WHAT TO DO IN LONDON THIS APRIL

27.02.20 10:23 AM

Would you love some ideas on what to do in London this month? Here are ten things to do in London this April that we think you might like!

FesTeaVal - London, Host Family Stay

1. FesTEAval


From the 13th - 14th of April, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM you can explore national tea day 2019 at this fesTEAval! Some of the activities include experiencing a "Beauteabar" and stepping into Virtual "Realitea" to see a tea garden in Bangladesh. You can also try out new tea brands and buy some tasty tea! 

Price: Ticket is £15.00

Location: Tobacco Quay, Wapping Ln, London E1W 2SF

Underbelly Festival, Host Family Stay

2. Underbelly Festival


It’s the live entertainment company’s 11th festival on South Bank this year and there’s something for everyone - it’s one of the biggest multi arts events in London! Circus, music, dance, children’s shows, theatre, cabaret and comedy can be experienced.

Price: Tickets from £9.50-£23.50

Location: Belvedere Road Coach Park, London, SE1 8XX

Chocolate Cocktail, Host Family Stay

3. The Chocolate Cocktail Club


Chocolate lover? Head out to London's first ever chocolate cocktail bar! A ticket will get you a seat in the bar and one "chocotini" cocktail! The club is open between April the 10th and May the 29th! 

Price: £10 (Tickets must be purchased in the club) 

Location: 202 Brick Ln, Shoreditch, London E1 6SA 

Easter in London, Host Family Stay

4. Easter in London


From the 19th - 22nd of April, you and your family or friends can experience Easter in London this year - there are many events taking place, suitable for both children and adults! There will be plenty of activities such as Easter eggs hunts and fairs. Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt is just one of the many Easter egg hunts in London. Visit the Horniman Easter Fair for even more fun!

Popcorn, Host Family Stay

5. New Cross and Deptford Free Film Festival


This film festival 'encourages community involvement through film' and it's completely free. Movies such as "Into the Wild", "Inside Out" and more will be shown in various locations. 

27th of April - 5th of May 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Price: Free event

Location: Multiple locations

The Scream - Painting, Host Family Stay

6. Edward Munch: Love and Angst


Known for “The Scream” and a painter that in some cases could be referred to as 'Norway's answer to Vincent Van Gogh', Edward Munch's Love and Angst Exhibition shows techniques and much more that has made Edward Munch one of the first "modern artists" in the world. 

11th of April - 21st of July

Price: Adult ticket is £17 & £14 if you’re a student. Access is free for members

Location: The British Museum

Great Russell St, Bloomsbury, London WC1B 3DG

Springfest - London Bar, Host Family Stay

7. Springfest


This German Bier Festival takes place on Good Friday,19th of April, from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM. There will be live music, premium German 'biers' to try, epic street food, schnapps and much more! 

Price: £19.20

Location: Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY

Lego - The Brick Bar, London, Host Family Stay

8. The Brick Bar: London


A fan of Lego? An all-things-lego bar has opened in a secret location in Shoreditch - they even have a ping pong table made out of 22,500 bricks!  Try their Instagram worthy menu. The ticket includes 90 minutes in the awesome bar and lots of contests.

25th - 28th of April (& 10th - 11th of May)

Price: Tickets start from £28.96 and have to be pre-booked

Location: Secret location in Shoreditch

Tulips at Eltham Palace, Host Family Stay

9. Tulips at Eltham Palace


Enjoy a garden tour with expert gardeners in Eltham Palace and see some of the 20,000 tulips that are planted around the garden. 

8th - 21st of April (excluding Saturdays) Tours are between 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM.

Price: Adult ticket - £15.40, Child ticket - £9.20

Location: Court Yard, London SE9 5QE

North End Road Market, Host Family Stay

10. North End Road Market


A traditional and historic market in the heart of Fulham. Wander between stalls with food, drinks, things to buy and live entertainment!

14th of April from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: Free entrance

Location: North End Road, Fulham, London SW6

We hope you liked this months "10 things to do in London", check out our other posts where you will find more ideas on what to do in London! If you are planning to come to London and haven't found accommodation yet then we'd love to offer you an unforgettable experience. Read about us to find out more about Host Family Stay.


Published on 1st April 2019

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