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Top Things To Do in London When It Rains
Natural History Museum is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

1. Natural History Museum

9.3
Cromwell Rd (at Queen's Gate), London, Greater London
Science Museum · Kensington and Chelsea · 622 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: One of the best museums for all things life and earth. Use the other entrance on Exhibition Road to avoid the long lines into this beautiful building.

Westway Climbing Wall is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

2. Westway Climbing Wall

8.8
1 Crowthorne Road (Westway Climbing Centre), Hammersmith, Greater London
Climbing Gym · 6 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Everyone's welcome at Westway, whether you’re trying out climbing for the first time or you’re an experienced climber training at an elite level.

BFI IMAX is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

3. BFI IMAX

9.1
1 Charlie Chaplin Walk, London, Greater London
Movie Theater · South Bank · 170 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Run by the British Film Institute, it has easily the biggest cinema screen in the country with screens the height of 6 buses and digital surround sound.

All Star Lanes is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

4. All Star Lanes

7.2
95 Brick Ln, London, Greater London
Bowling Alley · Tower Hamlets · 65 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: All Star Lanes at Brick Lane offers nine bowling lanes, American diner style food and a modern bar serving cocktails.

The Kensington Wine Rooms is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

5. The Kensington Wine Rooms

8.7
127-129 Kensington Church St, Notting Hill Gate, Greater London
Wine Bar · 36 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: A delightful place to relax after a long day at work or on the weekend.

Sea Life London Aquarium is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

6. Sea Life London Aquarium

7.4
Riverside Building County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road (Westminster Bridge Rd), London, Greater London
Aquarium · Waterloo · 132 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Great location for a visit with the whole family. The see through tunnel is not to be missed.

Book and Kitchen is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

7. Book and Kitchen

31 All Saints Rd, London, Greater London
Bookstore · Kensington and Chelsea · 9 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: A great, homely venue to grab some tea and get lost in a story.

Westfield London is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

8. Westfield London

8.9
Ariel Way, London, Greater London
Shopping Mall · Shepherd's Bush · 517 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: This shopping mall is slightly out of the city, but holds everything you could need. From designer clothing, to food outlets, to bars, there's something here for everyone.

Books For Cooks is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

9. Books For Cooks

7.1
4 Blenheim Crescent (Westbourne Park Rd), London, Greater London
Bookstore · Kensington and Chelsea · 13 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Take a cookery course at Books for Cooks.

Serpentine Bar & Kitchen is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

10. Serpentine Bar & Kitchen

8.4
Serpentine Rd, London, Greater London
Bistro · Knightsbridge and Belgravia · 146 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Lovely food and drink with such a picturesque view.

Science Museum is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

11. Science Museum

9.1
Exhibition Rd, London, Greater London
Science Museum · Kensington and Chelsea · 445 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: The Science Museum includes exhibitions covering all aspects of science and technology.

Royal Botanic Gardens is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

12. Royal Botanic Gardens

9.5
Kew Rd, Kew, Greater London
Botanical Garden · 189 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Kew Gardens is a magnificent World Heritage Site covering 300 acres with over 30,000 species of plants. Visit the greenhouses for a great escape from the rain!

The Cadogan Arms is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

13. The Cadogan Arms

8.6
298 King's Rd. (Old Church St.), London, Greater London
Pub · Chelsea · 20 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Play pool and enjoy a gorgeous Sunday roast in this relaxing, homely pub.

Recipease by Jamie Oliver is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

14. Recipease by Jamie Oliver

92-94 Notting Hill Gate, London, Greater London
Restaurant · Pembridge · 119 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: Head to Jamie Oliver's Recipease for a spot of lunch, or if you're feeling inspired, a cookery class!

Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is one of Top Things To Do in London When It Rains.

15. Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A)

9.4
Cromwell Rd, London, Greater London
Art Museum · Kensington and Chelsea · 656 tips and reviews

YOUhomeYOUhome: The V&A always has a great array of exhibitions suitable for anyone. Attend a class or talk with the team, or head to our cafe to unwind after a day in the museum.