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London weekend ideas

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See a Saturday matinee in London, munch on brunch or afternoon tea, explore eclectic London markets... there are endless possibilities for a weekend in London. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, seeking unique experiences or keen to get your culture fix, follow our one and two-day guides for memorable London weekend breaks.

Weekends in London

A woman smiling while sitting at a dining table outside. This weekend
A panoramic view of Tower Bridge and the Thames at sunset, with City Hall and The Shard in the background. Top attractions itinerary
Cheap weekend in London

Top days out in London

One-day itineraries in London
Cheap day out
West End shopping

Weekend itineraries

Couple's weekend
A lady, wearing a beanie hat and a coat, takes a photograph with her phone, with the London Eye in the background. Day trips to London
Man and woman using The London Pass mobile pass by the Thames Sightseeing pass itinerary

London Saturday activities

The cast of The Mousetrap are lined up and staring into the camera. with serious faces Matinees
Things to do on a Saturday
Best brunches

Sunday in London

A roast dinner on a large plate, surrounding by side plates of vegetables, taken from above. Best Sunday roasts
An aerial image of three people having brunch, including a full English, avocado on toast, scrambled eggs and coffee. Sunday in London
Top Sunday markets

Days out with friends

Top 50 stag do ideas
Hen weekends
An aerial view of The Slide at ArcelorMittal Orbit, with a customer on the slide. Image courtesy of ArcelorMittal Orbit Adventure activities

Family days out in London

Family days out
South Bank day out
Kensington days out

Nights out in London

Views over the river Thames with the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye lit up, as darkness begins to fall over the capital. Nightlife
Cheap night out
The Night Tube

Accessible days out in London

Two men walking in front of Greenwich Hill and Royal Observatory Accessible Greenwich
Accessible South Bank
Accessible cinemas

Top London areas

Greenwich
West End
City of London

Find out what's on this weekend in London and discover spectacular events happening in the capital on Saturday and Sunday. Plan your weekend in London with our special itineraries, whether you are spending a romantic weekend in the city or are visiting with friends or family. There are so many things to do in London on weekends: check out the latest exhibitions, discover alternative itineraries and treat yourself to a scrumptious dinner or to some luxury Saturday night cocktails.