If you’re travelling to London anytime soon, you can expect a fun time ahead in the UK capital. If you’re young and belong to these age groups, i.e. millennials and Gen Z, London has a lot to offer in terms of its culture, entertainment, vibrant nightlife and a lot more. So, what can you expect to find in London if you’re looking for such experiences or highlights? Here’s taking a closer look at the same below.
If you’re looking for a fabulous adrenaline rush, there are several unique entertainment experiences available for younger audiences, in addition to theme parks. You will find several theme parks near the city, including the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort which is suitable for younger children and the Chessington World of Adventures with its rides, a SEA Life centre and a zoo. You can also consider Alton Towers for its CBeebies Land for little children and Paultons Park with its Peppa Pig World.
Then there is Drayton Manor which contains several themed zones and family-friendly adventures along with Thorpe Park which may be suitable for slightly older children. For entertainment in London, you can consider multiple experiences like the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London- The Making of Harry. This ensures immersive experiences with props, movie sets and a lot more. Then there is Shrek’s Adventure! London with its interactive, walk-through 4D experiences for visitors, while the London Eye offers fabulous city views from a massive observation wheel. Other options include West End shows, including musicals, such as The Lion King and Madame Tussauds.
There are several outdoor adventures that you can check out for your trip to London. Some of the top outdoor experiences include Up at the O2 where you can climb over the iconic dome to enjoy stunning views of the city and also Cutty Sark (climbing the rigging of this famous tea clipper in Greenwich). There are several activities on the River Thames, including paddle-boarding, kayaking or Thames Clipper boat rides.
For parks and nature, you can visit Richmond Park with its walking and cycling trails along with its green spaces, Osterley Park or Modern Hall Park, Hampstead Heath with its woodlands and bathing ponds and more. You can consider Go Ape (Alexandra Palace or Battersea) for its treetop adventures with ziplining, The Clink Prison Museum or London Bridge Experience with its fascinating underground experiences and a lot more. You can also take day trips from London to explore nearby beaches like Brighton Beach (famous pier, trendy stores, vibrant atmosphere), Whitstable (Kent) with its beach huts, oysters and relaxed lifestyle, and even Margate (Kent) with sandy beaches and the Turner Contemporary gallery. You can also visit Southend-on-Sea in Essex, housing the largest pleasure pier in the world with several arcades and other entertainment options.
London has a lot to offer in terms of live events, music venues and nightlife zones. Soho is more inclusive and central, while offering an LGBTQ+ friendly vibe, clubs, restaurants and bars. Shoreditch offers a trendy and alternative vibe with its street art, bars and nightlife options, while Camden is more bohemian with several live music options, pubs and bustling markets. You can consider Brixton with its music circuit, covering Afrobeats, reggae and hip-hop venues, while Covent Garden or the West End is more sophisticated with several charming pubs, cocktail bars and theatres.
Some of the top live music venues include the Royal Albert Hall, Wembley Stadium Arena, The O2, Eventim Apollo, O2 Brixton Academy, Alexandra Palace and Roundhouse. Some other options include Shepherd’s Bush Empire, The 100 Club, Union Chapel, Troxy and many more. You will also find more independent and intimate experiences at Moth Club, The Shacklewell Arms, EartH, Village Underground and Ronnie Scott’s for jazz music. You can check out Secret London, Visit London or DICE for more information on live events.
There are multiple accommodation options available in London for different age groups. You will discover serviced apartments with multiple configurations to suit everyone from solo travellers to corporates, families, couples and small or big travel groups. There are several apartments in prime city locations along with various apartments near London as well. You will find them with flexible and extendable leases for short and long-term stays, helping you live for as long as you want. There are apartments with dedicated workspaces and high-speed Wi-Fi, along with well-equipped kitchens, appliances, outdoor areas and services like laundry and housekeeping.
At the same time, the rates are more affordable, particularly for longer stays, while you can live life on your terms. This is almost living like a local, being more close to your neighbourhood, unlike the isolated experience of putting up in a hotel. Each apartment has tailored amenities to meet different travel or age group needs. Many of them have on-site amenities like pools, gyms, parking, meeting rooms, conferencing and food and beverage facilities. They have plush furnishings, flat-screen televisions, entertainment options and even concierge/reception facilities to attend to all your needs.
