Pride trip to London
Take your students on a trip to London. The city often tops the list for best city breaks for the LGBTQIA+ community and it’s easy to see why. From the buzzing bars and restaurants of Soho, the city’s gay heartland, to Vauxhall’s infamous party scene and the East End’s hip hangouts, plus the city offers endless activities, attractions and historical sights.
Student Pride trip to London
Beyond the neighbourhoods and attractions of the city, there are a number of Pride events in the city as a bonus for your trip to the capital.
Pride in London, July
UK Black Pride, August
Fringe! Queer Film and Arts Fest, September
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Your travel itinerary could look like...
AM – Arrival
On arrival in London, head to your accommodation and drop your bags before heading into the city to enjoy your first meal to get energised and you can start with some off the beaten track places.
Support an independent LGBTQIA+ book shop by finding your next page-turner at Gay’s The Word. Having opened in 1979, it’s the UK’s oldest LGBTQIA+ bookshop. It’s just a short walk from the University of London and Russell Square underground station.
From there just a 10-minute walk away, culture vultures can visit the British Museum for a bookable 70-minute LGBTQIA+ tour, highlighting fascinating histories surrounding desire, love and identity.
PM – City late night walking tour
Kick off a night on the town in style with a unique strut round the city’s iconic sights bursting with lip syncs and karaoke, follow the high-heeled footsteps of drag queen’s as they lead you on a Dragged Around London tour. Tours are public or you can create your own.
AM – Queer Britain museum
After an early breakfast it’s time to head to the UK’s first museum dedicated to the LGBTQ community. Queer Britain is a museum of British LGBTQ history and culture located in Kings Cross. Its inaugural exhibition marks the 50th anniversary of the UK’s first Pride March.
For lunch there are plenty of fantastic restaurants in the Soho area, Milk Beach Soho has an amazing cocktail and mocktail range as well as a unique menu of Australian classics. You could also try the Seven Dials Market where street food reigns supreme.
PM – Walking tour of Soho & West End show
For the afternoon a walking tour of Soho, Stop 16. On this walk we visit those hidden and sometimes forgotten places that have kept Soho Queer, from the late Victorian era to the present day.
After dinner why not head to the West End for a fantastic theatre performance? Or you could check out live music at one of the many venues across the city centre.
AM – Tower of London
Delving way back in time now, your trip simply wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the iconic Tower of London. This 900-year-old (!) castle is an appropriate finish to your whistle-stop tour of England’s capital… and what an amazing couple of days it’s been!
PM – Lunch & Return home
Finish in Southwark and top off your visit with a go around the London Eye – see the city from the sky!
Key details
- 3-day study trip to London
- From £195
- Possible highlights: Walking tour of Soho, Tower of London, Queer Britain Museum, London Eye
What’s included?
- Hotel accommodation, shared for students
- Activities and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Coach hire
Why not add…
- British Museum
- Natural History & Science Museum
- Boat trip on the Thames
Why choose us
- Fully accredited and financially protected
- Knowledgeable and experienced staff
- Regional Educational Development Execs to support all stages of the trip process
- Customer portal and app for when you’re on the move
- 24hr support
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