Open House London 2026 runs 12-20 September, opening 800+ buildings across all 33 boroughs for free. Here's my pick of 15 buildings and tours worth booking or queuing for.

A new urban oasis beckons in the heart of London's bustling financial district. The Reflection Garden (open to the public 24/7) and its exclusive rooftop terrace at 25 Cannon Street invite visitors to escape the fast-paced city life and immerse themselves in a serene environment. Read on to find out how to enjoy a unique visit to the hidden rooftop terrace - open to the public only for 2 days! Trust me, you won't want to miss this unique opportunity. But first, let's see why

Canary Wharf’s Illuminating Winter Lights festival is back! 22 award-winning light installations are here to beat the January blues and render the dark winter evenings aglow. After a two-year hiatus, the enthralling outdoor immersive light exhibition is open from Wednesday 18th to Saturday 28th of January and is London’s largest free-to-attend light display. Walk the trail of unique and mesmerizing installations, including 9 pieces never previously displayed in the UK. Take t

New Year is a time of celebration and introspection, a party that culminates a year that may or may not have been a great one for you. But that's why it's so special, it doesn't matter what the year previous had in store for you, it's a time when you can focus on the future, celebrate the now, and leave all your troubles and worries behind. If you find yourself in Big Smoke this New Year, then we can assure you you aren't without an absolute flurry of incredible London New Ye

Looking for a very special way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year? Il Divo return this December for their Christmas With Il Divo UK tour. Win 2 tickets to their London show at OVO Arena Wembley (Friday, December 16, 2022) by entering the WithinLondon competition on Instagram. The upcoming shows will be filled with Il Divo’s hits from their vast catalogue of songs as well as festive classics. Following the tragic passing of Il Divo’s Carlos Marin, the remaining

⛸️ Skate at Somerset House 📆 Wed, Nov 15, 2023 - Sun, Jan 14, 2024. 🎫 Details & Tickets Show off your best ice-skating moves and share hilarious, unforgettable, and life-affirming moments with your loved ones. The 20th annual festive ice rink experience decks your inner halls with the ultimate nightlife DJ sets, skating lessons, Skate Lates, and gourmet dining. For champagne and cocktails, visit the luxurious rink-side lounge by Moët & Chandon. 🎄 Light up Your Christmas at

London Open House Festival is the annual celebration of London’s most fascinating buildings. During the past three decades, the organizers have always put together the most captivating programmes, inviting curious Londoners to explore impressive homes, best-known historic buildings, or astonishing pieces of architecture that grant limited to no access to the public throughout the year. For two weeks only, our capital's most fabulous places open their doors to explorers FOR FR

A classical tribute to Amy Winehouse's most iconic music will take place in London later this month. Expect to hear all of her classics beautifully performed live by the London Film Music Orchestra Soloists (quartet) in a stunning candle-lit setting. Programme: 1 hour of Amy Winehouse's music, including Back to Black, You Know That I'm No Good, Valerie, Rehab, Tears Dry On Their Own, Love Is A Losing Game, Me & Mr Jones, and more. 📍 Where: Holy Trinity Church, Sloane Square,

Between 23 and 25th September 2022, Projekt Mkt’s Vintage Poster Market brings unique vintage art to one of Peckham’s most charming...

Another fantastic summer of free live music awaits in the heart of the city, as Regent’s Park Music Festival has just begun. Every weekend and bank holiday from 18 June to 25 September, Regent’s Broad Walk and the Bandstand will be home to spectacular concerts. Programmes include local Jazz Big Bands, Concert Bands, small groups, and Choirs. Live performances will be lasting all afternoon from 12.30 to 5:30 PM on Bank Holiday Mondays and Sundays, and from 2 PM to 4 PM on Satu

Just seven days left to discover the story of Amy’s early career through her teenage notebooks, candid pictures, and early recordings. Get ready to explore the creative process behind her incredibly confessional music and deeply personal songs. Click here for a short video preview. The Design Museum exhibition pays tribute to a wealth of eclectic influences including jazz, rock, hip-hop, Motown, R&B, Dinah Washington, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Mark Ronson, Erykah Badu,

Thousands of Londoners joined the "London Stands with Ukraine" Solidarity March and Vigil on Saturday 26 March, showing a "message of support to the Ukrainian people."The march started at Park Lane, continued through Piccadilly Circus, where Yoko Ono’s ‘IMAGINE PEACE’ artwork is on display, and ended with a vigil in Trafalgar Square. Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, who organized the march, wanted to show the world that everyone in the British capital stands “shoulder to shoulder

Make this spring memorable and book a special 90-minute visit to the Buckingham Palace Garden! Enjoy the blissful serenity of the Queen’s majestic gardens when they’re not typically available to the general public. An experienced royal warden will help you discover all the seasonal highlights during a limited number of just 9 guided tours. You'll have special access to the whole 39-acre private land in full springtime when the historic garden is flourishing with the utmost fr

This autumn, Kew Gardens invites everyone to discover, explore and celebrate the mesmerising art, plants, and culture of Japan. The Japan festival includes a breath-taking large-scale artistic display, immersive soundscapes, and a stunning Momijigari Trail around the Gardens. Head of Visitor Programmes and Exhibitions at RBG Kew says, Paul Denton, said: “Kew has a strong connection to Japan through both our architectural features and our plants in the Gardens. The harmony and

Bowie fans, let's dance and celebrate the Space Oddity artist's 75th birthday! To mark the occasion, a Bowie-themed pop-up store opened at 14 Heddon Street, central London, running from October 2021 into early 2022. It featured Bowie-centric unseen footage, signed memorabilia, and rare merchandise such as limited edition records. David Bowie Pop Up London: The Heddon Street Connection Real Bowie connoisseurs would have instantly recognised the location from the cover of the 1

For the last time this year, Action Museum Depot opens its doors wide open to all fans of the London Transport Network and especially of the London Underground. Get ready to admire heritage vehicle displays, hear behind-the-scenes tales and explore the dark stories of the secret nooks that lie beneath London’s streets. A weekend of fun activities for all ages. Discover London’s most famous vintage vehicles and delve deeper into our capital’s transport treasure trove. As alway

A herd of 100 beautifully sculpted life-sized lantana elephants is on display in London’s Green Park, St. James’s Park & Berkeley Square until Friday 23 July, before being sold for charity. Each unique elephant sculpture included in this environmental art exhibition was meticulously handcrafted by the tribal communities in the Nilgiri Hills of Southern India, home to 150 magnificent wild elephants and a quarter of a million people who live alongside them in complete harmony.

Londoners, are you still gushing over the Friends Reunion? Great news! Under the motto "Reunite with your mates at FriendsFest 2021!" the fabulous FriendsFest returns to London, this time in Clapham Common, from 25th of June to 11th of July, featuring full-scale sets and even original memorabilia from the show. The organizers partnered with The Luna Cinema to welcome all Friends fans in a fun, interactive, and of course, Covid-safe environment. Get ready for an amazing new co

Have you ever fantasized about stepping into a painting? Experience a spectacular, one-of-a-kind tour of Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings!