Get ready to say ‘Hello Wembley!’ ⚽
This West London suburb is positively booming all year round, and it’s no longer known as ‘just a stadium town’. Whether you’re into football or fashion, Wembley has something for everyone. And being just 12 minutes away from Central London on the tube, there’s no reason not to visit! Here are our top 10 things to do in Wembley.
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1. London Designer Outlet
Love bagging a bargain? London Designer Outlet is the perfect place to indulge in some retail therapy, with big brands like Nike, Asics and Levi’s offering huge discounts of 30-85%!
And when you’re done walking round the shops, you can refuel at family favourites like TGI Friday’s, Pizza Express, Zizzi and Wagamama. There’s always a special offer to grab on your meal or shopping too, so be sure to check the outlet’s Offers page before you visit!
2. OVO Arena Wembley
Wembley’s OVO Arena may look modern, but did you know that it opened almost 100 years ago as the Empire Pool and even hosted the 1948 Olympics? Today, the 12,500-capacity arena plays host to chart-topping pop stars and world-famous comedians. Check the venue’s What’s On page for upcoming events – and if you’re lucky enough to secure a ticket, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a pre-show dinner at one of the nearby restaurants.
3. Wembley Stadium Tour
Even if you don’t score match-day tickets, you can still experience football magic on the Wembley Stadium Tour. Take a peek inside the England team’s changing rooms, walk through the players’ tunnel onto the pitch, and even hold a replica FA cup in front of the Royal Box!
Lasting just 75 minutes, it’s a quick activity that’s an absolute must for football fans. Tours run daily between 10 am and 2 pm (except on major event days), with adult tickets starting at £25 and children’s starting at £18.
4. BOXPARK Wembley
Part street food market, part fan park and part playground, BOXPARK Wembley is the ultimate family day out. The enormous 20,000 square foot space turns into the ultimate fan park on big match days or music events – you won’t find a place with better atmosphere! And even when there’s no game on, there’s still plenty of sport and fun to enjoy yourself.
Head upstairs to PLAYBOX, where you’ll find neon sports bar games, shuffleboards and tennis tables galore. Be sure to check out Pop Golf – a nine-hole crazy golf course that feels like something out of a music video! Adorned with retro boomboxes and suspended cassette tapes, it’s worth the trip for the photo opp alone, even if your putting isn’t up to scratch!
And when all that activity works up your appetite, grab a bite at one of the many food vendors. With a selection of cuisines spanning Afghan, Asian, Greek and Caribbean as well as gorgeous desserts, burgers and Halal options, you can enjoy everything from handmade pasta to poke bowls and burritos.
5. Sixes Social Cricket
Always wanted to smash a six like Ben Stokes? You can have a go at Sixes – a cricket simulator and activity bar inside BOXPARK Wembley. Grab a mate, a date or your family and step inside one of their tech-powered batting nets to show off your cricket prowess. And don’t worry if you’ve never even picked up a bat before (the founders hadn’t either!), there’s a variety of game modes and challenge levels to suit everyone.
Off-peak sessions start at just £7.90 per adult and £5.25 per child, making it a fun and affordable family activity!
6. Cineworld 4DX
Thriller, romance or horror? Whatever your favourite genre, Cineworld’s nine screens will have it covered! And this isn’t your average cinema, either. Opt for a 4DX screening to feel like you’re actually in the movie. Motion seats will jolt and rock you in time with the on-screen action, while thrilling effects like water, wind, scent, and strobe lighting stimulate all your senses! It’s the most exhilarating way to watch a film, and it’ll have you ducking, diving, and squealing with laughter.
7. Sanatan Temple
A world away from the bustle of crowds and concerts, Shri Sanatan Hindu Mandir is Wembley’s breathtaking Hindu temple. Completed in 2010, the temple’s intricately carved walls, pillars and domes make it an awe-inspiring landmark – you won’t believe it until you see it! Inside, there are 11 inner temples and 29 smaller sanctums that house 41 deities and the entire structure is built without steel for spiritual reasons. It’s an incredible feat of architecture and the perfect place to enjoy a moment of peace and wonder.
Open daily from 7 am to 7 pm, the temple is free to enter – just remember to visit respectfully by removing your shoes and dressing modestly.
8. Bubble Planet
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Float over to Bubble Planet for one of the most surreal attractions the UK has to offer. This multisensory exhibition is loved by kids and adults alike – the kind of place you can let your inner child run wild! Inside, you’ll journey through 11 themed rooms – relax on a bouncy cloud, dive into a bubble bath pit, or experience the world from inside a massive VR bubble planet.
The whole experience lasts 60-90 minutes, with tickets starting from £13.90 for kids and £17.90 for adults. If you’re looking for the perfect Instagram spot, you’ll find plenty here!
9. Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
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Located within the former Fountain Studios (host of X Factor and Pop Idol), Troubadour Wembley Park is a state-of-the-art theatre staging world-class entertainment. The flexible space is unrivalled by other London theatres and has hosted award-winning shows like War Horse and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. And with a trendy bar and restaurant conveniently located on site, you can make an evening of it with a pre-show dinner and drinks!
10. Wembley Park Art Trail
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Wrap up your cultural tour of Wembley at the Wembley Park Art Trail. This free, open-air gallery showcases 26 diverse artworks by both local and international artists. Spread across Wembley Park, it’s a great way to get your steps in while you marvel at impressive murals, mosaics and sculptures. Wander at your own pace, or download the Art Trail app and let it guide you. Keep an eye out for Mr Doodle’s Caravan, murals of pop stars like Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey and Pantone’s walk-through installation celebrating Coldplay’s Yellow.
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