Winter is Warmer in Little Venice London

One of the less crowded areas to visit in London during the winter season is Little Venice. Located north of Paddington, Little Venice charms you with its beautiful canals and waterways. It has many cafes, restaurants, and pubs you can relax in. When coming to London for a long visit, you can look for a suitable hotel near Wembley Stadium.

Nearest Tube: Warwick Avenue Station (a five-minute walk away)

How to Get There: From Warwick Avenue Station, head south to Rembrandt Gardens, and you will see the waterways on your right-hand side.

Opening Hours: Every day, 24 hours

Admission Fee: FREE

Things to Do & Places to Visit:-

Drink warm tea in a cafe

Head down to one of the cozy cafes in Little Venice and take a sip of warm tea. Some of the cafes you could check out are the Waterside Café, Quince Tree Café, and Beany Green.

Enjoy a canal boat rides

Take a boat trip through the Grand Union and Paddington Basin. Many companies offer canal rides such as Jenny Wren Canal Cruises, London Waterbus, and Jason’s Trip. A ride takes approximately 45 minutes.

Boat Ride Hours: Monday – Sunday, between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM (depending on the boat company)

Get a Paddington Bear at Paddington Station

Paddington Station is a major railway and underground station in London, but it also has a wide range of restaurants and stores for shopping, including the famous Paddington Bear gift shop. 

Opening Hours: 24 hours

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Watch classics and performances at the theatres

There are independent theatres in Little Venice. The Canal Café Theatre plays fringe and comedy films and theatre performances around candle-lit tables. There is also the Puppet Theatre Barge, which showcases puppet shows while the boat streams along the Thames.

Tickets:

Canal Café Theatre: Vary on the show; £1.50 for a membership fee, valid for a year 

Puppet Theatre Barge: Vary on the show

Tour the Lord’s Cricket Ground

Sports fans would enjoy a tour of the Lord’s Cricket Ground and its museum. The Lord’s Cricket Ground hosts international matches and is home to famous Marylebone Cricket Club and The Ashes Urn.

Opening Hours: Every day (except during major matches and as advised); 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Admission Fee: £25 for adults; £16 for children

Visit Abbey Road Studios

Not too far from the Palm Hotel London that offers great party venues in North London, music fans can visit the famous recording studio, Abbey Road Studios. The studio is the recording venue of famous singers like Pink Floyd, Aretha Franklin, The Hollies, and The Beatles. Take note that unless you are booking the studio for recording, you can only visit up to the gates of the studio.

Nearest Tube: St. John Wood’s Station

Hours: 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM

Have a glass or two at the pubs

After a long afternoon exploring Little Venice, get yourself a drink or two at one of the pubs around the canal. A traditional pub overlooking the canal is The Bridge House. It is a perfect place for pre and post-show drinks.