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.
Theatre & Arts
By M@

See West End Stars Performing For Free, Right Next To A Tube Station

Missing the West End? Head here...
Art & Photography
By Laura Reynolds

Reaching Out: Sculpture Of A Fictional, Black Woman Unveiled In East London

An important addition to London's public artworks.
Great Outdoors

How Clean Is The Air Near You? Find Out With This Real-Time Map

Hyperlocal data from state-of-the-art sensors.
Things To Do
By Laura Reynolds

Two Cycle-In Cinema Venues Come To London

Like drive-in cinema. But better.
Great Outdoors
By David Fathers

The Regent’s Canal: The Bi-Centenary Of London’s Most Famous Man-Made Waterway

A look back at its 200-year history.
Great Outdoors
By David Fathers

Weekend Walks: The Wandle From Morden To The Thames

Past parks, mills and a farm.
Great Outdoors
By Lydia Manch

London's First Public Park Reopening Next Month, After A Decade Closed

Closed for Crossrail works for more than 10 years.

Great Outdoors
By Nick Young

Weekend Walks: The Greenway (Beckton To Hackney)

From pumping stations to Olympic parks.
Great Outdoors
By Zoe Craig

London's Most Beautiful Fountains

A joy forever.
Great Outdoors
By Londonist

London's Hidden Elm Heritage

Hidden in plain sight.

Secret
By Londonist

7 Unexpected Things You Might Find In The Thames

Archaeology at its finest.
Art & Photography
By Lydia Manch

Your Shots Of Last Night's Epic Supermoon, From Across London

Moonrise kingdom

Great Outdoors
By Harry Rosehill

National Trust Decides To Close Its Parks And Gardens To Fight Coronavirus

Turnaround comes after only a few days.
Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

All Of London's Royal Parks Are Still Open

Eight idyllic spaces for you to explore.
Great Outdoors
By Harry Rosehill

National Trust Aiming To Keep All Its Gardens OPEN During Coronavirus Pandemic

And free to visit.
Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

Journey Into The Minds Of London's Migrant Domestic Workers On One Of These Powerful Soundwalks

Amplfying voices that aren't heard enough.
Maps
By M@

The Great Trees Of London Map

London has some remarkable trees. Go spot them.
Transport

Transport for London Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Road Safety In London?

Can you get 100%?
Art & Photography
By M@

Serpentine Pavilion 2020 Design Revealed

Johannesburg's Counterspace are this year's designers.
Beyond London
By Will Noble

How To Do A Weekend In Idyllic Rye, East Sussex

Half-timbered heaven.
Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

This Is What London's Eco-Friendly Low Line Will Look Like

Bankside is about to be transformed.
Books & Poetry
By M@

The Lost River Of London You've Never Heard Of: The Heathwall

It forms a borough boundary, but is little known.

Christmas in London
By Laura Reynolds

27,000 Illuminated White Roses Will Light Up Grosvenor Square This Winter

All for a good cause.
Christmas in London
By Laura Reynolds

In Photos: A First Look At Syon Park's Enchanted Woodland

Fairy trees, fire-breathing dragons and flying pigs.