Spring is a time of renewal, and London is no exception. With the warmer weather and beautiful blooms, there is plenty to do and see in the city. This year, there are even more exciting events and exhibitions to attend, making it a great time to visit.
From new restaurant openings to fun events, there is something for everyone in London this spring. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, there are plenty of opportunities to explore the city and discover all that it has to offer. So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to dive in and experience the best of London this spring.
Contents
- 1 Things to Do This Spring in London
- 1.1 Head to a Galaxy Far Far Away
- 1.2 Hit Up a Food Festival…
- 1.3 … Or a Music Festival
- 1.4 See What Luxury Looked Like in Ancient Persia
- 1.5 Celebrate the Coronation
- 1.6 Drink the Bermondsey Beer Mile Dry
- 1.7 Attend the Horniman Museum’s Spring Fair
- 1.8 See London’s Sky Filled with Hot Air Balloons
- 1.9 Check Out London’s Design Biennale
- 1.10 Head to one of London’s Hottest New Restaurants
- 2 Spring in London: Practical Information and Map
Key Takeaways
- London has plenty to offer in the spring, with an abundance of events and exhibitions to attend.
- From new restaurant openings to beautiful blooms, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
- Whether you’re a local or a tourist, spring is a great time to explore the city and discover all that London has to offer.
Things to Do This Spring in London
Head to a Galaxy Far Far Away
From April 19th to June 18th, Londoners can experience a unique exhibition of Star Wars memorabilia at a galaxy far far away in South Kensington. The exhibition showcases the largest collection of Star Wars memorabilia in the known universe, featuring over 600 individual items, including life-size figurines, costumes, photos, and movie posters. Fans of the franchise will not want to miss the fan-focused exhibition, where many of the items on display have been collected and exhibited by fans themselves. Visitors can explore a recreation of the rebel base on Hoth and see a 16 ft long Jabba the Hutt model. Tickets can be purchased online.
Hit Up a Food Festival…
From April 25th to 30th, London’s Marylebone Food Festival is back, offering a five-day eating spree. The event kicks off with food writer and gourmet guru Jay Rayner and some of Marylebone’s top chefs hosting wine-paired seven-course dinners. The following days are taken up with some of Marylebone’s best restaurants and bars holding supper clubs, tastings, themed-nights, and masterclasses. Best of all, the proceeds from the tickets go to The Food Chain, a charity dedicated to helping people with HIV get the nutritious food they need. Tickets go on sale on March 21st and usually sell out quickly.
… Or a Music Festival
Spring is the perfect time for music festivals, and London has plenty of them. Mighty Hoopla, NTS’ One Day, and Christine and Queens’ Meltdown Festival at the Southbank are just a few of the festivals that have already released their tickets and headline acts. For more information, check out the festival guide.
See What Luxury Looked Like in Ancient Persia
From May 4th to August 13th, the British Museum is hosting an exhibition titled Luxury and Power: Persia to Greece. The exhibition showcases a range of stunning artifacts from Afghanistan to Greece that span a 500-year history and tell the story of wealth and luxury as a political tool in Persia. Visitors can revise the story of the Persian Empire and the reaction to its wealth experienced by the relatively humble Greeks during the Persian Wars. The exhibition challenges the classical interpretation that still holds sway today. Tickets can be purchased online.
Celebrate the Coronation
On May 6th, Charles will be donning the crown for what should be the first time. The coronation weekend offers an extra two hours of open pubs and bars around the country on Friday and Saturday. Visitors can also enjoy an extra bank holiday on May 8th, though not one on the actual day. Tickets can be purchased online.
Drink the Bermondsey Beer Mile Dry
With the warm weather back, Londoners can enjoy outdoor drinking spaces like The Bermondsey Beer Mile, a run of breweries that makes for a perfect day-long pub crawl. The Beer Mile is the ideal place to bring those warm-weather drinking habits in full sloppy style.
Attend the Horniman Museum’s Spring Fair
On April 8th, the Horniman Museum is hosting a spring fair, a wholesome day of good food, sunshine (hopefully), craft workshops, and performances. Comedian Jasmin Gleeson will be presiding over the event with a comic commentary while visitors pick their way through drop-in craft workshops and play games like giant Jenga or putt their way around a mini-golf course. The fair will feature plenty of food on site from many of the local vendors that make up the Horniman’s charming Sunday market. Tickets can be purchased online.
See London’s Sky Filled with Hot Air Balloons
On May 14th, 21st, and July 2nd, the Lord Mayor’s Flotilla is back after a lengthy pandemic-induced hiatus. The event is the hot-air balloon segment of the Lord Mayor’s Show. Heaps of hot air balloons take to the skies at once in a spectacle that is rarely seen over a major city. Visitors will see odd-shaped balloons and others decorated in all kinds of eccentric ways. The event kicks off at 5:30 am.
Check Out London’s Design Biennale
From June 1st to 25th, Somerset House is hosting the fourth edition of its annual design biennale. The event is a gathering of the design world’s boundary pushers that will take over the entirety of Somerset house for a near-month long exhibition of design works. Much of the works are drawn from research departments of top universities and focus on how design can help push the boundaries of what we consider possible in the future. Tickets can be purchased online.
Head to one of London’s Hottest New Restaurants
London has recently been blessed with an influx of wonderful new restaurants opening up. Socca is one of them, serving
Spring in London: Practical Information and Map
Spring in London officially runs from March 20th to June 21st. However, the weather in the UK is notoriously unpredictable, and temperatures in London during spring remain fairly cold. While the latter half of the season may see temperatures rise slightly, visitors should not expect temperatures to exceed 18 degrees Celsius.
Visitors to London during spring should pack a light jacket and an umbrella, as well as a sensible pair of shoes if they plan on doing a lot of walking. London is typically busy during the spring, with an influx of tourists as the weather warms up. It is advisable to plan ahead and book accommodations and attractions in advance to avoid crowds and ensure availability.
For those looking to explore London during the spring, it may be helpful to refer to a map of the city. Many popular attractions, such as Buckingham Palace and the London Eye, are located in central London and can easily be accessed via public transportation. Visitors can also take advantage of walking tours and hop-on, hop-off bus tours to explore the city.