London Travel News: Seven of the best sporting things to do in the home of Wembley, Wimbledon and The Oval
Home to both the 2012 Olympics and the far more recent Euro 2020 final, England’s Capital city is packed to the brim with sports experiences, for all manners of sports fans.
From motorsport enthusiasts to die-hard football fans, there is something for everyone in The Big Smoke.
Here, Travel News Blitz picks out seven of the best sporting things to do for those planning a getaway to The Swinging City.
Wembley Stadium
Arguably the world's most iconic football stadium, the Wembley arches are ingrained into the mind of almost every football fan worldwide.
A tour of England's national ground will give you behind-the-scenes access to the player changing rooms, dugouts and the famous Walk of Legends.
Wimbledon
Undoubtedly, the biggest tennis tournament on the planet, the Wimbledon Championships runs for two weeks every year through the end of June and July.
Tickets are hard to get - but if you can’t get tickets or are travelling in the offseason, booking a tour of the Wimbledon grounds and museum will surely be enough to scratch that tennis itch.
Watch Arsenal
Arsenal are currently heading into what could be a very hotly-contested Premier League title race against Liverpool FC.
As a result, the Emirates is bustling with atmosphere and energy as fans hope for a first league title since 2004.
Expect goals galore when watching Mikel Arteta’s Gunners side.
As one of the best sides in the league, there's an abundance of attacking talent, and goal opportunities across each game.
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The Oval
One of the most historic cricket grounds, the Kia Oval is home to both Surrey Cricket Club and an England Test match.
Tickets to watch the reigning county champions will cost around £30, while a tour of the stadiums sets you back just £15 per adult.
F1 The Exhibition
This immersive experience takes you through the intriguing world of elite-level motorsport.
Open until March, the exhibition is packed full of memorabilia and historic stories from throughout F1’s incredible lifespan.
The Dare Skywalk
Located at the new Tottenham Hotspur stadium, the Dare Skywalk is the perfect thing to do for neutrals after watching their arch-rivals at the Emirates.
The adrenaline-inducing experience takes you onto the roof of Tottenham’s 62,000-seater stadium, offering stunning views of the city.
The experience is not for the faint of heart, culminating in a breathtaking 42-meter drop off the edge of the ground's roof.
Sunningdale Golf Course
Widely regarded as one of the best golf clubs in the world, Sunningdale Golf Club features two 18-hole courses.
Located in some of the most beautiful countryside surrounding London, playing all 36 holes in the summer will cost just £250 if you plan to do it in a day.
Pro Tip: Plan ahead as the golf course is unavailable to visitors from Friday through Sunday in its short opening windows.
Summary
London is a city perfect for sports fans, with all manners of experience available throughout the year.
Just make sure you plan in advance as many of the experiences are extremely popular and will sell out quickly.
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