Your Essential Travel Guide To London
London travel guide
The capital of England and the United Kingdom, London is a hub of British heritage. With historical sites, great culture and a thriving restaurant scene, there’s so much to explore in this vibrant metropolitan city.
In the historic city centre, you’ll find iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. Travelling between attractions is easy and fun with London’s red tourist buses.
Once you’ve explored central London, visit the other beautiful districts. Notting Hill is where you’ll find the internationally renowned Portobello Road Market, while Kensington and Chelsea boasts extraordinary architecture. Explore our guide for everything you need to know about London, including what to visit and how to get there.
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Shopping and Culture
Camden Town and Notting Hill markets are two of London’s top independent shopping destinations, as well as Neal’s Yard in Covent Garden and Brick Lane Market in Shoreditch. Oxford Street and Westfield London are ideal for high-street shoppers, the latter offering over 265 shops.
The Elizabethan Globe Theatre where Shakespeare staged many of his plays resides on the banks of the Thames and still stages plays to this day. The Royal Opera House at Covent Garden is also a must for culture buffs. This is the UK’s main opera house and is where the British Academy Film Awards are presented.
Sightseeing
Pack a picnic and head to one of London’s many green spaces, including Hyde Park or Victoria Park.
Enjoy some of the best views of the city from the London Eye, where you'll see more than 55 famous sights in 30 minutes.
Some of the UK’s best museums and galleries are housed in England’s capital, including The British Museum, Natural History Museum and the National Gallery.
Check out some of the city’s novel attractions such as The London Dungeon or Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum. You can also visit the famous zebra crossing at Abbey Road, immortalised by the eponymous Beatles’ album.
