Tennis fever has once again descended on the south-west London suburb of Wimbledon, with fans flocking to the courts to watch the best players compete. But while tennis is the big draw card of the area, there are plenty of other reasons a trip to Wimbledon could be a great London activity to consider. From pretty parks, a high street lined with tempting eateries and unique stores, and of course one of the world's biggest sporting events, Visit London has shared some of the best things to do.

READ MORE: Top five mountains to visit in Japan, beyond the iconic Mount Fuji Wimbledon is easy to get to from London. You can take a District Line Tube all the way westward, or you can also get to Wimbledon in just 16 minutes by catching a South West Train from London Waterloo. Spanning 460 hectares, there is a lot of ground to cover at Wimbledon Common .

A popular spot for runners, cyclists and just about every other activity imaginable, the Common is photogenic in any season. Spot the swans and other birdlife that live here, or take along a picnic to enjoy by the lake. Brits will also know it as the home of book and TV favourites The Wombles.

 Wimbledon also happens to be the perfect place to try out horse riding. Partly because of the local stables, Wimbledon Village Stables offering beginner rides and partly due to its traffic lights being dedicated to horses (this is a real thing), you couldn't find a better location for equestrian pursuits. There is a small number of windmills.