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CITY , ENGLAND , LONDON London’s Top Hidden Gems – The Quirky, The Queer And The Quaint Posted by ALEX on 23RD MAY 2019 Is there ever a better reason to visit a city like London than to get off the beaten path and travel deeper for those lesser known hidden gems and secret spots? The hidden gems that only the locals seem to know about and treasure for themselves? I think not. And London is no exception. Of course you want to see all the main London attractions, like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and maybe the London Eye, but for me, finding those unusual and quirky spots and exploring London’s secrets beyond the regular tourist attractions is what makes a city break a magical one. The thing is, London hidden gems don’t remain secret for long. I recently saw a 2 hour queue of people waiting for their photo-moment infront of the hidden gem Platform 9 3/4 from Harry Potter. 2 hours people, for a photo! You could do the whole Harry Potter walking tour for less time than that! And because of their photogenicness (did I just make up a word?), thanks to Instagram, those so-called cool places in London like The Sky Garden and Nealls Yard are now just an exercise in patience and how to keep a straight face at the My Life Long Holiday TRAVEL GUIDES NOTTINGHAM ABOUT
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C I T Y E N G L A N D LO N D O N
Londonrsquos Top Hidden Gems ndashThe Quirky The Queer And
The QuaintPosted by A L E X on 2 3 R D M AY 2 0 1 9
Is there ever a better reason to visit a city like London than to get off thebeaten path and travel deeper for those lesser known hidden gems and secretspots
The hidden gems that only the locals seem to know about and treasure for themselves I
think not And London is no exception Of course you want to see all the main London
attractions like Big Ben Buckingham Palace and maybe the London Eye but for me
finding those unusual and quirky spots and exploring Londonrsquos secrets beyond the regular
tourist attractions is what makes a city break a magical one
The thing is London hidden gems donrsquot remain secret for long I recently saw a 2 hour
queue of people waiting for their photo-moment infront of the hidden gem Platform 9 34
from Harry Potter 2 hours people for a photo You could do the whole Harry Potter
walking tour for less time than that And because of their photogenicness (did I just make
up a word) thanks to Instagram those so-called cool places in London like The Sky Garden
and Nealls Yard are now just an exercise in patience and how to keep a straight face at the
My Life LongHoliday
T R AV E L G U I D E S N OT T I N G H A M A B O U T
long-suffering boyfriend of the girl in the big hat and floaty dress
So is it still possible to discover secret places in London that still remain hidden from the
rest of the tourist crowds Absolutely And even just adding a few of Londonrsquos secrets to
your itinerary will really sweeten your trip to the city
We have compiled a list of the best hidden gems of London from the quirky and unique to the
most stylish local hot-spots that are a bit off the beaten path Londonrsquos secrets and cool places
you donrsquot want to misshellip
(plus a free map at the bottom of the post showing all our top hidden gems of London)
pin for laterhellip
1 St Dunstans In The East
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I flamin love this place If there was ever a perfect epitome of a lsquoSecret Londonrsquo then let St
Dunstans be it Just north of Tower Bridge in the bustling Bank district sits a once
beautiful piece of architecture (some parts Christopher Wren) that was blown apart in the
blitz 1941 Part of the church still remains but the internal gardens have been planted to
create the effect of nature winning out in times of destruction ndash itrsquos beautiful The odd
person can be found sat on a bench worshipping at the alter of shrubbery and serenity
and even the few tourists who have stumbled upon it keep quiet and respectful as they
wander the grounds A inspirational place for a little recoup from the noise of the city and
far from just an abandoned building ndash this is one of my favourite hidden gems of London
Itrsquos one of the very few secret photography spots London has to offer where you donrsquot
need to be a professional to get a good shot ndash itrsquos crazily beautiful from every angle
2 Londonrsquos Silver Vaults
The largest collection of silver in the world lies hidden beneath your feet just a stones
throw from Covent Garden Anyone who is anyone buys their silver from Londonrsquos Silver
Vaults so therersquos always the chance you might bump into George and Amal buying their
next set of Clooney tableware 30 specialist dealers have set up shop in this bizzare secret
place in London ndash think Alladins Cave meets Wormwood Scrubs itrsquos all a bit Italian Job
Built in 1876 to store Londonrsquos wealthiest residentsrsquo valuables it soon became a spot for a
bit of silver trading By 1953 the building was fully operational as the worlds largest
antique silver subterranean shopping mall Itrsquos free to the public and you never know you
might resurface with a pound16k silver barbeque under your arm A literal hidden gem that
even most Londoners havenrsquot heard of and a fun experience even if you donrsquot intend to
buy
3 Postmanrsquos Park
Not far from St Pauls Cathedral just off the beaten path Postmanrsquos Park is one of many
secrect London Green Spaces away from the hustle and bustle If you park yourself on a
bench you can quite imagine it gets a little busier around lunchtime since the tall buildings
which hem you in are part of a busy business district It actually got its name from the
number of postal workers from the nearby Post Office headquarters who would eat their
midday sandwiches here
However itrsquos not just a quirky little spot to park your bottom for a while Postmanrsquos Park is
also famous for its memorial plaques to Heroic Self Sacrifice In 1900 the Lord Mayor and
Bishop of London unveiled this new memorial to commemorate ordinary people who died
while saving the lives of others The pretty hand-painted tiles make for some interesting
reading whilst you tuck into your tuna baguette
4 The Barbican Centre
If you like architecture and yoursquore at the nearby Postmanrsquos Park make the trip to a little
unknown estate called the Barbican Wersquore not talking pretty architecture mind you far
from it The Barbican is a classic example of London Brutalist architecture that sprung up
after the war in the late rsquo50s and rsquo60s and itrsquos pretty horrendous as far as design goes But
thatrsquos what makes this place amazing A concrete housing estate of tower blocks that is so
ugly itrsquos unique Residents hang baskets of flowers from their balconies to contrast and
enhance the landscape and the high walk system which connects all parts of the estate is a
peaceful pathway away from the traffic below Irsquom sure this was once a residential area
that locals would have rather kept a London secret but now itrsquos a cool little gem worth
showing off a little
The Barbican estate also has an internal arts centre (Barbican Centre) which if you can
find it is a haven in the city An internal lake is the centrepiece of a theatre cinema and
restaurant complex and believe me ndash you wonrsquot want to forget your camera A real beauty
and a beast
5 The Vaults
The disused railway arches of Waterloo may at first feel like yoursquove stumbled a little too
off the beaten path and into a den of naughty mischief you might get in trouble for But in
these secret arches the daring and all things artistic is encouraged And how appropriate
it all began with the man Banksy who proposed these tunnels could be brought back to
life again with street art and a constantly changing canvas of tunnels Anyone can rock up
and make their stamp and it has to be one of the most colourful and unusual places to see
in London
The adjoining tunnels have also been turned into funky venues for the arts theatre music
venues and the occasional fashion show Their website has more info on whatrsquos on
6 St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens (In Regents Park)
So London doesnrsquot do too badly on the number of green spaces in the city but this little
special gem is just that extra bit unique and so secret you might be the only person
enjoying this hidden gem of London St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens is actually part of Regents
Park and is owned by the Sultan of Brunei whose neighbouring mansion looms over Being
the nice guy that he is he chose to make these gardens public so that you and I could enjoy
this landscaped beauty
St Johnrsquos Lodge gardens really does feel like a secret garden out of a classic English novel
Each little section is like a room without a roof lined with high Buxus hedging making it all
the more hidden plus the occasional sculpture for the romanticists ndash the kind of place you
could expect an amorous couple on a bench itrsquos so dreamy If yoursquore looking for a secret
London spot with a bit of magic yoursquove found it
7 Sir John Soanersquos Museum
One of the lesser known places in London the Sir John Soanersquos Museum is an Aladdinrsquos
cave you probably never knew existed A little off the beaten path but not too far from
Covent Garden you could easily while away an hour or two in this most interesting of
residences
Sir John Soane was an architect and passionate collector of art antiquities and amazing
artifacts He set up his home as a bit of a showroom to bedazzle future clients and a giant
figurative display cabinet to impress party guests ndash he was quite the exhibitionist and
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host The house is like nothing you have ever seen before and a maze of amazement I
cannot recommend this house enough if you want a bit of a surprise and a change from
the usual London attractions ndash but sshhh We donrsquot want everybody knowing about this
secret place therersquos barely room to swing a cat as it is
This is one of those secret buildings in London where you question if you have indeed got
the right address unimposing from the outside you could actually walk right on by It is in
fact a very ordinary looking house at 13 Lincolnrsquos Inn Fields Holborn
The Sir John Soane Museum doesnrsquot allow photographs so here are a few pictures from
Wikipedia and their website but trust me they donrsquot do this London hidden gem justicehellip
8 The Painted Hall (Royal Naval College)
The Painted Hall at the Greenwich Naval College will knock you off your feet and blow
you away Apparently Londonrsquos answer to the Sistine Chapel but in my opinion more
beautiful and if you arrive early you could have this London secret all to yourself And
with no restrictions on photographs like its Italian equivalent feel free to arrive in your
most photogenic hat and ready to twirl for the camera ndash believe me when you see the
place you will want to do just that
The hall is entirely painted by hand and was completed in 1726 Given its beauty it should
be one of those places to visit in London that the world and his wife knows about yet
because it has been in a renovation status for the past few years itrsquos almost become a
forgotten secret I canrsquot imagine it will remain a London secret for long now that instagram
has got its hands on it though Itrsquos an incredible masterpiece and no surprise it has been
used in several movies due to its impressiveness in fact we recently saw it on TV show
The Crown used as a filming location for Princess Margaretrsquos birthday party It seems the
Queen knows all of the hidden gems in London
Greenwich is often an area overlooked by tourists yet in my opinion it is one of the best
areas of London for history and beauty ndash why donrsquot you consider some of these tours and
make a day of ithellip
9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
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A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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long-suffering boyfriend of the girl in the big hat and floaty dress
So is it still possible to discover secret places in London that still remain hidden from the
rest of the tourist crowds Absolutely And even just adding a few of Londonrsquos secrets to
your itinerary will really sweeten your trip to the city
We have compiled a list of the best hidden gems of London from the quirky and unique to the
most stylish local hot-spots that are a bit off the beaten path Londonrsquos secrets and cool places
you donrsquot want to misshellip
(plus a free map at the bottom of the post showing all our top hidden gems of London)
pin for laterhellip
1 St Dunstans In The East
Powered by GetYourGuide Become a partner
Magical London HarryPotter Guided WalkingTour
6820 Reviews
Duration 25 hours
London Jack theRipper InteractiveGuided Walking Tour
Duration 2 hours
The London Eye
5451 Reviews
Duration 30 minutes
Likely to sell out Likely to sell out Likely to sell outView View View
I flamin love this place If there was ever a perfect epitome of a lsquoSecret Londonrsquo then let St
Dunstans be it Just north of Tower Bridge in the bustling Bank district sits a once
beautiful piece of architecture (some parts Christopher Wren) that was blown apart in the
blitz 1941 Part of the church still remains but the internal gardens have been planted to
create the effect of nature winning out in times of destruction ndash itrsquos beautiful The odd
person can be found sat on a bench worshipping at the alter of shrubbery and serenity
and even the few tourists who have stumbled upon it keep quiet and respectful as they
wander the grounds A inspirational place for a little recoup from the noise of the city and
far from just an abandoned building ndash this is one of my favourite hidden gems of London
Itrsquos one of the very few secret photography spots London has to offer where you donrsquot
need to be a professional to get a good shot ndash itrsquos crazily beautiful from every angle
2 Londonrsquos Silver Vaults
The largest collection of silver in the world lies hidden beneath your feet just a stones
throw from Covent Garden Anyone who is anyone buys their silver from Londonrsquos Silver
Vaults so therersquos always the chance you might bump into George and Amal buying their
next set of Clooney tableware 30 specialist dealers have set up shop in this bizzare secret
place in London ndash think Alladins Cave meets Wormwood Scrubs itrsquos all a bit Italian Job
Built in 1876 to store Londonrsquos wealthiest residentsrsquo valuables it soon became a spot for a
bit of silver trading By 1953 the building was fully operational as the worlds largest
antique silver subterranean shopping mall Itrsquos free to the public and you never know you
might resurface with a pound16k silver barbeque under your arm A literal hidden gem that
even most Londoners havenrsquot heard of and a fun experience even if you donrsquot intend to
buy
3 Postmanrsquos Park
Not far from St Pauls Cathedral just off the beaten path Postmanrsquos Park is one of many
secrect London Green Spaces away from the hustle and bustle If you park yourself on a
bench you can quite imagine it gets a little busier around lunchtime since the tall buildings
which hem you in are part of a busy business district It actually got its name from the
number of postal workers from the nearby Post Office headquarters who would eat their
midday sandwiches here
However itrsquos not just a quirky little spot to park your bottom for a while Postmanrsquos Park is
also famous for its memorial plaques to Heroic Self Sacrifice In 1900 the Lord Mayor and
Bishop of London unveiled this new memorial to commemorate ordinary people who died
while saving the lives of others The pretty hand-painted tiles make for some interesting
reading whilst you tuck into your tuna baguette
4 The Barbican Centre
If you like architecture and yoursquore at the nearby Postmanrsquos Park make the trip to a little
unknown estate called the Barbican Wersquore not talking pretty architecture mind you far
from it The Barbican is a classic example of London Brutalist architecture that sprung up
after the war in the late rsquo50s and rsquo60s and itrsquos pretty horrendous as far as design goes But
thatrsquos what makes this place amazing A concrete housing estate of tower blocks that is so
ugly itrsquos unique Residents hang baskets of flowers from their balconies to contrast and
enhance the landscape and the high walk system which connects all parts of the estate is a
peaceful pathway away from the traffic below Irsquom sure this was once a residential area
that locals would have rather kept a London secret but now itrsquos a cool little gem worth
showing off a little
The Barbican estate also has an internal arts centre (Barbican Centre) which if you can
find it is a haven in the city An internal lake is the centrepiece of a theatre cinema and
restaurant complex and believe me ndash you wonrsquot want to forget your camera A real beauty
and a beast
5 The Vaults
The disused railway arches of Waterloo may at first feel like yoursquove stumbled a little too
off the beaten path and into a den of naughty mischief you might get in trouble for But in
these secret arches the daring and all things artistic is encouraged And how appropriate
it all began with the man Banksy who proposed these tunnels could be brought back to
life again with street art and a constantly changing canvas of tunnels Anyone can rock up
and make their stamp and it has to be one of the most colourful and unusual places to see
in London
The adjoining tunnels have also been turned into funky venues for the arts theatre music
venues and the occasional fashion show Their website has more info on whatrsquos on
6 St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens (In Regents Park)
So London doesnrsquot do too badly on the number of green spaces in the city but this little
special gem is just that extra bit unique and so secret you might be the only person
enjoying this hidden gem of London St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens is actually part of Regents
Park and is owned by the Sultan of Brunei whose neighbouring mansion looms over Being
the nice guy that he is he chose to make these gardens public so that you and I could enjoy
this landscaped beauty
St Johnrsquos Lodge gardens really does feel like a secret garden out of a classic English novel
Each little section is like a room without a roof lined with high Buxus hedging making it all
the more hidden plus the occasional sculpture for the romanticists ndash the kind of place you
could expect an amorous couple on a bench itrsquos so dreamy If yoursquore looking for a secret
London spot with a bit of magic yoursquove found it
7 Sir John Soanersquos Museum
One of the lesser known places in London the Sir John Soanersquos Museum is an Aladdinrsquos
cave you probably never knew existed A little off the beaten path but not too far from
Covent Garden you could easily while away an hour or two in this most interesting of
residences
Sir John Soane was an architect and passionate collector of art antiquities and amazing
artifacts He set up his home as a bit of a showroom to bedazzle future clients and a giant
figurative display cabinet to impress party guests ndash he was quite the exhibitionist and
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host The house is like nothing you have ever seen before and a maze of amazement I
cannot recommend this house enough if you want a bit of a surprise and a change from
the usual London attractions ndash but sshhh We donrsquot want everybody knowing about this
secret place therersquos barely room to swing a cat as it is
This is one of those secret buildings in London where you question if you have indeed got
the right address unimposing from the outside you could actually walk right on by It is in
fact a very ordinary looking house at 13 Lincolnrsquos Inn Fields Holborn
The Sir John Soane Museum doesnrsquot allow photographs so here are a few pictures from
Wikipedia and their website but trust me they donrsquot do this London hidden gem justicehellip
8 The Painted Hall (Royal Naval College)
The Painted Hall at the Greenwich Naval College will knock you off your feet and blow
you away Apparently Londonrsquos answer to the Sistine Chapel but in my opinion more
beautiful and if you arrive early you could have this London secret all to yourself And
with no restrictions on photographs like its Italian equivalent feel free to arrive in your
most photogenic hat and ready to twirl for the camera ndash believe me when you see the
place you will want to do just that
The hall is entirely painted by hand and was completed in 1726 Given its beauty it should
be one of those places to visit in London that the world and his wife knows about yet
because it has been in a renovation status for the past few years itrsquos almost become a
forgotten secret I canrsquot imagine it will remain a London secret for long now that instagram
has got its hands on it though Itrsquos an incredible masterpiece and no surprise it has been
used in several movies due to its impressiveness in fact we recently saw it on TV show
The Crown used as a filming location for Princess Margaretrsquos birthday party It seems the
Queen knows all of the hidden gems in London
Greenwich is often an area overlooked by tourists yet in my opinion it is one of the best
areas of London for history and beauty ndash why donrsquot you consider some of these tours and
make a day of ithellip
9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
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A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
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I flamin love this place If there was ever a perfect epitome of a lsquoSecret Londonrsquo then let St
Dunstans be it Just north of Tower Bridge in the bustling Bank district sits a once
beautiful piece of architecture (some parts Christopher Wren) that was blown apart in the
blitz 1941 Part of the church still remains but the internal gardens have been planted to
create the effect of nature winning out in times of destruction ndash itrsquos beautiful The odd
person can be found sat on a bench worshipping at the alter of shrubbery and serenity
and even the few tourists who have stumbled upon it keep quiet and respectful as they
wander the grounds A inspirational place for a little recoup from the noise of the city and
far from just an abandoned building ndash this is one of my favourite hidden gems of London
Itrsquos one of the very few secret photography spots London has to offer where you donrsquot
need to be a professional to get a good shot ndash itrsquos crazily beautiful from every angle
2 Londonrsquos Silver Vaults
The largest collection of silver in the world lies hidden beneath your feet just a stones
throw from Covent Garden Anyone who is anyone buys their silver from Londonrsquos Silver
Vaults so therersquos always the chance you might bump into George and Amal buying their
next set of Clooney tableware 30 specialist dealers have set up shop in this bizzare secret
place in London ndash think Alladins Cave meets Wormwood Scrubs itrsquos all a bit Italian Job
Built in 1876 to store Londonrsquos wealthiest residentsrsquo valuables it soon became a spot for a
bit of silver trading By 1953 the building was fully operational as the worlds largest
antique silver subterranean shopping mall Itrsquos free to the public and you never know you
might resurface with a pound16k silver barbeque under your arm A literal hidden gem that
even most Londoners havenrsquot heard of and a fun experience even if you donrsquot intend to
buy
3 Postmanrsquos Park
Not far from St Pauls Cathedral just off the beaten path Postmanrsquos Park is one of many
secrect London Green Spaces away from the hustle and bustle If you park yourself on a
bench you can quite imagine it gets a little busier around lunchtime since the tall buildings
which hem you in are part of a busy business district It actually got its name from the
number of postal workers from the nearby Post Office headquarters who would eat their
midday sandwiches here
However itrsquos not just a quirky little spot to park your bottom for a while Postmanrsquos Park is
also famous for its memorial plaques to Heroic Self Sacrifice In 1900 the Lord Mayor and
Bishop of London unveiled this new memorial to commemorate ordinary people who died
while saving the lives of others The pretty hand-painted tiles make for some interesting
reading whilst you tuck into your tuna baguette
4 The Barbican Centre
If you like architecture and yoursquore at the nearby Postmanrsquos Park make the trip to a little
unknown estate called the Barbican Wersquore not talking pretty architecture mind you far
from it The Barbican is a classic example of London Brutalist architecture that sprung up
after the war in the late rsquo50s and rsquo60s and itrsquos pretty horrendous as far as design goes But
thatrsquos what makes this place amazing A concrete housing estate of tower blocks that is so
ugly itrsquos unique Residents hang baskets of flowers from their balconies to contrast and
enhance the landscape and the high walk system which connects all parts of the estate is a
peaceful pathway away from the traffic below Irsquom sure this was once a residential area
that locals would have rather kept a London secret but now itrsquos a cool little gem worth
showing off a little
The Barbican estate also has an internal arts centre (Barbican Centre) which if you can
find it is a haven in the city An internal lake is the centrepiece of a theatre cinema and
restaurant complex and believe me ndash you wonrsquot want to forget your camera A real beauty
and a beast
5 The Vaults
The disused railway arches of Waterloo may at first feel like yoursquove stumbled a little too
off the beaten path and into a den of naughty mischief you might get in trouble for But in
these secret arches the daring and all things artistic is encouraged And how appropriate
it all began with the man Banksy who proposed these tunnels could be brought back to
life again with street art and a constantly changing canvas of tunnels Anyone can rock up
and make their stamp and it has to be one of the most colourful and unusual places to see
in London
The adjoining tunnels have also been turned into funky venues for the arts theatre music
venues and the occasional fashion show Their website has more info on whatrsquos on
6 St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens (In Regents Park)
So London doesnrsquot do too badly on the number of green spaces in the city but this little
special gem is just that extra bit unique and so secret you might be the only person
enjoying this hidden gem of London St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens is actually part of Regents
Park and is owned by the Sultan of Brunei whose neighbouring mansion looms over Being
the nice guy that he is he chose to make these gardens public so that you and I could enjoy
this landscaped beauty
St Johnrsquos Lodge gardens really does feel like a secret garden out of a classic English novel
Each little section is like a room without a roof lined with high Buxus hedging making it all
the more hidden plus the occasional sculpture for the romanticists ndash the kind of place you
could expect an amorous couple on a bench itrsquos so dreamy If yoursquore looking for a secret
London spot with a bit of magic yoursquove found it
7 Sir John Soanersquos Museum
One of the lesser known places in London the Sir John Soanersquos Museum is an Aladdinrsquos
cave you probably never knew existed A little off the beaten path but not too far from
Covent Garden you could easily while away an hour or two in this most interesting of
residences
Sir John Soane was an architect and passionate collector of art antiquities and amazing
artifacts He set up his home as a bit of a showroom to bedazzle future clients and a giant
figurative display cabinet to impress party guests ndash he was quite the exhibitionist and
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host The house is like nothing you have ever seen before and a maze of amazement I
cannot recommend this house enough if you want a bit of a surprise and a change from
the usual London attractions ndash but sshhh We donrsquot want everybody knowing about this
secret place therersquos barely room to swing a cat as it is
This is one of those secret buildings in London where you question if you have indeed got
the right address unimposing from the outside you could actually walk right on by It is in
fact a very ordinary looking house at 13 Lincolnrsquos Inn Fields Holborn
The Sir John Soane Museum doesnrsquot allow photographs so here are a few pictures from
Wikipedia and their website but trust me they donrsquot do this London hidden gem justicehellip
8 The Painted Hall (Royal Naval College)
The Painted Hall at the Greenwich Naval College will knock you off your feet and blow
you away Apparently Londonrsquos answer to the Sistine Chapel but in my opinion more
beautiful and if you arrive early you could have this London secret all to yourself And
with no restrictions on photographs like its Italian equivalent feel free to arrive in your
most photogenic hat and ready to twirl for the camera ndash believe me when you see the
place you will want to do just that
The hall is entirely painted by hand and was completed in 1726 Given its beauty it should
be one of those places to visit in London that the world and his wife knows about yet
because it has been in a renovation status for the past few years itrsquos almost become a
forgotten secret I canrsquot imagine it will remain a London secret for long now that instagram
has got its hands on it though Itrsquos an incredible masterpiece and no surprise it has been
used in several movies due to its impressiveness in fact we recently saw it on TV show
The Crown used as a filming location for Princess Margaretrsquos birthday party It seems the
Queen knows all of the hidden gems in London
Greenwich is often an area overlooked by tourists yet in my opinion it is one of the best
areas of London for history and beauty ndash why donrsquot you consider some of these tours and
make a day of ithellip
9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
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N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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4 The Barbican Centre
If you like architecture and yoursquore at the nearby Postmanrsquos Park make the trip to a little
unknown estate called the Barbican Wersquore not talking pretty architecture mind you far
from it The Barbican is a classic example of London Brutalist architecture that sprung up
after the war in the late rsquo50s and rsquo60s and itrsquos pretty horrendous as far as design goes But
thatrsquos what makes this place amazing A concrete housing estate of tower blocks that is so
ugly itrsquos unique Residents hang baskets of flowers from their balconies to contrast and
enhance the landscape and the high walk system which connects all parts of the estate is a
peaceful pathway away from the traffic below Irsquom sure this was once a residential area
that locals would have rather kept a London secret but now itrsquos a cool little gem worth
showing off a little
The Barbican estate also has an internal arts centre (Barbican Centre) which if you can
find it is a haven in the city An internal lake is the centrepiece of a theatre cinema and
restaurant complex and believe me ndash you wonrsquot want to forget your camera A real beauty
and a beast
5 The Vaults
The disused railway arches of Waterloo may at first feel like yoursquove stumbled a little too
off the beaten path and into a den of naughty mischief you might get in trouble for But in
these secret arches the daring and all things artistic is encouraged And how appropriate
it all began with the man Banksy who proposed these tunnels could be brought back to
life again with street art and a constantly changing canvas of tunnels Anyone can rock up
and make their stamp and it has to be one of the most colourful and unusual places to see
in London
The adjoining tunnels have also been turned into funky venues for the arts theatre music
venues and the occasional fashion show Their website has more info on whatrsquos on
6 St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens (In Regents Park)
So London doesnrsquot do too badly on the number of green spaces in the city but this little
special gem is just that extra bit unique and so secret you might be the only person
enjoying this hidden gem of London St Johnrsquos Lodge Gardens is actually part of Regents
Park and is owned by the Sultan of Brunei whose neighbouring mansion looms over Being
the nice guy that he is he chose to make these gardens public so that you and I could enjoy
this landscaped beauty
St Johnrsquos Lodge gardens really does feel like a secret garden out of a classic English novel
Each little section is like a room without a roof lined with high Buxus hedging making it all
the more hidden plus the occasional sculpture for the romanticists ndash the kind of place you
could expect an amorous couple on a bench itrsquos so dreamy If yoursquore looking for a secret
London spot with a bit of magic yoursquove found it
7 Sir John Soanersquos Museum
One of the lesser known places in London the Sir John Soanersquos Museum is an Aladdinrsquos
cave you probably never knew existed A little off the beaten path but not too far from
Covent Garden you could easily while away an hour or two in this most interesting of
residences
Sir John Soane was an architect and passionate collector of art antiquities and amazing
artifacts He set up his home as a bit of a showroom to bedazzle future clients and a giant
figurative display cabinet to impress party guests ndash he was quite the exhibitionist and
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host The house is like nothing you have ever seen before and a maze of amazement I
cannot recommend this house enough if you want a bit of a surprise and a change from
the usual London attractions ndash but sshhh We donrsquot want everybody knowing about this
secret place therersquos barely room to swing a cat as it is
This is one of those secret buildings in London where you question if you have indeed got
the right address unimposing from the outside you could actually walk right on by It is in
fact a very ordinary looking house at 13 Lincolnrsquos Inn Fields Holborn
The Sir John Soane Museum doesnrsquot allow photographs so here are a few pictures from
Wikipedia and their website but trust me they donrsquot do this London hidden gem justicehellip
8 The Painted Hall (Royal Naval College)
The Painted Hall at the Greenwich Naval College will knock you off your feet and blow
you away Apparently Londonrsquos answer to the Sistine Chapel but in my opinion more
beautiful and if you arrive early you could have this London secret all to yourself And
with no restrictions on photographs like its Italian equivalent feel free to arrive in your
most photogenic hat and ready to twirl for the camera ndash believe me when you see the
place you will want to do just that
The hall is entirely painted by hand and was completed in 1726 Given its beauty it should
be one of those places to visit in London that the world and his wife knows about yet
because it has been in a renovation status for the past few years itrsquos almost become a
forgotten secret I canrsquot imagine it will remain a London secret for long now that instagram
has got its hands on it though Itrsquos an incredible masterpiece and no surprise it has been
used in several movies due to its impressiveness in fact we recently saw it on TV show
The Crown used as a filming location for Princess Margaretrsquos birthday party It seems the
Queen knows all of the hidden gems in London
Greenwich is often an area overlooked by tourists yet in my opinion it is one of the best
areas of London for history and beauty ndash why donrsquot you consider some of these tours and
make a day of ithellip
9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
Top 5 Coolest Areas Worth
Exploring In London
20 Awesome Weekend Break Ideas
In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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The 5 Best
Sunday Roasts
In Nottingham
Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
France Part 2 ndash
Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
Things To Do In
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CityTripping
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St Johnrsquos Lodge gardens really does feel like a secret garden out of a classic English novel
Each little section is like a room without a roof lined with high Buxus hedging making it all
the more hidden plus the occasional sculpture for the romanticists ndash the kind of place you
could expect an amorous couple on a bench itrsquos so dreamy If yoursquore looking for a secret
London spot with a bit of magic yoursquove found it
7 Sir John Soanersquos Museum
One of the lesser known places in London the Sir John Soanersquos Museum is an Aladdinrsquos
cave you probably never knew existed A little off the beaten path but not too far from
Covent Garden you could easily while away an hour or two in this most interesting of
residences
Sir John Soane was an architect and passionate collector of art antiquities and amazing
artifacts He set up his home as a bit of a showroom to bedazzle future clients and a giant
figurative display cabinet to impress party guests ndash he was quite the exhibitionist and
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host The house is like nothing you have ever seen before and a maze of amazement I
cannot recommend this house enough if you want a bit of a surprise and a change from
the usual London attractions ndash but sshhh We donrsquot want everybody knowing about this
secret place therersquos barely room to swing a cat as it is
This is one of those secret buildings in London where you question if you have indeed got
the right address unimposing from the outside you could actually walk right on by It is in
fact a very ordinary looking house at 13 Lincolnrsquos Inn Fields Holborn
The Sir John Soane Museum doesnrsquot allow photographs so here are a few pictures from
Wikipedia and their website but trust me they donrsquot do this London hidden gem justicehellip
8 The Painted Hall (Royal Naval College)
The Painted Hall at the Greenwich Naval College will knock you off your feet and blow
you away Apparently Londonrsquos answer to the Sistine Chapel but in my opinion more
beautiful and if you arrive early you could have this London secret all to yourself And
with no restrictions on photographs like its Italian equivalent feel free to arrive in your
most photogenic hat and ready to twirl for the camera ndash believe me when you see the
place you will want to do just that
The hall is entirely painted by hand and was completed in 1726 Given its beauty it should
be one of those places to visit in London that the world and his wife knows about yet
because it has been in a renovation status for the past few years itrsquos almost become a
forgotten secret I canrsquot imagine it will remain a London secret for long now that instagram
has got its hands on it though Itrsquos an incredible masterpiece and no surprise it has been
used in several movies due to its impressiveness in fact we recently saw it on TV show
The Crown used as a filming location for Princess Margaretrsquos birthday party It seems the
Queen knows all of the hidden gems in London
Greenwich is often an area overlooked by tourists yet in my opinion it is one of the best
areas of London for history and beauty ndash why donrsquot you consider some of these tours and
make a day of ithellip
9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
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River Thames Hop-OnHop-Off SightseeingCruise
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
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Exploring In London
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In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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host The house is like nothing you have ever seen before and a maze of amazement I
cannot recommend this house enough if you want a bit of a surprise and a change from
the usual London attractions ndash but sshhh We donrsquot want everybody knowing about this
secret place therersquos barely room to swing a cat as it is
This is one of those secret buildings in London where you question if you have indeed got
the right address unimposing from the outside you could actually walk right on by It is in
fact a very ordinary looking house at 13 Lincolnrsquos Inn Fields Holborn
The Sir John Soane Museum doesnrsquot allow photographs so here are a few pictures from
Wikipedia and their website but trust me they donrsquot do this London hidden gem justicehellip
8 The Painted Hall (Royal Naval College)
The Painted Hall at the Greenwich Naval College will knock you off your feet and blow
you away Apparently Londonrsquos answer to the Sistine Chapel but in my opinion more
beautiful and if you arrive early you could have this London secret all to yourself And
with no restrictions on photographs like its Italian equivalent feel free to arrive in your
most photogenic hat and ready to twirl for the camera ndash believe me when you see the
place you will want to do just that
The hall is entirely painted by hand and was completed in 1726 Given its beauty it should
be one of those places to visit in London that the world and his wife knows about yet
because it has been in a renovation status for the past few years itrsquos almost become a
forgotten secret I canrsquot imagine it will remain a London secret for long now that instagram
has got its hands on it though Itrsquos an incredible masterpiece and no surprise it has been
used in several movies due to its impressiveness in fact we recently saw it on TV show
The Crown used as a filming location for Princess Margaretrsquos birthday party It seems the
Queen knows all of the hidden gems in London
Greenwich is often an area overlooked by tourists yet in my opinion it is one of the best
areas of London for history and beauty ndash why donrsquot you consider some of these tours and
make a day of ithellip
9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
Powered by GetYourGuide Become a partner
River Thames Hop-OnHop-Off SightseeingCruise
1524 Reviews
Duration 1 day
London Climb TheRoof of The O2 Arena
467 Reviews
Duration 90 minutes
London Big BusOpen-Top Hop-onHop-off SightseeingTour
1273 Reviews
Duration 24 - 72 hours
Likely to sell out Likely to sell outView View View
This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
Top 5 Coolest Areas Worth
Exploring In London
20 Awesome Weekend Break Ideas
In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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9 The Tulip Staircase At The Queens House Greenwich
If you are exploring the area of Greenwich looking for more secret places in London you
wonrsquot want to miss the beautiful staircase at the Queens House The Queens House might
not look out of place in this historical neighbourhood but in its day it was almost 100
years ahead of its time and would have been surrounded by more Tudor style buildings
But itrsquos not only the architecture that was avant-garde as you will see for yourself its
innards are also pretty unique too
This free museum is home to many a beautiful feature like the Great Hallrsquos chequered
floor and a well-stocked art gallery But itrsquos the Tulip Staircase you really must see
Britains first self-supporting staircase is not just a marvel in geometry it is possibly the
most stunning staircase you will ever set eyes on Interestingly the striking shade of blue
paint is made using crushed glass
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
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Exploring In London
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N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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Beach Thassos
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A City Guide ndash
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This London hidden gem is just a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Market ndash donrsquot miss it
when yoursquore in Greenwich
10 The Royal Exchange
If yoursquore really up for seeing London off the beaten path make the trip to the non-touristy
area of the Bank district and treat yourself to the poshest secret drink in all of London
Built as a centre of commerce in the 16th century The Royal Exchange on Cornhill has all
of the opulence to go with your glass of champagne Park your bottom on a plush velvet
bar stool at the Fortnum and Mason bar and drink up your bubbles at one of the most
beautiful hidden gems of London that only the locals seem to know about Rest assured
that the remainder of London hasnrsquot discovered this beautiful little arcade for drinks yet
Itrsquos opulent itrsquos grandiose and most pass it by unnoticed in this busy banking district Itrsquos
one of Londonrsquos magical places and if you fancy a bit of luxury shopping after your aperitif
then the Royal Exchange is the perfect place for Boutique spending
11 The Nomadic Community Gardens Of Brick Lane
Brick Lane itself is full of surprises anyway from some of Londonrsquos best street art to the
coolest bars and unique markets But the Nomadic Community Gardens are interesting to
say the least ndash probably the quirkiest of places on this list of Londonrsquos secrets thatrsquos for
sure Like an allotment went to seed and Banksy moved in Like someone spilled a giant
bag of skittles and left an open space of rainbow proportions Made equally more
impressive since all of this started with an abandoned piece of land and a charitable vision
that this could be turned into a blossoming garden where those who needed it most could
grow food create a pocket for the arts and just be part of a local community
Grab a drink from the Roving Cafe near the entrance and soak up this relaxed
environment which remains a bit of a secret from the masses Definitely one of the most
colourful secret places in London
12 The Bourne And Hollingsworth Buildings
If you want the best place for brunch in London then make your way to the Bourne and
Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell Not only is the food amazing and very good value
the surroundings are so cool and unique that you will want to stay for lunch and dinner
too
Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
Top 5 Coolest Areas Worth
Exploring In London
20 Awesome Weekend Break Ideas
In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
C O M M E N T
N A M E
E M A I L
W E B S I T E
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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THE 10 Best
Things To Do In
Lyon France (+
2 Day Itinerary
Suggestions)
The 5 Best
Sunday Roasts
In Nottingham
Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
France Part 2 ndash
Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
Things To Do In
Oxford
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Not particularly exceptional from the outside you could easily miss this place but once
inside itrsquos a feast for the eyes as well as your belly Locals are well aware of their magical
local brunch spot but being an area of London off the beaten path itrsquos a bit of a secret
place unless yoursquore in the know
Floral is the focus and with beautiful botanical prints everywhere you could easily be in
your wealthy grandmarsquos crittal garden room complete with silverware and butler Order
the smashed avocado on toast and a second cup of coffee just so you can linger a while To
beat the locals to a table you might want to book ahead of time
Incidentally the Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings even have a hidden bar in their
basement too ndash another little gem and London secret
For more recommendations of the best places to eat in London check out my other blog post
13 The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town Hidden Bar Spitalfields
How could this be a London hidden gems post without including at least one secret bar
And the prize position goes to The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town A stonersquos throw from
Spitalfields market this hidden basement bar is the perfect spot to avoid the crowds and
hole up for the evening with one of Londonrsquos secrets tucked under your hat Attached to
the diner Breakfast Club you make your entrance through a fridge door and exit through
the loos ndash the bit in between is up to you but make sure it involves a lot of cocktails
Irsquove been in a few hidden bars in London and in fact several other Breakfast Club
locations have more hidden bars to their name but none so friendly as this one ndash we even
received a hug from the guy on the bar who seemed so pleased to see us again Order the
nachorsquos and make yourself comfortable there is no need to move on from this cosy secret
London location
14 Leadenhall Market
Off the beaten path London has so much to offer after yoursquove seen the main tourist
attractions You could combine a trip to Leadenhall Market with a visit to the Tower of
London or our other hidden gems St Dunstanrsquos In The East and the Royal Exchange
Better known as Diagon Alley to Harry Potter fans Leadenhall market is more than a film
location The architecture is stunning at this 19th-century market with its colourful
wrought iron and glass structure Nowadays itrsquos a meeting point for after-work drinkers
who spill out into the passageways and also a spot for retail therapy but the history of
one of the oldest markets in London is fascinating
A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
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Exploring In London
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In The UK
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P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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A celebrated character in Leadenhall during the 18th century was lsquoOld Tomrsquo a goose
which managed to survive the slaughtering of 34000 of his fellow geese He became a
great favourite in the market and was fed at the local inns After his death in 1835 at the
age of 38 he lay in state in the market and was buried there
Leadenhall Market is part of the Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour with GET YOUR GUIDE
where you can walk in the steps of your favourite wizards and discover more lesser known
treasures of the Harry Potter world A 5 star reviewed tour for sure
15 The Counting House Pub
Probably the most beautiful London pub in all of the city dripping in 19th-century
decadence The locals have it nailed as the best place for a pie and a pint but tourists pass
it by not realizing what London gem lies inside
The Counting House was built in 1893 as a banking hall but the foundations of the
building sit on the north wall of a 2000 year old Roman basilica It was the Roman
equivalent of Westminster and being the largest basilica north of the alps its size
demonstrates the importance of Londinium to the Romans
Pies are local and handmade and there are several cask ales on offer You can even book a
nights stay too in this London hidden gem ndash why donrsquot you check out their bank themed
hotel rooms here
16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
Top 5 Coolest Areas Worth
Exploring In London
20 Awesome Weekend Break Ideas
In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
C O M M E N T
N A M E
E M A I L
W E B S I T E
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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Lyon France (+
2 Day Itinerary
Suggestions)
The 5 Best
Sunday Roasts
In Nottingham
Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
France Part 2 ndash
Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
Things To Do In
Oxford
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CityTripping
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Wonderful
Copenhagen
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16 Little Venice
There are no gondolarsquos and you wonrsquot get ripped off for icecream but you can stroll canals
till your heartrsquos content Few people realize that hidden away a short distance from
Regents Park and Paddington Station is the secret London neighbourhood Little Venice ndash
a collection of houseboats and a cafe on the Regents Canal
Itrsquos certainly a different side of London that you wouldnrsquot think yoursquod see Whilst the world
passes by quickly up there on the street life saunters on to the sound of lapping water and
quacking ducks down here on the canal Itrsquos probably one of the most interesting walks
you can take in London and great for kids if you carry on as far as the London Zoo Itrsquos one
of the earliest London hidden gems we ever came across and yet it still remains tranquil
serene and elusive to most tourists
Stop at the triangular pool to visit the cafes and art gallery or even book yourself a night
on the floating hotel The Rembrandt Gardens is one of those rare secrets of London that
offers a place for the perfect picnic away from the crowds
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
Top 5 Coolest Areas Worth
Exploring In London
20 Awesome Weekend Break Ideas
In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
Your email address will not be published Required fields are marked
C O M M E N T
N A M E
E M A I L
W E B S I T E
N OT I F Y M E O F F O L LO W- U P C O M M E N T S B Y E M A I L
23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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Search hellipR E C E N TP O S T S
THE 10 Best
Things To Do In
Lyon France (+
2 Day Itinerary
Suggestions)
The 5 Best
Sunday Roasts
In Nottingham
Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
France Part 2 ndash
Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
Things To Do In
Oxford
R E C E N TC O M M E N T S
CityTripping
travel linky -
mummytravels
on Wonderful
Wonderful
Copenhagen
CityTripping
travel linky -
mummytravels
on Bilbao With
Kids ndash 2 Days Of
Fun
CityTripping
travel linky -
mummytravels
on The 10 Best
Secret Spots In
Rome ndash Sshh
CityTripping
travel linky -
mummytravels
on
Neighbourhoods
Of Venice ndash A
Guide To All Six
Districts
CityTripping
travel linky -
mummytravels
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Guided Walking
Tour Of
M E TA
Log in
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Comments feed
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N OT I F Y M E O F N E W P O S T S B Y E M A I L
P O S T C O M M E N T
Nottingham
Londonrsquos Hidden Gems Map
Itrsquos a lot easier with a map isnrsquot it So when yoursquore looking for the best hidden gems in
London just click on the location or click on the little arrow in the top left corner to see
the index Therersquos also the option to share our London hidden gems map with others too ndash
but donrsquot spread the word too far or these secret places wonrsquot remain a secret for long
There you have it ndash some of the best London hidden gems yoursquoll come across London off
the beaten path is a wonderful place travel deeper and enjoy the hidden city And let us
know if you find anymore of Londonrsquos secrets too
For more information about some of the main London neighbourhoods and what they
have to offer click here
pin for laterhellip
15 Comments
City Break england hidden gems London
Related
Top 5 Coolest Areas Worth
Exploring In London
20 Awesome Weekend Break Ideas
In The UK
Exploring Spitalfields And Brick
Lane London
P R E V I O U S P O S T
SUFFOLK ndash The Perfect Short Break
N E X T P O S T
The Complete Istria Travel Guide (Top Towns Best Food amp Hotels)
A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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A D D YO U R S
5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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5th July 2019 at 1118 pm
Irsquoll certainly be picking off a few of these gems next time I go to Laaaandaaaaaan Taaaaaaarn ndash I feel so untraveled
and havenrsquot heard of most of these
JA N E TAY LO R says Reply
29th May 2019 at 852 pm
Love all of these My mother and I stumbled across the Silver Vaults on a grey day in the 70s it still sparkles
FarawayFiles
C AT H E R I N E rsquo S C U LT U R A L W E D N E S DAY S says Reply
29th May 2019 at 855 pm
What a place eh Bet it hasnrsquot changed a bit either
A L E X says Reply
29th May 2019 at 409 pm
An excellent article that I will be referring to comprehensively during our next trip to London Irsquove never been to
ANY of these places Given the recent press coverage I am not entirely sure that the Sultan of Brunei is such a ldquonice
guyrdquo but it is great that he has opened up his gardens to the public o)
Greetings from Luxembourg and farawayfiles
J O N N Y ( DA I S Y T H E B U S ) says Reply
29th May 2019 at 411 pm
Nice in the horticultural way maybe Thanks for the lovely comment hope you manage to see a few gems on
your next trip
A L E X says Reply
27th May 2019 at 306 pm
What a fabulous post Alex Yoursquove covered so much from hidden parks to artistic homes to staircases to pubs ndash and
to Little Venice I had no idea London had such a one I learned so much in this post and saving it for my next visit
(whenever that may be) Thanks for linking up this informative post with farawayfiles
C O R E Y | F I F I + H O P says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
Leave a Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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Beach Thassos
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A City Guide ndash
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25th May 2019 at 1106 am
Wow seeing no5 The Vaults brought back some memories I remember visiting there when Banksy did the Cans
Festival in 2008
Some great places included in this post Postmanrsquos Park is a lovely to visit farawayfiles
JA N I S says Reply
25th May 2019 at 1150 am
Thatrsquos cool you saw that in 2008 sad I missed it I think thatrsquos when it all started after that
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 115 pm
This is a great list of hidden things to do in London I love St Dunstans In The East ndash I almost feel like a cool person
going there
PAU L H E A LY says Reply
24th May 2019 at 116 pm
Haha ndash tell me about it
A L E X says Reply
24th May 2019 at 819 am
This is a fantastic post am saving for my next trip to London I recently did Little Venice for the first time in yonks
and itrsquos marvellous
farawayfiles
N I C O L A says Reply
24th May 2019 at 824 am
Oh thank you Yes probably not all hidden gems for bloggers as wersquore used to travelling deeper but hopefully
therersquos still a few on the list people havenrsquot been to
A L E X says Reply
S H A RO N says Reply
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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The 5 Best
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In Nottingham
Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
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Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
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23rd May 2019 at 1045 pm
Some amazing new hidden treasure s to visit next time we go What a great review of some lovely places
23rd May 2019 at 503 pm
I must know too much about London because 90 of these Irsquove heard of and a few Irsquove already been to but I am in
LOVE with the Counting Pub Definitely gonna go there now when we are in London in July FarawayFiles
C A L I F O R N I A G LO B E T ROT T E R says Reply
23rd May 2019 at 511 pm
Well yoursquore probably used to searching out the gems Itrsquos amazing how many just stick to the main attractions
A L E X says Reply
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The 5 Best
Sunday Roasts
In Nottingham
Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
France Part 2 ndash
Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
Things To Do In
Oxford
R E C E N TC O M M E N T S
CityTripping
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mummytravels
on Wonderful
Wonderful
Copenhagen
CityTripping
travel linky -
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on Bilbao With
Kids ndash 2 Days Of
Fun
CityTripping
travel linky -
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on The 10 Best
Secret Spots In
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CityTripping
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The 5 Best
Sunday Roasts
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Island View
Villa ndash Golden
Beach Thassos
Our Summer
Road-Trip To
France Part 2 ndash
Alsace Towns
A City Guide ndash
The 10 Best
Things To Do In
Oxford
R E C E N TC O M M E N T S
CityTripping
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Wonderful
Copenhagen
CityTripping
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CityTripping
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CityTripping
travel linky -
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