Tired of Trafalgar Square? Already seen Buckingham Palace? It’s true that London has many wonderful landmarks, sights and attractions – but let’s face it, most of the world knows about them. And most visitors to the capital will be flocking to them. So, why not forego the over-subscribed usual suspects and check out our run-down of the quirky, the weird, the offbeat, cool and countrified? In a nutshell: these are places that are a little below-the-radar, but no less for it. They’ll have you adventuring into pockets of London that you didn’t even know were there. From a Jack the Ripper walking tour to a medieval palace, go forth and start exploring the best alternative attractions in London!
Updated May 2025: Whether you're into rock music or rom coms, there's a walking tour for you. Walk in the footsteps of move stars and musicians while snapping photos of famous locations and hearing all the best stories about the area.
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