Golden leaves blanket royal parks while blockbuster art and film festivals energize cool evenings. Days stay comfortable for walks, though showers pop up suddenly—carry a compact umbrella. Book major exhibitions early, and time museum visits during school-term weekdays to skip half-term lines later in the month.
Pack a mini fold-up umbrella and quick-dry shoes—showers pass fast but pavements puddle.
Use off-peak Oyster cap (£8.10) and ride buses top-deck for foliage views between parks.
Reserve Frieze or Film-Festival tickets when released in August; walk-up chances are slim.
Half-term lines hit museums Oct 25–31; visit big attractions before 10 am or after 3 pm.
Many pubs add seasonal game dishes—ask bartenders for “shooters’ specials” rather than sticking to standard fish-and-chips.
Layers beat heavy coats; Tube stations stay warm even when outside feels brisk
Expect weekend engineering works on suburban rails—check TfL Go app nightly.
Diwali and Halloween events close adjacent roads; budget extra travel time and walk the last stretch
Make the most of London’s festive atmosphere with London Hop-on Hop-off bus tour.
Save on top attractions and festive activities with an all-inclusive London City Card.
Expect light showers most weeks, but downpours rarely last hours. Carry a compact umbrella and explore museums when clouds burst.
Yes—temperatures stay around 15 °C. Parks glow with color, and boat cruises run normal schedules; just bring a windproof layer.
Hotel and flight prices drop about 20 % after mid-month, except during half-term week. Book early for the best central deals.
Tower of London , Sky Garden, and Warner Bros Studio still sell out. Reserve at least two weeks ahead.
Smart-casual works everywhere. Bring a light coat or blazer; many bars keep windows open for ventilation.
Night Tube runs Fri–Sat on five lines; otherwise use 24-hour buses or licensed rideshares. Check last train times before midnight.
Yes—look for themed tours, Tower of London lates, and costume nights in Shoreditch clubs around Oct 31.
Absolutely. London mains water is safe; refill bottles at museum fountains or pub taps.
Nearly all shops, markets, and transit accept contactless payments; cash is only essential for a few small traders.
Short-crust parcels stuffed with pheasant and venison appear on pub menus once shooting season starts. Rich gravy comforts chilly nights.
Where to eat: The Jugged Hare, 49 Chiswell St.
Market stalls coat tart Bramley slices in molten sugar, then wrap them in buttered crêpes—perfect hand-warmer snack.
Where to eat: Borough Market, Southwark
Craft brewers spice small-batch ales with cinnamon and nutmeg; limited kegs tap out fast—order halves to sample widely.
Where to drink: The Craft Beer Co., Clerkenwell.
Yorkshire oat-ginger cake reaches peak stickiness after resting a week; cafés serve slices with clotted-cream scoops.
Where to eat: Konditor, 159 Gray’s Inn Rd.
