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Summer in the City: Lisbon

From historic fado houses to sun-soaked beaches, here are five unmissable things to do in Lisbon this summer.

St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin: The ultimate guide.

Experience the best of Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day with our guide to the city’s top events, activities, and dining spots. Join the festivities with Locke.

Top 6 things to do in London this summer.

From festivals and events to the best restaurants to eat al fresco and roof terraces with a view. Here are the best things to do in London this summer.

Beach day trips from London.

Had enough of London's urban heat and craving seaside air? Check out these beach day trips less than 90 minutes from the city.

Explore like a local: Things to do in Munich.

Discover the best things to do and see in Munich – from cultural hotspots to cool local gems. Explore the city with our insider tips from Locke's House Hosts.

Explore like a local: Things to do in Zurich City.

Discover the best things to do in Zurich, from design-led cafés and lakeside strolls to art museums and indie boutiques. Locke’s visitor guide has you covered.

Best restaurants in Dublin: Where to eat in the city right now.

Looking for the best restaurants in Dublin, from Michelin stars to hidden gems? Our insider guide covers cool foodie spots that locals love in the city centre.

Dog-friendly guide to London: Top places & activities.

Discover London’s best dog-friendly parks, cafés, and attractions with our guide. Plan your pet-friendly trip and stay at a Locke aparthotel in London.

7 unmissable things to do in Dublin this summer

Travelling to Ireland’s capital this summer? Here’s our round-up of the best things to do in Dublin city from May to September 2025.

How to spend 72 hours in Lisbon

Lisbon has everything going for it… But where to start? Read on for your 3-day Lisbon itinerary – long weekend, sorted.

5 day trips less than an hour from Paris

From a fairytale châteaux, to an artistic enclave, to Paris’ underground scene. Discover five car-free day trips from Paris.

Dog-friendly guide to Cambridge: Top places & activities.

Explore dog-friendly Cambridge, from parks and shops to scenic spots. Find the best places and make your trip unforgettable by staying at a Locke aparthotel.

Paris neighbourhood guide: Latin Quarter.

From landmarks, parks and museums to shopping and going out. Check out our favourite things to do in Paris’ Latin Quarter.

Itinerary: 2 days in Paris.

Only got 48 hours in Paris? Here’s your plug-and-play weekend in Paris itinerary – no decisions necessary.

What to do in Paris in February.

February in Paris isn’t all about romance. Check out our favourite things to do in Paris.

Lights on at Locke: Scenic spots for winter sun in Lisbon and beyond.

Lisbon offers the perfect blend of culture, nature, and gastronomy, even in the Winter.

Lights on at Locke: Winter in the city, Zurich.

Want to pretend you live in a festive postcard? Here are six wintry things to do in Zurich.

Lights on at Locke: Discover London’s independent shops for festive treasures.

Gift local with one-of-a-kind treasures and thoughtful gifts.

Lights on at Locke: Cambridge Festive Fun.

Watch Cambridge transform into a festive wonderland come winter. With seasonal markets, holiday fairs, and cosy pop-ups to explore.

Lights on at Locke: Conscious shopping in Manchester.

Stay eco-conscious this festive season. Shop in Manchester's eclectic mix of independent stores and boutiques.

Lights on at Locke: How to celebrate Hogmanay in Edinburgh.

A blow-by-blow itinerary for celebrating New Year’s Eve with gusto in the Scottish capital.

19 Best 3 Day City Breaks in Europe.

From classic capitals to lesser-known places, here’s the best cities to visit in Europe for a 3 day break. Plus the top hotels to stay in when you’re there.

How to spend 5 days in Lisbon.

Who’s got time to plan trips, anyway? Put your Portuguese travels in the trusty hands of Locke’s local Hosts.

My London: Bermondsey and beyond with our House Hosts.

Explore the vibrant neighbourhoods of Bermondsey and South London with our Bermonds Locke house host, Diana.

Your 3-day Lisbon itinerary.

Explore the best of one of Europe’s sunniest capitals with our 3-day guide to Lisbon.

Summer in the City: Manchester.

We partnered with The Flâneuse, Manchester's premier platform for culture, lifestyle, and fashion, to highlight their favourite summer spots in the city.

Exploring Dublin’s coastal gems.

Get out of the city’s hustle and bustle and explore Dublin's coastline with its breathtaking cliff paths, fresh sea air, and panoramic views.

My London: Discovering West London.

Join us as we dive back into our West London series to further explore our vibrant home city.

My London: Exploring East London.

Join us as we dive back into our East London series to further explore our vibrant home city.

Introducing: Hello Charlie.

Now found in both our Dublin properties, Hello Charlie is the latest addition the Locke’s culinary offering.

Behind the Design: Locke de Santa Joana.

Learn more about our collaboration with Post Company and Lázaro Rosa Violán.

My Lisbon: Discovering our newest home with Priscila and Pedro.

We spent some time with Head Host’s Pedro and Priscila to get to know our neighbourhood.

Cultural Connections: Celebrating Community Within Our Properties.

At Locke, we believe in the power of community and open up our spaces to bring people together.

My Global Studio: Logging on from Locke with Chloe Ambrose & Amber Rose Smith.

Discover Turing Locke through two freelance creatives in Locke’s coworking spaces.

The best way to celebrate Graduation in Cambridge.

Your place to stay at Turing Locke.

My Edinburgh: Exploring the city with our House Hosts.

Explore Eden Locke and more through local eyes.

My Munich: Explore the city with our House Hosts.

Explore WunderLocke and more through local eyes.

Edinburgh's creative hubs with Lauren Morsley.

The artist tells us about her keycard design at Eden Locke.

What's on in Munich.

Munich has a packed events calendar. Stay in our two aparthotel locations this summer.

Earth Day: Embracing Urban Rewilding.

This Earth Day we are looking at our Locke properties that have incorporated re-wilding aspects into their design and surrounding areas.

3 Easy Running Routes around Bermondsey.

As the London Marathon approaches, we've mapped out three scenic routes near Bermonds Locke.

Berlin Awakens, Springtime Hotspots around Locke at East Side Gallery.

Berlin local, creator and friend of Locke, Lorena Schi shares her favourite spots around Locke at East Side Gallery, perfect for the new season.

Spring in the city: Lisbon.

To get to know our new home, Lisbon local and photographer Luísa Bravo showed us her favourite springtime spots.

My Global Studio: Logging on from Locke with Aiden Ryan.

We spent the day in Manchester, working alongside Aiden Ryan, the founder of Loaf, home to some of Manchester’s best cakes and a regular at Whitworth Locke.

Introducing: Frequency.

Our latest addition to Bermonds Locke and Locke at Broken Wharf. Frequency will be serving up specialty coffee and delicious snacks and bites.

My Dublin: St Patrick's Day 2025 special.

We headed over to the Emerald Isle ahead of St Patrick’s Day to explore some of Dublin’s best locations for pre and post St Patrick Day.

Beyond Blueprints with Atelier Ochre and House of Dré.

Ember Locke designers Atelier Ochre and House of Dré take us through some of their favourite design aspects you’ll find on property. From chubby chairs to vintage ceramics.

Women on the Frontlines with Elizabeth Okoh.

Buckle Street Studio’s latest art installation is a celebration of the unsung heroines of the pandemic. Encapsulating the stories of ten women who worked in essential industries during the pandemic.