THE 10 BEST Adventurous Things to Do in London
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Southbank
Admission tickets from ÂŁ27
Arenas & Stadiums
Admission tickets from ÂŁ499
Speciality Museums
Clerkenwell
Admission tickets from ÂŁ18
Historic Sites • History Museums
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Greenwich
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- sdhjMiddlesex32 contributionsWe loved the whole experience, the climb was great and we then had plenty of time at the top to go in the snow globe and look around at the views from the platform, made all the better by the glorious weather that day. Lily our guide was excellent, chatted to everyone and was more than happy to take photos for everyone at the top along with the other guides.Written 23 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- alandeans63Glasgow, UK686 contributionsWe visited this during the day to pass time, it was very good. Excellent theme and staff. Good location too! Worth a visit.Written 10 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mollyjcoleman19 contributionsSuch a lovely view. Definitely worth doing to say you’ve done it. We went on at night time and saw all the lights from the sky, when getting off we caught an Uber boat back which made the experience even better. Uber boat is around 2-5 mins away from the cable car on North Greenwich side.Written 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kerry CPeterborough, UK71 contributionsAmazing experience . We did the walk over the stadium with Jake . He was great the whole way through . Loved the fact her remembered our little girls name and kept checking in with her and gave her a high five at the end . He made our experience .
Also did the stadium tour , every single member of staff was helpful and friendly. Such a great day .Written 29 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dan R1 contributionThis is a fantastic night out with genuinely jaw dropping, unbelievable magic and fantastic showmanship. A big thanks to all the performers including Paul and John, and brilliant museum tour and comparing from Bron! Will definitely visit again.Written 22 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ross C1 contributionThis is a real gem, especially on a rainy day.
We didn't know a lot about the place and were surprised how much there is to see and learn about this interesting museum which is full of information, both interactive and with many unusual exhibits to view. It tells the story of how it came about and the interesting characters who helped shape it all. From the carrying out of medical experiments, which in turn lead to a better understanding, with huge leaps forward in medical science using both human intuition and science.Written 20 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - brockbanksFarnborough, UK133 contributionsWhat a fantastic afternoon. The performance was incredible and so immersive and entertaining. The food was sublime, the atmosphere festive and joyous and the staff simply wonderful.
We visited as an adult family of 4, with one member of the party using a wheelchair. The venue is very accessible and the staff cannot do enough to help if required.
We will definitely return.Written 8 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Roam59950624565London, UK1 contributionThe first thing I noticed when our Technical tour began this morning was how enthusiastic and affable our tour guide Joey was.. his knowledge of all things Tottenham was superb. This man was a pleasure to be around and he helped to make this tour[lasting 4.5 hours] such an enjoyable experience. I would like to add that even if you're not big into Football or perhaps have a passing interest, immersing yourself on a tour of this magnificent stadium is so worth it.. From a very satisfied customer writing this. Peace + love..Written 7 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Simon KPortsmouth, UK599 contributionsThe London Postal Museum is, as Association Football commentators have been known to say, a "game of two halves" each of which is separated by the width of a road called Phoenix Place.
On the eastern side of this rather nondescript residential street in Clerkenwell lies "Mail Rail" - the Post Office's very own private, narrow-gauge underground railway, which functioned very successfully from 1927 to 2003 - whilst on the western side of the road is the Postal Museum proper.
Visitors should arrive at the "Mail Rail" building and buy their admission tickets, which allow one single journey on the underground railway on the day of issue, and unlimited return visits to the Postal Museum for a whole year. Tickets cost GBP 17:60 (Adults aged 25+) or GBP 12:20 (Young People aged 16-24) 0r GBP 10:00 (Children aged 3-15) with a discount of GBP 1:00 if the tickets are purchased online.
Twenty-four concrete steps lead down to what was, until 2003, the depot where the little underground freight trains were serviced and maintained. The modern passenger units which run on the 24 inch gauge railway are cramped, with enough width for one large adult (or a small adult and a child) to sit in reasonable comfort. The circular journey around a loop in the tunnel takes fifteen minutes, with two stops on the way at former stations, where video clips outlining the history of the railway are projected onto the tunnel walls. I'm just under six feet tall and fitted into the carriage with a couple of inches to spare! The trains are propelled by an electric conductor rail and travel at around 8 mph. No food or drink is allowed on the trains and no luggage is permitted (not even handbags) but there are cages on the platform where backpacks and bags can be left. After their journey is over, passengers can spend time looking around the depot area, which includes interactive exhibits for younger visitors, who can try their hand at sorting mail in a recreation of a Travelling Post Office, or control the driverless trains virtually as they trundle to and fro between Paddington and Liverpool Street along six miles of track Across the road is the Postal Museum proper, which contains a Gift Shop, Cafeteria and an outside seating area with chairs and tables. A series of exhibits outline the 500 year-long history of the Royal Mail, which began as King Henry VIII's private postal service but was opened up for the general public to use in 1635, by order of King Charles I. There is a beautifully-painted, horse-drawn wooden Mail Coach from 1784 not far from a Motor Van dating back to the early 20th Century, and examples of the uniforms for male and female postal workers to show how they have changed over the centuries. To keep children happy there's an interactive video clip in which they can play the part of a Royal Mail Guard, defending the Exeter to London Stagecoach from attacks by a Highwayman and even an escaped Lioness! There's also an exhibit about the Royal Mail Packet Boats, which carried mail across the Atlantic Ocean during the Napoleonic Wars, suffering attacks by Pirates and Privateers in the process.
The Cafeteria serves hot and cold drinks, snacks and light meals. A high-quality Ham Salad Sandwich cost GBP 4:25, a can of Apple Juice cost GBP 3:25, and a Flapjack costs GBP 2:00, which is what you expect to have to pay at a central London venue.
The Postal Museum is in Clerkenwell, slightly off the beaten track, and the walk from the London Underground stations at Holborn or Chancery Lane takes between ten and fifteen minutes.Written 3 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Laura OSuffolk, UK28 contributionsFantastic afternoon spent at F1 arcade watching the final race of the season. Paid for the grandstand package and was apprehensive as to if it would be worth the price but it totally was. The staff were attentive, more food and drinks than you could ever need and loads of opportunities to enjoy the sim racing without waiting! Also really impressed with gluten free options including them bringing out a separate pizza.Written 8 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Laura D7 contributionsA really charming and informative place to visit which was a wonderful way to spend some time on a weekend. Although small, there was so much to see and find out about. Handily located right next to Borough Market too.Written 13 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Virginia ACharlottesville, VA27 contributionsIf you have any interest in gin and, frankly, even if you don’t, this is a delightful way to spend your afternoon. Nestled atop a bar overlooking bustling Portobello Rd, the space is intimate and charming, and you’ll learn so much about the history of gin-making and its impact on society. We enjoyed meeting fellow enthusiasts and had a delightful time sharing recipes and trying botanicals (Asparagus? Cardamom? Yes, please.) Jess was a fantastic guide and we so enjoyed her knowledge of all-things spirits. A fantastic time all around, and we have 2 unique recipes to tote back with us!Written 2 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jo B3 contributionsGreat spot for all our adult family.
We found it a lovely easy-going venue for staying as long or as short as you wished. Like going into and Alladin's cave of delights, we found the nostalgic designs and brightly coloured lighting boosted our happy hormones and minds and we left buzzing!
Sadly visiting on a chilly damp Sunday, there was not much happening in the micro brewery hospitality areas outside. The cafe inside seemed closed too, so we wandered up the road and had a fantastic lunch at The Lacy Nook nearby.
All made for a wonderfully warming, satisfying and memorable family meetup.Written 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Elijah H1 contributionYara is a great instructor with an amazing experience I would recommend you go if your looking to go for a day out or a date nightWritten 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Joc108 contributionsDennis Severs' House is strange and mysterious - so if you're expecting a typical museum with explanatory plaques and brightly lit artwork, you'll be surprised! You are led into a dark residential house, elaborately decorated with historical pieces. It feels more like a theatre or film set than something historically accurate but you can imagine Miss Haversham living here. For that, it is fascinating and eerily wonderful. Visiting at Christmas felt special, as the Victorian-era rooms were reminiscent of Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'. Please note: because the building is listed, the museum is not accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues, which is unfortunate. There also is not a bathroom on site.Written 15 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
