Indoor Stuff to Do in London
Let’s start with the heavy hitters: the British Museum. It’s free, it’s massive, and you can pretend to be an archaeologist for the day. You’ll find the Rosetta Stone, a bunch of mummies, and a very grumpy-looking Egyptian cat statue.
For something a bit weirder, hit the Sir John Soane’s Museum. It’s a tiny house crammed with sarcophagi, paintings, and a fake monk’s cell. Honestly, it feels like a hoarder’s attic designed by a ghost.
And if you’re into art that makes you say “I could do that,” the Tate Modern is your spot. Bonus: the viewing platform on the tenth floor gives you amazing skyline views—rain or shine.
Indoor Markets That Are Basically Food Heaven
Borough Market is the king of covered food halls, even on a rainy Tuesday. Grab a grilled cheese sandwich oozing with cheddar and pretend you’re in a cooking show. Pro tip: go during off-peak hours so you don’t get elbowed by a tourist with a selfie stick.
If you want something quirkier, Maltby Street Market is smaller and under railway arches. The smell of fresh waffles and raclette will hypnotize you into spending all your money. Don’t fight it.
Then there’s Camden Market, which is partially covered and packed with vintage clothes and weird food like “shark burgers.” Is that even legal? Probably not, but it’s delicious.