Top 50 Best Things to Do in London
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  • The British Museumtop_1
    󰺂10
    London.Bloomsbury1.2 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoA Fashion Extravaganza: The British Museum's Major Fall Exhibition | Sep 20, 2025-Mar 22, 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜See precious ancient Egyptian artifacts
    󰀆Greek architecture & modern atrium
    󱨠Saved by 2448 users󱨠1748 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    M29***10M29***10

    I can attest to this: when visiting museums, you absolutely must purchase an guided tour. This morning I visited the British Museum. Luckily, I wisely chose the more expensive premium guided tour. Diana's explanation was lively, engaging, and undeniably professional. She not only told you what you saw but also provided an accessible explanation of the history behind the exhibits, allowing you to appreciate the characteristics of different cultures and even compare them with Chinese civilization. Diana, like a wise woman, not only shared the stories behind the exhibits but also showcased the unique humanistic appeal of Britain and the insights of someone who experienced it firsthand. Her profound knowledge and deep understanding of Beijing culture made us feel truly moved and reluctant to leave. My fellow travelers immediately decided to listen for an extra hour. Diana also shared the best camera angles, guaranteed to make your photos go viral on social media.

  • Westminster Abbeytop_2
    󰺂10
    30.98
    London.Buckingham Palace1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜A historical coronation site of the British royal family
    󰀆World Heritage & Royal Coronations
    󱨠Saved by 1565 users󱨠811 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    M33***70M33***70

    It is definitely worth going. You can deeply feel the profound British culture and the importance Britain attaches to talents in various fields such as science, culture and art. When we went there, we queued for less than an hour to get in. The order arrangement in the venue was very reasonable and the Chinese translator was very useful.

  • Buckingham Palacetop_3
    󰺂9.6
    13.99
    London.Buckingham Palace1.4 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoChanging of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Experience 19 magnificent royal palaces
    Watch the musical guard change
    󱨠Saved by 2035 users󱨠918 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    D27***80D27***80

    This is a well-deserved attraction, ideally allowing at least two hours. It's grand yet unassuming, and historical yet not outdated. Each step is incredibly difficult to take, and the scenery is breathtaking. You won't want to stop until you've seen enough. Photography is not permitted.

  • London Eye
    4
    󰺂9.6
    29
    London.Waterloo722m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆London Eye Champagne Experience at Night
    󰀆London Eye New Year's fireworks
    󱨠Saved by 2074 users󱨠1396 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    300***84300***84

    One of the landmark buildings in London, England, it is very popular with tourists. It is very convenient to book tickets online. Now you can directly check your ticket and enter. The whole journey takes about 30 minutes. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of London. It is one of the must-see attractions when traveling to the UK.

  • Windsor Castle
    5
    󰺂9.5
    31
    Windsor33.3 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoExperience royal British culture at Windsor Castle
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Tour the opulent halls and admire the royal collection
    Art & artifacts in suites
    󱨠Saved by 681 users󱨠537 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Robert_TaiRobert_Tai

    The view was beautiful. However the length of visit was a bit short compared to ticket price (personal perspective)

  • Phantom of The Opera
    6
    󰺂9.2
    31.39
    London.St James435m from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoPhantom of The Opera
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Enjoy the classic Phantom show in a London theater
    Listen to the beautiful sounds of "The Music of the Night"
    󱨠Saved by 696 users󱨠130 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    viviglobaltripviviglobaltrip

    A performance that moved me to tears. Although I have watched it many times, the feeling of coming to a London theater is still very different. The Phantom of the Opera is performed at Her Majesty Theatre. The interior of Her Majesty Theatre is very classical. The entire theater is only for The Phantom of the Opera. There is a bar with a lot of atmosphere before entering the theater. You can buy a glass of wine or soft drinks. You are allowed to take a highball glass to watch the performance in the theater. The emotional value is full. After entering the theater, I also saw a box, but it is estimated that the price is not cheap. It is not something I can enjoy for the time being. Haha. The actors performed very well throughout the performance, and the stage design was amazing. The atmosphere was full when the chandelier rose at the beginning, and the various exquisite props that followed were even more dazzling. The props that impressed me were the elephant, Christine's dressing room, and the scene where Christine's fiancé jumped into the water on the suspension bridge to find Christine. I was really shocked and curious about what was underneath to catch this actor. Regarding the singing clips, I used to only have a filter for the male and female protagonists. Today, I feel that many supporting roles sing well, such as the two new bosses are very interesting, and the chorus clips are also very contagious. In terms of special effects, the moment when the lights fell was really exciting! And the fire-breathing scene! This play is worth savoring for a long time, Listen to the music of the night! Watching tips: It is recommended to book tickets one to two days in advance. The viewing angle of the royal circle I bought is good. Although it is not on the first floor, the field of vision is close, and the whole stage can be seen clearly, even the actors on the bridge or stairs on the stage can be seen clearly. The stage of this play is very three-dimensional, and it is estimated that some of it cannot be seen on the first floor. Friends who like musicals are strongly recommended not to miss it when they come to London. There are many good plays in London, all near Chinatown.

  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
    7
    󰺂9.1
    22
    Watford28.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Harry Potter film set transformed
    󱨜Explore Harry Potter film sets
    󱨠Saved by 1313 users󱨠193 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    TheGiantPandaTheGiantPanda

    Almost like a dream come true! All the movies come back at once!

  • St. Paul's Cathedral
    8
    󰺂9.1
    26
    London.Bank2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Explore Church Crypts and Celebrity Tombs
    󱨜Whisper Gallery's unique acoustics
    󱨠Saved by 1060 users󱨠546 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    D27***80D27***80

    The second time I went, it was worth walking slowly and carefully. If you have enough physical strength, you must climb to the top. There are not many people on non-holidays, so you don’t need to make an appointment in advance. You can also buy tickets at the door. There are Chinese commentaries on the headphones, and the ticket price includes

  • Tower Bridge
    9
    󰺂9.0
    16
    London3.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨞Enjoy London's night views along the River Thames
    󱨜Tower Bridge lifts for ships
    󱨠Saved by 2151 users󱨠1422 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    The Tower Bridge has some history, but you can't walk around it for long. It's a landmark building, so you can take pictures. The bridge is not long. You have to climb some stairs to walk from the East Tower to the West Tower, but they are not very high. There is a glass path in the middle of the bridge, so you can see below.

  • River Thames
    10
    󰺂8.9
    London835m from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in London
    Highlights:
    London landmarks & river cruise
    󱤎Landmarks on both sides of the river
    󱨠Saved by 867 users󱨠361 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    It was a very pleasant experience. The onboard service and etiquette were very professional, and the cruise was on schedule. The scenery along the coast was also beautiful, especially the night view. Singers performed throughout the meal, adding to the atmosphere, creating a wonderful atmosphere.

What Best Things to Do are there in London?
These are all Best Things to Do in London:The British Museum, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, London Eye, Windsor Castle
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in London?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in London include:The British Museum:4.7, Westminster Abbey:4.7, Buckingham Palace:4.6, London Eye:4.7, Windsor Castle:4.7
At what locations in London can Best Things to Do in London be found?
The Best Things to Do in London are mainly located in:The British Museum:London, Westminster Abbey:London, Buckingham Palace:London, London Eye:London, Windsor Castle:Windsor
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