October 2025: Autumn has arrived, and London’s peak tourism season is definitely over, but if you thought that meant the city’s biggest attractions would be going into hibernation, then think again, because October is one of the busiest months of the year for the capital’s cultural scenes. Look out for flashy premieres at the BFI Southbank during the London Film Festival, hob nob with art world elites as Frieze London lands in Regent’s Park, pay a visit to the Royal Albert Hall for a rare opportunity to see sumo wrestling outside of Japan, catch a talk at the Southbank Centre during London Literature Festival or embark on a Halloween-themed light trail at Kew Gardens. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong Londoner, there’s basically never been a better time to get out and explore the city’s most iconic landmarks.
The London Eye. Hyde Park. Wembley. The Shard. London landmarks are iconic for a reason!
Even if you’ve lived here for years and pride yourself on steadfastly avoiding ‘tourist traps’, you really ought to check these places out at least once. Marvelling at the capital’s museums, galleries, monuments and parks is a London rite of passage, whether you’re a day-tripper visiting for the first time, or a lifelong local who knows the entire Tube map by heart.
But where to begin? Right here of course, with our massive list of the capital’s 50 best attractions. We’ve thought long and hard about what is worthy of your London bucket list, so you can expect to find a real mixture of iconic institutions known throughout the world and (comparatively) lesser-known gems that we’d argue are just as worth visiting.
The good news is that a lot of these must-see London attractions won’t cost you a penny to visit. And for those that do have an entrance fee, you can book below.
Still after some sightseeing inspiration? Check out our list of the 50 best things to do in London. Or if you’re feeling a little more spontaneous, you can also find out what’s happening in London today, this week, and this weekend. Happy sightseeing!
London’s best attractions at a glance
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