To see another side of London, step away from the guidebook and into parts of the city filled with curious corners, creative walls and a little mystery too. Whether you are after green escapes, gritty tales or something to delight the kids, this charming city has got a few surprises up its sleeve.
Explore Secret Gardens
Swap the crowds for calm in some of London’s most underrated green spaces, which you may not always find on a London vacation travel guide. Wander into the serene St John’s Lodge Garden in Regent’s Park, or the lush grounds of Fenton House in Hampstead. For something truly unexpected, Vauxhall Park’s lavender garden offers a sweet-scented hideaway.
Discover Street Art in Shoreditch
If you love creativity with a bit of edge, city streets, especially around Shoreditch, are just as inspiring as any gallery. Within easy reach of properties like Pan Pacific London, this area is a living canvas, home to legendary works by Banksy and other boundary-pushing British artists. Go freestyle with a street art guide in hand or join a walking tour led by a local who knows the stories behind the spray cans.
Visit a Farm in the City
You don’t have to plan a trip to the countryside to visit a farm which the kids will love. If you are visiting with the family, definitely head to Vauxhall City Farm, complete with adorable barnyard creatures and insights into farm life. Here, you can look forward to meeting Cookie the alpaca, Bonnie and Clyde the pigs, a ferret named Diego, adorable farm cat Jess and many more cute critters!
Delve Into the Mystery of Jack the Ripper
Fancy a spine-tingling stroll? Follow in the footsteps of one of history’s most notorious figures on a Jack the Ripper Walking Tour. From Goulston Street to dark East End alleys, you will uncover facts, theories and eerie stories told by experts on all things to do with this intriguing serial killer. It’s perfect for true crime fans or just those who like their history with a little edge and a lantern-lit atmosphere!