Your Guide to Visiting The Wimbledon Tennis Championships 2024
Planning to visit Wimbledon during the Wimbledon Tennis 2024? Here’s everything you’ll want to know about…
1 Get last minute tickets to Wimbledon by joining ‘The Queue’
Joining ‘The Queue’ is one of the best ways to get tickets to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships – here’s everything we know about how, where and when to queue for 2024 Wimbledon Tennis Tickets.
2 Book ahead at Wimbledon’s best and most popular restaurants
Book an outdoor table at The Dog & Fox for a prime people-watching spot, or try a table on the pavement at Megan’s. The Ivy Cafe, Patara, Cent Anni and The Orangery at Cannizaro House are great dining options with an up-market feel, or for a traditional pub atmosphere try The Fox & Grapes. Down the hill in the town centre, you have plenty more options, including The Alexandra (pub grub), Roxie (ribs & steak…) Bombay Delight (delicious and authentic Indian food) and Tampopo (East Asian bites). For more info, see our complete guide to Wimbledon restaurants.
3 Explore Wimbledon for all that it has to offer
With several parks and gardens, independent shops and boutiques, two theatres, two cinemas, riding stables and plenty for kids too, Wimbledon has everything you need. If you’re a first time visitor, here’s our top picks from the point of view of a tourist.
4 Visit Cannizaro Park’s breathtaking gardens
Walk through the grassy Wimbledon Common, past Rushmere Pond, and head towards Cannizaro House. To the right of the house you’ll see a grand-looking gated entrance, walk through the gates towards the fountain and you’ll quickly find yourself in one of London’s most beautiful parks. It really is one of Wimbledon’s best kept secrets. Find more ideas in our guide of best things to do in Wimbledon.
5 Shop ’till you drop
Wimbledon Village is full of luxury shops – for womenswear there’s a ba&sh, Boho Beach Fest and Caroline Randell lingerie boutique to name just a few, while beauty fans will love browsing at Space NK. Foodies won’t be disappointed either, with a Prezzemolo & Vitale, Bayley & Sage, Friarwood Fine Wines and Provenance Village Butcher. Literature lovers: make sure you pop in to the independent Wimbledon Books on Wimbledon high street. And for interiors inspiration, there’s a Day True and Le Creuset. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Upmarket department store Elys is just down the road, with a homeware, womenswear, menswear, and childrenswear department. See more in our detailed guides to shopping in Wimbledon town and Wimbledon Village.
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6 Stay in a boutique hotel
Choose from 28 beautifully designed boutique bedrooms at The Dog & Fox, 13 charming rooms at The Rose & Crown, and a further 5 rooms at the Fox & Grapes – and what’s more, they’re all dog-friendly and family-friendly. For a luxe vibe, check in to Hotel du Vin in Cannizaro House. For more ideas, see our guide to Wimbledon Hotels.
7 See the score from the big screen
Didn’t get Wimbledon Tennis tickets? You can still soak up the buzzing atmosphere at the Piazza in Wimbledon town centre, where the Big Screen will be showing all the matches, along with comfy deck chairs for you to kick back in with a refreshing drink. Here are some more ideas on where to watch all the action.
8 Check out these places for refreshment
All this is thirsty work so pop in to one of the areas best cafes for a gorgeous coffee and cake or if you’re in need of a cold pint or glass of wine, then SW19 has a whole range of fabulous pubs you can try.
