r/visitlondon

I’m visiting London and going to be staying in Brixton for about a month this summer and wanted to ask about groceries. I know there’s a Tesco superstore nearby but was curious if there are any things I should def be buying from local stalls or Brixton market. I’m a student so trying to not spend too much but if it’s def cheaper to buy produce or meat or something more locally or just better quality for price, I’d love to know. Thanks!

Hi! I was wondering if people had recs for a chill bar or pub in South London where you can just grab a pint and read a book or chill solo or maybe chat with the other guys at the bar. Most places I hear of or see are more clubby, whereas I’m def looking for more of a pub vibe. I’m looking specifically for spaces to chat with gay guys! Thanks!

I’m due for a trip and I have a layover in London for 3 hrs I’m planning to go to Buckingham palace then Big Ben and potentially hamleys if time allows and I may be walking the whole way I was wondering if there’s any safety concerns with this I’ll be going from Victoria coach station any suggestions on routes to take I’m a lone female traveler so very conscious about safety especially since this is one of my first big travels

Ten years ago there were fantastic, bimetallic £2 coins to honor Shakespeare. Is there any place in London that I can still get one, on an upcoming visit?

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

We’re planning a five-day family trip to London in mid-July with our 2-year-old and are currently looking for hotel recommendations.

We already have a few things planned, including the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and some time exploring around Soho, so ideally we’re after somewhere well located and easy to get around from with a little one in tow.

Our main priorities are a hotel that’s clean, comfortable and genuinely family-friendly. A swimming pool would be a lovely bonus as our toddler loves being in the water, but it’s definitely not essential.

We’re hoping to hear from people who’ve stayed somewhere in London with young children and had a genuinely positive experience. We’re fairly flexible on budget if it’s somewhere that’s truly worth it.

Thanks so much for any recommendations.

Coming up to London soon and been wanting to do a lamp work glass flower making workshop for ages, not sure I can justify the price. The other thing I’d really love to do is an indoor skydiving experience. If you’ve done either or both of these, I’d really appreciate insight into which is the activity worth looking back on more, thank you :) and definitely any cheaper alternatives!

This takes place in early June each year (https://londongalleryweekend.art). I was thinking about travelling to London for this year’s edition, and would be interested in hearing people’s thoughts on it and about past experiences from previous years, and whether it's a worthwhile experience overall. Thanks in advance.

My GF is having her bday soon and wanted to check options for nice dining places, I was thinking something in a tall building that could offer views that you wouldn't normally get.

Understand that I may end up pay more for the view than the food but I guess that's part of the game. I will check out menu and prices in due course. But I got fascinated by the idea of dining in the Shard or things like that (I also know lots of people say it's not good value, but it's for a special occasion...) I'd imagine there are many other places in London, afaik Shard might be overbudget.

I am happy to spend like £50-60 per person would be a sweet spot. Area doesn't matter much if it's a nice place we will just travel. We live in south london.

If anyone has got suggestions that you've actually tried would love to hear.

Thanks!

They are both great hotels in London. From the food and the environment, which one do you think is better? And what are their prices? Which one have higher CP value?

Thank you and look forward to hear from you in the comments!

Will be in London the first week of june. Any hope that the Diana Memorial Playground will be open by then? Anyone have any local or insider info? Every official outlet just says opening Summer 2026. Thanks for any help anyone can provide!