Unusual things to do
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Highgate Cemetery tour

Victorian garden cemetery on Swain's Lane; Marx, George Michael, Douglas Adams, Christina Rossetti. Advance tickets needed; guided tours access areas you can't see alone.

Where
Highgate N6
Format
One-off
Time
2–4 hrs
Cost
££
Solo or group
Solo-friendly
Rain or shine
Outdoor (weather-dependent)
How to get involved
  1. 01Book ahead

    Grab a ticket from the website — these sell out.

  2. 02Turn up and enjoy

    Nothing to prepare; it's a one-off experience.

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