There are plenty of key attractions in London and most of them are well worth their visit. Buckingham Palace, the residence of the British monarch, is open to the public and offers its visitors a peak at some of the worlds most beautiful treasures, sculptures, antiques and paintings, all part of the royal collection. The palace also has a magnificent garden, the biggest one in London, not to be missed.
The Tower of London is one of the most visited attractions in London. The old castle also serves as a museum and offers its visitors a look at the Crown Jewels and much more. Various tours are also available.
The British Museum is one of the world’s biggest museums. Every year about 6 million people come here to see the historical treasures. The exhibitions are enormous and one of the more famous ones is the Egyptian mummies. It will take a lot of time and patience to see everything. Therefore it could be a good idea to visit the museum over the course of several days which works fine since there is no admissions fee.
Houses of Parliament, also known as Westminster Palace, is one of the most well-known and famous landmarks in all of London. Here you will find the clock tower with perhaps the world’s most famous clock - Big Ben.
Shopping in London
London is a fantastic shopping destination. There is something for everyone and many different areas to shop in. A good strategy is to tour one area at a time. Don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking, and make sure to keep your valuables in check.
Around Oxford Street and the Mayfair area you will find plenty of stores. Close to Oxford Street is Bond Street where you will find a plethora of luxurious stores.
Conduit Street and Bruton Street offers stores such as Vivienne Westwood, Stella McCartney, Yohji Yamamoto and Matthew Williamson, just to mention a few. Nearby is also Dover Street Market, popular with the young and hip.
Soho and Covent Garden are great areas of the city, with the latest fashions and many fine stores to choose from. A short visit to Soho can easily turn into an all day affair.
Chelsea, South Kensington and Knightsbridge are areas known for high end shopping with many upscale brands. On Sloane Street in Knightsbridge you will find Prada, Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi and much more.
Dining in London
London offers an enormous selection of restaurants, in every cuisine the world has to offer, such as Indian, Chinese, French and any other cuisine you can think of.
While there are thousands of restaurants to choose from, an option to consider, as long as you haven’t already been, is Mr. Chow. The interior is extravagant and the food is delicious. The Mr. Chow restaurant in London is a true legend and the oldest one of all its sister restaurants.
Nightlife in London
Stepping out in London will make for a memorable night. There are more lounges, bars and nightclubs then one could possibly imagine. Be sure to pick up a copy of Time Out London to see all that the nightlife has to offer.
Egg is the name of a house nightclub that has been very popular for many years. Is it located in King’s Cross, one of the best areas for nightlife. Ministry of Sound is another very popular establishment with the best in clubbing.
London offers an excellent mix of history, attractions, shopping, dining and nightlife. There is so much to do and see that visitors are sure to be pleased.
Hazel Charles - In addition to writing for several magazines, Hazel has studied a variety of subjects at different top universities around the world. She ...
