A series of interweaving canals (perfect for lazy day strolls, picnics and waterfront wanders) is hidden near Paddington Station in an idyllic North London neighbourhood. This scenic paradise is nicknamed ‘Little Venice’ for obvious reasons; picture glistening blue waters year round, quaint barges gliding past and gorgeous tow-paths leading you through the beautiful wonders Little Venice has to behold.
During your next adventure from your Hammersmith hotel base at LUMA Concept Hotel London why not visit Little Venice for a peaceful day out? Your hotel near Hammersmith may be giving you all the peace and serenity you need, but why not give your English holiday a little Italian twist? Now that sounds like a good idea.
Quirky things to do in Little Venice
Food and drink:
Little Venice is filled with cute and quirky cafes, cosy pubs and restaurants that all offer alfresco dining by the waterside. Indulge in some sophisticated seafood at The Summerhouse on the waterfront, or if you’re looking for a relaxed gastro-pub The Waterway is the place to go. Experiment with Persian cuisine in the understated Kateh or savour some high-end Chinese food at Pearl Liang, the entire restaurant is adorned with a gorgeous blossom tree mural.
Theatre:
Add a bit of the unpredictable to your day and venture down to the Puppet Theatre Barge for an unforgettable show. The barge is dressed in stark red and yellow stripes like a circus tent welcoming audiences into their unconventional realm of puppet storytelling. Prepare to be entertained and touched by these incredible artistic displays of puppetry.
Since 1979 The Canal Café Theatre has been an exciting venue for comedy and theatre. This award winning theatre has seen the likes of Miranda Hart, The League of Gentlemen and several other iconic names in British comedy and theatre graces its stage. If you’re looking to be entertained, Little Venice certainly won’t disappoint.!
Canal trip:
Experience the sights and sounds of Little Venice whilst embarking on a canal trip with The London Waterbus. Hop aboard a beautiful barge and take it all in as you glide through North London. This particular canal boat journey takes you all the way from Little Venice to Camden Lock Market in under an hour.
See where Little Venice takes you:
Follow the beautiful canals that make up Little Venice and you could end up in Regent’s Park, Primrose Hill, London Zoo and Camden Town. Follow a canal and see where you end up, who knows what you might find.!
How to get there:
From all hotels near Hammersmith travel will take around 50 minutes from Hammersmith Tube Station.
Directions:
1. Hammersmith Tube Station – take the Hammersmith and City Line to King’s Cross
2. King’s Cross St Pancras Tube Station – take the Northern Line to Camden Town
3. From Camden Town it’s a five minute walk to Little Venice