Things to do in London while you're still young

London is indisputably one of the world's most exciting cities. But, thanks to its constant hustle and bustle, it's often thought of as a city that's ideally suited to the young and best avoided when you're in your 50s or older. Although London-resident pensioners are eligible to apply for a Freedom Pass for free travel on the city's transport system, there's nothing quite like being in your 20s in London despite the associated expenses. If you're a young Londoner or a young visitor to London and you're worried you're not making the most of your time, here are a few tips on things to do in the city before those grey hairs start to show.





For starters, London is a great place to go clubbing and to gigs when you're young. Of course, you can still see great music and DJs in London when you're older, but the truth is that dancing at the front of an enthusiastic crowd or staying up until 3am isn't as fun once you hit your late 30s. Some of the most famous and best nightclubs in London include Fabric, Heaven and KOKO, but there are hundreds to choose from across the city. One of the quirkier members of the London clubbing scene is Club Aquarium in Shoreditch, which has a swimming pool with full changing facilities inside that is definitely best experienced when young.

There are also plenty of cultural attractions in London that are targeted at younger audiences. Theatre, for instance, may seem like the kind of pursuit that is favoured by older generations but many theatres are actively trying to attract people in their late teens and 20s. As a result, you may find schemes that offer free or discounted tickets to theatre-goers under the age of 26, such as Arts Council England's A Night Less Ordinary programme, which ended in March 2011. And in London, where theatre tickets can cost over £40 per person, these schemes offer savings that are too good to pass up.





Another great thing to do in London while you're young is spend time outdoors. While most people in the city depend on the tube and bus networks to get from place to place, walking around London is surprisingly easy and often very scenic. Another option is to go for a run along London's streets, an activity that will be both an interesting way to explore the city and an easy way to keep fit. And if you're an enthusiastic runner, why not enter the London Marathon? While entrants to this annual event vary widely in age, the London Marathon is generally far easier to complete and recover from when your body is still young and healthy.





If you've just moved to London or you're visiting, then a night-time drive is a great way for young people to get their bearings in the city. Car hire in central London is relatively easy to come by, as many residents choose to hire a car when they require one rather than paying the high costs of owning a vehicle in the city. London looks spectacular at night and a quick drive along the South Bank, past St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey will give you a truly wonderful view of the city's iconic skyline.





Isla Campbell writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.