Best Things to Do in Putney

Putney is a lively district renowned for its scenic beauty, historic landmarks, and an array of exciting activities. Situated next to the Thames River and home to the iconic Putney Bridge, this area offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, attracting locals and tourists alike.

There’s a lot of things to do in the area so here’s a few of the best ones we’ve been at! From comfy cinemas all the way to boat racing events, check out the best things to do in the area!

My Picks of the Best Things to do in Putney

ODEON Luxe

Just a short walk from Putney Bridge you’ll stumble across of Putney’s best cinemas which also serves as one of the most amazing restaurants in Putney. ODEON Luxe is a high-end movie experience that includes plush recliners, fine wines, cocktails, and freshly prepared food that are brought to your seat by friendly hosts.

It’s a great experience to anyone who’s looking to experience the newest movie out as it’s so relaxing! You have food and rows and rows of comfy seats that practically beg you to take a nap in them. You could make a day out of the many places to see along Putney high street and this is the best place to start!

📍26 Putney High St, London SW15 1SN, United Kingdom

Hurlingham Books

Just a short walk from Putney Bridge is one of the finest bookshops in Central London. Just walking around I’m sure this shop would eventually catch your eye as from the outside you’ll see piles and piles of books being stacked together with almost no space in between, so you can bet that you’ll find any book you’re looking for here.

Everything from sheets of music and comedy joke books, to antique college books and lectures, this spot has just about any genre you could think of. I didn’t expect that browsing a bookstore would be lots of fun and as a bonus if you walk west, you’ll find yourself in Fulham Palace.

📍Ranelagh Gardens, 91 Fulham High St, London SW6 3JS, United Kingdom

Fulham Palace

A popular local attraction as it was the palace home from AD 704 to 1973 of the bishops of London. With literally hundreds of years of history tied to it There are a bunch of exhibits and pieces of interests in this building and a gorgeous painstakingly restored Tudor courtyard.

Aside from the fact that the bishops called the palace home, the site features a museum, historic rooms, café, and its botanic garden is open daily. Best part is that for anyone planning a trip to London, the palace is free to visit so you don’t have to worry if it’ll interfere with your budget and the nearby Bishops Park is definitely a must-visit!

📍Bishop’s Ave, London SW6 6EA, United Kingdom

Tequila Mockingbird

 

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What better way of hyping Londoners up to come across Putney bridge and visit the area, than by including one of London’s most famous cocktail bars! Any guide to Putney should include the best bars, pubs and restaurants (which we have by the way, check out our site) so we move on to Tequila Mockingbird.

Tequila Mockingbird in Putney is a must-visit cocktail bar for anyone looking for a fun and lively atmosphere. The bar has an award-winning cocktail menu, and the 2-4-1 offer on all cocktails before 8 pm is great value for money. The stylish furniture and fittings, along with the mint condition facilities, make it a popular local spot whether you want to chill and have a few drinks, or to party!

📍4-6 Putney High St, London SW15 1SL, United Kingdom

Putney Arts Theatre

Putney Arts Theatre is a fantastic community space and venue for theatre productions in the South West London. It’s also home to two theatre groups so you have a wide array of performances from live music, to serious dramas.

Set design and production is super high-quality and best of all, super reasonably priced.  Putney Arts Theatre serves as a community theatre, providing a platform for artists and performers for both Putney locals and visitors.

📍Ravenna Rd, London SW15 6AW, United Kingdom

Oxford V Cambridge Boat Race

An annual rowing competition between the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge is known as the Boat Race. Held for more than 180 years, this historic occasion serves as a symbol of the long-standing rivalry between the two universities. The race is held on the renowned Championship Course along the River Thames in London, a distance of 4.25 miles.

Eight-oared rowing boats are used for competition between the men’s and women’s teams from both universities; the men’s race dates back to 1829, while the women’s race dates back to 1927. Approximately 250,000 people line the riverbanks to watch the exciting competition, making it a major component of British tradition.

📍Putney Embankment, London SW15 1LB, United Kingdom

The Half Moon

The Half Moon is one of the best Pubs in Putney, offering a great selection of drinks and live music performances. The pub has undergone extensive renovations and now boasts a beautiful outdoor seating area, perfect for enjoying a drink along the river.

It’s an amazing rock and roll pub that a lot of the history in the music industry tied to it. Of course, aside from drinks and performances, it’s perfect for lunch or dinner as they also have a delectable brunch menu so you could enjoy classic eggs benedict all while listening to great music!

📍93 Lower Richmond Rd., London SW15 1EU, United Kingdom

Putt in the Park

One of the more fun things to do after a relaxing walk along the river is heading out to this miniature golf course! Aside from the gorgeous green space you can see that stretches out along the Thames. I had the most amazing time at Putt in the Park in Wandsworth Park, which I recently visited!

This is a fantastic location to spend time in the sun and having a great time with loved ones. All ages and skill levels can enjoy the mini golf course because it has a great variety of holes, some of which are quite difficult. It might be a bit damaging to your pride to see you’re 10-year old niece ace a hole-in-one while your golf ball keeps bouncing off the walls.

📍Wandsworth Park, Putney Bridge Rd, London SW18 1PP, United Kingdom

Putney Pies

 

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So we end this Putney Area guide with something I recommend visitors to the area should definitely visit! One of Putney’s most charming qualities is that their bars and pubs not only give you a chill spot to have a few drinks, but they also have tasty and savoury food available, and no ultimate guide to Putney should be complete without the mention of Putney Pies.

Every time I visit the area I always pick up a pie to take home or enjoy from their large selection of beers before heading out again. I had the tender and delicious beef borg. My companion ordered the steak and ale pie, which was stuffed with sizzling brisket-style beef. Every dish is served piping hot and immaculate.

📍2 Putney High St, London SW15 1SL, United Kingdom

Looking for More Guides?

From this list you’d know that there’s still a lot of bars, restaurants, and more places to see in Putney so check out our other guides on where to find them!

While you’re in London, the best thing you could do is head on over to the best comedy club in London! Not only do we have top-notch comedy shows with award-winning comedians, with our bottomless brunch, we also have lots of drinks to make the jokes go down easy!