Things to do and see in London
There's never a shortage of exciting things to try or new places to explore in London.
Culture and the Knowledge Quarter
London offers you an unrivalled range of culture, history, art and leisure.
UCL’s Bloomsbury campus is in the ‘Knowledge Quarter’ of London, which includes over 75 academic, research, cultural, media and technology institutions large and small – from Google to the British Library.
As part of East Bank, UCL East is part of the UK’s newest cultural quarter with new facilities opening across 2025 and 2026.
Discover events at the British Museum in the Knowledge Quarter
Our London locations make visits to some of the world’s best-known museums and cultural and scientific institutions an easy choice. Students can enjoy free or discounted exhibitions and lectures.
Discover UCL East in the UK's newest Cultural Quarter
As part of East Bank UCL East occupies the 'Cultural Quarter' with Sadler’s Wells East, BBC Music, V&A East and UAL’s London College of Fashion.
Sports and Leisure
Play or watch your favourite sport? Spend your leisure time at a leisurely pace?
Whatever you love to do, London spoils you for choice.
Cycling at Lee Valley Velopark
Get involved with all kinds of cycling disciplines and the indoor cycling studio in the heart of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Swim at the London Aquatics Centre
Go for a dip at this facility used as a main venue for the London 2012 Olympics, designed by Zaha Hadid.
Grand Slam tennis at Wimbledon
Witness the world's best at The Championships at Wimbledon in the summer.
Test and one-day cricket at The Oval
Check out a packed schedule of world class cricket at The Oval.
Live music and performance venues
London is a hub of art and performance and is home to one of the worlds most vibrant music scenes.
Broaden your cultural horizons and enjoy a vibrant social life.
Cinemas
Cinemas abound, from Premiers at Leicester Square to the Prince Charles cinema.
Dance and nightlife
Experience new and exciting dance performances at Sadler’s Wells East, or take to the dancefloor yourself at clubs such as Fabric, Heaven and XOYO, for an epic night out.
Theatre
The world-famous West End offers a huge variety of plays and musicals.
Live music
Check out gig circuit staples like the Roundhouse and O2 Academy Brixton and larger venues such as the London Stadium, O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium.
