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.
Great Outdoors
By Londonist Staff

Get Out Of Zone 1: North West London

Self-playing instruments and Hindu gods.

15 Things To Do At Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park This Spring

Ideas for adults and kids alike.

This Weekend: Discover Bits Of London You've Never Been To

Stay local or go further afield: this festival is packed with activities.
By Phillipa Ellis

Hampton Court’s Magic Garden: King Of Playgrounds

New palace play-park is fit for a king.

6 Must-See London Stately Homes

National Art Pass at the ready.

By Stuart Black

How You Can Run Your Own Free Film Festival

A step-by-step online guide is now live.
Great Outdoors
By M@

See A Bishop Up A Tree

Explore Fulham Palace's arboreal delights.
By Londonist

How To Spend Easter On The South Bank

Plenty of things to do for grown-ups and kids.
By Laura Reynolds

A Closer Look At Some Of London's 10,000 Lions

That's right, 10,000.
By Laura Reynolds

Ticket Alert: Solve Clues To Find A Free Party In London

All thanks to Boris Johnson.
By Zoe Craig

10 Must-Try Fitness Challenges For March

Forget hitting the gym: try something new this month.
Great Outdoors
By M@

Neil Armstrong Discovered Up A Tree In Kennington

Have you seen the astronaut trees of south London?
By Laura Reynolds

Search The Thames For A Small Fish That Smells Like Cucumber

And get involved in the river's wildlife conservation.
By Laura Reynolds

Bag Yourself Tickets To London's Secret Gardens

Open Garden Squares Weekend is back.
Great Outdoors
By Zoe Craig

Monkeys In London: Everything You Need To Know

Tales of primates past and present, plus some simian silliness.
By Londonist

Enjoy A Unique Valentine's Day On London's South Bank

The perfect place to make a romantic statement.

5 Fab Things To Do At Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park This Half Term

It's no ordinary park.

By M@

A Look Around The Magical Lantern Festival At Chiswick House Gardens

Highly recommended family light show.
By Zoe Craig

Volunteer To Help Clean The Thames This March

Just turn up on the day to do your bit to tidy our great river.
By Nick Young

The Best Walk For A Date In London

Pubs (and escape routes) along the way.
By Zoe Craig

10 Unusual Ways To Get Fit This February

Kill Cupid, yoga in the dark, pancake races.
By Will Noble

Swans In London: Things You Should Know

What happens if you kill one? What do they taste like?
By Laura Reynolds

Get Counting In The Big Garden Birdwatch 2016

Annual RSPB event takes place this weekend.
By Laura Reynolds

Gallery: 26 Post-War Sculptures Listed In London

Hepworth and Gormley's work among those protected.