Off-The-Beaten-Track
10 Lesser Known Attractions in London
I've been keen to show you a different side to London from the beginning when I created Tabby London. I hope I've doing just that. I'm also a big fan of going-off-the-beaten-track too. Even as a Londoner, I have yet to complete 50% of this list 🤣
Here are 10 lesser-known attractions in London that offer a more off-the-beaten-path experience:
1. Eel Pie Island
A quirky, private island on the Thames near Twickenham with a fascinating history tied to 1960s rock music and bohemian culture. Open to the public only a few times a year during open studio events.
2. God’s Own Junkyard
Located in Walthamstow, this neon wonderland is filled with vintage signs, movie props, and dazzling art by the late Chris Bracey.
3. Little Venice
A tranquil canal area with houseboats, waterside cafes, and scenic walks, located just north of Paddington. You can even take a boat ride to Camden Market.
4. The Seven Noses of Soho
An art scavenger hunt around Soho where you search for sculpted noses placed on buildings by artist Rick Buckley in protest of Big Brother surveillance.
5. The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities
A bizarre and brilliant cabinet of curiosities in Hackney that mixes taxidermy, occult objects, erotica, and fine art.
6. Wilton’s Music Hall
The oldest surviving music hall in the world, located in Whitechapel. It still hosts performances and offers a glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment.
7. Leighton House Museum
A hidden gem in Kensington, this former home of artist Frederic Leighton is a masterpiece of Orientalist design, with Islamic tiles and a golden domed Arab Hall.
8. Daunt Books
A stunning Edwardian bookshop in Marylebone, known for its oak galleries and skylights, with a travel-focused collection organized by country.
9. Postman’s Park
A peaceful garden in the City of London, home to the Memorial to Heroic Self Sacrifice, commemorating ordinary people who died while saving others.
10. Epping Forest
A vast ancient woodland on the northeast edge of London, perfect for long walks, horse riding, and spotting wildlife—once a royal hunting ground.
Parting Comments
Even as a Londoner, I have yet to complete 50% of this list 🤣. I will aim to rectify this ASAP.
Next time you're in town, don't forget to check out at least one of the above.
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About the Creator
Tabby London
The London I've been discovering is usually off the well-beaten track.I love the nooks and crannies and walking along the streets steeped in centuries worth of history. I'm fond of Zone 1 because that's where it all began centuries ago.
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