12 Things to Do in London in October

London is a city full of life and constantly on the move. There's always something fascinating to do!

October is also a month packed with fun events and activities to enjoy during your stay in the British capital. Check out everything you can do in London in October!

What better time than October, when the temperatures are still mild, to enjoy a cruise on the Thames, an experience that will captivate you.

You'll have wonderful views of the main monuments of this dazzling city, such as the London Eye, Big Ben, the Tower of London... and you'll get the best photos of your trip, while, thanks to the live commentary, you'll learn all about the city's history and details.

There are numerous options with different schedules, prices and services to enjoy this experience. Here are some suggestions:

• Thames cruise, from £17
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• Thames cruise with hop-on hop-off stops, from £25
• Thames sunset cruise, from £41
• Thames cruise with lunch, from £43

If you're passionate about Harry Potter, you've come to the right place. London offers numerous activities based on J.K. Rowling's series of novels.

On the one hand, you have the opportunity to take a Harry Potter tour or, my recommendation, you can purchase your ticket to Warner Bros Studio Park: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Which option will you choose?

• Harry Potter tour of London with a visit to Platform 9 3/4, from £33
• Harry Potter tour of London, from £15
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• Bus tour of Harry Potter locations, from £31
• Tickets to Warner Bros. Studio Park: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with transfer, from £120
• Tickets to Warner Bros Studio Park: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with transfer, from £89
• Guided tour of Warner Bros Studio Park: The World of Harry Potter, from £149

And we continue with another literary saga: have you seen the Outlander series? If so, you have to book a trip to Stonehenge from London, the city where Diana Gabaldon's work begins.

This excursion includes return transport from London, so you don't have to worry about how to get there. You'll also have an audio guide at your disposal so you don't miss a thing, and you can add a traditional meal.

This excursion lasts approximately 6 hours and costs from £70.

If during your holiday in London you are sure you want to visit Kyoto Garden (one of the most intriguing secret places in the British capital ), you may also be interested in Kew Gardens' Japan Festival, one of the most fascinating events held in October.

Autumn in London is the ideal time to lose yourself strolling through London's gardens and parks. The landscape is transformed, giving way to an amazing explosion of colours that you will surely want to capture with your camera. This is especially true of Kew Gardens' Japan Festival, where you can celebrate Japanese culture and art for a whole month while admiring the vegetation of this impressive botanical garden.

In addition, during the festival there are lots of activities organised, such as exhibitions, music and dance shows, workshops on ikebana art (Japanese flower arranging) and much more. Book your tickets for Kew Gardens and add this great autumn plan to your schedule!

Another thing to do in London in October if your visit coincides with Halloween is to book a Jack the Ripper tour of London, which will show you the city's most terrifying side.

In addition to learning about the history of this famous and ruthless serial killer, during the activity you will also discover other spooky sites from London's dark history, such as the Plague Pits, the first psychiatric hospital, Traitor's Gate, the Tower of London and some haunted areas of the East End. Are you ready for a scary time?

If your stay in London coincides with Halloween, remember to pack a costume because you'll want to spend the night of 31 October partying in one of the British capital's clubs.

But where to go? Here are some areas for a night out in London:

• Notting Hill & Marble Arch: Ideal for younger people. There are both bars and pubs where you can grab a bite to eat.
• Camden: For those looking for a relaxed, indie atmosphere to enjoy a night out in London.
• Brixton: If you fancy listening to live music, the bars in Brixton won't disappoint.
• Piccadilly Circus: If you want to hang out in a popular atmosphere and listen to commercial music to have fun with friends.

And if you want to make sure you don't miss out, you can book a ghost tour:

• Ghost tour by bus around London, from £26
• London ghost tour with Thames boat trip, from £27

If you visit London in October, you can take advantage of Halloween celebrations to explore the Tower of London, an ancient fortress that has stood for almost a millennium and is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions due to the combination of fear and mystery inspired by its chilling history and the events that took place there.

The second wife of King Henry VIII was executed like so many others in the Tower of London, and it is said that the ghost of Anne Boleyn wanders around the Green Tower with her head under her arm.

But don't worry, you're unlikely to witness any supernatural events there, although you will see lots of beautiful ravens swarming around the monument. They're quite an attraction there!

Oktoberfest began in Munich in the 19th century, but its joy, good vibes and cult of beer have made this festival cross borders and is now celebrated all over the world in October.

And London is no exception! Canada Water, Ealing and Canary Wharf are the chosen locations for the marquees where you can have a good time with giant beers, pretzels and good music.

If you fancy joining the party, I recommend you go early to find a good spot in the marquees, as Oktoberfest is one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year and is always packed to the rafters. And if that's not enough for you, you can book a bike tour with a visit to a beer pub.

Who doesn't love a good light festival? During the month of October, the Illuminature festival is held at the London Wetland Centre in Barnes, a wildlife observation centre that is home to a multitude of birds, amphibians, butterflies and other creatures.

At dusk, you can explore nature in a different and very original way, strolling through the lagoons and reed beds that have been decorated with huge tunnels of light, colourful water lilies and large lamps representing animals such as swans, owls, flamingos and more.

To take part in the activity, you need to buy a ticket, which you can book on the centre's website. When you leave, you'll have some great photos to upload to Instagram!

London's museums are wonderful and you can enjoy some real artistic gems there. However, if you've already visited them several times and fancy seeing something different, two of the British capital's most important art fairs are held in October, attracting artists from all over the world.

One is Frieze London in Regent's Park and the other is The Other Art Fair in east London.

If you want to bring out your inner culture vulture and pick up a unique souvenir of your stay in the city, I recommend dropping by to catch up on the latest developments in the sector.

If one of your favourite holiday plans is to dress up elegantly and enjoy a night out until the early hours, in October you will have the opportunity to experience the world's largest cocktail festival in London: London Cocktail Week.

What started as a week-long event has been so successful that it has been extended to the whole month and now involves more than 200 bars and pubs, which, in addition to serving delicious cocktails prepared by the city's most talented bartenders, also organise pop-ups, events and workshops.

With one of the London Cocktail Week wristbands, you'll have access to exclusive £7 cocktails in some of the most amazing bars in the British capital. Like the sound of that? Then I recommend you take a look at the festival website to make a note of some of the best bars to visit.

If you're passionate about comics and video games, at the end of October you have a date with MCM London ComicCon at ExCeL London in the east of the city.

It's Britain's biggest pop culture convention, with three days packed with meet-ups, panels, cosplay events and endless other activities! In fact, attendees at MCM London ComicCon can dress up in cosplay costumes and even take part in EuroCosplay competitions. You'll have a great time and get some of the coolest photos of your holiday.

So don't hesitate to pack your best costume for your trip to London. Between Halloween and MCM, you'll get a lot of use out of it!

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Autumn is a fantastic time to travel to London and enjoy everything the city has to offer. Temperatures hover around 16ºC at their highest and 11ºC at their lowest.

The temperatures are therefore very pleasant for sightseeing in the city because it is no longer as hot as in summer and the nights are cooler. In addition, there are fewer visitors in October and prices are lower than in previous months.

Exploring London in October is a delight. In contrast to summer, there are fewer tourists in autumn, which means lower prices for both flights and accommodation. It's easier to find a good deal!

What's more, the atmosphere in London is calmer as there are not as many tourists as in summer and the queues to the city's main attractions are shorter. In fact, it's an ideal time to book a musical in London, such as:

• The Lion King
• Mamma Mia!
• Wicked
• The Phantom of the Opera in London
• Moulin Rouge
• Tina Turner
• Matilda
• Les Misérables

Travelling to London in October is not only a good idea from a climatic point of view, but also from a financial one. If you are on a tighter budget, you will find it easier to get good prices as the city is not as crowded with tourists as it is in summer or at Christmas.

If you are visiting London in October, it is best to pack several layers of clothing in your suitcase because the weather can be somewhat changeable. During the day, temperatures are still pleasant, but it tends to cool down at night. In addition, rainfall increases during this season, so it is important to add an umbrella to your luggage.

Another thing you can't forget to pack for your trip to London in October is a good costume. You'll need it if you go to a Halloween party or sign up for MCM London ComicCon.