Wander logo

Ideas of What to do When in London

A Cultural Experience

By Rosalyn Published 4 years ago 3 min read

The London Eye, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace – London is a sprawling city that's overflowing with world-famous attractions. If you're lucky enough to visit this English capital for the first time then it can be hard to know where to start! To help out, we've put together a list of London's most iconic sights and cultural experiences for you to enjoy.

Take a stroll through London's Royal Parks. Covering over 400 hectares, these beautiful green spaces are perfect for a relaxing walk or picnic lunch. My favourites are Hyde Park and Regent's Park – both of which offer stunning views of London's skyline.

If you're looking for something more active, why not go on a bike because sometimes the best way to see London is up close and personal. London has some great cycle routes, or you could join a London Bike Tour for a guided tour of the city. London is jam-packed with beautiful parks to enjoy in the sun, many of which are free too!

London is one of the world's trendiest cities and it has some amazing shopping to match. Oxford Street, London's main high street, offers everything from designer brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton to quirky independent stores selling must-have souvenirs.

London has an abundance of cultures from different parts of the world, London boasts about having residents who speak over hundred different languages. London is a city where you can find any type of food and enjoy different types of performances. London's theatre scene is one of the most vibrant in the world, with new productions opening every week. Be sure to check out Shakespeare: The Globe. There are dozens of shows running at any one of the world-known theatres. You can see new and upcoming productions to the old classics such as The Phantom of the Opera or Les Miserables.

London has some amazing markets selling everything from vintage clothes and upcycled furniture to organic fruits and handmade jewellery. Portobello Market on a Saturday morning is probably one of London’s best places to be.

London is a foodie’s paradise – there’s nothing like trying out the local cuisine in one of London’s incredible restaurants or even better making it yourself as everything is just a tube, a bus ride away. London has some great markets as well, such as Borough Market and Broadway Market. London is also home to the largest Chinatown in Europe – definitely worth checking out.

London has an abundance of museums and galleries to explore. The Natural History Museum, Science Museum, and V&A are all amazing with kids (and adults!) London also has incredible museums - The British Museum, The National Gallery, Tate Modern are some of the most famous ones. If you're looking for something more traditional, London also has a huge amount of world-class art galleries. London's neighbourhoods are famous for their street performances, which you can watch while enjoying the culture, food, and drinks from all over the world.

London has so much to offer for everyone, I am sure you will have an incredible time here. London is a place where multiculturalism was born and because of that London can be called the number one city all over the world if it comes down to cultural experiences. London should be your first travel destination when planning out your travels around Europe or even those more local. London has a lot to offer for everyone.

London is the birthplace of multiculturalism which makes London the number one city in Europe when it comes down to cultural experiences, you will have an incredible time here that you will never forget. London is a place where you will be able to experience all the cultures in one city which makes London the number one travel destination for travelers who are looking forward to getting lost in unknown places. London has something for everyone and it should always top your list when planning out trips around Europe or even those more local, London offers so much that London can't possibly disappoint you.

London is one of those places that London won't disappoint you. London once again proved why London's multiculturalism makes London the number one city in Europe when it comes down to cultural experiences, London will never fail on putting a smile on your face no matter what kind of travel experience are you looking for there is always something here for everyone and the more time.

travel advice

About the Creator

Rosalyn

A twenty something year old. My favourite things are travelling, photography and drinking cocktails. When not studying or working, you’ll find me exploring new places or dreaming up stories that will never come true.

https://lnk.bio/x7mT

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments

There are no comments for this story

Be the first to respond and start the conversation.

Sign in to comment

    Find us on social media

    Miscellaneous links

    • Explore
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Support

    © 2026 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.