THE 15 BEST Things to Do in London
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Things to Do in London
Royalty-spotting and museum trips are top to-do’s in London—from iconic landmarks like Kensington Palace and Tower Bridge to the world-renowned British Museum. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Day Tripsfromper adultAU$196
Half-day Toursfromper adultAU$177
Day Tripsfromper adultAU$206- fromper adultAU$642
Culinary Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$206
Monuments and Memorialsfromper adultAU$75- fromper adultAU$90
- fromper adultAU$229
Private and Luxuryfromper adultAU$150
Rail Toursfromper adultAU$100
Historic Sites
Admission tickets from AU$69
Speciality Museums
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Admission tickets from AU$56
Iconic observation wheel in a central riverside location, featuring 30-minute rides in air-conditioned capsules with panoramic city views and a luxurious Champagne Experience.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Victorian engineering marvel with operational steam engines, interactive exhibits on the bridge's history, and a glass floor for unique skyline views.
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Flea & Street Markets
Bustling food market in a historic setting with over 100 independent stalls showcasing global cuisine, fresh produce, and meats amidst a vibrant ambiance.
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Historic Sites
Admission tickets from AU$137
Historic palace grounds with a ceremonial Changing of the Guard, serene garden tours, and access to stately State Rooms and art-filled Queen's Gallery.
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Observation Decks & Towers
High-rise building providing panoramic views from various floors, complemented by a ground-level gift shop and a brasserie with scenic dining. Requires advance booking and photo ID.
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Art museum in Trafalgar Square with iconic artworks by da Vinci, Van Gogh, and other masters, offering an immersive look at various periods and styles.
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Historic Sites
Admission tickets from AU$58
Historic abbey featuring guided and audio tours, revealing the stories behind royal coronations and notable tombs, including the Unknown Warrior.
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Art Museums
Historic museum presenting a vast array of decorative arts, design, and fashion in an architecturally grand setting with interactive exhibits and tranquil gardens.
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Flea & Street Markets
Vibrant market in a historic neighborhood, known for eclectic stalls selling unique items, diverse street food, and a lively cultural scene with a canal-side ambiance.
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- James M1 contributionInteresting place. Lots of information all around so you can get a little history from Londons old past. Lots of characterWritten 23 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Heidi ABeijing9 contributionsAlways a grand experience visiting the British Museum! I brought my 8 year old son and his grandma and we all thoroughly enjoyed the exhibitions and the beautiful building.Written 14 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sandy_JSRJamshedpur, India2,334 contributionsThe London Eye is an observation wheel on the bank of River Thames in London. Europe's tallest observation wheel, it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in London. London Eye offers attractive public viewing point in London. When we visited in June’24, the entry line was moderately long, but as the big wheel can accommodate sufficient visitors at one time, we quickly got a seat. The boxes were not too crowded and hence we could enjoy uninterrupted scenic views. It takes around 30 minutes for a full circle and offers sufficient time to enjoy the panoramic views. Overall, good experience and must do in LondonWritten 21 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SteadySCorpusty, UK136 contributionsVery reasonable ticket pricing for London. Very friendly and helpful staff. Bridge fascinating, especially the engine rooms. Walways at top give great views over London and the Thames and the glass walkways are fun.Written 15 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FoodieBucks72Chesham, UK126 contributionsBeen there many times. Who stalls are really nice but good quality ( but expensive) wear. However has become very touristy
Good choice of food to eat there thoughWritten 16 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Discover36057864692Little Falls, MN6 contributionsWe were so lucky to have gone when we did, there was hardly anyone by the gates! The photos were fantastic! Tried to make the guards crack a smile, they are good! the gardens are so pretty across the street. it is obviously a tourist thing to do. But, a must.Written 10 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ann HYork, UK2,615 contributionsHaving visited this amazing museum as children, we have tried on a couple of occasions to revisit over the past few years but have always been put off by the massive queues. Not such a problem this time as were staying locally and got there approximately 10mins after it opened. Don't get me wrong, we still had to queue but got in after about 15 - 20minutes. It is definitely worth going online and booking a ticket (it is free) but you get an allocated time and can bypass the queue. Once in we spent 3 hours wandering taking in all the exhibitions, especially enjoying the dinosaurs and the blue whale area. The building itself is impressive too!! Loved itWritten 17 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Abbieliz2048 contributionsWhat a beautiful place, we had a glass of wine and access to Sky bar for such a reasonable price. The atmosphere was amazing. Seeing London at night time was magical. The wine was beautiful as we. Thank you!Written 15 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PatrickTerenceLimSingapore, Singapore181 contributionsThe moment I saw Van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers’ my heart started beating so fast. It was a thrilling moment for me. Just the thought that many years ago, Van Gogh touched this canvas and I am standing just a metre away from it was moving. The same feeling can be said about the other paintings there by other artists, like Renoir, Monet, Raphael, Van Eyck, Delaroche, Constable and more. If you are moved by art, you really have to visit this museum.Written 9 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KatiecarrotsWirral, UK30 contributionsLoved our visit.
We downloaded the free Westminster Abbey app and listened to the tour on our own headphones, although you can hire some.
Well worth a visit.Written 16 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ian rExeter, UK8 contributionsSuperb exhibition of court treasures. Interpretation good but buying the informed catalogue was well worth the investmentWritten 15 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- All A MuddleRichmond, UK381 contributionsThis is worth a visit, it's crowded, expensive and a mish mash of stalls but there are some hidden gems amongst the fake Harry Styles tshirts and Taylor Swift keyrings.Written 10 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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