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.

By Maire Rose Connor

Here Are The Final Five Designs For Bankside's New, Eco-Friendly Low Line

The old railway viaducts are getting a green makeover.

By Laura Reynolds

Lightopia: The New Winter Lights Festival Where You Control The Illuminations

Angels, acrobats, and an 18m-wide pulsating peacock.

By Will Noble

Where Are The Free Drinking Water Fountains In London?

In stations, parks and on high streets.

By M@

Benches With Really Awful Views: Send Us Your Nominations

In search of Benches Of Laughable Outlooks (BOLOks).

Art & Photography

By Harry Rosehill

These Breathtaking Photos Show Thamesmead In A Whole New Light

Gaze upon the natural beauty of Thamesmead.

By Laura Reynolds

Glowing News! Winter Lights Festival Is Returning To Canary Wharf

Free light festival is back for a sixth year.

By Olivier Guiberteau

Odyssey In Search Of Peace And Quiet In London

Desperately seeking zen.

By Maire Rose Connor

Step Back In Time With A Day Of Free Guided Walks

Discover Victorian London.

By Laura Reynolds

55,000 Trees To Be Given To Londoners For Free

No garden? No problem.

By Maire Rose Connor

Walk Your Way Through London's Literary History This October

Roaming festival Literary Footprints returns.

Unleash Your Wild Side At London's Most Challenging Go Ape Adventure

High rise thrills without the high rise views.

By Londonist Staff

Delve Into This Crystal Grotto On Your Next Day Trip Out Of London

And it's all within the M25.

By M@

Seen Ben Wilson's Chewing Gum Paintings On Millennium Bridge?

Now a major tourist attraction.

By Maire Rose Connor

Igloos With A View: These Winter Domes Are Coming Back To East London

Wapping's winter wonderland.

By M@

A Beginner's Guide To The Iconic Plane Trees Of London

Watch out for those dangly balls.

By M@

London's Lost Rivers: Walking The Hidden River Walbrook

Buried, but not yet forgotten.

By Londonist Staff

Exploring One Of London's Quirkiest Neighbourhoods: Trinity Buoy Wharf

Home to London's only lighthouse.

By M@

Rare Chance To Step Onto The Dinosaur Islands In Crystal Palace Park

Tickets available now.

By Laura Reynolds

Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival 2019: Tickets On Sale Now

For fireworks with views, it's got to be Ally Pally.

By Martin Mangler

London Has Become The World’s First National Park City... Now What?

How to make the most out of living in a National Park City.

Art & Photography

Celebrate The End Of Summer With Kew Gardens’ Enchanting After-Hours Illuminations

A magical way to welcome in autumn.

By Laura Reynolds

London's Newest Wild Swimming Lake Is Finally Open (Again)

Entry is ticketed, and a list of rules and restrictions now apply.

By Laura Reynolds

This Helpful Map Has More Than 100 Ideas For Delightful Day Trips Near London

Should keep you busy every weekend for the next year.

By Maire Rose Connor

Baa-vellous News! Sheep Will Graze On Hampstead Heath This Week

The pilot scheme revives an ancient tradition.