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THE 10 BEST London Rainy-Day Activities
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Westminster
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Westminster
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Covent Garden
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Westminster
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City of London
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Southwark
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Marylebone
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Knightsbridge
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Southbank
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Westminster
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Covent Garden
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Euston / Kings Cross /St Pancras
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Arenas & Stadiums
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Trafalgar Square / Embankment
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Notting Hill
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Greenwich
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What travelers are saying
- Jania CrushLondon, UK5 contributionsThe British Museum is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore the fascinating history of the world. With world-renowned exhibits and educational programs, it is an incredible experience for all ages. From the Rosetta Stone to the Parthenon sculptures, there is something for everyone. The museum also offers a range of activities, from lectures to guided tours, to help visitors learn more about the past. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a fun day out, The British Museum is a must-see!Written December 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephToronto, Canada166 contributionsFree admission to this beautiful gallery. Absolutely loved going in, wish I had more time to see the whole thing. If you're an art lover/want to see some iconic works, go visit. Loved the Impressionism and Pointlism pieces the most.Written December 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephToronto, Canada166 contributionsIt's a massive museum geared towards science/natural history. It was extremely crowded the day I went (a weekday) with many families and school groups. It definitely has interesting exhibits (the OG Charles Darwin pieces, the dinosaur exhibit, the escalator that goes through a planet, etc.) but I was not expecting it to be so loud and noisy for a weekday. Great for families/kids and everyone of all ages, but be aware it's definitely great for younger audiences and will be noisy because of this.Written December 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- L_K1509London, UK1,312 contributionsI was surprised at how much there is to see in the V&A, having not been since I was a kid I sent several hours wandering around this vast museum.
The old parts of the building are stunning and complimented by the modern parts. Ceramics and jewellery were nice to see, there are so many different areas. There used to be even a copy of Michelangelo David.
The main cafe is in a stunning room, next time we will have to have tea and cake.
They really should charge an entry fee!! All over Europe museums charge but all the museums here are free. Missed opportunity to raise funds for the museum.
Plenty of benches and facilities around.Written December 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SozlovesholisaysIpswich, UK1,755 contributionsWe had a lovey visit here, plenty to see on the tour, wearing the headset , you are guided around the main hall,although sometimes it is a bit unclear where to go next.
The cafe is well worth a visit, all round, a great place to spend about 2.5 hours, all inside ( obviously underground ) so perfect for a wet day activity.Written December 3, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jane-Marie MBechtelsville, PA47 contributionsExpect crowds-it very popular and rightly so. The unique architecture, historic value, and burial place honoring famous royals, scientists, writers, inventors, politicians, military and medical personage make Westminster Abby, a religious World Heritage Site, a sightseeing spot on most bucket lists. Take the time to stroll and examine the surroundings. Ignore the crowds and enjoy the experience. Highly recommend that you read/research the background of Westminster Abby so you know where to find what you want to see. It's huge!Written November 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rob CMunich, Germany106 contributionsBorough Market is definitely a "must see destination" in London. The place is incredible...an absolute foodie paradise. You can find specialities/delicacies from all over the world here and a whole lot more. As can be expected, the market is really busy and full of awesome atmosphereWritten December 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Andy CBanbury, UK508 contributionsWhat a wonderful place to either just walk around taking in the atmosphere of Christmas admiring all decorations or stopping for a drink and some wonderful food in some lovely restaurants or even buying something from the excellent stores scattered around .Written December 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- John S5 contributionsThe guide was enthusiastic and really knowledgeable. A brilliant tour that well exceeded expectations. Only way it could have been improved would have been if pictures were permitted. I will be recommending it for years!!Written December 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- adabournemouthBournemouth, UK660 contributionsOne of the best places to visit in London! An amazing experience. Need to book 3 weeks in advance. Need to queue but worth it. Views are unbelievable. Cocktails and mulled wine are epic.Written December 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ASTOR001Nottingham, UK17 contributionsAnd as part of the same stay, Kathleen in the Exec Lounge is such a friendly and helpful person - and the cocktails she mixes are absolutely outstanding. An absolute star! ⭐️Written December 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christian Z4 contributionsI went because I heard good things about it from friends and since it was included in the London pass, I decided to give it a go.
The first part was a well thought out glimpse into the history of the bridge from Roman to Victorian times. Though the sets are a bit worse for wear, it was fun and the actors did their best to bring their characters to life. Especially the barman at the end was really engaging and I would have stayed and listened to him a bit longer.
Afterwards the scary part of the experience begins, within a haunted house style walking attraction. As there are several real people in there to frighten you, expect a number of jump scares. You walk through different classic horror themed areas which give off a bit of a ghost train vibe adding to the experience. Some scares are really unexpected and if you go there with younger children you might want to opt for their guardian angel option.
All in all a fun, scary experience.Written September 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Michele PBendigo, Australia4 contributionsThe wax replicas were very well done. My daughter loved the celebrities, musicians, etc. Enjoyed the cab ride through history. Took the best pictures in Star Wars and Marvel sections. Marvel 4D show was pretty good.
Turning up was daunting - 2 really long lines. But we were inside within 10 mins!
Didn't see anywhere you could buy tickets at the venue, so glad we bought online in advance.Written November 25, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alexandra Rizou4 contributionsWe really enjoyed our tour in Stamford Bridge! Scott was our tour guide and he was excellent, very passionate about Chelsea and funny and he gave us a lot of interesting information about the team, the stadium, the history and he was engaging with our group throughout the end of the tour! Would definitely recommend it, my partner is a big Chelsea fan and he absolutely loved it!Written November 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HistoricHotelFanPhiladelphia, PA109 contributionsI had not been in a few years to the Imperial War Museum. I enjoyed the redone WW2 galleries, and visited again the WW1 galleries. I liked the temp exhibit "Spies, Lies and Deception" In prior years, there was always great hot food in the cafe, but very little choices other than Vegan or Pizza or Hamburgers, this time. The expresso was terrible, beyond belief, left a horrible taste in my mouth, so note to Museum cafe: please change whatever you are doing for Expresso. Overall, for decades, this has been one of London's most interesting and important museums, so I recommend it. I visited the old Holocaust ex, so on a future visit, will visit the new version.Written December 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
