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Things to Do in London in July

Looking for things to do in London in July? You are definitely in the right place! There’s an endless supply of activities here during the month, especially if it’s your first time visiting London. It also historically has the highest temperatures, so it’s a hot month for many reasons!

From sipping Pimms while watching Wimbledon to losing yourself in the magic of candlelight concerts, there’s something for everyone. Arts & culture lovers can see new exhibitions. Sports enthusiasts can visit their favourite English team’s stadium.

Of course, there are food tours and an afternoon tea cruise which are perfect occasions to indulge and enjoy the sunny weather outside. Whether you live here or just visiting, July in London offers a rich array of experiences.

So, get ready to enjoy everything London has to offer and uncover its rich list of activities this summer!

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Attractions & Day Trips

If you live in London or are visiting London, these are the top day trips and attractions to visit during July.

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Food Tours & Afternoon Tea: Things to Do in London in July

If you’re a foodie and want to combine learning about London’s history while enjoying fantastic cuisine, these are the food tours I recommend.

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  • Twilight Soho VIP Tour Food & Drinks (Adults Only)
  • The Heart of ‘The City’ (Tasty History)
  • Borough Market & Bankside (Best of British)

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  • 6-course dinner
  • 4-course lunch
  • Afternoon tea
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AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE

  • Eat Scones, pastries and finger sandwiches as you see Big Ben, The London Eye, The Tower of London and more iconic London attractions
  • Save time on your London trip by sightseeing while you enjoy a British culture tradition.
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ARTS & CULTURE: Things to Do in London in July

As a cultural capital of the world, London has tons of arts related things to do this month.

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Popular Shows

  • Back to the Future
  • Moulin Rouge
  • The Book of Mormon
  • The Devil Wears Prada
  • Harry Potter & The Cursed Child (both parts)

Iconic

  • Phantom of the Opera
  • Wicked
  • The Lion King
  • Mousetrap

MOVIES, MUSIC & MUSEUMS

  • King’s Cross Open Air Cinema, 30 June-17 August 2025
  • BST Hyde Park, 27 June-13 July
  • Royal Albert Hall, BBC Proms 18 July- 13 September
  • British Museum, current exhibition ‘Ancient India: Living Traditions’
  • Natural History Museum, current exhibition ‘Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth?’
  • V&A, current exhibition ‘Cartier’

Candlelight Concerts in London

I have attended several of these concerts and highly recommend them for date nights, special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries or just a fun night out! You can read more about my first experience at the Tribute to Coldplay. I’ve also attended the Tribute to Taylor Swift, Hans Zimmer Candlelight Concert and Christmas Movie Soundtracks.

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Coming Up

  • Chopin Piano Concertos, 5 July
  • Tribute to the Weeknd, 12 July
  • Classic Guitar, 17 July
  • Best of Bridgerton, 19 July
  • Tribute to Madonna, 26 July

On-going

  • Music from the Movies
  • Tribute to Ed Sheeran and Coldplay
  • Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
  • A Tribute to the Beatles
  • Summer Dates Available

Leisure: Things to Do in London in July

Whether you’re watching tennis, touring a stadium or taking some thrill seeking activities on for yourself, there is plenty to do this month for those who love sports.

WATCH Wimbledon FOR FREE

Enjoy the Championships live on the Covent Garden Piazza with their immersive big screen and a glass of chilled Pimms from 30th June-13th July.

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London Pass

The London Pass, especially a London Pass Plus, can be a great way to organise a London trip itinerary if you plan on several things to do in London in July in one day. It’s most effective when purchased for at least two days. Note that you must use every day consecutively. You can find more on how to use it in the London Pass Review on this website.

day 1 itinerary

  • Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
  • St Paul’s Cathedral

day 2 itinerary

  • Uber Boat
  • Old Royal Naval College
  • Cutty Sark

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Seasonal Recommendations

Immerse yourself in London’s outdoor activities with a trip to the garden festival at a royal palace or the botanical gardens.

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Immerse yourself in vibrant summer blooms at the largest annual flower show in the world.

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