Outernet London is the primary free immersive experience in London, featuring massive, floor-to-ceiling LED screens. It is located directly next to Tottenham Court Road station in The Now Building. It offers free, public access to digital art, music, and immersive cultural exhibitions daily.
What is the best free immersive exhibition in London?
1. Outernet. Outernet is a playground where technology, entertainment, and culture collide in one of the most spectacular, free immersive exhibitions in London. Think of it as the ultimate intersection between the digital world and reality, but without the need for a headset.
Outernet presents The Butterfly Trail, brought to you by Pixel Artworks. Discover a magical new immersive experience which pushes the boundaries of digital design. Experience The Butterfly Trail for free (no ticket required) at The Now Building. Note that viewing times may be subject to change.
Flutter into a world of wonder with our free butterfly trail hunt! Perfect for families, this exciting indoor adventure invites you to follow the clues, search for hidden butterflies, and learn fascinating facts about these colourful creatures along the way. Will you spot all the butterflies and complete the trail?
Outernet is the most visited cultural attraction in the UK, an immersive entertainment district bringing together breath-taking arts, culture and music experiences for all the family. Please note Nike have taken over Outernet this weekend. Discover experiences worth sharing on our interactive, wrap-around screens.
London offers tons of free fun, from world-class museums (British Museum, V&A, Natural History Museum, Tate Modern) and iconic parks (Hyde Park, Regent's Park, Richmond Park with deer) to stunning views (Sky Garden, Primrose Hill) and vibrant markets (Borough, Camden, Portobello). You can also explore diverse neighborhoods like Shoreditch for street art, walk the South Bank for riverside sights, catch free concerts, or see street performers in Covent Garden.
Yes, entry to the main immersive digital art screens at Outernet London (the NOW Building) is completely free, with no booking required for general viewing. You can just walk in to see the large-scale LED displays. However, tickets are needed for specific ticketed events, concerts, and bars/restaurants within the district, such as the HERE at Outernet venue, but the core digital art experience is free.
What is the UK's largest immersive art experience?
The UK's largest immersive art experiences include Wake The Tiger in Bristol, self-proclaimed as the UK's largest and the world's first 'Amazement Park', offering a surreal, self-guided journey through 40+ interactive spaces, and FRAMELESS in London, which is the UK's largest permanent multi-sensory art experience showcasing classic artworks digitally in four galleries. While Wake The Tiger is a unique fantasy world, FRAMELESS offers large-scale digital art from masters like Van Gogh and Monet, both claiming significant scale and interactivity.
No, shows at the Peter Harrison Planetarium in Greenwich are not free; you pay for the show tickets, which are separate from the free entry to some other parts of the Royal Observatory, like the Astronomy Centre galleries. You pay for planetarium shows like a cinema ticket, with adult tickets typically around £12-£12, children £6, and students £9, plus separate admission for the historic Observatory buildings.
In March 2020 UAL announced that they were to close the Drama Centre, following an unfavourable review of the centre's provision for academic development, quality assurance and equal opportunities.
You Can Hold A Digital Butterfly In The Palm Of Your Hand At This Magical Mixed Reality Experience That's Just Landed In The Heart Of London – And It's Completely Free To Visit. The breathtaking Butterfly Trail has fluttered back in to London for a limited run at the UK's most visited attraction.
Most dedicated butterfly gardens and conservatories charge an entrance fee, with prices varying by location and often offering discounts for booking online, children, or seniors, though some special exhibits (like Singapore's Changi Airport or London's Outernet digital trail) can be free, while many museums offer free entry to their butterfly houses on certain days or for members.
Yes, most visitors find Butterfly World worth visiting for its magical experience with thousands of butterflies, diverse species, and additional animal/garden features, though some note it can be pricey for the time spent, especially at the Coconut Creek, Florida location. The UK locations also receive praise for being charming, affordable, family-friendly, and located within larger parks, but a few negative reviews mention concerns about reptile welfare and potential overcharging, so checking recent reviews for specific locations is wise.
