For those seeking adventure thrills in London, a unique experience awaits at the O2 in Greenwich. Opened in 2012, Up At The O2 allows visitors to climb over the famed O2 dome using a walkway suspended by the O2's masts. The summit is the viewing platform- 53 meters (174 feet) above the ground offering a panoramic view of the Thames Barrier, The Shard, Canary Wharf and Anish Kapoor's ArcelorMittal Orbit. The climb and descent, although not steep, are guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping. Each expedition is guided by expert climbers and visitors are strapped in safety harnesses and special suits. Booking ahead is highly recommended and priority tickets are also available.
This extremely large park in south London hosts several different exhibitions, outdoor concerts and an increasingly popular fireworks display in November, in honor of Guy Fawkes' Day. The park boasts a dinosaur area where the tyrannosaurus lurks among the reeds and the lake. There's a wonderful lily pond with a stage on which concerts are performed, and even a maze. The site of the old crystal palace is also visible. A large sports hall is located within the grounds of the park. Crystal Palace Park was, and still is, a popular place for campers, not only because it is a lovely place to stay but also because many buses stop outside the park and will take you into Central London or further south so that you can explore.