London Travel Guide

From Big Ben to the Tower Bridge, the sights of London are breathtaking during the day — and there's lots to see in London at night, too. Bright lights, live music, ancient traditions, and various late-night attractions mean there are many things to do in London even after the sun sets.

Whether you're interested in seeing a show in the West End or visiting multiple stops along a pub crawl, it's not hard to find fun things to do at night in London. However, many shows and ceremonies are time-sensitive, so plan your visit accordingly.

Top ranked: London at night

Best attractions to visit at night: Tower of London and London's music venues

Best neighborhood for nightlife: Soho

Best sunset spot: The London Eye

Best way to see London's lights at night: Dinner Cruises

No matter how often you visit London, there’s always something new to discover. It’s a city of endless opportunities.

On sunny days, we love escaping the busy streets for one of its green spaces. Primrose Hill and Greenwich offer amazing views, while Kew Gardens is like being transported to a jungle with its impressive plant collection.

Whether you love history or nature, London’s museums are a great way to spend a rainy day. Many are free to visit, and there’s so much to see.

Discover our favorite places to spend a day in the city and top London travel tips.

While London’s grand palaces and skyscrapers are certainly worth your attention, make sure you seek out the city’s hidden places, too.

From Greenwich’s hilltop views to the secret passages only a guided London Underground tour will show you, these are the top 10 hidden gems in London that local experts Narcis and Ela recommend. Having spent the last seven years exploring every corner of the city, they know the rooftops and quiet spaces many don’t.

Given Europe’s long and rich history, its cities host numerous cultural treasures dating from the dawn of humanity to the present day. Standing out in this crowded field is not easy, but London manages to do just that. Fine arts, religious relics, and architectural wonders are found next to masterpieces of contemporary visual arts. 

For this reason, it’s not easy to narrow down London’s top 100 cultural attractions, let alone the top 10, but we have tried our best to recommend a balanced mix of new and old, as well as the more abstract and non-touristy things to do.