Things to do in Kingston upon Thames
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Historical Toursfromper adult£95
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- Lou P2 contributionsI attended an event here with Time & Leisure - it was excellent. Well done The Rose Theatre. Reminded me I need to visit. The staff were great and environment was great.Written 19 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SOQ2010Massachusetts2,095 contributionsLovely board walk near bentalls mall, mix of old and new buildings nearby . Plenty of restaurants and beautiful views all arround.Written 3 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Trip3910118064910 contributionsThe church is lovely and quiet. It really beats the hustle of the town. The café in the church is clean and welcoming and not to pricey. Lovely jacket potato.Written 1 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- bill sLondon, UK22 contributionsThis is a lively riverside town especially on a summers day with a pedestrianised centre and riverside of cafes and bars. Cross over the bridge and go left along the riverside path and you have a lovely walk into Hampton bringing you to the front of Hampton Court Palace. If you stay on the town side of the river going right, you walk by the river to Teddington Lock. There is nothing nicer on a sunny day than to be around water and boats unless of course it is sitting in a beer garden with a pint!Written 27 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David DDevon, UK20,612 contributionsTuesday afternoon 22nd August and we took a stroll around this historic old market in the heart of Kingston.
Back in the day this was once a bustling market filled with fruit, vegetables, fish and other stalls. It is now predominantly street food stalls.
The triangular shaped market is surrounded by beautiful old Tudor style buildings, mostly shops, worth walking around just to look at the buildings and their ornate fronts.
At the bottom, larger end of the Market stands the impressive Grade II listed, Market House with it's two tall towers, one at each side of the building. It was built in 1840 and served as the town hall until 1935.
The bowed front entrance has balcony above it with a stone balustrade. Standing at the front of the balcony is the guilded statue of Queen Anne, which overlooks the Market.
At the top end of the Market, the apex of the triangle, stands the Shrubsole Memorial. This statue pays tribute to Henry Shrubsole who was mayor of Kingston on three occasions.Written 31 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - guptaetiNew Delhi, India308 contributionsThis is a place we have seen in a lot of movies and pics. Time required at this place is just 10-15 minutes, only to click pics and then you may go to the town market & riverside which are nearby.Written 18 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- amybrushaberLondon, UK277 contributionsThis is a great free place to just “be” with a friend. We sat on a bench along the river and had a delightful afternoon chatting. It is fun to watch boats as well as people walking and cycling on the path to Richmond. There is a bandshell/gazebo that has events in the summer for free. Bring a blanket and it’s your evening sorted.Written 2 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland18,672 contributionsQuaint old bridge that has stood the rest of time in Kingstown on Thames. It spans a little canal / river that joins the Thames.Written 9 January 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CuddsHolyhead, UK6,078 contributionsLoved the Christmas lights and opportunity selfies , the precinct has everything you need and more - food , drink and places for the none shopping fellas to sitWritten 10 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RogerBHeaton, UK3 contributionsThe place is a refurbishment by Kingston Council of a run down piece of brownscape and is today a lovely place to visit. It is well laid out, has lots of seating, flowers, greenery and is an excellent place to take children. There is a cafe on the corner of the garden.
Well done Kingston Corporation.Written 6 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Roger B5 contributionsThere is a good selection of foodstuffs but, apart from the excellent eggs and sausage stalls, it is a bit expensive. Nevertheless it provides a useful service to the community and should be supported.Written 11 December 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JYLZurich, Switzerland1 contributionGreat experience!
We ordered with an apps and get served 15 minutes later
Burger & French fries were good so I can only recommend this placeWritten 21 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kingston upon Thames
- The top attractions to visit in Kingston upon Thames are:
- Riverside Walk
- "Out of Order" by David Mach
- Rose Theatre Kingston
- Ancient Market
- Surbiton Farmers' Market
- The best outdoor activities in Kingston upon Thames according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Canbury Gardens
- Claremont Gardens (Surbiton town centre)
- Kingston upon Thames - Shepperton Ferry Trail
- Berrylands Nature Reserve
- Victoria recreation ground
- The most popular things to do in Kingston upon Thames with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Kingston Escape Rooms
- Escape Hunt Kingston
- Clue HQ Kingston - The Live Escape Game
- Riverside Walk
- "Out of Order" by David Mach