Activities In London

Somerset House

Somerset House is a spectacular neo-classical building in the heart of London, sitting between the Strand and the River Thames. During summer months 55 fountains dance in the courtyard, and in winter you can skate on London's favourite ice rink. Somerset House also hosts ope ...

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Courtauld Gallery

The Courtauld Institute of Art is one of the world’s leading centres for the study of the history and conservation of art and architecture. The Gallery houses one of Britain’s best-loved collections and is based at Somerset House. The Courtauld is an independent college of t ...

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Waterloo Bridge

Thanks to its location at a strategic bend in the river, the views of London both east and west from the bridge are widely held to be the finest from any spot at ground level. Designed of Portland stone by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, it is frequently asserted that the work forc ...

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The London Eye

The London Eye is a giant 135-metre (443 ft) tall Ferris wheel situated on the banks of the River Thames. Since 20 January 2011, it has been officially known as the EDF Energy London Eye following a three-year sponsorship deal.

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London Eye Pier

Thames Clippers is one of the larger river boat operaters with high-speed catamarans calling at London's major piers at regular timetabled intervals.

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Southbank Centre

Southbank Centre is the largest single-run arts centre in the world and includes Royal Festival Hall, Hayward Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room. Southbank Centre is a short walk away from Covent Garden and Westminster and minutes from the Waterloo, Charing Cross an ...

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The National Theatre

The National has three theatres - the Olivier, Lyttelton and Cottesloe - and on each day we present up to three different shows.

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Oxo Tower

The building currently has a set of bijou arts and crafts shops on the ground and first floors. A well-known restaurant is located on the 8th floor, which is the roof top level of the main building.

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Shakespeare’s Globe

Founded by the pioneering American actor and director Sam Wanamaker, Shakespeare's Globe is a unique international resource dedicated to the exploration of Shakespeare's work.

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Tate Modern

Admission is free, except for special exhibitions. It is the most-visited modern art gallery in the world, with around 4.7 million visitors per year

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Southwark Cathedral

Mother church of the Anglican Diocese of Southwark. Includes information on services, music, visitor centre and refectory.

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Borough Market

Borough Market is London's largest and most renowned food market; a source of exceptional British and international produce.

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Menier Chocolate Factory

The Menier Chocolate Factory has been a full time producing house since 2004, and comprises a theatre, restaurant, bar and rehearsal space. 

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City Hall

Parts of City Hall can be visited, Mondays to Thursdays from 8.30am to 6pm and Fridays from 8.30am to 5.30pm.

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Tower Bridge

Enjoy stunning views of London from the high level walkways and continue your journey to the Victorian Engine Rooms to learn about the inner workings of the Most Famous Bridge in the World.

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