Nine visually striking things to do in London

This interactive gallery takes your favourite art to a whole new level. Lose yourself in the four unique galleries at Frameless, each offering hypnotic visuals paired with a bespoke score. We recommend comfortably taking your time, so you can fully explore the 42 masterpieces from 29 of the world’s most iconic artists, each reimagined beyond belief, through cutting-edge technology. Take this opportunity to ‘go frameless’ too, by wearing your ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day Contact Lenses.
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The Southbank Centre often has exciting exhibitions, but this one comes from a particularly interesting artist. ‘Haegue Yang: Leap Year’ is an inventive multisensory experience with installations and sculptures unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Carefully weaving connections between disparate histories, cultures, and traditions, as well as its unusual figures and structures, are sure to leave you feeling inspired.
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Did you know there’s an extraordinarily high free viewing platform in London? Offering 360-degree views of the city and its most iconic landmarks, Horizon 22 can be found on Level 58 of 22 Bishopsgate, and it’s really quite breathtaking. With its vast vistas spanning east London and beyond, you may just be able to see your house from up there.
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Speaking of travelling to new heights, Lift 109 will take you up to the top of one of London’s most recognisable sights without any legwork. Glide up to the top of one of Battersea’s iconic chimneys, following a constellation of lights as you go, until you’re up 109 metres at the top. From there, you’ll get to take in a panoramic view that’s made for impromptu photoshoots.
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Greenwich Park is one of London’s most beloved, with good reason. Hike up to the Observatory and you’ll gaze over the rest of the Royal Museums from the peak of the park, with a uniquely impressive cityscape as the backdrop. And, if you happen to time it right, you could just catch London lighting up with fireworks for its annual Bonfire Night or New Year’s Eve festivities – make sure you stay comfortable and bring a blanket.
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The venue truly is one of London’s most dazzling: it is a Grade-I-listed building, with beautiful modern additions. And, if you want to see a world-class production of an opera or ballet, there's no better place to do it than the Royal Opera House. The Young RBO scheme (for 16-25-year-olds) and the Friday rush tickets allow you to get in at a fraction of the price. And with ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day Contact Lenses, you can watch the show with visual clarity^§ – no mini binoculars needed.
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You can’t deny how striking the Barbican’s brutalist architecture is. But if you wander for long enough among the concrete blocks and harsh angles, you’ll stumble into a gasp-inducing tropical paradise. Home to over 2,000 plant species, including towering palms and ferns, it’s a luscious green oasis, tucked away from the building’s dramatic grey exterior.
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Who knew London had caves? Tucked away about 30 metres below ground, Chislehurst’s man-made chalk caves were carved out by Druids, Saxons and Romans, but over the years they’ve been used for everything from being a WWII bomb shelter to an underground music venue Jimi Hendrix once played in. Book yourself in for a unique, underground tour of the Druid Altar, the Caves Church and the Haunted Pool, all by torchlight.
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This former home of famed Victorian artist Frederic Lord Leighton is a wonder of interior decoration. A treasure trove of antique furnishings, carefully curated artwork and jewel-tone colour schemes, it’ll have you gasping in awe when roaming into various rooms. The iconic Arab Hall is a particular draw, with its indoor fountain and ancient tiles. It’s a relaxing spot for wandering around and enjoying beautiful scenery, especially on a rainy day.
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