Top things to do in London as a solo traveller 💁🏽‍♀️

[@AllyMcLesbian]

Solo London = two of my favourite things at once.

[@loveandlondon]

😎😎😎😎

[@Vid.186]

😄

[@EC_123-h8i]

I was solo when I visited London for the first time in 2019. It was also the first time I'd ever left the US. I was nervous, but it was the best decision I ever made. There's something really freeing about figuring out a foreign country on your own, and being able to do what you want, whenever you feel like it.

[@loveandlondon]

Couldn't agree more! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Magic_beans_]

That’s basically the psychology behind boot camps and other rites of passage. Put someone in a situation where their regular attitudes and skills just will not cut it, and they’ll be forced to adapt. With a bit of support and guidance, they’ll adapt in a way that makes them more capable and confident.

[@ems9097]

this is going to be me in a few months time!

[@roberttucker1710]

@@loveandlondon 6:26 years

[@a.humphries8678]

​@@ems9097me too!! Yay!

[@Natalie_Explores]

My first solo trip was to London in 2019, and it was INCREDIBLE. I'm going back again solo this April.

[@loveandlondon]

Nice !!

[@petmommacooks]

going there next week for my 1st solo trip!

[@gth_Jeff1229]

I'm also going to London in July as my first solo trip abroad~

[@andreschavez9671]

Going solo at the end of the month. Any recommendations?

[@a.humphries8678]

​@@petmommacookshow was it??? I'm going in a few weeks!

[@d.c.127]

I would add all of the wonderful free museums and galleries in London are a great solo activity!

[@cecylia8636]

JUST returned from London, like yesterday night, and totally recommend going to a show!! Went to see the phantom of the opera and I cried my eyes out, totally didn't feel alone as I was 100% focused on the show!

[@richardmccarthy9580]

I was at Phantom recently…. Principally because the Phantom actor is on a short 7 week stint….I saw the same actor 11 years ago when the show was on tour.. was so good went to see him twice more including last night of tour. This time round just as good. Favourite musical in west end

[@TheUluxian]

I saw "The Play That Goes Wrong" at the Duchess on NYE. Absolutely Hilarious!

[@loveandlondon]

Lovely!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@michelleoverall7269]

I am going to London as a solo travel for the first time in August. I've been very nervous but appreciate you videos, helps me prepare for my adventure! Can't wait to explore

[@loveandlondon]

You'll have a great time ❤️❤️

[@Stand663]

I’ve always loved solo touring, because you can go at your own pace and take in London’s very rich history. Thank you for planned routine, it’s what I needed, because there’s so much things to do and see in London, the vastness of it all can be overwhelming. Love your channel. Keep up the good work ❤❤

[@loveandlondon]

Yes it's great isn't it :) also if you want more help planning your itinerary have a look at our pre-made ones! Shop.loveandlondon.com

[@tomekiriazi8736]

I came to London solo less than two weeks ago and had a great time. I hope to return soon, and thank you for the fantastic guides, which really helped me plan my days.

[@loveandlondon]

Amazing, you're so welcome

[@frappuccino68]

I have been coming to London regularly (from Germany) for the past 30 (!) years, with a three year hiatus (not only because of COVID, but also because I was bummed because of Brexit). I just returned from a fun two-and-a-half days and despite some mobility issues, I still think it is a great city for solo travellers! 💕

[@loveandlondon]

Great to hear it ❤️❤️❤️

[@a.humphries8678]

Glad to hear this. Would love tips or recommendations. I'm going alone, and also have mobility issues.

[@Jeevesie1988]

Went to London solo on holiday for a week last year. Had so much fun I'm going back alone for TWO weeks in August. Very glad to have found this video (and the channel in general). :)

[@loveandlondon]

Fun!! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@tinawhynot8893]

Great tips Jess - I am a frequent solo traveller and I totally agree about the theatre, I have done it in London and in NYC and love it!

[@loveandlondon]

Lovely! Thanks for watching Tina

[@g.970]

I’ve done solo trips to London over the past 25 years. I love solo travel. It’s how I met a great London family and we’ve been friends ever since. Attending their daughter’s wedding this summer

[@loveandlondon]

Fun!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@traceefitzpatrick1093]

I just came back from my first ever London trip. It was my FAVORITE European city I have ever traveled to. I’ll be noting all of these for my return trip (which I am already planning!)

[@loveandlondon]

Love to hear it ❤️❤️

[@VanesaLaura30]

I went to London by myself...best time of my life. ❤

[@loveandlondon]

😎😎😎😎

[@chearahendry1502]

I’m going in July for the first time as a solo adventure, and as an adult. I’m both nervous but I’m also looking forward to it, thank you for your videos they’ve helped me know what to expect and how to plan for what I’ll be doing.

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@violetacruz6137]

Same here, going solo in July too

[@swaRelaxing]

i love London....

[@angi7759]

i am going to travel to london solo in under 2 months and i'm so excited but nervous at the same time and your videos are helping me so much

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@annaontour4346]

I'm in London as a solo traveler right now and this video helps me, too (like all your other videos I watched before) 😊

[@loveandlondon]

Hope you're having fun 😘

[@arlenaholmes]

This is a GREAT video!!! I will refer to this as a guide in the future!!! It's looks really good too!

[@loveandlondon]

Great! Thanks for watching 😎

[@carolinetaylor5594]

I also love going to Harrods Food Hall, grabbing some nice food and walking over to Hyde Park and having your own solo picnic at a park bench.

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@carolinetaylor5594]

@nickyl8980 oh but some of the made up fresh foods are great. As well as the fresh squeezed juices and the baked goods. 🥰

[@donothingbehappy]

Wow, this is a phenomenal list of things to do! Much appreciated! I'll be traveling solo this month!

[@loveandlondon]

Have a great time ❤️

[@jyishika]

My first trip to London was a solo trip. It was also my first international trip. I loved it so much I'm coming this winter solo again.

[@loveandlondon]

Love it❤️

[@a.humphries8678]

Did you go?

[@meisterduedel]

I'm currently planning for my solo trip to London in September next year. I'm equally both excited and terrified because this will be my first ever solo trip.

[@loveandlondon]

Nice! No need to be scared. Be sure to grab my guides and you'll have a great trip! shop.loveandlondon.com

[@davisjtc]

Awesome ideas. Planning a solo trip to London and other areas of the UK for a couple of years down the road. Your content is helpful and inspiring, thank you!

[@loveandlondon]

Nice! You're very welcome. Be sure to look at our guides for your trip too: shop.loveandlondon.com

[@TifaL20]

Cool. Im planning to go in November for the first time solo. Im pretty excited.

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️

[@natalyaroberts1998]

I had a fun time in London May 2024. I saved very hard because I thought it would be so expensive, ended up coming home with leftover money that I didn’t spend on my trip. Food is quite affordable actually and transport is amazing.

[@loveandlondon]

Yes, if you know where to go food can be affordable! And coming home from a trip with leftover money? Best feeling!!

[@Tom-vb5jo]

Superb as always Jess, you're a fantastic ambassador for our city

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Nobody-dp5xo]

Ive visited London few times, couple of them solo. I love travelling solo, you have to think everything that could go wrong but its also so much fun! Im hoping to go again this summer i just wanna avoid the coronation chaos.

[@loveandlondon]

Good thinking 😎

[@jamestaylor3811]

Yay, the mittens are back! Another ace video, Jess.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks 😎😎😎

[@nadegemorceau8399]

I've just seen the title of the video and I say : it's a video for me !

[@loveandlondon]

😎😎😎😎

[@JohnJames-kw5de]

Thanks Jess. Looking very cool in your sunglasses 😍

[@destiny_demon]

Gonna be there in one week from September 2nd to September 9th. First time solo trip with 22 years. It will be a whole new freedom for me

[@loveandlondon]

Have a lovely time! Be sure to grab our Casual Tourist Guides so you can wander like a local: shop.loveandlondon.com/collections/casual-tourist-guides-to-london

[@ahsanbasha3553]

Great video. I solo travel in London often. Agree with Little Venice... lovely walk. Keeping a book handy (and a small umbrella). I'll put the conservatory on my menu. Apart from theater, recommend improv clubs (The Angel, etc) as there's good back and forth to get you connected.

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️

[@lorettabertoli3736]

Going to a theatre in London alone is awesome! Ive done many times in a row some years ago and I liked it so much! Bought last minute tickets at tkts and went to see Wicked, the 39 steps and another play. I am an art/museum junkie and for a rainy day I would recommend visiting one of the awesome museum London has! you just can't go wrong and many of them are free ...

[@loveandlondon]

nice! :)

[@K9Raju]

I love visiting London on my own. LOVE that you mentioned a walk along the canal! Yes! It's the best. My favorite walk was from Broadway Market to Islington; the vibe was great. I stopped along the way for a couple pints -- yeah worth it! -- even though it was March and the weather was suboptimal. Just wandering around in general is a perk in London.

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@richardmccarthy9580]

Also taking a book is great idea - I often took a book when working solo in Paris. As well as more pleasurable than staring at a phone screen it’s a signal to everyone around what language you speak.

[@loveandlondon]

Great tip!

[@Studiovette]

Not one to travel solo but love your videos and used a lot of your ideas and recommendations from other videos while we were there last week. Thank you!

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@richardmccarthy9580]

Good grief I was going to recommend river buses before you mentioned. (Best to go at dusk/evening when quieter and see the city lights) And yes TodayTix great for online day “rush” tickets. Plus absolute top tip : when they are released at 10am tickets may often sell out very quickly and you will feel deflated…..but and it’s a big but they are not sold but provisionally held for say 7 mins. If the first person doesn’t buy them they will then come back on sale. This is precisely what I did recently to see Best of Enermies….you need a bit of luck and resilience but trust me you may strike lucky

[@bubblybee2239]

I super recommend taking a regent's canal waterbus if you're in little venice! the tour guides are super lovely and funny. if you take the eastbound boat you get dropped off right in the middle of camden market. I'm also obsessed with seven dials market. the vibes are incredible and the food is * chef's kiss * we went 3 times in the 6 days we were in london ahaha

[@loveandlondon]

Love to hear it ❤️❤️❤️

[@abigailgerlach5443]

I booked a ticket that I've wanted for years and years. I booked a ticket for The Globe Theater. I'm so giddy with excitement I may just come apart at the seams. (after the performance, naturally!)

[@loveandlondon]

Have fun :)

[@indiagoncalves9343]

Awesome tips. Thank you, Jess!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching !

[@allyson1691]

Do ALL the things even if you’re on your own. That shouldn’t stop anyone from living fully. 💖

[@loveandlondon]

Couldn't agree more!

[@harryhall197]

I'm going to be in London, solo, in July. Thank you for your tips! I love the water bus idea, will definitely do that. Also, I will surely go and see a show. Thank you again!

[@loveandlondon]

You're so welcome ! ❤️

[@kyles3604]

I want to go to London in October for my birthday but sadly don’t have anyone to go with :/ watching these videos hoping I can find the courage to go by myself

[@loveandlondon]

Go for it!!

[@gunner6934]

Did London solo over Christmas and your guides helped a lot so thanks for doing this..also totally listened to Taylor Swift and fell in love with the city 😂

[@loveandlondon]

Yassssss😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@anlerden4851]

I love London so much like You Dear Jess.😊😇🥰😍🤗

[@wernerelble5415]

Thank's for all, Jess. Always nice. Like it

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@VenusDeMilitant]

Thank you for this information.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching!

[@acbc3543]

London ! Wait for me ! I’ll be there in May ! All by myself ! I love traveling by myself !

[@loveandlondon]

It'll be here 😎😎😎

[@cha_977]

I'm trying to find where the Thames Clipper leaves from Richmond, but the furthest west I'm seeing is Putney.

[@earleyriser1967]

Yes I spotted that too. You can clearly see from the map at 5:25 that the western end is Putney and not Richmond.

[@loveandlondon]

It's Putney 👍

[@samphonique]

Great tips here! I like to add mine: let people give recommendations to YOU! By talking to a street performer in Covent Garden, I ended up at a try out night at Top Secret Comedy Club (£1 entry!), where I met great people who took me to the super exclusive Soho House after the show. Definitely some solo travel magic! ✨️

[@loveandlondon]

And buy our travel guides (that comedy club is in them) 😎 Shop.loveandlondon.com

[@kimroxs125]

I’m flying in Monday for a solo trip! Great timing Jess 🥰

[@loveandlondon]

Fab! Have a great time ❤️

[@psmarianna]

Talk about timingg, my solo trip to London is in 2 days! SO helpful!!

[@loveandlondon]

Perfect ! Have a great time ❤️

[@mathi79]

Omg I'm finding this video just in time... I learned yesterday my trip to London planned next week-end went from me & my mom to me alone because my mom has health issues :( so I had to rethink of what to do on my own! I had already planned the Little Venice/Regent's Canal walk + a musical (The Lion King) so I'm glad to find out you recommend it as well ^^ Just a bit sad I'll end up visiting the Warner Bros Studios alone, but I'm overall really excited to experience my first solo trip in a foreign country :)

[@loveandlondon]

Have a great time! If you want more of our reccs or one of our itineraries you can find our top guides here: shop.loveandlondon.com

[@neiltaylor6645]

My aunt and uncle used to live near Little Venice

[@jameslanaghan93]

The riverboats were actually built in my home city of Southampton

[@Jan.99]

You informative, you're London Star!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching!

[@Paseosguiados]

Thank you very much!!

[@JREVY22DECEPTICON416]

Awesome 👌great video very informative 👏keep up the good content 😀😀

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@crazyboimatt]

For anyone that wants to go to the cheese bar book the 25 pound all you can eat. You will get 27 differnt options (each options if paid by itself costs between 4-6 pound) so you will literally save 75 pound as we eaily had 100 pounds worth of cheese if it was calculated individually!!

[@loveandlondon]

Wow that's a lot of cheese

[@gearheadgaming1537]

@@loveandlondoni think he means £

[@joits]

I always see these AFTER I return from a trip... it's a skill at this point! LOL.

[@loveandlondon]

😎😎😎

[@gilcimarlima7849]

May would be a good month to travel to London?

[@loveandlondon]

All months have pros and cons !

[@gilcimarlima7849]

@@loveandlondon But is it less hectic?

[@kamillagutierrez9006]

Do you have any videos on a short layover? I’m going to spain in may with a 2.50 min layover in Heathrow. I know it’s not much time but maybe I can hit up a place or two and maybe get something to eat

[@loveandlondon]

That's too little time to do anything :)

[@annashlyakhova2358]

Thanks for a great video :)

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching !

[@TonyShah-i4l]

Are there printed maps available for Tube and buses at Heathrow airport. I plan to use my phone but prefer to have a printed map too?

[@loveandlondon]

Yes!

[@xiaogu00fa]

Hey, Jess can you recommend some cool bookstores in London?

[@loveandlondon]

Well there are a lot but our guides we do! Shop.loveandlondon.com

[@gnhansen29]

The Thames River Boat was the best thing I did when I was in London. Also the canals are interesting as well.

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️

[@rgfitness6425]

Is it ok to use tripod stands on the streets and corners while travelling solo in UK?

[@loveandlondon]

Not in busy areas as people will trip

[@Shangibug]

LOVE YOU❤

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️

[@VERY_VARIOUS_VIDEOS]

Wonderful London! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@KitaRisti]

How to have a affordable smartphone internet access, when coming from abroad? For maps and other stuff mentioned here?

[@loveandlondon]

loveandlondon.com/how-to-use-your-us-phone-in-london/

[@Peteliao]

I am going to London as a Solo Male traveler for my first time in 6 days! The forecast calls for rain the whole week of April 1st so I hope I can go out =(

[@loveandlondon]

Never let a little rain stop ya!

[@DancerGirl755]

This comes out a week late, but i had an amazing time in London 😂

[@loveandlondon]

Haha glad to hear it ❤️

[@timmystauffer9094]

Do you tap twice like the tube or once like the bus, on the river boat?

[@loveandlondon]

Twice. The staff tell you like 15 times you need to tap so you won't miss it I promise 😂

[@timmystauffer9094]

@@loveandlondon I am sure I saw you tap twice but you didn't say in the video is all.

[@matterpedematterpede]

I have a strange question. I really want to travel to London to do a Harry Potter walking tour where they show you filming locations and stuff. But...I have anxiety about people taking my picture. During the tour do you think I would appear in pictures taken by other people on the tour?

[@loveandlondon]

Probably! Just stand to the side though!

[@monmur7952]

I love London and also afternoon tea, but I've struggled to find afternoon tea for solo travelers (tea for one). Any suggestions (Jess or others)?

[@carollewis3912]

I'm visiting London next year with my son who uses a wheelchair. He is non verbal so it's all my preferences. Harrods and a restaurant called Tings in the Shangri-la hotel have afternoon tea. It's per person so I think a solo guest would be fine.

[@loveandlondon]

Hm most afternoon teas you pay per person so you can totally go on your own! We reccomend some in our itineraries: shop.loveandlondon.com

[@Grimjr10]

Hi! I will go to the HP Studio and I was wondering if I can buy tickets in advanced from Euston London to Watford Junction. If yes, could you please tell me where? I found the app trainline but Im not sure if I can trust on it or not, thanks!

[@loveandlondon]

Trainline is completely fine to use!

[@loveandlondon]

We cover how to book trains and such to go out of London in this article: loveandlondon.com/how-to-travel-from-london-to-other-parts-of-the-uk/

[@gina9171]

I have a question please. I am only in London for 24 hours. I will arrive via Heathrow Airport 7am , trying to figure out how to get to my hotel from the airport. It's near Hyde Park leave suitcases rush back to the city to see at least Westminster Abbey and Tower of London. My two favorite things to see. Get back to hotel to leave in am. I don't know how to use the public transportation and do I book tickets now for the sites I want to see? Trip is in May. I feel lost but yet a chance in a lifetime to be there.

[@loveandlondon]

Have a watch of our public transport videos for help but it's very easy !

[@elizabethwilson4822]

Can u do meet up locations? I have 10 people hoping for a full day meet up and we would love to book a little day local but struggling like mad :(

[@loveandlondon]

Don't think we can help with that sorry!

[@brandilaverne8579]

Any good date night ideas???

[@loveandlondon]

Lots of reccs in our guides ❤️ shop.loveandlondon.com

[@joolieboolie64]

Where is this cheese bar, i need it now! 🥺

[@loveandlondon]

Seven dials market !

[@Miss.Weirdo00]

Where I can find the cable car?

[@loveandlondon]

North Greenwich!

[@andrewstorm8240]

Tkts shop in Leicester Sq is pretty good

[@krishnachaitanya9959]

Like your videos

[@kieranmccarthy4407]

Great video and snazzy mittens

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much

[@ziuskoz7631]

The Canal ❤❤❤

[@loveandlondon]

❤️❤️❤️

[@misspurpleswan]

I'll go there solo in 12-27 June.. Wish me luck.. Anyways, i ever heard that there are many thieves there.. Is it true?

[@loveandlondon]

It's a major city, as you should anywhere, keep your valuables in safe places !

[@touhamizaizonn829]

Where can i be there 😢?

[@christianoliver3572]

Those are some big time Jackie O sunglasses

[@MicahMann]

This is awesome! Solo here and coming in May. You’ve been such a massive help planning my trip. BTW do you have a gay friend/cohort that can help make recommendations for a fellow gay coming to enjoy all things London?? ❤ 🌈

[@loveandlondon]

Glad to hear it!! Soho is your area! 🌈🌈🌈 Particularly love Friendly Society (as per an intro from a gay friend!)

[@MicahMann]

@@loveandlondon Thank u!

[@roberttucker1710]

❤

[@jaym7692]

HOW DO I FIND HER, TO WALK ME AROUND!

[@loveandlondon]

Who knows you might bump into me!

[@JohnnieJohnson-ed8dr]

Can 40k be enough for me to move to london for a couple of months at least to find a job

[@Birdieflyaway]

I swear you read people’s minds😂

[@loveandlondon]

😂😂😂😂 😈😈😈😈

[@Birdieflyaway]

😂😅

[@Yellinlotto]

🗣🗣🗣

[@humaira917]

Am I the only one who feels its always windy in London, ruins my hair :'))

[@InfomationHome]

You are American…

[@loveandlondon]

Correct!

[@InfomationHome]

Nice

[@clairec1238]

Dating tips for a solo traveler?? 😆

[@loveandlondon]

Hop on the apps!