Top Things To Do In London

Witness the elegance of the city of dreams, the magnificent metropolis of London in the western world, which never fails to make you joyful and ecstatic. Begin your journey by exploring the iconic landmarks, such as the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace, to immerse yourself in the city's rich history. Wander through the charming streets of Covent Garden, filled with boutique shops, street performers, and delectable eateries.


For a taste of London's culture, catch a West End theatre show or enjoy live music at legendary venues like the O2 Arena. Take a leisurely stroll along the Thames River, admiring stunning views of the city and famous bridges. Indulge in diverse culinary delights at Borough Market or try traditional fish and chips. Besides the heavenly looks, if you are still wondering what to do in London, visit ZSL London Zoo, and Sea Life to catch a glimpse of the beautiful flora and fauna of the modern city.


You may also visit historical sites like the London Dungeon, Windsor Castle, and Warwick Castle to understand the richness of British History. Lastly, Bungee jumping and scuba diving make it to the top of Adventurous activities to do in London that will leave you with unforgettable memories of this captivating city.

Pay A Visit To The Infamous Tower Of London
Pay A Visit To The Infamous Tower Of London
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site the Tower of London and experience the 1000-year-old London castle, royal palace, and notorious prison.
  • Witness the White Tower, the Bloody Tower, and torture at the tower exhibition.
  • Meet the infamous ravens belonging to the Tower of London and get to know why they are called as the guardians.
  • Unchain the stories of passion and pain, torture and treachery in the tour of Yeoman Warder
  • Travel back in the 17th century to discover the story behind the gunpowder plot of 1605.
  • Take a sneak peek at the Royal Armouries collection by William the conqueror.
  • Get enchanted by the look of 23,578 gemstones embedded in the Crown Jewels and see the world’s rarest long-lost gem of India, the Koh-i-Noor Heera.

Location: London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom

Timings: Operational hours are from Tuesday to Saturday 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM and from Sunday to Monday 10:00 AM to 05:30 PM. The timings shift from 10:00 AM to 04:30 PM during winters.

Experience The Richness Of Buckingham Palace Queen's Gallery
Experience The Richness Of Buckingham Palace Queen's Gallery
  • Witness the Royal collection in the Queen’s Gallery of Buckingham Palace.
  • Get on an educational journey to catch the site of the vintage collection.
  • Look at the beautiful old paintings, rare furniture, decorative arts, and images from the large photograph collection.
  • Check out the exhibition of Japan: Courts and Culture featuring exquisite Japanese artefacts.
  • Buy gifts for your loved ones from Queen’s gallery shop offering a variety of exclusive gifts mimicking the Royal palaces and the Royal artwork collection.

Location: The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, London, SW1A 1AA.

Timings: The Queen’s Gallery operates from Thursday to Monday 10:00 AM to 05:30 PM.

Visit The Real Life Hogwarts In Warner Bros Studio Tour
Visit The Real Life Hogwarts In Warner Bros Studio Tour
  • Sit in a themed bus to visit the infamous almost 100-year-old Warner Bros Studio.
  • Prepare yourself to get lost in the real-life magic of Hogwarts.
  • Board a train from Hogwarts Express on Platform 9¾ making it one of the most magical Activities to do in London.
  • Begin the journey under the stairs at Dursley’s place mimicking the book and movie.
  • Witness Hagrid’s hut, Dumbledore's office, and the chamber of secrets.
  • Get complete knowledge behind the scenes using VFX, green screen, and special effects.

Location: Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden, Hertfordshire, WD25 7LR

Activity Duration: 7-8 hours (approx)

Watch The Beauty Of London From London’s Eye
Watch The Beauty Of London From London’s Eye
  • Set yourself on a journey in the heights of London sitting in an air-conditioned glass pod of the 135 m tall Ferris wheel.
  • Witness the 360-degree views of the city’s most iconic places like the Buckingham Palace, River Thames, The Tower, and Big Ben from the London Eye making it one of the most popular Things To Do in London.
  • Learn about important facts through interactive tablets about Paul's Cathedral and Big Ben in different languages.

Location: County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB.

Timings: London’s Eye is open from Monday to Friday from 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM and from 10:00 AM to 08:30 PM on Saturdays and Sundays except being non-operational on 25th December.

Meet The Exciting Animals At ZSL London Zoo
Meet The Exciting Animals At ZSL London Zoo
  • Experience the thrill of nearness to the enchanting wildlife of ZSL London Zoo being on the most thrilling Things To Do in London.
  • Witness the charm of the mesmerising rainforest along with your family and friends.
  • Enjoy your day with lemurs, zebras, and giraffes in the captivating zoo.
  • Take a closer look at the strange animals like meerkats, Pygmy hippos, okapis, and four sharp-tusked wild pigs named Warthogs.
  • Catch a glimpse of the rarest of the rare African hunting dogs.

Location: Outer Cir, London NW1 4RY, United Kingdom.

Timings: The zoo is open from 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM every day except 1 Nov to 11 Feb from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM.

Vasten Up Your Knowledge Through The Royal Observatory
Vasten Up Your Knowledge Through The Royal Observatory
  • Visit the infamous Meridian line with a sneak peek into the Eastern and Western hemispheres of Royal Observatory.
  • Channel your inner astronomer in the modern Astronomy centre taking you to experience the lost tale of a 4.5 billion years old meteorite.
  • Look at the world famous instruments including Great Equatorial Telescope, the Shepherd Gate Clock, Harrison’s clocks, and the Time Ball.
  • Adore the City of London, Greenwich Park, and the River Thames from the observatory centre.

Location: Greenwich, Royal Borough of Greenwich, Greater London, London, England.

Timings: Every day from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM.

Revisit The Past Of The City In The London dungeon
Revisit The Past Of The City In The London dungeon
  • Revisit London’s treacherous past to get fun and thrills and watch the capital’s most iconic and dreadful characters along with the events coming live once again to give you a rush of adrenaline.
  • Enter the real-life dungeon and witness 1000 years of the city’s history through fun and scares in this educational tour.
  • Witness the torture chamber, bubonic plague, the curse of the witch, and escape the great fire of London with perfection.
  • Experience 360-degree sets with engaging storylines and the horror of Jack the Ripper, Sweeney Todd, and Mrs. Lovett once again mimicked professional actors by visiting London Dungeon & making it one of the best Things To Do in London.

Location: County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB

Timings: The operational hours of London Dungeon are 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM from Sunday to Friday and on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM.

 Experience The Views From The Shard
Experience The Views From The Shard
  • Witness the panoramic views of London’s most iconic monuments such as the Tower Bridge, Gherkin, the Buckingham Palace, and the infamous London eye.
  • Offering you the best views from 68th, 69th and 72th floor, experiencing the views from the shard is one of the best Activities to do in London
  • Gift your loved ones beautiful antiques from London's highest shop “sky-boutique”.
  • Feel the coldest winds by standing on the open-air sky deck looking at London’s breath-taking views.

Location: 32 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG, United Kingdom.

Timings: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM every day.

Discover The History Of Warwick Castle
Discover The History Of Warwick Castle
  • Explore the 1100 year old history of the mediaeval gothic fortress.
  • Experience the events, storytelling shows and many other captivating performances along with your loved ones.
  • Time travel through the ancient grounds, beautiful interiors and the largest working catapult in the world, Trebuchet.
  • Witness the live plays of “War of the Roses” and watch the display of “Birds of Prey”.
  • Enjoy the beautiful garden to visit the Time Tower, castle dungeon and the infamous garden maze.

Location: Warwick CV34 4QU, United Kingdom.

Timings: Everyday from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM.

Fly Over The Magnificent Stonehenge
Fly Over The Magnificent Stonehenge
  • One of the most mysterious Things To Do in London is to witness the strange Stonehenge by touring the historical city of Bath by a coach tour.
  • Get the panoramic view of the World’s Heritage Site Stonehenge Windsor Castle with an audio guide and interactive map available in 10 different languages.
  • Catch the site of British mediaeval architecture St. George’s chapel.

Activity Timings: 08:00 AM - 7:00 PM

 Sail Across The Water Of Thames In London River Cruise
Sail Across The Water Of Thames In London River Cruise
  • Sail across the beautiful and blissful River Thames of London, through London River Cruise to experience the charm of the city.
  • Catch glimpses of mesmerising attractions of the city such as Tower Bridge, the Shard, Tower of London, London’s Eye, and many more.
  • Eat delicious British cakes, pastries, and oak-smoked Salmon.
  • Enjoy on the upper deck to get stunning views of the enlightened city making it one of the most enjoyable Activities to do in London.

Cruise Departure Point: Tower pier, London UK, situated within walking distance of Tower Hill Underground station.

Go Karting In London
Go Karting In London

Compete with your loved ones in the UK’s longest and brand new indoor karting circuit of 1050 metres.- Speed up to 45 miles per hour on the long straight track and take the longest leaps of faith with safety and driver assistance equipment.- Enjoy on the track following the guidelines from National Karting Association and associating the products used in Formula 1 racing track.- Safely ensure your thrill and get a rush of adrenaline including Racing Balaclava and Gloves. - Make your kid participate in the Junior Karting session.

Activity Location: Unit 1, Rippleside Commercial Estate, Ripple Rd, London, Barking IG11 0RJ, UK.

Operating Hours: Everyday 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM.

Experience The Freshness Of London In The Kew Gardens
Experience The Freshness Of London In The Kew Gardens
  • Explore Kew Gardens, London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Visit galleries of Botanical Art and witness 250 years of Royal History.
  • Go through 10 different climatic zones with your friends and family.
  • Experience the greenery and freshness of the exotic rainforest at the palm house.
  • Enter Waterlily House and see the giant beauty of the lily pads.
  • Enjoy the retreats with bedrooms of princesses, a dining room, and the Georgian Royal Kitchens.

Location: Richmond, TW9 3AB, London.

Timings:1 to 30 Apr: Daily 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.1 May to 31 Aug: Weekdays 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Weekends 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.1 to 30 Sep: Daily 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.1 to 29 Oct: Daily 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.30 Oct to 15 Nov: Daily 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.16 Nov to 31 Dec: Daily 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Be A Mountaineer In London By O2 Arena Climbing
Be A Mountaineer In London By O2 Arena Climbing
  • Experience one of the most adventurous Things To Do in London with O2 Arena Climbing.
  • Get the ultimate feeling of being a mountaineer with a climbing suit, and boots in a 90-minute climb with your loved ones under a professional guide.
  • Climb O2 by crossing a walk away at a height of 52 metres to see mesmerising sites of the Big Ben, Canary Wharf, and The Shard.
  • Witness the bird’s eye view of the enchanting city of London from 15 miles away after climbing up to the O2 arena.

Location: Base Camp, The O2, Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX

Timings: Time slots are available between 10:00 AM to 08:30 PM

Witness The Charm of Aqua Life At Sea Life London
Witness The Charm of Aqua Life At Sea Life London
  • One of the rarest Activities to do in London involves the beauty of underwater amazers.
  • Witness the beauty of 400 special species in the beautiful underwater aqua world.
  • Visit 14 thrilling themed zones of the largest aquarium in Europe.
  • Catch the beauty of eels, octopuses, jellyfish, penguins, etc from a large zoomed view.
  • Take pictures with the tropical coral reefs to make your friends jealous.

Location: County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB

Timings: Operating hours are from Monday to Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday from 10:00 AM to 05:00 AM, and on Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 04:00 AM.

Experience 360 Degree Views From The London Helicopter Tour
Experience 360 Degree Views From The London Helicopter Tour
  • On board a helicopter taking you to the clouds with one of the most popular Things To Do in London.
  • Experience the enchanting views of the city of London from the heavenly skies.
  • Be safe with your friends and loved ones in the sky enjoying up to 30 minutes of thrill.
  • Catch the panoramic views of the western magic of London such as the Thames River, London’s Eye, Buckingham Palace, and St. Cathedral.

Location: Essex

Timing of the activity: 1 hour approximately

Discover The History Of London Through Hampton Court Palace
Discover The History Of London Through Hampton Court Palace
  • Transport yourself into the long lost reign of King Henry VIII in the Hampton Court Palace.
  • Set your foot into the King’s apartments and get to know about the history.
  • Visit the marvellous 450 year old Royal Chapel.
  • Become a maze runner in the 60-acre garden set in a loop of Thames.

Location: Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU, United Kingdom.

Timings: Operational hours are from Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 AM to 05:30 PM.

Discover London’s History Through Windsor Castle
Discover London’s History Through Windsor Castle

Visit Windsor Castle, the home of the royals for 1000 years in the glorious history of the British.- Offer your respect at the gothic holy site of St. George Chapel containing the burial site of King Henry- Witness the charm of the state department for luxurious furniture and artworks belonging to the marvellous eras.- Catch a glimpse of the infamous royal collection with different diamonds and precious gems.

Location: Windsor SL4 1NJ, United Kingdom.

Timings: Operational hours are from Thursday to Monday 10:00 AM to 05:15 PM in the months of March to October.10:00 AM to 04:15 PM from Thursday to Monday in the months of November to February.

Teleport Back To Past Of London Through Dover Castle
Teleport Back To Past Of London Through Dover Castle
  • Experience the history of England from the Cold War of the Romans to the powerful British empire for 9 centuries by booking Dover Castle Tickets.
  • Get mesmerising views from the top of the beautiful architectural Great Tower.
  • Visit the tower of King Henry II for exploring a variety of chambers of hauntingly beautiful interiors and holograms.
  • Learn about the Miracle of Dunkirk with the rescue operation through the archives of audio and videos.

Location: Castle Hill, Dover, Kent, CT16 1HU

Timings:1st Apr - 30th June: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM1st July - 31st Aug: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM1st Sep - 30th Oct: 10 AM to 5:00 PM31st Oct - 31st Dec: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Eat With Your Loved Ones At Thames Dinner Cruise
Eat With Your Loved Ones At Thames Dinner Cruise
  • Sail in the serene waters of the River Thames in a London River cruise from Westminster Pier to a blissful experience of the most enjoyable Things To Do in London.
  • Enjoy the tastiest 4-course meal consisting of the classic British Dishes.
  • Cheers, the glasses of fine wine with the love of your life in one of the most romantic dinners.
  • Witness the charm of a Cabaret singer setting up the mood of your London dreams.
  • Roam in the beautiful waters across the mesmerising sites of the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Eye, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Cruise Departure Point: Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, UK.

Activity Time: 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Enjoy The Thrill Of ArcelorMittal Orbit Ride
Enjoy The Thrill Of ArcelorMittal Orbit Ride
  • Experience the chills of the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide.
  • Wind around ArcelorMittal Orbit sculpture at the whopping speed of 24 kilometres per hour.
  • Rise 114.5 metres high in thrill to witness London’s breathtaking views.
  • Turn and twist 12 times in the adventurous and fun ride with your loved ones in the bone chilling 40 seconds of your life.

Location: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, 5 Thornton St, London E20 2AD, United Kingdom.

Timings: Operational hours on Weekdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Weekends from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

 Experience Scuba Diving In London
Experience Scuba Diving In London
  • The answer to What to do in London for underwater adventure is Scuba Diving.
  • Get the thrills of guided scuba diving in the European underwater world.
  • Reach the bottom of the aqua land in 15-acre large exotic place in London.
  • Choose from the three options of Try Diving, Refresh Diving and Guided Diving catering to the level of thrill and expertise of Beginners, intermediate and professional divers.
  • The guided diving will take you into the hypnotism of the deep waters of London at Wraysbury lake.

Location: 11 Power Road, Chiswick, London, W4 5PT

Activity Timing:Try Diving: Mon, Fri, Sat: 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PMRefresh Diving: Tue, Wed, Thu: 2:00 PM, 6:00 PMGuided Diving: Daily: 8:00 AM

Activity Duration: 1.5-2.5 Hours

Take Your Kid On The Shrek’s Adventure
Take Your Kid On The Shrek’s Adventure
  • One of the kid-friendly Activities to do in London is Shrek’s Adventure, making your kid indulge in the fun.
  • Take your kids to experience the fairy-land for real in London with the cult-classic Shrek.
  • Indulge in interactive walkthroughs with your kids making them happy.
  • Celebrate the birthday party of your kids and their little friends in the colours of Shrek designed by a Hollywood studio.
  • Board on an adventure with your kid to find Shrek and communicate with Princess Fiona and Donkey for clues.
  • Experience the magical 4D flying bus and Dreamworks stations with characters from "Kung Fu Panda" along with "How to Train Your Dragon".

Location: Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, United Kingdom

Timings: Shrek’s adventure is open from 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM every day except for Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM.

Board The London Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Board The London Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
  • Start from the Baker Street Station, Green Park Station, Marble Arch, Victoria Station, and Trafalgar Square to embark yourself on a journey to witness London’s beauty from the beautiful bus.
  • Cross the city’s infamous destinations in a fantastic double-decker open-top bus including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace.
  • Hop off and take the thrilling ride on London’s eye to get the city’s bird’s eye views.
  • Hop off to board London’s sightseeing cruise is one of the best Things to do in London.
  • Enjoy the cruise between Westminster and the Tower of London witnessing the attractions like Tower Bridge, Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe woth London Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour.

Location: Big Bus stops including the starting points from Baker Street Station, Green Park Station, Marble Arch, Victoria Station, and Trafalgar Square.

Departure Time (Bus): 08:30 AM.

Activity Time: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM.

Explore The Historical Site Of Westminster Abbey
Explore The Historical Site Of Westminster Abbey
  • Travel in the past experiencing one of the most famous historical Things To Do in London.
  • Explore the self-guided tour of London’s most iconic 1000-year-old building Westminster Abbey.
  • Witness the beauty of Gothic Architecture and catch a look at the oldest furniture in the country including the infamous King Edward’s Coronation Chair.
  • Visit the infamous burial site of the English to have a sneak peek into the long-lost times of Royal events and weddings.
  • Enter the memorials like the poet’s corner to understand its glorious history.

Location: 20 Deans Yd, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom

Timings: Operational hours are from Monday to Saturday 09:30 AM to 03.30 PM and Sunday is open for all services.

Do Bungee Jumping In London
Do Bungee Jumping In London
  • One of the most thrilling and unique adventurous Activities to do in London is the infamous Bungee Jumping.
  • Set your adventurous soul on fire with the thrill of Bungee Jumping at Battersea Park London.
  • Fly high in the sky under supervision and safety to witness the mesmerising views of London’s skyline.
  • Jump from the 160-ft bungee crane to enjoy the captivating views of Battersea Park, and River Thames.

Location: London SW11 4NJ, United Kingdom

Timings: Battersea Park is open every day from 06:30 AM to 10:30 PM.

 Go On The Dreadful Tour Of Jack The Ripper
Go On The Dreadful Tour Of Jack The Ripper
  • Perfect for the fans of crime drama and mysteries, revisit the chills to experience one of the most bone chilling Things To Do in London with gruesome happenings of history’s most dreadful and unknown killer Jack the Ripper!
  • Set yourself on a tour of the history of East-end London and the Whitechapel.
  • Experience the path of the times of misery and distress through the eyes of the Ripper hunting his victim.
  • Get complete information about the investigation, the suspects, and photographic evidence about the ill-fated victims from the professional Ripperologist guide.

Location: 85a Whitechapel High St, London E1 7QX, UK

Timings: Every day at 07:30 PM and on weekends twice at 05:00 PM and 07:30 PM..

Enjoy With Your Loved Ones At The London Theatre
Enjoy With Your Loved Ones At The London Theatre
  • If you are still wondering about What to do in London, you can think of enjoying musical shows, and plays with your friends and family in the infamous London theatre.
  • Visit the oldest and first theatre dedicated to West End theatre and Off-West End shows in London.
  • Book London theatre tickets to be a spectator for music shows, comedy, dance, plays and drama.
  • Experience the Drama and fringe by professional actors from the top shows.
  • From Frozen to Lion Kong, witness all the popular shows ranging from family entertainment to all types of thrills.

Location: 55 Strand London UK WC2R 0LQ

Timings: Operational hours are from 10:00 AM to 07:30 PM GMT Monday to Saturday and 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM Sunday while being closed on bank holidays.

Witness London's Skyline From Emirates Cable Car
Witness London's Skyline From Emirates Cable Car
  • Enjoy bird’s eye views of London’s skyline by travelling from the Greenwich Peninsula to Royal Docks by boarding the Emirates cable car.
  • Enjoy the exciting experience in the air by travelling above the river Thames and London's iconic structures.
  • Witness the mesmerising views of the sunset over the beautiful river Thames.
  • See-through the magic of London's bright lights shining up the entire city in elegance.

Location: Emirates Greenwich Peninsula, Greenwich, London SE10 0FJ.

Timings: Operational Hours of Emirates cable car are from Monday to Thursday 07:00 AM to 09:00 PM, on Fridays from 07:00 AM to 11:00 PM, on Saturdays/Bank holidays from 08:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and on Sundays from 09:00 AM to 09:00 PM.

Revisit The Poetic Past Through Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
Revisit The Poetic Past Through Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
  • Experience the charms of the theatre reconstructed over the original Globe Theatre where Shakespeare wrote his infamous plays.
  • Visit the world’s most renowned theatre, cultural hub and educational centre located on the southern banks of River Thames.
  • Watch the interesting historical plays along with different genres ranging from comedy to thrill.

Location: 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT, UK.

Timings: Operational hours are from Monday to Friday 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM and 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM on weekends.

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Which are the top activities to do in London?

    • Activities involving sightseeing: Board the helicopter tour of the city of London, the largest Ferris Wheel London’s Eye, Emirates cable car, or the open-air sky deck on the views from the Shard to adore the city of London and its popular monuments from the heavenly skies.Board the cruise on the River Thames while having a romantic dinner and enjoying the live music performances to catch a glimpse of the infamous places of the city of London such as Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Eye, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
    • Activities involving Art and Drama: Witness the real-life Hogwarts in the tour of Warner Bros studios and visit the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to witness a dose of theatre art and entertainment by professional actors.
    • Activities involving Flora and Fauna: Visit the Kew Gardens to witness the freshness of the flora in the botanical gardens. ZSL London Zoo is there to catch a glimpse of rare and beautiful animals and Sea life for the aqua creature's enchanting world underwater.
    • Adventurous Activities: What to do in London for adventures is not a question anymore as the country involves one of the best bungee jumping experiences along with scuba diving and mountain climbing like O2 climbing.

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