sightseeing tour

From the picturesque houses to one of London's largest parks, Hampstead is an idyllic go-to for Londoners wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, without taking a step outside of the capital. Its relaxed at...

Every year in , a fleet of colourful hot air balloons rises up and flies over the city. Or at least, that's the plan. Because that unfortunately hasn't been the case for a while. While The Lord Mayor's Hot Air Balloon R...

There’s something dreamlike about Portmeirion. Heavily inspired by the Italian Riviera, it’s a mix of pastel-coloured houses, ornamental gardens and Italianate architecture, tucked into the natural landscape of the Nort...

We have a confession to make. While we at Secret London may have built up a reputation for being 'in-the-know' with top tips and recommendations for hot, new spots in London, we have a silly blind spot. When someone vis...

If you've ever wanted to traipse your way around a magical setting and lose yourself in a fairytale fantasy, there are some that offer you that chance. Heck, , which means you know they're picture-perfect! But one priv...

Calling all bookworms, collectors, bibliophiles, and antiquarians, we've got your next day out in London sorted... Right around the corner from one of our capital's busiest areas, is a hidden gem that you won't want to...

The next time someone tries to tell you that London is a concrete jungle, hit 'em with this knowledge bomb: some 47% of the city is in fact dedicated to and green spaces. How's that for a bit of greenery? These collect...

Ironically, I'm writing this as someone absolutely petrified of heights, but the best way to see London is undoubtedly from above ground level. So, if you're not a total wimp like me, here's an extensive, but by no mean...

Yes, we're well aware that cemeteries aren't always the first choice when it comes to a . But when that cemetery is one of , you know you'll see some magnificent sights. Highgate Cemetery, along with its six siblings, r...

Springtime is upon us, with the clocks firmly forward and bluebell season upon us. Recent years have seen bluebells blooming as early as late-March, but this year they've come about at a more normal mid-April time slot,...