10 TOP Things to Do in South London August 2026

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Places to Visit in South London

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Activities

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Pub Lunch in Lacock

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub

NZ$154

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

NZ$193

per adult

74% of travellers recommend

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

NZ$57

per adult

76% of travellers recommend

London: The View from The Shard

NZ$55

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

NZ$97

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise

NZ$547

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

NZ$36

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Westminster Abbey Tickets

NZ$62

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath Day Guided Tour from London

Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath, Day Guided Tour from London

NZ$163

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

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1. The Arena

The O2 Arena is an award-winning complex that hosts many types of events, such as sports and music. It has a seating capacity of about 20,000 and has held the title as the busiest arena in the world with more than 2 million ticket sales in a calendar year. It was designed with excellent acoustics to prevent echoing.

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2. London Eye

Head to the London Eye for a panoramic view of London. Situated on the South Bank of the River Thames in Jubilee Gardens, you’ll be able to see view the river running through the heart of the city along with the key landmarks such as Big Ben and Tower Bridge. On a fine day, you’ll also get a glimpse of the famous Windsor Castle nearly 40 kilometres away.

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3. The Shard

The Shard is a 95-story pyramidal tower with upscale restaurants, a luxury hotel, offices and a viewing gallery. Admire the futuristic design of this glassy skyscraper and its distinctive splintered summit.

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4. Borough Market

In the shadows of The Shard’s glassy tower and Southwark Cathedral, Borough Market is one of the most popular and historic food bazaars in London. Traditional vendors display local produce, exotic ingredients and trendy fusions beneath a glass roof that shelters the market’s iconic green arches and poles. Chat with traders and other market-goers about their culinary tips in the lanes of this active market.

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5. Tate Modern

With over four million visitors every year, Tate Modern is one on the most popular modern art galleries in the world. Part of the Tate group, which also includes Tate Britain. A short distance along the River Thames, this institution reaches out to everyone, not just to the traditional art-lover, by presenting collections of innovative and engaging contemporary art.

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6. Greenwich Park

Greenwich Park is the sprawling green lung of the centuries-old London neighborhood of Greenwich. Courting couples, dog walkers, joggers, local workers on their lunch breaks and picnicking families all flock to Greenwich Park. Admire its flower gardens, visit landmark buildings, spot wildlife, attend concerts and watch cricket matches.

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The Arena

8.4/10 (8,466 reviews)

London's iconic dome hosts world-class concerts and sporting events with perfect acoustics and sightlines. Arrive early to explore the diverse dining options before settling in for an unforgettable performance.

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