If there is one thing the UK doesn’t lack in May, it’s got to be bank holidays. With the first bank holiday Monday rolling around, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to spend your long weekend. The weather is meant to bless us with sunshine and warmth, so we’re getting ready to whip out our shorts and sandals!

Go on a London bus tour

One beautiful thing about living in London (or visiting) is that you can never run out of new things to see and places to visit. The average Londoner’s daily routine is often a hectic one, which leaves little time for enjoying the more “touristy” activities and landmarks. For those of you who want a full day’s worth of activities but don’t fancy overachieving on your step count, London bus tours are an incredible option!

Make the most of the sunshine and sit on the top open floor of a traditional London bus! You can hop on & off at the locations that peak your interest and make a whole day of it for you, your friends and/or your family.

Make the most of the sun

Nobody ever said that you had to spend your bank holiday doing anything beyond relaxing with a book, or with the ones you love! London is very well-known for all of its beautiful parks, and these are great places to make the most of the fresh air and regain your energy before you head back to work on Tuesday.

Some of the most popular parks in London:

• Clapham Park

• Richmond Park

• Regent’s Park

• Hyde Park

• Hampstead Heath

• Victoria Park

Visit Kew Gardens

Kew Gardens is one of those beautiful one-of-a-kind London experiences you need to save for a sunny day. With over 300 acres of gorgeous greenery, it’s the perfect place to spend the day if you want to feel like you’re absolutely not in a big city such as London.

If you’re in the mood for a day of embracing nature and taking a (very) long leisurely walk around the many themed gardens and greenhouses, Kew Gardens is the place for you to be spending your bank holiday Monday.

There is also a lovely café and gift shop if you fancy a drink, a nibble and a cute souvenir.

Find a Beer Garden

You haven’t experienced true London joy until you’ve sat for drinks at a beer garden. For those unfamiliar with the term, a “beer garden” is essentially the love child of a typical English pub and your grandparents’ backyard.

Fair warning, you will likely have trouble finding one that isn’t jammed full of people trying to enjoy a pint in the sun if the weather is just that good.

Whether you want to enjoy an alcoholic beverage or would rather stick to fruit juice, beer gardens are great for their large menu. You don’t even have to limit yourself to drinks either, since most of them serve food too!

Some of the best-rated beer gardens in London:

• London Apprentice

• Express Tavern

• The George

• The Ealing Park Tavern

• Thatched House

• The Green Man