London is known for its incredible architecture, immersive museums, vibrant galleries, and broad selection of palaces, pubs, theatres, and more. But as you move between these indoor experiences and things to do, you might notice something you wouldn’t expect in a city – that London’s outside spaces are just as exquisite and well presented as its inside attractions.
The fact is, London is just as well known for its parks and green spaces as it is for the boutique hotels in West London and the theatres that line central Soho. From Royal Parks to the river Thames, the great outdoors is a big part of the London experience – with plenty of activities and attractions available throughout the summer months and beyond, stimulating and exciting visitors from all walks of life.
Here are some of the best that we recommend looking into this summer…
Fun runs and marathons
There is no better way to see the city in a single day than by taking part in a fun run or even a city marathon. With many of these benefitting from closed roads, with the streets lined with supporters from start to finish, taking part in one of these outside events makes for a memorable and challenging experience – a great way to see the sights in one go, while ticking a major bucket list experience at the same time.
Up at the O2
Viewpoints are big business in London, with many of the top restaurants and bars marketing their entire venue and experience on the view that visitors and guests get to enjoy at the top. However, Up at the O2 goes one step further by making you a part of the view – inviting guests to clip in and walk over the top of the O2 arena from a specially built walkway, granting you views all the way across to your Heeton Concept Kensington hotel and beyond.
This is one of the top outdoor experiences for adrenaline junkies and is a fun first date idea.
Rent a Boris Bike
The city of London is dotted throughout with bike racks, holding in a place a selection of bikes which visitors and locals alike can rent and use as part of their commute, to get from one side of the city to another, or simply to enjoy life in the city from two wheels.
Renting a bike gives you access to more of the city, letting you cover more ground without losing your direct enjoyment of the environment on ground level. Not to mention, it means you’ll definitely have earnt a drink at your Heeton Concept hotel bar at the end of the day.
Catch a show / gig / event
This is a bit of a broad one, but with so many open air theatre performances, gigs, live performances, and more hosted in London throughout the summer months – many of which are within walking distances of the Luma Hotel Hammersmith – it’s one we couldn’t not share as part of this blog.
From Somerset House to Hyde Park, The Globe, Regent’s Park, and more, research some of the shows that are being hosted in London this summer and be sure to book tickets early to avoid disappointment.
