When we take a trip, we tend to put a whole lot of planning into the process. We book time off work months in advance. We have it marked off in our diaries. We secure accommodation and make plans for travel. We come up with some sort of itinerary of things that we want to do. This is all good and well.
But what if the opportunity arises to take a trip last minute? Spontaneous trips really can prove to be some of the best. You don’t have too much time to build up lavish expectations that may not be met and you can find yourself getting up to some things that you wouldn’t have otherwise considered. Now, if you’re heading to London, it does remain true that there are a lot of places and things to do that you will have to reserve and book into well in advance. London is visited by up to 19 million tourists every single year and spots at high-demand events, restaurants, and other activities do tend to get snapped up pretty quickly. But there is still more than enough to do when heading to the city of smoke on a whim.
Here are just a few things to consider.
The Theatre
Of course, the theatre is a popular attraction and many shows are in extremely high demand. But you’ll be glad to know that there are outlets where you can secure london theatre tickets relatively last minute. London’s West End is renowned for its world class performances and there’s little in the world that’s more fun than getting ready for the theatre, heading to the in-house bar before hand to grab a drink and maybe some snacks, then sitting down and watching an outstanding performance. Current shows that you might be interested in heading to include:
- Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre
- Les Miserables at the Queen’s Theatre
- Fiddler on the Roof at the Playhouse Theatre
- The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre
- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime at the Piccadilly Theatre
- The Great Gatsby at Gatsby’s Drugstore
- & Juliet at the Shaftesbury Theatre
Head to Camden Markets
You don’t need any kind of reservation or booking to head to Camden markets. Over 1000 stalls in this world famous market can provide you with the potential to browse for hours. No matter what you’re interested in, you’re bound to find something that caters to your tastes and preferences. From clothes to jewellery, furniture, books, and home decor, your options are endless. There are an astounding number of eateries and you could even stop off to have a piercing. Keep an eye out for stand-out punks who you can have photographs with for a small fee.
These are just a couple of options that you have. There are, of course, plenty more out there. But hopefully, these should stir your imagination and get your stay started off in the right direction. Regardless of what you enjoy, London is more than likely to have something to offer you!
