Créé par Romane, le 7 mai 2026
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Tick-tock, tick-tock, the clicking of Big Ben has started the countdown of your London getaway. So what should you do to make the most of your time in the English capital? Even in rainy weather, London is a city that never slows down. However, the whims of the weather could disrupt your schedule... Therefore, what are your options to be sure you'll have fun there? Luckily, our selection comes at the perfect time to let you experience the city off the beaten path.
Our advice will be invaluable to guide you through the largest city in the United Kingdom!
Naturally, entertainment options are numerous and revolve around cultural pillars: the royal family, Harry Potter, Jack the Ripper and cult rituals like Tea Time. In our selection, you'll find the best unusual activities around these must-sees and more! Everything is gathered so you can prepare your trip to London in the best conditions. And this, regardless of the weather or the duration you'll spend there.
What to do in London? 10 activity ideas
No need to know London like the back of your hand to find the best deals and activities. With the help of our top activities in London, you'll enjoy the city like a local! From unmissable tourist attractions like the London Eye, to hidden corners. There will always be a fun activity suited to your budget. Whether you're staying in London with family, friends, as a couple, or solo, everyone will find something to enjoy in our selection!
1. Have afternoon tea on the Thames
Category: €€ / Gastronomic
Description: What could be more typical than English tea to get in the mood? If the English are not fine gourmets, particularly for savory dishes, quality sweets are more widespread and always welcome. With this 1.5-hour cruise, try one of the best English traditions: afternoon tea. Along the water, observe London's historic buildings while savoring a cup of tea served with sandwiches and delicate small cakes. This activity promises a gentle discovery.
2. Marvel at Buckingham Palace Royal Mews
Category: €€ / Cultural
Description: Between royalty and animal splendor, the English royal mews are among the most beautiful in the world. In this equine and almost timeless universe, admire some of the horses harnessed to His Majesty's carriages! You'll also approach the majestic carriages that transport the king and his family during official events.
3. Visit the mythical Harry Potter Warner Bros studios
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Category: €€€ / Unusual
Description: What fan has never dreamed of receiving their enrollment letter to the best wizarding school in the world? By visiting the filming sets of the famous Harry Potter saga, you'll discover this magical world as if you were there. Surrounded by sets more real than nature, you'll approach the props and costumes used during the filming of the movies. This is truly the activity not to miss for all fans of the saga.
4. Go on a gastronomic tour through the city
Category: €€ / Gastronomic
Description: The English are really not known for being aces in the kitchen, far from it! Fortunately, London is the best place to hope to eat according to your tastes or discover new flavors. Through this 3-hour culinary tour, stock up on treats and delicious dishes. This surprising gastronomic experience through the city will very certainly make you appreciate local dishes. Yes, incredible but true!
5. Discover the dark city Jack the Ripper style
Category: €€ / Unusual / Cultural
Description: Shiver in the streets of London as in the time of the sinister Jack the Ripper... This activity will plunge you into the Victorian era, at the time when the murderer was wreaking havoc in the streets of the capital. You'll enter a secret universe with heavy alcohol vapors, when violence and prostitution were rampant. A whole mysterious (and terrifying) London awaits you!
6. Go on an expedition to the White Cliffs of Dover
Category: €€€/ Cultural
Description: Missing the fresh air and clear horizon of the English Channel? Go on a day trip from London to the famous pristine cliffs of Dover. Walk along this spectacular coastal view to invigorate yourself properly. During this day of exploration, you'll also have the opportunity to visit the city of Canterbury and its majestic cathedral.
7. Cycle through London's secret places
Category: €€ / Cultural / Sporty
Description: Nothing beats cycling to get around London! By weaving between buses and adorable London taxis, you'll sometimes come face to face with an unexpected monument. Good news, this activity offers to make you discover them all! From one quirky site to another, you'll soon be experts in off-the-beaten-path cycling tours. On the program: medieval history, big names in cinema and strange and unprecedented anecdotes of life in London.
8. Sail on a Thames cruise
Category: €€ / Cultural
Description: Set sail (or almost) aboard a boat on the Thames. You'll discover the route between Westminster and Greenwich in the best possible way. Thanks to the large windows of the boat, you'll marvel at some of London's main tourist sites from the river waters.
Good to know: This route between Westminster and Greenwich can be done one way or round trip.
9. Become a street artist in London's East End
Category: €€ / Unusual
Description: Admiring street art works is one thing, creating them yourself is another. Thanks to this creative and unusual workshop, let your imagination express itself with spray paint cans. During 4 hours of visiting the streets of this colorful neighborhood, you'll learn the essentials of urban art. Then, it's time for practice in the workshop. This is a fun and culturally rich moment you won't soon forget.
10. Admire the city during an abseil descent
Category: €€€ / Thrills
Description: Get some height with this amazing London activity. By hoisting yourself to the top of a metal structure with abseiling instructors, you'll enjoy a breathtaking view of the capital. Your guides will ensure your safety at every stage of the course, until the long-awaited descent... Indeed, the best moment will be returning to solid ground! Keep your heart well attached, lean back and off you go for the abseil descent!