2016 Aug London
London. No matter how many times I visit, the energy of this city always sweeps me up. We wandered along the Thames, paused for a view of Tower Bridge, and found ourselves lost in Covent Garden’s street performances. History surrounded us at Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace, yet I loved the contrast of modern life in Shoreditch cafés and sky-high cocktails at The Shard.
If you’re planning your own London stay, explore iconic landmarks like the British Museum and St. Paul’s Cathedral, but also make time for hidden gems — Borough Market’s food stalls or a peaceful stroll through Hampstead Heath.
2016-08
25 things to do in London
Visit Buckingham Palace and watch the Changing of the Guard
Explore the Tower of London and see the Crown Jewels
Ride the London Eye for panoramic city views
Stroll along the South Bank and enjoy street performances
Tour the historic Houses of Parliament and Big Ben
Wander through Covent Garden’s markets and street shows
Visit the British Museum – it’s free!
Take a Thames River cruise
Enjoy views from The Shard’s observation deck
Discover art at the Tate Modern
Walk across Tower Bridge
Experience history at Westminster Abbey
Relax in Hyde Park or Kensington Gardens
Browse boutiques in Carnaby Street or Covent Garden
Take a selfie at Platform 9¾ in King’s Cross Station
Explore the quirky shops and canals of Camden Market
Visit St Paul’s Cathedral and climb to the Whispering Gallery
Watch a West End theatre show
See dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum
Visit the Victoria and Albert Museum for art and design
Enjoy afternoon tea at The Ritz or Fortnum & Mason
Wander through Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market
Visit Greenwich and stand on the Prime Meridian Line
Take a day trip to Windsor Castle or Hampton Court Palace
Watch the skyline light up from the Sky Garden
25 Things to Do in London
Visit Buckingham Palace and watch the Changing of the Guard
Ride the London Eye for skyline views
Explore the Tower of London and see the Crown Jewels
Stroll across Tower Bridge
Wander through Covent Garden
See a show in London’s West End
Discover history at the British Museum
Visit St Paul’s Cathedral
Walk along the South Bank
Take a cruise on the River Thames
Snap photos at Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament
Explore Camden Market
Admire art at the Tate Modern
Relax in Hyde Park
Shop along Oxford Street
Visit Kensington Palace & Gardens
Explore Notting Hill and its colorful houses
Wander through Borough Market
See the city from The Shard
Experience Madame Tussauds
Visit the Natural History Museum
Take afternoon tea at a classic London hotel
Explore Shoreditch for street art and food
Visit Greenwich and stand on the Prime Meridian
Watch the skyline from Sky Garden (free entry!)