the best skyline views form the heart of the city at the ultimate London drinking spot.
Enjoy a spot of sightseeing with a tipple to hand at Vicinity. The perfectly situated riverside bar boasts some of the best views of Tower Bridge and the glimmering Thames possible, as well as a fantastic menu of cocktails, bubbles and beers.
The Escapologist is steeped in a very special, fun kind of history. Modelled as a modern day Victorian men's club and Masonic lodge, the fun yet elegant venue has a story behind it: legend has it that vagabond Baron Von Took fled execution through these very tunnels. You can stop by for a cocktail, grab some of their delicious gastro food and enjoy this quirky London bar.
This interactive Harry Potter tour will not only take you through various filming locations – everywhere from Diagon Alley to Platform 9 ¾ - but you'll take part in a fun Harry Potter quiz to find out who is the biggest Potterhead. There's also loads of other themed tours for you to enjoy!
Situated near London Bridge, Hay's On The River is a tourist hotspot. Admire pretty views of the Thames while drinking a cocktail or two. And if you get peckish, get stuck into meaty cheeseburgers dripping with cheese or wood-fired pizzas.
Looking to see a different side of London? Get off the beaten track by taking part in one of CityDays' immersive treasures hunts around the capital. With clues being sent to your phone, you'll have to solve riddles and hunt down hidden treasures.
The capital has one of the best skylines in the world, so the only appropriate course of action to take is find the best place to see it. A great place to visit if you're a tourist in London, the Aviary Rooftop Bar & Restaurant not only delivers on an elegant bar, botanical cocktails and delicious food, they've got a 6000 sq ft rooftop to enjoy it all on. And even if the weather is behaving as it does, they've got heaters outside, so you can enjoy alfresco dining and beautiful sites no matter the time of year.
With views of iconic landmarks like Tower of London and the Shard, cloudM is already a great place for tourists to have a drink. But that's not all, as the unique cocktail list is inspired by quintessential parts of the city - think concoctions themed around the Chelsea Flower Show, Wimbledon and more.
When we say the Nightjar is one of the best bars in London, we aren't joking. You can have cocktails created by some of the finest mixologists in the country, all while sitting in a beautiful 1920s underground bar. Candlelit tables, a plethora of live music, and the best cocktails you'll taste: how's that for a must visit place for tourists in London?
The Gherkin is one of the most iconic buildings around, and if you've looked at it and thought 'I want to go in there,' you're in luck. Normally, it's a private member's bar, but thanks to us you can have exclusive access to Searcys Bar at the top of the building, with unstoppable 360 views of London and all the cocktails and bubbles you could want.
