Things to do in London

Planning questions about London

What are the best things to do in London?

The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour is the highest ranked experience in London, scoring 98 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 2,121 traveler reviews. Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, Small Group Stonehenge, Bath and Secret Place Tour from London, The Dare Skywalk Climb round out the top five. Outty ranks 4,917 bookable experiences in London, United Kingdom, and 37 of them score 90 or above.

Which attractions should I visit in London?

The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Westminster, Westminster Abbey, Changing of the Guard, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament & Big Ben, St. Paul's Cathedral. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.

How much do activities in London cost?

The median price across everything we rank in London is $47 per person, and the cheapest starting price is £8 on London: Harry Potter Movie Locations Magical Guided Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in London for today?

Yes. 123 of the top 125 experiences we rank in London currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is London good for families?

Yes. 8 of the experiences we rank in London are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in London?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit London?

May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in London?

124 of the 125 experiences we rank in London offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in London gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within London so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.