Things to Do in London
Plan your days in London, your way
London gives you a bit of everything without demanding you choose a lane.
Start with one proper icon: the Tower of London in the morning, then walk across Tower Bridge while it's still quiet.
Follow the river west along the South Bank — street performers, secondhand book stalls under Waterloo Bridge, the skyline unspooling beside you.
Lunch at Borough Market: a grilled cheese toastie from Kappacasein, eaten leaning on a railing like everyone else.
Duck into Tate Modern for an hour, no pressure, it's free.
Afternoon calls for a neighborhood wander — Notting Hill's pastel streets and Portobello Road, unhurried.
Find a proper pub around five and order whatever the person next to you is having.
Climb Primrose Hill for sunset; the whole city arranges itself for the photo.
Dinner somewhere small in Soho, then a slow walk through the lit-up West End.
Balanced, easy, and somehow exactly enough.
Top attractions and places to eat in London
Borough Market
A historic food market in Southwark offering artisanal produce, street food, and specialty stalls. Travelers come to sample diverse international foods and local British fare.
market · 4.6 rating
Madame Tussauds London
A famous wax museum displaying lifelike figures of celebrities, historical figures, and pop culture icons. Travelers visit to pose with realistic wax statues.
attraction · 4.5 rating
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
A vast UNESCO-listed botanical garden with historic glasshouses, plant collections, and landscaped grounds. Travelers come for its horticultural diversity and tranquil green spaces.
garden · 4.7 rating
London Zoo
The world's oldest scientific zoo, located in Regent's Park, housing a wide range of animals across themed exhibits. A popular family destination for wildlife viewing and conservation education.
attraction · 4.3 rating
Dishoom Covent Garden
A hugely popular Bombay-style café inspired by Irani cafes of old Bombay, serving Indian dishes in an atmospheric retro setting. Travelers flock here for its bacon naan, black daal and evocative decor.
restaurant · 4.7 rating
Hampton Court Palace
A grand Tudor and Baroque royal palace on the Thames once home to Henry VIII, featuring lavish state rooms, historic kitchens, and famous gardens with a hedge maze. Travelers visit for its rich royal history and architecture.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Shakespeare's Globe
A faithful reconstruction of the Elizabethan open-air theatre where Shakespeare's plays were staged, offering performances and guided tours. Travelers come to experience historic theatre and drama.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Royal Observatory Greenwich
The historic observatory on the Prime Meridian line, home to astronomy exhibits, historic timekeeping instruments, and a planetarium. Travelers visit to straddle the meridian and enjoy views over Greenwich.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Beigel Bake
A famous 24-hour bakery on Brick Lane serving salt beef bagels and traditional beigels. A beloved East London institution for cheap, satisfying bites at any hour.
bakery · 4.4 rating
Bill's Greenwich Restaurant
Popular all-day British and European restaurant beside Greenwich Market.
restaurant · 4.7 rating
BAO Soho
A compact, buzzy Taiwanese eatery in Soho known for its fluffy steamed bao buns and small plates. Travelers come for a casual, high-quality taste of modern Taiwanese street food.
restaurant · 4.8 rating
Franco Manca Covent Garden
A casual sourdough pizza chain outlet serving Neapolitan-style pizzas. Travelers stop by for affordable, quality wood-fired pizza in central London.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Bill's Richmond Restaurant
Popular all-day British and European restaurant near Richmond Park.
restaurant · 4.7 rating
Goddards at Greenwich
Historic family-run pie and mash restaurant established in 1890 near Greenwich Park.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Kiln
A buzzy Thai barbecue restaurant in Soho with counter seating, known for smoky wok and grill dishes. Travelers come for bold Northern Thai flavors in a lively setting.
restaurant · 4.3 rating