When to visit London – Monthly and Seasonal Guides

A collage of London travel highlights featuring the Regent's Canal, the London Eye framed by cherry blossoms, wisteria in bloom, a couple posing in front of Tower Bridge, festive angel lights over a London street, the River Thames skyline, Big Ben with a red double-decker bus, and lush greenery.

When to visit London is one of the most common questions we get asked – and the honest answer is that London is a brilliant city to visit year-round, but every month brings something different.

Whether you’re dreaming of cherry blossom in the parks, long summer evenings on the Thames, festive Christmas markets or a quieter winter break, this is your complete guide to when to visit London. Browse our monthly and seasonal guides below to find the best time for your trip.

Planning your trip? These guides will help whatever time of year you’re visiting:

🌸 Spring in London — March, April and May

London in March

Visiting London in March (All you need to know)

London in April is full of cherry blossom.

Visiting London in April [All you need to know]

Visiting London in May (All you Need to Know!)

London in spring

Visiting London in Spring (All you need to know)

Spring is one of the most magical times to visit London. The parks come alive with blossom, the days get longer and the city’s events calendar starts to fill up with festivals, flower shows and outdoor events. It’s also quieter than the summer peak, which means shorter queues at the major attractions and a more relaxed atmosphere.

Our guide to visiting London in spring covers everything you need to know about the season as a whole.

☀️ Summer in London – June, July + August

Visiting London in June (All You Need to Know)

View of the Thames in London.

Visiting London in July [All You Need to Know]

Visiting London in August (All you need to know)

Visiting London in Summer (All you need to know)

Summer is London at its liveliest. The long evenings, open-air cinema, rooftop bars and packed festivals make it the most popular time to visit – and it’s easy to see why. Our guide to visiting London in summer is the best place to start planning.

🍂 Autumn in London September, October + November

London in September

Visiting London in September (All you need to know)

A selection of pictures of London sights.

Visiting London in October | All You Need to Know

Two people in London in November holding Union Jack umbrellas with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament in the background.

Visiting London in November | All You Need to Know

Visiting London in Fall (All you need to know)

Autumn is one of London’s most underrated seasons. The summer crowds thin out, the parks turn golden and there’s a brilliant programme of cultural events, art fairs and theatre openings. Our guide to visiting London in autumn covers what to expect across the season.

❄️ Winter in London – December, January + February

Christmas lights in London in December.

Visiting London in December (All You Need to Know)

Visiting London in January (All you need to know)

London in February two ladies standing with umbrellas with Westminster behind them.

Visiting London in February (All You Need to Know)

a collage of photos of a city and snow

Visiting London in winter (Ultimate guide + practical tips)

Winter in London has a charm all of its own. Christmas lights along Oxford Street, ice rinks in front of historic landmarks, and a city that knows how to make the most of the dark months. Our guide to visiting London in winter covers the full season.