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- Eltham Palace: A Unique Medieval Mansion. How many medieval mansions have 1930s art deco interiors? Not many, I’m guessing. But Eltham Palace does. I used to live near Eltham Palace when I first moved to London.
- Camden Passage: A Quaint Oasis in the Heart of Islington. Whether you want to buy clothes, homeware, fresh fish, French cheese, art, antiques, a backpacking tent, or a sofa, you’ll probably find it in Camden Passage.
- The Parkland Walk: An Unusual Nature Trail. The Parkland Walk is a nature reserve that runs along the route of the old railway line from Finsbury Park to Alexandra Palace.
- Little Venice: A Serene Waterfront Escape. Little Venice is a beautiful and peaceful area of West London, not far from Paddington Station. Set along the Regent’s Canal, it’s known for its picturesque waterways with narrowboats, elegant bridges waterside cafes, and tree-lined avenues.
- Jack the Ripper Museum. Spread over six floors of a Victorian house in Whitechapel, the Jack the Ripper Museum tells the story of the infamous killer through books, films and artefacts.
- Little Venice. Just as its name suggests, Little Venice is London's answer to the famous Italian city. Home to various waterside cafes, pubs and restaurants, the area comes alive in the summer months as Londoners jump on canal boats or walk along the riverside to nearby Camden or Regent's Park.
- The Thames Path. The Thames is home to many of London's treasures, not many of them hidden, but the 40-mile-long Thames Path has many quieter spots to be discovered.
- Pie and mash shops. It doesn’t get much more traditional London than a plate of pie, mash and the classic green liquor; maybe with a side of the cockney favourite, jellied eels.
Aug 29, 2024 · Looking to escape the touristy attractions in London and explore the city off the beaten path? This guide will take you through the top 10 genuine hidden gems to explore London off the beaten path from a born and raised Londoner! I’ve also included a map that you can save onto your Google Maps and used for reference during your visit to the city!
- Canal Museum
- Canal Boat Ride
- Museum of Brands, Packaging, and Advertising
- Lunch at The Churchill Arms
- Kensington Roof Gardens
- Syon Park
- Chiswick Park
- Richmond Green and Richmond Palace Gatehouse
- River Thames and Richmond Park
- Eltham Palace
The London Canal Museum is located inside an old ice-house that was used to store ice imported from Norway in the 19thcentury. The Museum here tells the history of the London canals and the people and goods that used to travel along these now little-used waterways. The outside terrace of the museum also gives guests a great view of the modern-day c...
From the Canal Museum, consider taking a canal boat ride! The canals of North London are walked and enjoyed by Londoners as it crosses through areas such as Camden. But the boat tours themselves are a little-known treat to both locals and visitors alike. The boat rides here are part tour, part lazy journey and we recommend a journey through Regent’...
This is a truly off-beat museum. Tucked down a tiny mews street that you’d never find on your own, this museum is focused on the history of branding, advertising, and packaging. From centuries ago to the adverts and posters that surround us today, this is a truly interesting journey through the history of advertising and packaging. Keep an eye out ...
This is a recommendation we have made on a number of occasions on our website! The Churchill Arms is a true London treasure. The pub itself is a brilliant place to grab a drink, just far enough off the main roads of High Street Kensington and Notting Hill to avoid major crowds. However, locals flock here every day after work so lunchtime is a great...
There are over 1 ½ acres of gardens here, raised up high on the 6thfloor of what used to be Barker’s Department Store. Today the gardens are maintained by the Virgin group, but the layout and plants date as far back as the 1930s. A little oasis high up above the buzz of High Street Kensington, this is a great place to enjoy a relatively-secret gard...
Syon Park dates back to the 16th century and has seen visits by royalty dating back to the time of King Henry VIII when his 5thwife, Katherine Howard, stayed a night here on the way to her final journey to the Tower of London before her execution. There’s the historic Syon House here – still home to the Dukes of Northumberland – which is a wonderfu...
Chiswick House and Gardens is a wonderfully preserved example of both Georgian architecture and landscape design. The house has played host to Prime Ministers, socialites, and gentry, including the Dukes and Duchesses of Devonshire. The house is large enough to be impressive and interesting, but small enough to be comfortable and charming. Far enou...
Richmond Green today is a charming little square surrounded by luxury houses and traditional pubs. However, 500 years ago this green was part of a courtyard to a massive palace that once stood on this site – Richmond Palace. Queen Elizabeth, I was a huge fan of Richmond Palace and it was here that she died in 1603. In the hands of the royal family ...
The Richmond area is a lovely little community that has been sitting on the edge of this beautiful stretch of the River Thames for centuries. The Park here was previously hunting grounds for King Henry VIII and it’s a magnificent place for deer watching! We recommend exploring the park – climbing King Henry VIII’s Mound (a hilltop with a view all t...
On the outer fringes of London sits Eltham Palace, gifted originally to King Edward II back in 1305. In the 1930s, the badly decayed palace fell into the hands of a pair of extravagant socialites who refurbished the entire building into a glittering example of art deco architecture. A fascinating mix of old and modern, Eltham Palace is also surroun...
Want to see London off the beaten path attractions? Here are the best non touristy attractions in London + hidden things to do in London as per a local
Jul 20, 2020 · If you want to see London without the crowds, you’ll need to go a bit off the beaten path in London, beyond just central London. Luckily, I have Anissa from London Travellers, a London local, here to share with me all her favorite London hidden gems and show you a secret London that few tourists get to experience!
