Halloween in London 2023: From Sky Garden to Tower of London, 5 spots to get spooky in this October
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Londoners can head to some of their city’s most well-known spots for chilling events this Halloween. From The Tower of London to Sky Garden, here are the familiar spots where city locals can head to this spooky season.
Halloween is almost upon us, and as the city gets a ghostly makeover for the chilling season, themed events and happenings are starting to take over the capital.
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Hide AdWhile those who call the city home have plenty of options for Halloween events, some of the city’s most well-known spots are also set to host their own eerie-themed festivities.
We break down the Halloween events happening at some of London’s most beloved spots this month.
Halloween at London’s Natural History Museum
On Hallows’ Eve, the National History Museum is set to welcome guests after hours for an eerie spectacle in the South Kensington spot. As well as a silent disco among the venue exhibits, guests can also opt to go on spooky tours around the venue.
When: October 31
Nearest Tube station: South Kensington
More information is available on the Natural History Museum website.
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Kicking off the Halloween weekend, Sky Garden will host a sky-high party for Londoners. As well as offering a view of the capital’s iconic skyline, the venue will have ghostly cocktails and chilling tunes.
When: October 27
Nearest station: Monument
More information is available on the Sky Garden website.


Halloween at London’s Hyde Park
The Royal Park is set to host a few different Halloween events over October. From ghost tales and spooky storytelling events to walking tours, Londoners can head to the green space if they dare.
When: Events set to take place across October.
Nearest station: Hyde Park Corner
More information is available on the Royal Park website.
Halloween on London’s River Thames
Halloween fans will also be able to get a fright on the capital’s iconic River Thames thanks to the London Eye River Cruise. On the boat ride, guests will learn some of the city’s dark past, including the phantom cries of Old London Bridge.
When: October 21 - October 29
Nearest station: Waterloo
More information is available on the London Eye River Cruise website.
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Visitors will be able to see a glimpse into the Tower of London’s past this Halloween season as they try and find some of the historic spots’ spirits from years gone by.
When: October 21 - October 29
Nearest station: Tower Hill
More information is available on the Tower of London website.
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