Great Outdoors

Londonist's guide to  things to do in London including everything from the best parks to summer events, activities, open-air cinema, outdoor and more.
Free & Cheap
By M@

See A Spitfire And Typhoon In Guildhall Yard, Right Now

Chocks away!
Videos
By Laura Reynolds

Sensational Butterflies Has Landed In Kensington And It's Absolutely Magical

Get up close to the winged wonders.
Videos
By Londonist Staff

This Giant, Inflatable Obstacle Course Is Coming To London And It Looks Epic

300m of bouncy fun.

Videos
By Robert Greene

Fancy A Whizz Around And Under The Thames Inside A Killer Whale?

Dive four metres deep, jump six metres high.
Videos
By M@

Get Lost In The Multi-Level Labyrinth That Is The Barbican Estate

Follow the golden line...
Videos
By M@

Top 10 Things To Do In And Around Euston Station

Waiting for your train needn't be dull.

Drink
By Londonist

10 Stunning Trees To Enjoy In London While You're Having A Pint

Good boozer + beautiful trees = bliss.
Videos
By Londonist Staff

This Is Why You Should Put London Wetland Centre On Your Spring/Summer To Do List

Escape the city.

Videos
By Londonist Staff

Behind The Tourist Trap: 10 Secrets Of Tower Bridge

Prepare to be riveted...
Videos
By Robert Greene

Would You Jump 160ft From A Giant Crane Next To The O2 Arena?

One for the daredevils.

Videos
By Londonist Staff

Are These London's Most Instagrammable Houses?

The vibrant streets of Primrose Hill.

Videos
By Londonist Staff

Watch The Snow Sweep Into London In This Beautiful Timelapse Footage

And a marvellous sunset to boot.
Videos
By Harry Rosehill

Behind England's Largest Listed Building: The Alexandra And Ainsworth Estate

A brutalist masterpiece.
Videos
By Londonist Staff

Never Been To Hampstead Heath? This Is What You're Missing Out On

Make some memories.

Videos
By Londonist Staff

The Singing Grave In Islington You're Actually Invited To Dance On

Most fitting for a clown.
Videos
By Harry Rosehill

The Story Of The Beautiful London Graveyard Created By A Famous Author

It has an incredible history.
Videos
By Robert Greene

Ever Wondered How Canal Boats Move Upstream In London?

Patience is key.

Family
By Stuart Black

The 8 Best Sledging Hills In London

Weeeeee!!
Videos
By M@

Never Been To Windsor? Here's What You're Missing

A quick jaunt outside the M25.

Videos
By M@

Have You Seen The Canary Wharf Roundabout With Over 75 Traffic Lights?

Beautiful yet... confusing.

Videos
By Harry Rosehill

Did You Know This Is Tucked Away Beneath Waterloo Station?

You might even see the artists at work.

Videos
By Londonist Staff

This Is Why You Should Absolutely Put Spitalfields City Farm On Your To-Do List

You might even get a feline guide.

Great Outdoors
By M@

St James's Park, 300 Years Ago

An historical view of the royal park.
Things To Do
By Londonist

Things To Do With Kids On A Rainy Day In London

Don't let the British weather get to you.