How To Spend Fantastic Summer In London
London, the Capital of United Kingdom is a charm for its visitors throughout the year. However, Summer is known as a peak holiday season. It is a time when the city truly shows its color in terms of outdoor attractions, festivals, parks and cultural events.
Summers in London provide an opportunity to its visitors to attend a numerous festivals and events including Pride in London Parade, Famous Wimbledon tennis tournament and much more, which showcases the city’s culture and diversity. People from all over the world pay visit to this city during this season, due to which sometimes it is also considered the busiest time of the year.
Best Time to Travel to London
It’s impossible to categorize, which month and time is best to travel there, because every season has its own charm. However, summer in London is a delightful time to enjoy all activities including history, wildlife, photography, architecture, sports, fashion &culture.
London has a mild climate with moderate to high temperature during summer. Similarly, rain is a common feature throughout the year.
Following are the monthly division of London’s climatic condition, so always plan your itinerary according to it.
March to May
March marks the beginning of spring in London and the temperature goes around a pleasant 20 degrees Celsius. These months’ offer its visitors longer daylight hours, pleasant weather and a few rain showers. Always keep in mind the Public Holiday schedule before visiting any place.
June to August
With a mix combination of rain and sunshine, the temperature varies between 13 to 30 degrees Celsius. It’s also worth noting that London can be quite humid during the summer months (specifically in July) which can make the temperature feel warmer than it actually is. Overall, it’s an ideal time to visit London and experience sightseeing, music festivals and its outdoor attractions like parks and gardens.
Top Activities to-do while visiting London City
London is a big city; you can’t see in one day…!
Here’s a list of easy ways to explore the city.
Hop on –Hop-off Bus Tour
Hop-on Hop-off bus is considered the easiest and comfortable way to see London city, from your bus seat, you can admire and enjoy the famous landmarks including The Tower Bridge, St. Paul Cathedral, The London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and much more, you can capture the wonderful photos of the views for making memories.
The London Eye
A ride on The London Eye is a great thing to take a bird’s eye view of the city. A giant Ferris wheel on the South bank of London is known as an important landmark. You can see all the city’s best kept secrets from calm waterways.
Explore ZLS London Zoo
If you are an animal lover, then it’s a must go place for you during summer. It’s a supreme heaven for wildlife creatures like monkeys, Gorillas, Tigers, Asiatic lions and Penguins. The zoo is separated into several sections such as Land of the Lions, Meet the Monkeys, Gorilla Kingdom, and Tiger Territory. It’s not just an educational site but also a way to enjoy the wild creatures closely.
Watch a Wimbledon Tennis Match
Wimbledon is the summer event of the year. If you are a tennis lover, then it’s more like a festival for you. The stadium has special facilities and can hold up to 8,000 viewers at any given time. Make sure to go early as tickets sell like a hot cake.
Have a picnic in Hyde Park
Picnics in summer are essential, so grab some food items and visit there to enjoy the nature and soak up sun rays. There are several little supermarkets surrounding the park. Here you can stock up on fresh fruit, tasty salads and all the lip-smacking juices! You can even hire roller skates to enjoy the park.
Cruising at River Thames
For every tourist, cruising along the Thames River is one of the most popular things to do in London during summer. River Thames, which stretches for 346 kilometers, offers the most surreal sailing experience in the world.
You can see Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Big Ben, the Churchill War Rooms, the National Maritime Museum, and Greenwich Park while on a trip to this serene river while enjoying the cool breeze.
Visit to Camden Market
Camden Market is a best place to purchase souvenirs and to admire the art and other stuff. It also offers yummiest food around London and known as the heart of Camden town.
Walk in Harry potter’s footstep
In summer, one popular way to explore London is a Harry Potter-themed walking tour. At this place, you’ll step into this enchanted world, where you can climb aboard the Hogwarts Express, explore the cobblestoned Diagon Alley and can meet the memorable character of the series.
Adore the Chelsea Flower Show
The Royal Hospital for Sick Children Chelsea is one of the popular places in London to come during summer season to see its stunning floral display. The Chelsea Flower Show attracts million of its visitors every year because to its vibrant and captivating flower displays.
Many well-known landscape designers, florists, and plant specialists from across the world attend this expo. You can learn vital gardening techniques to create your own beautiful garden and much more.
Here’s some recommended activities to-do while on trip to London. As mentioned Earlier, London is not easy to explore at once, always make a wise itinerary before visiting.
In conclusion, London in the summer tends to be a pleasant time to visit, with mild temperatures, long daylight hours, and plenty of outdoor activities and events to enjoy. However, it’s always a good idea to check the weather forecast before your visit and be prepared for potential fluctuations in temperature and rainfall.
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Tips before visiting London in Summer
- Dress in layers (light layers are best)
- Apply sun screen before going outside (both in sunlight and cloudy weather)
- If you are on a walking tour, wear comfy shoes to avoid any inconvenience
- Stay Hydrated to avoid heat stroke and de-hydration
- Use public transport (Subway), its economical to reach quickly and easily
- Take advantage of underground
- Taxis and Ubers can be expensive
- Always look on the right side while walking on the streets and roads (you can see “look right” signs everywhere on roads)
- In United Kingdom they use Pounds Not Euros, while travelling outside the Uk you need to have both currencies
- Its beneficial to book London attractions and tours in advance
- London weather can be unpredictable, always check weather condition before visiting anywhere.
- Stay alert and vigilant while traveling
