Top four secret places to visit in London.
- dianaserenli1
- Apr 18, 2018
- 3 min read
London has full of amazing secret places that are great to visit. However, I've narrowed it down to what I believe are the top four.

Neal's Yard, London.
London is a city filled with colour, opportunities and unforgettable experiences. You have the many famous tourist attractions, from
Big Ben to Greenwich Park. However, London is a place where it keeps all its hidden gems. I have chosen and narrowed it down to four of these many must-see secret places in London, which I believe many of who, who go there will be amazed.
1. Leake Street Tunnel.

Hidden next to London Eye and Waterloo station, this
tunnel is no ordinary tunnel. Leake Street tunnel which has also been called before as the Banksy Tunnel, in favour of the famous and mysterious graffiti artist Banksy, is a place where regulations or any laws against graffiti are not looked upon. The tunnel is filled with graffiti, from wall to wall and even the ceiling, painted with beautiful colours and funky writing, showing each and every artists work and expressions. The idea of this tunnel was taken upon in 2008, Cans Festival, where Banksy was part of the main performance, and ever since then this tunnel has been painted, sprayed, ect, from different artist's from all over the world trying to get recognised. Not only, is this tunnel special already, there is also a secret theatre, The Vaults Theatre, where is home for immersive theatre and alternative arts. This is a place where any kind of art lover or anybody looking to be amazed must go.
2. God's Own Junkyard.

Though, this place is not based in the city, God's Own Junkyard, in Walthamstow is a neon heaven. Filled with lights of every size and colour, this family run business has been running for 37 years. The man in charge, Chris Bracey, has also extended his arms into Los Angeles, America, creating and collecting old signs and making them into beautiful master pieces. His neon signs have also been included in many famous films and photoshoots, such as Eyes Wide Shut, starring Tom Cruise, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, starring Johnny Depp, and in many Vogue Editions. Furthermore, the café there will make you not only indulge your food, but also your surroundings. This magical place is the best for taking breath-taking pictures. So, if your looking for those Instagram likes, this is the place where you will find them.
3. Neal's Yard, Covent Garden.

This little hideout, found in Covent Garden, is filled with little shops, and cafe's where people can just relax and enjoy their day. In a bustling area of Covent Garden, Neal's Yard is one of the many places, where people can just be social, especially on a nice sunny day. Each building is painted a different colour and has it's own scene. The most common theme you will find here, is being healthy. People who adore natural remedies, and healthy foods, will love Neal's Yard. It was put on the map in 1972, by Nicholas Saunders, who was the first to build his own business, Neal's Yard Remedies, in the small alley. Over time more businesses, settled in, and now it has become a popular spot for people who love to experience and try new things.
4. Peckham Levels.

Last but not least, Peckham Levels. This place is a transformed car park, into a great place to find exotic food, little businesses, art, bars, dancing areas and even family places for the children to have fun. In an area, where everything you see is of different cultures, this secret car park, similar to Neal's Yard, is a place to relax and pick your feet up. Not only that, but at night you can go to the opposite building where you can find, a rooftop bar, and an outdoor cinema. Doesn't that sound good?
Which of these places are you visiting first?
Credit: Jamendo music; We Got The Love by The Moose. This video was made by me.
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