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Hidden Gems in London: Offbeat Attractions for Visitors

7/8/2017

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It's no secret that when travelling we sometimes prefer to ditch the guidebook and explore to find hidden gems other tourists have yet to discover. Such places might have endless tales to tell about the local culture and often they prove more interesting than the popular tourist hot spots. London is no exception. Here is a run down of the top attractions in our capitol which have managed to stay under the tourist radar.

1. Little Venice

As the name suggests, Little Venice is London's answer to the famous Italian city of Venice. You won't find any gondolas but this area is home to pubs, waterside cafes and restaurants bustling with life during the Summer months. Londoners and visitors walk the riverside or explore with canal boats.

2. Camden Passage

Tucked behind Upper Street in Islington Camden Passage is full of independent boutiques, cute cafes, vintage shops and more. But it is probably most popular for it's Antiques markets on Wednesdays and Saturday Morning. You'll find everything from furniture to bric-a-brac amongst the bustling alley.

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3. The Thames Path

The Thames is home to many treasures of London. The Thames Path is a 40-mile long Path has many quiet spots to be explored amongst the more famous landmarks. You can travel the full length via mini bus hire or hire a bike to explore the path surrounded by the favourite pubs of Charles Dickens and the village of Rotherhithe.

4. Wilton's Music Hall

This traditional Victorian music hall is located in London's Tower Hamlets. It has recently been restored to it's former glory and you can take a tour of this extremely beautiful historic venue. Book yourself a ticket to a performance and pause for a drink in the Mahogany Bar in the interval.

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5. Sir John Soane's Museum

This is the former residence of Sir John Soane who was the architect of the Bank of England and it is one of the UK's finest public museums. Home to more than 20,000 architectural antiquities and drawings you will find the Egyptian Sarcophagus of Seti along side paintings by Canaletto, Turner and Piranesi. Everything is kept exactly as Soane intended.

So now you know all the off-beat London attractions to visit why not try getting a group together and hire a mini bus to see the sights, you'll be surprised at how reasonable it is.

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fivelittledoves link
27/8/2017 07:23:53 pm

I have heard so much about Little Venice but we have never been! I really need to remember to find it when I'm in London later next month!

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Emma Lofthouse-Burch link
27/8/2017 07:50:57 pm

London is so full of hidden gems. Little Venice sounds fab!

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All about a Mummy
28/8/2017 02:33:39 pm

We are so lucky to live within a quick train ride. We've taken the kids up a couple of times this summer holidays and we always have a fab day.

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candice link
28/8/2017 04:40:38 am

I have been to little Venice, its beautiful. Lovely cafes there by the water! I have not been to the others though, great suggestions and ideas. When i next travel back to the UK ill make note to visit these! x

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Vanessa link
28/8/2017 03:32:58 pm

Thanks for compiling this list, I didn't know about most of the places and I have been in London for many many years (smh)

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rachel link
28/8/2017 10:10:45 pm

I really need to do a touristy day and explore London. There are so many places to visit and things to do. Little Venice and Camden Passage looks like interesting places to visit,

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