{"id":30127,"date":"2026-04-01T08:00:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/?p=30127"},"modified":"2026-04-08T12:36:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:36:28","slug":"dog-friendly-day-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/dog-friendly-day-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Dog-friendly city breaks in London"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Fancy visiting the capital with your Crufts-worthy pooch in tow? We\u2019ve put together a dog-friendly city guide to London so you can enjoy the Big Smoke with your canine sidekick.<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">A dog&#8217;s dinner<\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Finding a spot to eat in London shouldn&#8217;t mean leaving your best friend behind on the doorstep. From \u2018paw-tinis\u2019 to gourmet bowls, the city\u2019s culinary scene has gone well beyond a simple bowl of water, offering dedicated menus that ensure your pup dines just as well as you do.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/romeoandjulietslondon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Romeo &amp; Juliet Dog Caf\u00e9<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> isn\u2019t just a caf\u00e9 that allows dogs &#8211; it\u2019s designed for them. Located near the breezy walks of Hampstead Heath, this spot features a dedicated doggy bakery with handmade treats, \u2018puppuccinos\u2019 and even birthday cakes, making it the ultimate destination for a post-walk reward.<\/h4>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNylQtjZLl4\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNylQtjZLl4\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">A post shared by Smith &amp; Whistle (@smithandwhistle)<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">And to wash it all down, take your pooch to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithandwhistle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Smith &amp; Whistle<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> in Piccadilly for some \u2018Dogtails\u2019 worth paws-ing for. The renowned \u2018dog-friendliest\u2019 bar in London serves up scrummy Posh Pooch and Hound\u2019s Hops alongside a full complement of human drinks too.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">For the dogs who enjoy the finer things in life, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hyatt.com\/unbound-collection\/en-US\/lhrub-great-scotland-yard\/dining\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Great Scotland Yard Hotel\u2019s<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> Doggy Afternoon Tea at this iconic hotel is a must. Served in the Parlour, your furry companion can indulge in a multi-course feast featuring organic chicken and beef \u2018cakes\u2019 and liver p\u00e2t\u00e9, meanwhile you tuck into a traditional British tea service in a stunningly historic setting.<\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Pooch playtime<\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Taking your pooch out for a walk or a run is just as good for you as it is for them. But don\u2019t be put off by the hustle and bustle of London &#8211; there are plenty of green open spaces to play with your furry friend in the city.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31994\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"dog days out in London\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1154413147-1-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/>Parks like those in the grounds of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alexandrapalace.com\/the-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Alexandra Palace<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Chiswick House<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> offer a chilled retreat of lush grasslands and woodlands to explore, along with epic water features to admire. If you have an active pooch, check out the vast expanses of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visiteppingforest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Epping Forest<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> with its thousands of acres of space to run, play and have a good sniff about in. Epping Forest is one of London\u2019s largest open spaces and with a mix of woodland, lakes and streams, as well as the original Hunting Lodge commissioned by Henry VIII in the 16th Century, there\u2019s a lot to keep you and your dog active and curious.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">And to properly burn off those zoomies, Mile End Park is the place to be, with its very own Agility Dog Park! There\u2019s plenty of equipment, great for all dogs of all sizes. Once you\u2019ve finished showing off your furry friends\u2019 latest tricks, head out for a relaxing stroll along the picturesque Regents Canal.<\/h4>\n<div class=\"blog-hotel-flex-container\">\n<div class=\"blog-hotel-flex-item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Retail rover<\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">London\u2019s shopping scene isn\u2019t just for humans anymore! Many of the city\u2019s most iconic retail hubs now treat four-legged visitors like VIPs. From industrial-chic boutiques to massive designer outlets, you can browse the latest trends without having to leave your best friend tethered outside.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kingscross.co.uk\/coal-drops-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\"><strong>Coal Drops Yard<\/strong><span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>, a stunning repurposed Victorian coal yard in King\u2019s Cross, is a dream for stylish pups. While you browse the high-end boutiques, you can stop for a bowl of water at the many outdoor kiosks or grab a table at Caravan or Dishoom, both of which offer dog-friendly seating so you can refuel together after a successful haul.<\/h4>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOSyWaokyrW\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOSyWaokyrW\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">A post shared by King&#8217;s Cross N1C (@kingscrossn1c)<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Historic landmark turned shopping hub, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/batterseapowerstation.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Battersea Power Station<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>, is a dog-friendly paradise where pups are welcome inside the main mall. Well-behaved doggos can join you in 40 shops and over 20 restaurants\/cafes. You and your buddies can also visit Battersea Brewery for a relaxed pint and a waterbowl in the sun.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Looking to explore some of the capital\u2019s most diverse traders? Covered markets like Spitalfields, Leadenhall, and Covent Garden are the perfect places to start, offering some of the most dog-friendly shopping and dining experiences in London. At <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oldspitalfieldsmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Old Spitalfields Market<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>, the spacious, weather-proof layout is perfect for browsing boutiques and street food stalls with your pup. While the Victorian splendour of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leadenhallmarket.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Leadenhall Market<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> provides a cinematic backdrop for a stroll, complete with dog-friendly pubs, including local icons like The Lamb Tavern. Even in the heart of the West End, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coventgarden.london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Covent Garden<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> welcomes well-behaved companions throughout its historic Piazza and many high-end terrace restaurants, ensuring you never have to choose between a posh afternoon out and quality time with your best friend.<\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Cultural canines<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Whoever said museums were just for humans clearly hasn&#8217;t explored London\u2019s more enlightened boroughs. While many indoor museums remain a \u2018paws-off\u2019 affair, several of the city\u2019s most iconic cultural landmarks now welcome sophisticated pups to join their owners for a dose of history and art.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39012 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tower-bridge-london.jpg\" alt=\"Tower Bridge in London\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tower-bridge-london.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tower-bridge-london-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tower-bridge-london-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tower-bridge-london-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>\u2b50 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.towerbridge.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Tower Bridge<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>: Surprisingly, this is one of London\u2019s only major indoor attractions that is fully dog-friendly. Well-behaved pooches on leads can join you as you traverse the high-level walkways, brave the famous glass floors and explore the Victorian Engine Rooms.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b50 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thebrunelmuseum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Brunel Museum<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>: Located in Rotherhithe, this underground marvel celebrates the \u2018Thames Tunnel.\u2019 It\u2019s a fantastic, slightly off-beat spot where your dog can descend into the historic Sinking Shaft by your side.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b50 <a href=\"https:\/\/chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\"><strong>Chiswick House &amp; Gardens<\/strong><span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>: If you&#8217;re looking for a grand Palladian villa backdrop for your pup\u2019s next photo, the 65 acres of gardens here are almost entirely off-leash, making it a masterpiece of both architecture and zoomies.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Looking to explore London\u2019s skyline and history by boat? London\u2019s waterways are surprisingly welcoming to canine captains.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityexperiences.com\/city-cruises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">City Cruises<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong> will gladly accommodate well-behaved dogs. So while they catch the city breeze, you can discover some interesting stories from London\u2019s vast history. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thamesclippers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Uber Boat by Thames Clippers<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> <\/strong>is the ultimate \u2018River Bus\u2019 experience. It\u2019s fast, frequent and fully dog-friendly at no extra cost. Your pup can enjoy the breeze on the back deck as you zip past the London Eye and the O2, or curl up in the climate-controlled cabin if it&#8217;s a drizzly London day.<\/h4>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DMvkiMpiJRL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DMvkiMpiJRL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">A post shared by Custard | Explorer | Model | Foodie | Best friend (@custard_and_cream_the_golden)<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Or if you fancy being the captain of your own ship, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goboat.co.uk\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">GoBoat London<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> <\/strong>is a must. You can rent an electric picnic boat in Paddington, Canary Wharf or Kingston. They actively encourage \u2018doggy deckhands\u2019 and even have a <a href=\"https:\/\/goboat.co.uk\/en\/dog-friendly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">\u2018Weekday Pooch\u2019 discount code<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>, often available. It\u2019s a peaceful way to navigate the canals with up to 8 humans and your dog.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">We recommend always checking the specific dog policy page before you travel, as some spots (like Tower Bridge) may restrict canine entry during exceptionally busy periods or special events.<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Central+London&amp;lat=&amp;long=&amp;action=search&amp;source=l&amp;checkIn=&amp;rooms%5B0%5D%5Badults%5D=1&amp;rooms%5B0%5D%5Bchildren%5D=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Stay in Central London<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Mind the Gap (and the tail!)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">One of the best things about being a dog in London is that you don\u2019t need a contactless card to get around! Dogs are permitted to travel completely free of charge on all Transport for London (TfL) services, including the Tube, buses and Overground.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41393 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dogs-london-underground.jpg\" alt=\"Dogs in a London Underground station\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dogs-london-underground.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dogs-london-underground-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dogs-london-underground-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dogs-london-underground-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>While the city is your oyster (card), there are a few unwritten rules of the road to keep everyone\u2019s journey smooth:<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\ud83d\udc3e <strong>The escalator rule:<\/strong> This is the big one. For safety reasons, dogs must be carried on escalators to prevent paws or fur from getting caught in the moving mechanism. If your pup is too big to carry, just look for the \u2018step-free\u2019 signs and head for the lift or stairs.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\ud83d\udc3e <strong>Four on the floor:<\/strong> While we\u2019d all love a window seat, pups are strictly \u2018paws on the floor\u2019 only. Keep them off the seats to ensure they stay clean for the next human passenger.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\ud83d\udc3e <strong>The \u2018Driver\u2019s Discretion\u2019 clause:<\/strong> On London buses, the driver technically has the final say. If the bus is already crowded with other dogs or if your pup is being a bit too vocal, they may ask you to wait for the next one.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\ud83d\udc3e<strong> Mind the rush:<\/strong> The Tube can be overwhelming for humans, let alone hounds. If possible, try to avoid the peak rush hour (7:30am-9:30am and 5pm-7pm). Your dog\u2019s tail (and your own stress levels) will thank you for the extra breathing room.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\ud83d\udc3e <strong>Wide gates are your friend:<\/strong> When entering or exiting stations, always head for the wide luggage gates. They stay open longer and give you and your leashed companion plenty of space to walk through.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41394 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dog-water-bowl.jpg\" alt=\"Dog drinking from water bowl\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dog-water-bowl.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dog-water-bowl-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dog-water-bowl-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/dog-water-bowl-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Keep a collapsible water bowl and a filled water bottle in your bag. The deep-level Tube lines can get quite warm even in winter and a quick drink during a platform change can keep your city dog nice and cool.<\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Check out our pet-friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/uk\/london\/index.html\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">hotels in London<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><strong>For more information, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/about\/pet-friendly-hotels\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">click here<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>.<\/strong><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Fancy visiting the capital with your Crufts-worthy pooch in tow? 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