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Experience London

King’s is right at the heart of London, one of the world’s most dynamic and vibrant cities. 

Voted the world’s best student city by QS Best Student Cities 2019, London is home to iconic landmarks and world-famous parks, globally renowned libraries, theatres and museums, and leading tech, business and research centres.

Make sure you take the time to explore the city around you and enjoy everything London has to offer during your time at King’s.

Whilst London is beginning to open-up again, some of these recommendations may not be fully open just yet. As you explore our wonderful capital city, please make sure to follow the UK Government’s guidelines.

To help you make the most of London we’ve pulled together our top picks for places to visit and explore across the capital, as well as a round up of the best foodie havens, green spaces and study hotspots close to our five campuses.

food-and-drink

Food and drink

From restaurants to markets, street food to cafés. Here are our picks for when you're peckish.

culture

Culture

Our picks of the best museums, concerts, performances and galleries

shopping

Shopping

Whether you're hunting for bargains or going all-out on some retail therapy, we've got you covered.

green spaces

Green spaces

Almost half of London is public green space. Here are our favourite parks and gardens.

sport

Sport

From Wimbledon and Lord's to Wembley, our guide to London's iconic sporting venues.