Summer is back and we're bringing you 100 ways to build your dream day in the capital.
Looking for inspiration? Use this page to craft your dream summer day trip to the capital with just a simple scroll through our handpicked activities below.
From London's iconic landmarks to hidden gems, there's something for everyone: Foodies to adrenaline junkies; free experiences to luxury ones. So, make the most of the warmer weather and light nights and discover the endless unique experiences London has to offer. Your summer travel adventure starts here - just a Grand Central journey away!
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Start planning your London day out below. Get on board and get inspired.
Food & drink adventures
#7 Dig into small plates and drinks with one of the city's best panoramic views
Enjoy breath-taking views and delicious dishes at Frank's.
#19 Wander around Borough Market
Discover flavours from around the globe at one of London's most iconic markets.
#6 Head on a tasty city-wide foodie treasure hunt
Hunt down the city's best bites.
#9 Go back to the 1940s at a secret underground cocktail bar
Head to Cahoots for spiffing cocktails and rationed snacks.
#95 Explore the East End’s street food scene
Satisfy your cravings with a diverse feast.
Discover history & culture
#58 Discover the Victoria and Albert Museum
Immerse yourself in centuries of creativity and design.
#11 Visit the London Transport Museum
Explore the 200-year-old link between transport and the growth of London.
#68 Visit the Bank of England Museum
Study the history of money, the economy and the Bank of England.
#26 Visit the Sherlock Holmes Museum
Step back in time and enter 221B Baker Street.
Family fun in the capital
#12 Get behind the screen at the Crystal Maze LIVE Experience
Time is ticking. Will you be crowned champions?
#22 Hire a pedalo in Hyde Park's iconic Serpentine lake
Make a splash this summer.
#49 Chill out in the hot weather with an ice cream making class
Beat the heat with a masterclass at Pan-n-Ice.
#82 Race your way around London's giant Monopoly board
Game night just got supersized.
Shop, play & explore
#39 Enjoy a personalised shopping experience in the capital’s most legendary store
Selfridges' ultimate shopping experience.
#61 Get competitive at ping pong
Serve up some fun.
#74 Take a ride on the London Eye
Soar above the capital's iconic skyline.
#80 See local city farm animals with an iconic Canary Wharf backdrop
Moooove over city life, Mudchute farm awaits.
Art, theatre & shows
#79 Test your skills at an East London street art workshop
Find your artistic potential.
#41 Watch street entertainers work up a crowd in Covent Garden
Be amazed by world-class performers.
#76 See a performance at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
Step back in time and witness timeless performances.
#48 Enjoy a play in the West End
Experience the magic of live theatre with some of the world's finest acting talent.
Recharge & reconnect
#50 Enjoy chilled-out music in interesting venues
Experience London's vibrant music scene in unexpected spaces.
#90 Wander around Richmond Park
Explore the great outdoors without leaving Greater London.
#86 Get those happy hormones flowing at Dopamine Land
London's ultimate happiness hotspot
#57 Get lost in a book at the Southbank's National Poetry Library
Your next chapter awaits.
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