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London is a city that has gone through many regimes and therefore it has seen a number of monuments being constructed by the rulers at that time. Just like the culture the buildings are also a fantastic mixture of old art forms to new art forms. Few of the famous buildings have the architecture dated back to as old as thousand years just like the Westminster Abbey it originally was built somewhere around 1000 years ago and still the spectators look at the monument  in awe. The sky is dominated by the ultra-modern skyscrapers which have come up quite fast during the recent times sharing equal space with the older buildings. The history attached to this city is intact and appreciated, but then that does not deter the new age millennials of showcasing their talent to the world. The city opens up its rich amalgamation of new age fortress versus the old age forts.

The architecture is one of the predominately reasons why the tourist brigade is attracted to come and visit London, as per the latest statistics the city is visited a maximum number of times and falls as one of the most visited cities in the world even the standards don’t fall behind when we take European Union into consideration. The diversity London embraces wherein you can find people walking in from all walks off life from various places makes it a global player to reckon with. It is a financial hub for the businesses and the trades and depicts the largest city with a robust economy in the world.

Since the city is rich in diversity and also an emblem of various cultures there are innumerable activities and sightseeing attractions for all to explore, for sure it does not disappoint the tourist brigade. Although there are a plethora of options to select from while you are spending your vacations, but it equally keeps you confused rather selecting and making a choice becomes even more tricky. Occasionally people feel that a short trip of four or five days can be enough instead London embarks that feeling of no amount of time can make you feel that you have seen enough of this city At this juncture it becomes really helpful to have the top notch places happily selected in your itinerary so that you are less perplexed and more satisfied and plan accordingly.

Vacations in London

Depending upon the kind of interests you have or you endorse every visit to London is a unique trip and mark the words all the trips to this same city will be quite different.

Westminster Abbey

One of the most beautiful architectural design that has been built centuries ago. It has withstood the times and seen histories being made and put to dust. The place has a reverence as it attracts every year millions of visitors to the building who try to explore the sights and visuals and take back with them things or memories. The place is situated in the heart of the city quite close to the Big Ben and the Thames. The place has guided tours which helps the tourists or travelers to have a better understanding of the significance of this building. The place has entry times and charges are also levied on the adult and children crowd. There is also an Abbey shop which gives you a chance to carry some souvenirs for your friends and family, few of my friends staying at hotels near central London  and the Montcalm Hotels London had a collection of amazing merchandise.

British Museum

The British museum is a beautiful monument displaying the English culture and keeping it alive even today, the museum is located in the Bloomsbury area and is open on all the week days from ten in the morning till half past five in the evening. This place has a vast and varied collection of art and artefacts from every corner of the world , it still holds exhibitions on and off with respect to any and every piece of art. For the students it is a learning center where they get to indulge in workshops or classrooms and have a Launchpad to display their work. The place has free entry for all those who are interested.

National Gallery

One of the most prized possessions of the Londoners is the National Gallery situated in the heart of the city in the Trafalgar Square, if you are an art lover or by chance an artist then this is one place you would never ever want to miss. The magnanimous building built in the Gregorian style houses as huge as two thousand plus paintings from various artists.  The place holds exhibitions throughout the year and there are certain events also held for the budding artists. The place is so huge that it might take a complete day to go around and see all the pieces of art. Entry to this is free and more over you will find students hanging around this place quite often.

Tower of London

The Tower of London is a historical monument  which has seen every shade of the color grey from being the Royal highness fortress which would treat the queen well to being a prison where the convicts were prisoned. This is the place where executioners have beheaded the worst of criminals the walls of this place are a witness to the various kinds of atrocities . There are many told and untold stories being woven around this Tower and it is in the best of your interest to become a part of this whole thing and fall in love with the richness and cruelty of the English culture. There is an entry fee levied to this structure and for your convenience, you can also buy them online and secondly, you have audio guides in most of the languages which can be a friend in need for the visitors who are keen to learn more.

These are few of the places that should fall in one’s itinerary as they will let you understand the richness and the grandeur of the English culture and of course in case you are running short of time be prepared to just visit them at least.

History is the first thing pops in your mind when you think of London and why not, given the fact it is the historic heart of UK. Distinct, singular and incredibly rich historical tales and narratives permeate this extraordinary city in the form of its architecture. Almost every corner of the city has an architectural wonder contributing in the century-old history of the city helping it to shape and what it is today.

So, if you ask anyone that has visited the place to pin down three top places of historical significance then, they will pass. It is not only a weird question to ask but difficult too. Yet, the following three are the best landmarks of the city having great historical significance, and some were there since the birth of this nation. When talking about the architecture, the luxury hotels in london like The Montcalm Royal London House are also stunning.

Tower Of London

An established legend of Norman Conquest of England and founded towards the end of it in the year 1066. As a matter of fact, White Tower, which gives the tower its name, was built by William the Conqueror in 1078 representing as a symbol of oppression inflicted on the nation by the new elite rule. The Tower has a grim and bloody history owing to it being a prison and so many prosecutions that took place here. Nonetheless, it is one of the top tourist attraction sites in London tracing the oldest history of the nation. Within the walls, you will discover, a royal palace, powerful fortress, an Armory, a museum.

It was also once the first acclaimed London Zoo, and on visiting the place, you will be able to hear about the great stories of animals and exotic beasts which lived here centuries ago before shifted to ZSL London Zoo. As old as its history says, this place has gone through several restorations over the centuries including the damage from Blitz. 12 acres of land is said to have invested within the walls of this great fort and was initially resented by the people as it represented oppression by the new ruling class.

The amazing fact about this historic building is, at some point in history it had played the role of a royal residence, mint, armory, a prison and still houses the precious Crown Jewels. Te dazzling and the most precious jewels are all kept in this fort. You will be able to hear their stories from Beefeaters, the traditional guides of the tower and also the protector of the precious jewels. In the museum of Crown Jewels, you will also be able to see the crown wore by Elizabeth II during her coronation. 

This place is also said to be haunted by the ghost of Anne Boleyn who was beheaded here in one of the prosecutions. She haunts the fort premises, and many have seen her headless body floating in the air.

Visiting this place is a must if you want to know about the age-old history of the nation and how it transformed in every century helping to shape the nation as a whole.

Houses Of Parliament

Also, known as the Palace of Westminster, Houses of Parliament is the federal seat of Britain comprising of two parliamentary houses namely, Houses of Lords and House of Commons. The most famous feature of the Houses of Parliament is its clock tower, known as Big Ben. The tour of this place lasts for 4 hours, and the structure is more Gothic, and all the coronations of the place are taken place here since the time of William the Conqueror’s crowning in 1066. Many royal occasions have also been held here like the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

In the Palace of Westminster also sits the Government of the nation. In the mid-eleventh century, King Edward the Confessor had moved his court in the Houses of Parliament located on the side of River Thames. Afterward in the year 1265, the Houses of Parliament got divided into two houses, the Houses of Lords and the House of Commons. It is the central seat of government, a position it still holds today.

The place features fully narrated and guided tours starting from the Parliament Square. You will get a chance to walk along the aisle where Kate Middleton and Prince William first walked as a married couple, as a part of the tour. Then, there is Coronation Chair, where the British Royals have been crowned for hundreds of years. It also places the oldest garden in the city where famous graves of people like Charles Dickens, Spencer, Hardy and many other famous writers are placed.

Pass through the St Stephen’s Hall; the tour ends at the 900-year-old Westminster Hall where people like Guy Fawkes was tried, and in more recent years, Nelson Mandela has given a speech here. There are also places like Elizabeth Tower and Victoria Tower within the Westminster Abbey covered in your tour.

Churchill War Rooms

As a part of Imperial War Museum, Churchill War Rooms is one of the exciting places to be and learn about the life of great leader like Winston Churchill during the WWII. Hidden beneath the streets of Westminster, the underground bunker had protected the secrets and staffs of the Great Britain’s Government during the WWII. This is the place where Churchill and his inner associates plotted and planned a route to victory over the Allied powers.

The tours consist of the walking in footsteps of Churchill and have a glimpse of life that was during the tense times of WWII. Step back in time in Map Room where Churchill and his War Cabinet used to meet. Things are also kept as it is after the lights were switched off in 1945.

You can also be a proud owner of the authentic replica of the clock that sued to hang in Cabinet War Rooms during the time of War.

These top attractions sites will give you a detailed history of the nation at different times.

London is known for its extravagant living, upmarket boutiques and mile straits of high-street shops, however, it is not overly famous for grabbing a bargain. If you enjoy hunting for a discount or digging for hidden treasures amongst the stalls, believe it or not, London has a lot to offer you with its wide range of markets that harbour everything from antiques to fashion, from Leadenhall go Netil, the stalls reach from far and wide and are guaranteed to have something that you will fall in love with without emptying your bank account.

Camden Market

Possibly the most famous market in the city, Camden Market is situated a short walk away from the Park Grand Paddington Hotel and it is the fourth most popular tourist destination in London. Camden Market is made up of subsections of larger markets such as Camden Town and Camden Lock and it is famous for selling a wide and eclectic range of products such as fast food, clothing, furniture and other collectibles. Some stalls are opened throughout the week but the main trading time is the weekend with over 100,000 people visiting the market over Saturday and Sunday. It is definitely one for the tourists, just don’t forget to haggle.

Portobello Road Market

Less than 20 minutes away from the hotels near Bayswater Tube Station lies Portobello Road Market. If you are an avid antiques collector then this is the market place to visit as it has been deemed the largest antiques market in the world, housing 1,000 dealers with an array of collectibles and antique furniture and trinkets for you to haggle your way through. Saturday is the day to visit when the market is in full swing with hagglers, traders and street performers.

Like Camden Market, Portobello Market is made up of several smaller markets along different roads and streets; Chepstow Villas and Elgin Crescent is where you can find the antiques selection with silver, glassware, books, coins and other collectibles from BC up until 1960’s. Elgin Crescent to Talbot Road is the food stalls where you can buy a whole host of fruit, vegetables, cakes, bread, fish and cheese. Scattered around different sections is the fashion part of the market, where you can purchase anything from the latest trends to vintage pieces; there are even stalls from budding new fashion designers where you will be able to get your hands on clothing that maybe worth three times the price in the future.

Leadenhall Market

One of the oldest markets in London, Leadenhall Market dates back to the 14th century and is located a tube ride away from The Piccadilly London West End on what used to be the very centre of Roman Londinium. It is just over the road from the famous Gherkin building and sells a range of delights such as flowers, meat, fruit, cheese and vegetables with a few commercial sites scattered around, such as a bookshop and clothes shops. It is well known for its structure and decoration with a stunning green, cream and maroon interior and a richly decorated roof which was designed in 1881 by Sir Horace Jones. The structure alone makes this market a tourist destination and the market has been used in many films and television programmes; it was used as Diagon Alley in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone as well as being used in the following six films and it was used as the setting for a banquet for the television programme The Great British Menu.

Broadway Market

Just outside the main city of London is Broadway Market, a typical market place where traders sell their homegrown or handmade products. Some stalls trade throughout the week but it is on Saturday that the market flourishes with its array of freshly baked breads and cakes, flowers, meats, fish, jewellery and clothing. It is open from 7.30am until 6pm and there are a good selection of cafes and restaurants around the market if you needed to refuel.

Netil Market

Netil Market is the younger sister of Broadway Market and it has flourished since its birth in 2011. Instead of selling antiques or bric-a-brac, it is the place where budding new artists, designers and bakers showcase their talents and their artistic wares. It is open 7 days a week with Saturday being market day; this is when outside traders join the residents at the market.

There are a wonderful mix of stalls in Netil Market such as FIELD of London, that create stunning bouquets and arrangements from locally sourced flowers. They usually add a slight twist to traditional displays to add their own touch to the piece and you can even arrange a monthly delivery with them too. Mabel’s Attic is a dream for any vintage lover with a stunning pieces from the late 1800’s right up to the 80’s, so if you’re looking for a delicate Victorian blouse or a funky 80’s skirt, Mabel’s Attic has you covered.

If you have a passion for unique jewellery then take a look at We Are Arrow and Rebecca Gladstone at the market. These ladies have a unique approach to their jewellery designs; Tatiana from We Are Arrow incorporates the ancient technique of wax casting to create her pieces which gives each piece a slight imperfection which makes each creation completely unique. Rebecca Gladstone was an Art & Design teacher who creates stunning geometric shaped accessories with sharp cutting lines and beautiful graphics in silver and in bronze. Her jewellery is for those who like to make a bold additional statements to their outfits while Tatiana’s are less polished and much softer. Both ladies can be found in the market and can do commissions so if you have an idea in mind, head down to their stalls for a chat.

As well as an opticians, a barber’s, a bicycle shop and a brewer supplier, there is also an incredibly quirky card shop that provides tongue-in-cheek celebrations cards for any event. These are unique to Netil Market and are inspired by day to day events, celebrities and London itself, so if you like a card with a difference that makes you giggle then get yourself to The Naughty Little Card Shop.

The London Underground is an incredibly convenient way of travelling around the city. It covers the centre of London and the surrounding areas and it has been divided into 5 zones, making it easy for those living on the outskirts to get into the city for business or pleasure. The London Underground was constructed towards the end of the 19th century with the Metropolitan Railway becoming the world’s very first underground rail, using gas light and wooden carriages. From there, it expanded to the District Railway which completed the Circle Line and has gone from strength to strength, adding another 8 stations to form the underground that we know today. It really was, and still is, a feat of engineering and, even though you do have to experience it at least once on your trip to London, it isn’t a very good way to travel if you want to watch London pass by or you get claustrophobic because, especially during rush hour, you will be squished in a carriage like a tin of sardines.

To really experience London and to be able to breathe efficiently, it is best to travel above the ground. If you find travelling by train is the best way to travel for you then you could always take the DLR line which travels along parts of East London. The side of the city usually isn’t the first place tourists visit but it is packed full of history, riverside pubs and shopping experiences and is well worth the trip. The best thing about the DLR is the views that can be seen while darting over the tracks, you can even catch a glimpse of the Cutty Sark and, if you get off at Greenwich, you can head the the Nautical Museum, the Royal Observatory and the Meridian Line.

Black cabs are great, especially if you love an adrenaline rush, because these guys will dart into the smallest spaces available on the roads but, with that said, these drivers know the city like the back of their hands and they can guide you to the nearest Kensington hotel London with their eyes shut (although this is not recommended). Before gaining their taxi licence, all future black cabbies must sit The Knowledge Taxi test which requires the learner to know no fewer than 320 routes, 20,000 landmarks and 25,000 streets; it has been dubbed one of the hardest tests in the world and there is little wonder why. It can take a wannabe cabbie 2 to 4 years to learn the knowledge so its most certainly a career choice that must be taken seriously. It is a good way to explore, however, you will not want to travel very far in a black cab as they can be quite pricey, especially when a cabbie conveniently forgets the quickest route to where you want to go.

You cannot visit London and not travel on the iconic red double decker bus. They can be seen throughout the city; whether they’re running a normal service or taking visitors on tours around the famous landmarks, they’re a proud part of London’s history and are used in abundance by residents and tourists alike. The tours begin all over London and covers sites such as Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park which is just opposite the Park Grand Kensington Hotel London, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Westminster and the Tower of London. If you buy an Oyster Card and top it up, you can hop on and off the buses whenever you want and however many times you like.

If you fancy a more unique approach to sight seeing, you have a vast amount of modes of transport to choose from, for example, you could take a relaxing cruise on the River Thames and take in London from a completely different angle, or you could even hire on the of the Boris Bikes and cycle your way through the city. The River route is great for seeing Westminster, including the Palace and Big Ben, Southbank which includes the London Eye, Greenwich and the O2 arena. It is a great way to tie your trip together, especially if you have done a lot of tourist activities in the heart of the city. Alternatively, you could cycle through London; there are designated cycle areas as well as cycle bays to connect your bike to pretty much anywhere. As well as this, these bikes can be ridden through all of London’s parks which makes it another great way to travel, especially if you’re looking to indulge in a spot of Mother Nature. Why not take a ride to watch the sunrise at Richmond Park where the deer will be stalking the grounds then take a trip to Primrose Hill to survey London’s landscape before heading to Grove Park to stargaze at nightfall. All of this and more can be done by bicycle.

The ways to travel that have been listed are all great ways to get around, however, there is always one way that is cheap, a great way to really explore and will lead you to discover things that you wouldn’t see any other way and that is by walking. Your legs is ultimately the only way to see London simply because the city is filled with so many nooks and crannies, so many secret spots that can easily be missed if you’re in the back of a cab or on a bus. It will be tiring but you will thoroughly enjoy the experience, especially if you play the Blue Plaque game where you see who can find the building that housed the most famous person. Don’t forget to take a stroll down the back streets, there’s always hidden secrets waiting to be discovered!

The city of London furnishes one with motivation to appreciate and encounter the best delights. Returned here and take an awesome mix of enchanting pleasures and astonishing guided strolls. These independently directed strolls are a method for returning to the excellence of the city. The walk is a roundabout one so one would return to a similar point where one began from. The Tower Hill Underground Station is a typical place to start this walk. At that point one has the stroll inverse the Tower of London where one would without a doubt appreciate the magnificence of the morning. The greater part of the walk is in the old City of London and one just must be a part of the first conurbation when the city likewise had a divider. The City itself resembles a phantom town when there is nobody amid the ends of the week so one could take their stroll amid a weekday.

While during the time spent planning for the London walk, one can start with putting resources into a decent road delineate would direct the guest through the city. There is the London A – Z arrangement which has an impeccable assortment of reasonable maps for the city. These are constantly accessible in the shops and additionally magazine kiosks. At that point there are different difficulties like intriguing redirections and astounding adjustments which make the entire experience to be sure exciting. Tower Hill is the place many start the stroll from. One takes after the signs and stroll over to the Tower of London while coming down to the side of the Tower towards the fundamental passage. There are offices of open toilets here which clear a path for probably the most intriguing methods for encountering an incredible joy. The Tower of London in certainty is in the south eastern purpose of the city divider where once the stream framed the southern limit of the divider. The Tower of London hence is a notorious structure and is set deliberately against any sort of assault. These foes ordinarily are relied upon to come up the River Thames from the bit of the ocean.

Around 2000 years back, the Romans were the principal ones who could associate with London as a city and in this way started the introduction of the trade part of the wonderful city. There are many good 5 star hotels London where one can have a great day.

As one advances through the River Thames fix directly before the Tower Bridge and London Bridge is an astounding visual excellence. The Pool of London is the following scaffold on the walk and this was at first the Port of London. Today the stream is much smaller and has no marshland like prior days. London Bridge was the first extension that was the main intersection moment that one originated from the ocean. Till the year 1750, London was really having just a solitary extension to cross the Thames. The ferrymen used to procure a considerable amount on account of this scaffold. Over three decades old, it is a noteworthy vacation destination even today. In the event that one is not doing the full walk one can go and investigate Tower Bridge which opened only as of late in 1894. While here one can likewise move in the opposite direction of The Tower Bridge and afterward take after the way of the waterway which bends northwards. As one comes this way one achieves the London Bridge back.

The Monument is a point of interest structure and is exceptionally close to the London Bridge. One however must be cautious and cross the street as it is much occupied with movement. There are numerous ways one could appreciate the general involvement and as one ascensions up the Fish Street Hill the delights of the walk turn out to be twofold established. At that point there is the excellence of being a part of the Fish Street Hill delights and as this is the main street that goes northwards for all the activity, it turns into a flag of additional to come when somebody is originating from Westminster subsequent to intersection the superb London Bridge. One needs to keep up to be on the correct hand side of the street and as one twists to the correct one finds the Monument. The Montcalm is one of the best places here.

As one clears a path through the walk, one is helped to remember the staggering flame that softened out up the city route in 1666. This really crushed a large portion of the city and the Monument is a dedication for this specific occasion. At a stature of around 205 feet, this is practically equivalent to the separation to the bread cook's shop which lies in the Pudding Lane. It is this place where the fire started. The Monument is a perfectly built tall stone section and in certainty the tallest in the whole world. It has a vase of blazes on top. Christopher Wren planned this and he additionally is a similar one who is in charge of the development of the St. Paul's Cathedral where one can visit later amid the walk. One gets an awesome view from the top.

As one advances in the walk, one is met with the auxiliary brilliance of The Gherkin. This lies along Monument Street and is toward the Tower of London. It is drawn closer from Pudding Lane by taking a left turn. The fire started appropriate here and really devastated 15000 houses and 87 places of worship. The fire assaulted for over five days and one shivers to think about this catastrophe as one clears a path through the city.

The Lloyds is another vital structure that is unmistakable in visits here. There is Fenchurch Street and as one goes straight over the Philpot Lane drives one towards Lloyds. Today known as Lime Street, the Lloyds in London is a noteworthy sight in strolls around the city.

London is a flawless city with the best sorts of historical centres thus many spots of intriguing engineering to visit. This is something that one truly adores in this part of the world. As one search for something in the British capital one can't look any further and whether it is nourishment, brandish or some other such thing that interests one then one can in certainty do things that are truly surprising for the city. The city is celebrated for its normal stuff like hotel in Paddington , parks, gardens thus numerous different spots and one just needs to clear a path for the best sorts of travel encounters. This is the reason one ought to clear a path for the best of travel remains appropriate here in the delightful city loaded with perfect travel encounters to reclaim.

The London Skittles are an extremely fascinating method for getting a charge out of the stays in the city. The game is fundamentally the same as tenpin knocking down some pins and as opposed to utilize a rocking the bowling alley ball the players as a rule attempt to toss done the arrangement of nine pins with the assistance of a major hunk of cheddar. This is unbelievable and this is the reason that it is a strange thing to do here. The cheddar is tossed as well as moved to the rear way in the famous amusement. This is the reason the diversion is so celebrated furthermore is known as the Old English skittles. There are many spots where skittles are regular and one uses wooden balls instead of have little bits of cheddar. So on the off chance that one needs the genuine encounters then one can go to the Freemasons Arms where this is played on all Tuesday evenings from 8 to 11 in the night.

This is yet another unordinary thing that one can do and the sepulcher is directly underneath the St. Martin in the Fields in Trafalgar Square where one can see the Brass Rubbing Center. This is where guests as a rule have pictures of everything ideal from the astounding knights in their sparkling protective layer to the brilliant Shakespeare. One can likewise take this home. The staffs here permit one to utilize papers and wax and afterward one just must be a specialist in doing this. The rubbing for the most part costs cash and this is subject to the size.

This is again another uncommon thing that one can do in visits here. The Knights Templar visit is the visit to the Temple Church which was developed path back in the twelfth century. It was worked by the Knights Templar which was to be sure an exceptionally powerful request of the ministers who waged holy war and were made well known by Dan Brown the creator of The Da Vinci Code. The building at first was made famous by this book and is today a position of unordinary encounters. The building was at first utilized for the start services and guests today appreciate the marble likenesses of knights being covered on the grounds.


This is again one of the renowned graveyards that were developed in the nineteenth century .This is definitely a standout amongst the most delightful places and is a frightful place to visit. The graveyard has two divisions one is the Eastern Cemetery where one can discover the tombs of incredible identities like Karl Marx, Douglas Adams, George Eliot and such outstanding people. Visiting the British Library

The British Library has a ton of presentations which is impermanent as well as perpetual and they incorporate many showcases that demonstrate the Magna Carta with unique original copies alongside the firs folio from Shakespeare. The section is free for all and it is for sure a profitable ordeal. This is a place where one gets the most stunning verifiable archives.

The Dans Le Noir is a beautiful eatery where one can eat the dinners in an absolutely dim room. The whole idea of eating oblivious started in Paris and today it is directed to keep the faculties wakeful furthermore to enhance the taste and also the possess a scent reminiscent of the sustenance. For some great visually impaired tasting one can even pick an astonish menu and subsequently appreciate the general encounters of having something abnormal to do.

The Sherlock Holmes Pub is a place where one can have a half quart and appreciate the investigator feel. The place has a portion of the best feel that one can identify with and the genuine draw here is the style. The zone upstairs is an imitation of the study room that Sherlock utilized and the bar is found at 10-11 Northumberland Street in Westminster. The criminologist alongside the sidekick typically used to have their discussions here.

This is somewhere else which is perfect for all Harry Potter fans. On the off chance that one wishes to go to the Australia House which is the High Commission of Australia found on the Strand then one can discover this building extremely interesting for sure. The building was before intended to be a part of the bank in the Potter motion pictures and is not open to open be that as it may. One enjoys looking through the entryways. Paddington Court Hotel is a hotel nearby.

Going to Platform 9¾ is another irregular feel in the city and this is again for Potter fans as this film is situated at King's Cross Station. This is the place wizards and witches go to take the prepare to Hogwarts in the Potter motion picture. The place is truly fascinating with the stuck in the divider gear truck which is situated on to the other side of the station.

Going by London in this way has its own one of a kind and uncommon encounters.

One of the major components of a trip is its sightseeing. Imagine a trip which does not feature sightseeing in its itinerary. Impossible to imagine, right? Now imagine a place that has no places to sight see at all. Worst than ever, right? So whenever we plan a trip we tend to think of places to visit that has a lot of places to sight see. Out of all the places we have visited in the world we also tend to find places that has places worth sightseeing which is worthy of both adults and children alike. So that even we are travelling solo or with family, we do not have any issues of sightseeing and we never lose the track of the places that we are going for.

London, for instance is one of the best places that you can visit. Apart from it being culturally rich, it is also sightseeing rich. You get to see a lot of places and you also have a lot of facilities there for the travellers and tourists who always work new ways to ensure that you do have a great trip there. For a regular visit who tends to visit and travel at places, it is not foreign that there are a lot of places that attract a lot of expenses whenever they are chosen. London has also found a great way to beat such blues, you can now get the London Pass which would ensure that you do not have to spend a hefty amount of money for the sightseeing that you would love to do. Also, you can then skip the queues that might be there in front of the attractions and get inside quicker than the others.

First the question arises that what exactly is the London pass. Now the London pass is a pass which ensures that you get to see the attractions in a much lesser amount and not have to stand in a queue when you get there. You get the London pass in a lot of variants. These variants include the 1 day pass to the 2 day, 3 day, and 4 day and so on. If you ask how many attractions fall under the jurisdiction of the London pass then it is told that you can get a total of 60 attractions on the London Pass. The passes include them of being an adult pass and a child pass which makes sure that you do not have any kind of problem in the attractions and even at understanding which belongs to whom. The passes are wonderful value of money and they are so pocket friendly that once you have been there, you would love to get more of those passes and visit the place for another time.

If you are a tourist and now that you have the London Pass, you would want to see hotels for yourself where you would stay during your visit in London. The Park Grand London Kensington is one such hotel where you can stay during your visit to London. Why? Because the hotel is located centrally and is also accessible through all places and tube stations along with the other means of transport which makes sure that you would not have to face any kind of problem while you are there and you would also be able to transport from one place to the other and then to and from the hotel any time you wish to without any kind of problem. The hotels near Hogarth road have staff and security top notch along with facilities and that would ensure that you return to them again whenever you visit London.

Now the question remains that where would you be able to use the London Pass? The London Pass can be used at 60 different attractions that circle London and form their heart. Such places are also marked inside the guidebook that comes along with the pass. The guidebook has it all whenever you would need it and even if you lose it then you need to know that the London passes is redeemable almost everywhere. To start off, you can go with the basic London Bridge along with a few museums such as the Old Operating Theatre and Herb Garret. That and you can take a walk beside the mighty Thames River and enjoy your time there taking in the fresh air and clicking pictures at the picturesque place.

You can then go for the Design Museum where it is sure that you would get many new information on the places and the fashion statement there. For the alcoholics, you can head towards the distilleries near Kennington which would give you the fresh brew. Not only that, if you want to, then you can spend a whole day there and even learn the process of distilling from there. This along with ending your day with a trip to the Imperial War Museum can get you a lot of interesting tid bits of the place. You can then return to your hotel and get a sleep only to get ready the next day for another fun filled day.

The Florence Nightingale museum is there to take your breath away on this London Pass list where you can also go and change into the nurse outfits and get yourself clicked. The Westminster Bridge is there to calm your senses after a great trip at London. The Westminster abbey is there to light up your senses. One of the major reasons why you should get yourself a London pass is that it allows you to visit all the major attractions of London at a considerably low cost which makes sure that you have a great sightseeing trip there with the best of what you can get. There is something for everyone with the pass which can be redeemed in return of fun, frolic and beautiful times ahead. Get your bags packed and don’t forget to get yourself a London Pass so that you can see a never seen before London.

Rules, regulations, and trends often change in London and people that are visiting the place on equal intervals must be known to it. Knowing the latest happenings in the city will let the regular visitors stay updated with the ongoing trends. Similarly, it is also helpful for the people that are visiting this city for the first time. They will not have to face any discrepancy while traveling across the city or while sightseeing.

When talking about trends and regulations, some things are there in the city, which never changes. Like for example, when you are wishing to stay at any 4 star hotels in kensington london or London Kensington hotel, advance booking is highly recommended, and when you are booking online, you might also get some exciting deals and offers. Here, you will get to know all the latest trends that are prevailing in the city right now.

Oyster On The Verge Of Becoming Obsolete

Oyster was an important component of traveling in London. However, as per the latest trends, the Oyster cards are also becoming obsolete as the Londoners do not bother to use their cards anymore, or they use it whenever it saves money and makes the travel worthwhile by using it. Instead of using the Oyster cards, the Londoners are now using contactless credit and debits cards, which charge the same as Oyster cards, would.

At the same time, it also saves a lot of time which was otherwise invested to the queue to top up the Oyster Cards. The only time when travelers use the Oyster Card is when it is attached to some sort of rail card. And, in this case, it helps in saving the money. In this way, travelers and visitors can enjoy traveling throughout London without waiting in queues or finding changes while on a bus.

Citymapper Pre-Visit Download

Are you interested in knowing how Londoners have managed to understand their different commutes and also use them in style and with ease every day? Well, the answer is they have not really nailed it but, most of them have Citymapper on the phone. Otherwise, they also do a quick TFL search before leaving on a bus route or when getting other side of the river. So, whether new in London or not, you can also get this app on your phone before going on a trip. You will be saved from a lot of stress and will enjoy a comfortable journey and sightseeing in London.

Oxford Street Not The Only Option

The idea of shopping in London is quite big, and when it comes to it, amongst all the locations, Oxford Street comes first in mind. It is true that there are some great shops in this location and also makes a perfect place for night time fun or to see some stunning Christmas decorations. However, you will find these great shops elsewhere also. And to be true, if you are willing to get your own quirky and vintage item, look elsewhere for a better collection like Camden Market, Covent Garden and also Spitalfields also.

Dining Expensive Is Not Necessary

Go for trial card if you will be eating out a lot in the city. This will help you knock off, 50% of you bill in many places across the city. You can use Groupon for restaurant deals and also ask the locals where you can get cheap grub to grab a bite. You might find many Londoners knowing where you find ridiculously cheap yet delicious and healthy food. This will also be a great way to socialize with you in this vibrant city.

Thursdays Are The New Fridays

After spending a long tired week and commuting through London transportation, every Londoner is ready to relax and let off some steam by the time it is Thursday night.  Friday is not that big deal, and most of the Londoner will skip the Fridays and head towards Saturdays after enjoying a relaxed and fun night on Thursdays. On this of the week, the bars are usually rammed up with locals enjoying a jolly good time and almost forgetting that they have to get up early the next day and go to work.

Free Access To Museums And Galleries

One of the best things about this capital city is, its most popular whereabouts ensures free entry. Be it the Natural History Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern and also the most stylish Victoria & Albert Museum. Sure, there will be some special exhibits in these places for which you have to pay a fee but, it is completely worth it, and it will not pinch a hole in your pocket. London is the boiling pot of art and culture, and you must pay a visit to its popular galleries and museums for free.

Go For Day Trips

London has so many sites that usually you will spend a day here running from one location to another and seeing various attractions of the city. However, day time in London tends to get much exhaustive as there are crowd and commuters running across the city. So, take your time off and enjoy some day trips outside the city and relax while enjoy the scenic beauty. Take your time off and visit places like Cambridge, Oxford, Bath and Brighton for day trips.

Standing On The Right

One thing you must keep in mind that, while using an escalator in tube stations, never to stand on the left side and block the fellow commuter in a rush. It is an unofficial rule that all Londoners using tube as a mode of transportation knows that standing on left side of the escalator is not the rule. Instead, you need to stand on the right side and in one single line not, side by side to leave space for the fellow people pass by.

Do Not Shy Away

It might sometimes seem that Londoners are not that friendly and self-entitled. But, that is not the truth as most of the present Londoners have some time in their life have been new in the city and have managed to establish somehow or by asking the fellow Londoner until they have been accustomed completely.

London’s iconic attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye, Tower of London, Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, Harrods and Oxford Street have become household names throughout the world as people immediately associate them with the very mention of London. However, the city has a lot more in its underbelly than merely these famous landmarks. There are a number of secret hidden corners and little-know attractions that not many people are aware of and if you wish to explore this aspect of the city, it is best to take the unique walking tours that will reveal a different side of London. The tour guides will provide enough pertinent information regarding these places to completely baffle you.

Walk. Eat. Talk. Eat Farringdon Gin Tasting Tour: By taking this tour you can realise the glory of Britain’s cultural beverage, Gin & Tonic, which has been exported to all parts of the world. The guide for the tour customises each tour for the members of the group, depending on the time of the year and what is taking place in the area. In one such tour, you may be starting off with tasting a Duffin (the Beas of Bloomsbury combo of a doughnut and muffin) while enjoying a hot gin punch at a pub and then proceeding to another one for a festive ham sandwich paired with a Slipsmith Sloe gin and tonic. On the way to another pub, the guide will give you some information regarding the history of gin in London before you taste genervers, a Belgian fruit gin and unable to resist the cravings of your sweet tooth, you might be enjoying some chocolate fondue. The next stop of the tour will take you to another place serving a Flintlock (a combination of Beefeater 24 gin, gunpowder and tea tincture, dandelion & burdock bitters combined with Fernet Branca) that will completely amaze you. Finally, you will come to a place where you will taste Crostini plates while sipping a choice of Bombay Sapphire, Oxley or Adnams Copperhouse. This tour takes place on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm and on second and fourth Saturday at 2:45pm.

If you are visiting London, it would be a good idea to stay at a Hotel near Paddington Station as this close proximity to the station will prove to be best for getting easy links to all over Londo9n, especially to Heathrow Airport.

Jack the Ripper Walking Tours: If you wish to get a feel of the gruesome and macabre past that lurks behind the shadows in London and would like to try and solve the unsolved murder mysteries and unravel century-old secrets of the city, you must join one of these tours that will take you to the notorious East End of London. In Victorian London, Jack the Ripper’s Autumn of Terror reigned supreme terrorising residents and tourists. Many of his crimes in history have not been solved till date. If you wish to put your detective skills to test, just take this tour and visit the murder sites and investigate the suspects with the help of the tour guides. The tour traversing the hidden alleyways and secret hideaways of London starts at Tower Hill with an informative commentary by the tour guide transporting you back to 1888 and to the scene of the crimes, luring you to solve one of London’s most fascinating unsolved mysteries. The tour takes place daily at 7pm.

Guests staying at Park Grand London Hyde Park can enjoy luxurious accommodation with the best of facilities.

Shoreditch Street Art Tours: A visit to London without taking a Shoreditch Street Art tour would be incomplete as you would be missing out on the vibrant and colourful culture of street art, murals, cafes, bars, galleries, restaurants, fashion and markets that Shoreditch has to offer. You will be able to see the creations of street artists from London’s East End and the UK, as well as the skills of international artists from all over Europe and elsewhere in the world. You will be simply left aghast by the changing kaleidoscope of creativity and energy that has been depicted on the walls of Shoreditch. It will also provide a unique insight into the veins of London through the works of some of the greatest street artists. You will also be able to see some of the historic sites of the area along with some hidden gems of the city. It will reveal a completely new facet of Shoreditch.

London Photo Walking Tours: If you are interested in photography and love to find interesting subjects to capture in your camera, taking a London photo walking tour will be the ideal thing to do. Some of the tours will take you on an adventure trip to discover secret sights and the hidden history of London, giving you an opportunity to take photographs of little-known places. You will also be able to take photos of interesting tourist spots, away from the presence of other tourists. Whereas you can not only see the famous attractions but also the off-the-beaten track where you can get some unusual perspectives of the famous landmarks that you will be able to capture and take home these unique perspectives. Such tours are one of the most exciting new walking tours taking you to both classic London landmarks and also hidden gems and with the advice of the tour guides, you will be able to take some perfect snaps. The tour lasts two hours and will enable you to get a taste of London in a short time.

Harry Potter Walking Tour: Harry Potter books and films are extremely popular both with adults and kids who would love to know more about the real-life locations where the Harry Potter film series have been shot. This tour will take you to many of these places as well as to those that inspired the author of these books. Some of these places include Number 12 Grimmauld Place, the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron and the inspiration for Diagon Alley.

In the event that you have shy of time on your London visit then you have to go for the best places. There are beat five attractions that you can visit in the base time. You can experience the data and choose the visit arrange. London is one of the best urban communities in UK and this is a place that can serve to everybody's advantage. Whether you cherish history, culture or whatever else, these five attractions will fulfil every one of your longings.

Buckingham Palace is a standout amongst the most gone to royal residences on the planet. This is an absolute necessity visit put for the history partners. Today the imperial mews, state rooms and ruler's exhibition is open for open visit. This is the place you can learn history. There are likewise numerous occasions that occur in this landmark. They additionally have a few shows that individuals can appreciate. These presentations are free and you can most likely partake in the displays. Shaftesbury Paddington hotel is very close from the palace.

Tower of London is the place that you can't generally miss. Not only the notable royal gems for showcase, children can likewise whizz at the covering set in the white tower, be intrigued by the story of the magnificent Royal Menagerie and have a stroll around the wicked tower where a Lord Chancellor, Two Archbishops of Canterbury, and Sir Walter Ralegh were caught. This place is exceptionally notable among the voyagers from everywhere throughout the world.

Madame Tussauds is one of the best exhibition halls on the planet. The exhibition hall has many wax symbols of numerous well known regal identities including TV begins, cricketers and so forth. This is enormous historical center where you are permitted to bring snaps with the symbols even you can touch the icons. Here your kids can likewise find out about the renowned individuals. This is the considerable place to spend the entire day.

This setting is not prudent for old individuals, individuals with week heart or little children. You can take your more seasoned kids. This is one of the scariest fascinations the city has. The fatal ensembles and the unnerving environment will give you an extraordinary affair. As you take a visit to the London connect you can investigate every one of the stories that cover London at the season of Roman intrusion and through to the present circumstances both the London connect involvement and London tombs. There is only a ticket for the two scenes and this spot is justified, despite all the trouble.

London Dungeon is another scariest scene in the city where there are more than 14 appears in the 90minutes visit. In the visit there are fatal live performer’s furthermore three rollercoaster rides. Here you can find out about the history going back to extremely old circumstances. On the off chance that your children cherish the awful history books, TV shows, or occasions, they will appreciate this scene. On the off chance that you need to appreciate this place then you need a decent convenience. There are numerous great London Piccadilly hotels you can have an extraordinary remain. You can book your inn room online ahead of time and make the excursion extraordinary.

There are likewise numerous other great spots to visit and appreciate on your short visit. On the off chance that you are ravenous then you can go to the block path and move around a few bistros and eateries. Here you can appreciate the worldwide cooking. Stratford is an adoration place to visit. This is best for those searching for a diversion. There are numerous silver screen corridors around there. The range likewise makes them shop boulevards and shops with the enormous brands. Marilyn Monroe photography presentation is something that you can appreciate. This place is best for the workmanship significant others. This is where shopping and diversion go as an inseparable unit.

Shoreditch is a place where you can appreciate best bars furthermore some melodic shows. The region additionally has a few bistros. In the bars you can pick a most loved drink and see the occasions. This region is additionally great to remain. There are numerous great lodgings like the Shaftesbury Suites London Marble Arch where one can have an extraordinary remain. The rooms in the inn are open and also agreeable. The inn gives you the best offices. The inn staff will get you best administrations. It might be a cookout or a business visit, the inn has much to provide for everybody. You can result in these present circumstances incredible place to appreciate a considerable measure.

The city has numerous exhibitions. The vast majority of them are free and you can take in more about the history. The Whitechapel Gallery is a place to investigate the colossal work of art done by old craftsmen. The Whitechapel Gallery is a place where you can see the work of art done by awesome old specialists. The display highlights fine art done by many known craftsmen like the Jackson Pollock, Pablo Picasso, Sophie Called and Mark Rothko. This display is an unquestionable requirement look for workmanship beaus. The White Cube is likewise an extensive presentation put that can be an extraordinary setting for the vacationers. This place is gone by and appreciated by huge numbers of the famous people. There is likewise a film hall where you can see some little documentaries.

So now here you have known more about the main five things that you can do in this astonishing spot. These are must do's of your London trip. You can likewise bring a printed delineate you with the goal that you go at the ideal place. On the guide you can check out the spots of interests with the goal that you can make the visit arrangement in the correct way. So simply arrange the visit appropriately and appreciate it taking care of business.

One of the salient features of London is that it attracts people with different interests as it has plenty to offer for each one of them. As such, tourists who are interested in sightseeing can find a whole lot of attractions such as London Eye, Houses of Parliament, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and many more; visitors interested in cultural centres can find about 200 museums such as the Tate Modern and Natural History Museum and about 850 art galleries along with plenty of theatres where they can satisfy their cultural instincts; and people who are history buffs can find places such as Westminster Abbey or the Tower of London that are steeped in history. The following are some of the most famous attractions in London.

London Eye: This giant Ferris wheel can take you up to a height of 443 feet over the city of London where you can get splendid views of the city. London Eye has become extremely popular as its capsules move at a very slow speed to the extent that you can even board it or get off when the capsule is at ground level without the wheel stopping. An estimated 3.5 to 4 million people take a ride on this giant wheel every year. It also affords the opportunity for booking an entire capsule for holding a party or for more intimate rides. The views that it offers give you an entirely new perspective of the city.

St Paul’s Cathedral: It is one of the most famous and eye-catching landmarks of London having a height of 111 feet. There are now many skyscrapers that try to engulf it but it has a charm of its own and a lasting appeal, unscathed by time. It is the venue of many royal weddings and birthdays and funerals of Britain’s important personalities in various fields of life. It was reconstructed after the Great Fire of 1666 and miraculously survived the bombings of World War II. It presents medieval relics in the crypt and beautiful Victorian mosaics and once you climb to the top of the dome, you can enjoy spectacular views of the city.

British Museum: This famous museum exhibiting human history and culture was founded in 1753 and is free to enter. Having a collection of around 7 million objects with some of them being more than 10,000 years old, it has a grand columned entrance through which you can walk and then go through a glass domed Great Court. Many of its exhibits relate to relics of ancient Egyptian and Greek empires and unveil the greatest cultural achievements of mankind. Objects from all over the world are exhibited here covering the entire span of human history and also the pre-historic period.

Tower of London: In existence since 1078, this fortress has been used for a variety of purposes such as a prison, torture chamber, execution venue, mint and as the home of the Crown Jewels. In modern times it is a treasury museum and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It consists of a number of buildings around a central tower. Some very famous people such as Sir Walter Raleigh and Anne Boleyn, who was one of Henry VIII’s wives and was beheaded here, have been held prisoners here. Important features include the Beefeaters and the Ravens. Among the Crown Jewels are two largest cut diamonds in the world.

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National Gallery: It is home to a large range of European art covering the period from 1200 to 1900 and is located in the heart of Trafalgar Square. Some of the most important paintings of the world dating back to the 13^th century are among its permanent collection that boasts of having works by some great painters such as Titian, da Vinci, Rembrandt, Monet, Renoir, Cezanne, Raphael and Van Gogh. It offers free admission as well as extended opening hours. Many of the greatest works of European art are exhibited here.

HMS Belfast: Moored on the River Thames at Morgan's Lane off Tooley Street, this World War II cruiser has nine decks and acts as a floating museum. Its other features include the Captain’s Bridge and the large Boiler and Engine Rooms that are located well below the ship’s waterline. It was retired from public duty in 1952 and given to the public in 1971.

Westminster Abbey: A coronation and burial site for the Royal Family members, this large Gothic church is an example of Medieval excellence as it offers amazing gothic architecture. It features a poets’ corner representing its fascinating literary history; statues that demonstrate the artistic talent of their creators; murals, tombs and paintings; and the fascinating stained glass. All these features are responsible for it being labelled as the most enduringly amazing church in London.

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Buckingham Palace: The official residence of Queen Elizabeth II when she is in London, Buckingham Palace is one of the most famous Royal palaces and is open to the public in the summer when the Queen is away. Visitors can see the State Rooms which are used to receive and entertain guests on State and ceremonial occasions. They can also see the unusual gifts that are received by the Queen. The rooms are also decorated lavishly and contain paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Canaletto, Vermeer and Poussin, sculpture by Canova, exquisite examples of Svres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world. Its most famous feature is the Changing of the Guards that takes place outside the palace and can be seen by tourists from a distance.

The other important attractions include Houses of Parliament, Tate Modern, The Shard, ArcellorMittal Orbit & Slide, Tower Bridge and many more.

London has a rich cultural heritage, a glorious history, a plethora of attractions and innumerable entertainment and fine dining options. It is also the business hub of Europe and the fashion and shopping capital of the world, due to which people from all over the globe make a beeline to visit this vast metropolis. There is so much to see and to do that a first timer can easily get confused. London is also always in a state of rejuvenation and improvements as many new huge infrastructure projects are being taken up and they are completely transforming the city’s skyline, such as the Crossrail project, King’s Cross-St Pancras and the Embassy Quarter and Battersea Power Station projects south of the river. Many important events have taken place recently such as the Royal Wedding Kate and William, the London 2012 Olympics and the Diamond Jubilee celebration for the Queen’s ascension to the throne. There have been major expansions such as in the case of the British Museum, the Royal National Theatre and both Tate galleries. As such, some important and pertinent information regarding the city is being shared with anyone who wishes to visit London.

Ideal Time to Visit London: London is always very attractive, whether in the summer peak time or in the winter when a lot of events take place such as the Winter Wonderland and the Christmas festivities. The January and July sales always attract shoppers and October is famous for the Frieze Art Fair. The busiest time in London is July and August when school groups arrive and the weather is excellent but the period between post-Christmas to late March is always very quiet. However, there is no summer exodus like in the case of Paris.

Many visitors to London prefer to stay in Hotels in Queensway London as they are available in all categories to suit all budgets and are located in a serene environment while being close to most attractions of the city.

Getting to London: London offers four major airports - London Heathrow, which is due west; London Gatwick which is south east; London Standsted which is north east; and London Luton which is in the north. From the airports, for getting to your hotel you can take various airport links. The quickest way to get to central London is by taking the non-stop Heathrow Express that will take you to Paddington station in just 15 minutes but it is expensive. An express train from Gatwick takes 30 minutes and from Stansted it will take 47 minutes. It will be cheaper to travel by bus or by Tube but bus will take more time and the Tube connections will mean changing over to a different line to reach your destination. If you travel by ship, you will moor at Tilbury which is about 25 miles from central London in the Thames Estuary. You can also travel into London by coach which will take about an hour. From European destinations, you can get into London by travelling on the Eurostar that reaches St Pancras International in 2hrs 15min from Paris and 3 hrs 4 mins from Brussels.

Whenever you go to London, you will find it best to stay at one of the luxury hotels of The Shaftesbury Hotel Collection as these hotels offer luxurious accommodation and the best of facilities along with personalised services designed to pamper their guests. Moreover, these hotels are mostly located in the heart of the city close to most places of interest.

Moving Around in London: You can hire a car for commuting in London but driving around is strenuous because of the congestion on the roads. Moreover, you have to pay congestion charges if you enter central London and parking fee at various places is also quite steep. The cheapest way is to hire a bike as there are thousands of blue bikes (Boris Bikes) available across the city, stretching from Hammersmith in the west to East India Docks in the east and from Camden Town in the north to Putney. The bike rental is quite nominal. If you wish to commute in comfort, you can hire the renowned Black Cab but these are quite expensive. You can always find a Black Cab nearest to you by downloading the Hallo app. Other mini cabs are also available such as Uber and Taxicode that are cheaper but are less regulated and as such not as reliable as the Black Cabs. If you wish to use these minicabs, you should look for a reliable company, check the fare in advance and be careful at all times.

Public Transport: The most popular mode of public transport is the Tube, or Underground that moves very fast and does not have to contend with congestion. Many people prefer to travel by bus which is cheaper and offers better views but it is slower because of traffic conditions on the road. Buses, however, do not accept cash any longer. The best and cheapest way of commuting is by getting an Oyster Card or contactless payment cards which have the same fares as Oyster cards and can be used as cards issued by major companies such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Visitors to London should buy a Visitor Oyster Card that comes pre-loaded with pay-as-you-go use. It is best to get it before reaching London as they can be ordered online if you live outside London and they will be sent to 58 countries in advance.

With an Oyster card, you can save a lot of money as the fare cost becomes considerably less as compared to buying a single tube journey ticket. Moreover, the travel costs are capped for the day. With the Oyster card you can get a 25% discount on the Emirates Air Line Cable car and 10% off the Thames Clipper River Bus Service. Many overland trains also accept Oyster cards.

Heathrow is most celebrated for its affiliations that are suited to every voyager's needs and moreover spending arrangement and necessities. There are various ways one can value the goes here and it is best to know the methods easily. The speediest relationship among London and Heathrow is the Heathrow Express. It has tenacious trains that run every quarter of an hour besides have a trek time of around fifteen minutes from Terminals 1, 2 and 3. Truth is told the voyage between Heathrow Terminal and London Paddington generally takes around fifteen minutes and is extraordinarily useful. There are numerous great accommodation in Paddington close to the airplane terminal. You can have an awesome remain there.

One can travel effectively and easily on current trains with a lot of circulating air through and cooling and with sufficient stuff space and diverse workplaces. There is a Quiet Zone carriage which helps one to abuse the First Class Service. Subsequently there are greater seats and more tables to work close by an extra additional space. There are complimentary magazines and day by day papers which support loosening up and reclamation. You can truly have an incredible time here.

The trains when in doubt leave from Paddington and the tickets are available online either in the get ready or at the station. The charges for the standard class are normally sensible and one needs to pay to some degree more for the entry confirmation. One needs to get the trains at Heathrow Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and explorers rolling out an excursion can improvement on to a trade get ready at the Terminus. With Hyde Park and Oxford Street being close Paddington station, one can take trains toward the southern and western bit of England and after that take substitute courses like Bakerloo, Hammersmith and City Lines and London's Underground District. Hotels like Shaftesbury premier Paddington are in nearby area.

This is the most sensible rail course to London. There are Piccadilly trains that go from each one of the terminals and the time taken for this voyage is regularly fifty to 60 minutes. Piccadilly Line gives a common sense course among London and the Heathrow capital. Inside an hour everyone goes in comfort as they get ready comes too much of the time. One can take the Underground stations at Terminals 1, 2 and 3, 4 and 5. Terminal 4 and 5 is in the basement and there others are in the central range and each one of the stations is in the Travel card Zone 6. One can benefit of the Oyster cards too.

This is another organization that goes from Heathrow to Paddington through the stations in the western bit of London. Gets ready for the most part run every 30 minutes and the time taken for the journey is typically not as much as 30 minutes from Terminals 1, 2 and 3. The National Express Coach is a worthwhile strategy for transport. Coaches commonly run the entire day and offer a voyage time of around forty minutes or more to Victoria station and various such goals. Venturing out from Portsmouth to Heathrow Airport is moreover worthwhile now one and just needs to book especially early. The best charges are those that are saved early. There is an outing coordinator which would make the booking. One doesn't have to stress much when one is in Heathrow. It might be the busiest plane terminals on the planet however there are prompt organizations to the Airport which make it a part of the travel. There are no irritates for ceasing and there is no ifs ands or buts no convincing motivation to take extend. Voyagers can be ensured that they would not miss a flight and it is reasonable to leave around three hours going before flight. There would be a check in opening time moreover a tutor arrival time. This is accordingly a technique for making the endeavors supportive and sensible.

There are various workplaces noticeable all around terminal which makes the voyages more secure here. There are innumerable pick-ups and drop off workplaces with around five terminals considering the open courses of action. It is definitely not hard to manage the vehicle and correspondence and one have to check the terminal which one is flying out of moreover meeting up into to avoid perplexity.

The Terminals 1 and 3 are the spots where the guide organizations arrive moreover leave from the Central Bus Station. This is around five minutes from the standard terminal building. One can in like manner reach through travelators, lifts and lifts. The Terminal 4 has tutor organizations have stops 13 and 14 fitting outside the terminal working at the levels of landing. There are free trades which take one to the Central Bus Station. There are other guide organizations which use stops outside the terminal building.

There are distinctive organizations which are obliged the explorers. The Reading Rail air Services, the working rail air benefits, the Oxford Express Services and the Norwich organizations are among those that are open. By then there is the Cambridge and the Northampton organizations which make things more favourable for all. One can moreover value the free travel relationship between each one of the terminals on the Heathrow Airport besides by going on the Heathrow Express and the Heathrow Connect plan organizations. There is the Felltham Rail interface which partners Felltham Rail Station with Heathrow. These are going by trains to London Waterloo moreover help in cleaving down the voyage time. Other than this, one can profit of the London taxis which are comprehensive standard. One needs to be a bit of this strategy for transport which gives straightforward solaces to the visitors. Explorers love to be a part of the entire structure besides help in focusing on worthwhile techniques for passing by a place with comfort and unwinding as the rule necessities.

Winter turns London into a beautiful and charming place clad with snow. To add to this season, when Christmas is round the corner, you can hear the sound of jingles from the last week of November and by the time December is here, the city gets decorated in pure holy and festive fashion with lights and a twinkles lighting up all the corners of the city.

With this note of joy and celebration, various 5 star hotels across the city like The Shaftesbury Piccadilly and Piccadilly hotel offers various discounts so travelling in this time of the year in London is a good idea in a way that the accommodation fare will not punch a hole in your pocket instead you can enjoy world class facilities and amenities within easy reach.

When winter is here, it is time for you to pack your bags and get going as London have some of the most wonderful surprises in the world stored in just for you. Here is a list of the things you can do or visit to warm up and soak up in the warmth of festivities as the winds get chilled and the temperature drops below freezing point.

Wigwam And Fairy Tales

Christmas is the magical time and so the city also churns up some magic in fairy tale themed bar with brothers Grimm in the premises of Queen of Hoxton’s iconic rooftop. You also do not need to worry about catching old as there will be abundant fire pits for you to huddle around and roast your marshmallows. You can also climb the tree placed under the shelter of giant wigwam.

So, you now have an idea that, it is basically fairy tale playground for adults where instead of hot chocolate you can sip into glass of hot cocktails like apple toddy and gingerbread with warm chicken schnitzel to tuck in.

Somerset House Skate

Want to do some skating and have fun on the ice? Grab your skating boots and head to iconic ice rink in the wonderful and stunning 18th century courtyard at Somerset House, one of the best temporary ice rinks of the city. In case, you are feeling a bit fancy head to Fortnum & Mason Lodge, afterwards to enjoy a sparkling glass of champagne with a chocolate truffle or two.

If Somerset House is way out of your league and you are not willing to break a bank, the affordable Skate Lounge is also there where you can warm and cozy up with hot chocolate.

Great Christmas Pudding Race

Covent Garden turns into a fun competing ground where people in costumes race while carrying a Christmas pudding and the spectacle is so entertaining and mostly funny. This race also has a noble cause attached to it like to raise money for Cancer Research UK. The best part of the race is the queen look alike who has known to start the ceremony off. It is the best British thing ever. It is a fun thing to watch and at the same time you can also register your name if you fancy a competition yourself.

Winter Wonderland In Hyde Park

Though you might find the place a little too overrated as the crowd is huge with long queues and over-priced stuff, but, still there is something magical about this place. Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park offers Bavarian Townhall where you can sing merrily to Christmas songs while swigging jugs of beer and eat all sorts of festive and seasonal fried food which are truly delicious. For the rides, there is a revolving carousel bar in the premises. Is there anything more you are looking for?

Southbank Center’s Winter Festival

Give the Netflix screen a rest and gaze at the reflection of twinkling lights along the Thames as it is a better way to celebrate Christmas rather than anything else. As you peruse the wooden chalets of the winter market clustered along the riverbank while sipping mulled wine and gets filled with festive joy.

Gin Club

Do not get put off to know the fact that this Kentish bar was once an underground Victorian public loo. However, this was the story of the past and now Ladies and Gentleman is now a trendy bar and to make it even better it now has a gin club. Do not think lame of this place as this bar is not just about having gin but to make yours one too using suitable botanical blends. And, when the session  is over, the gin gets all bottled up and sealed with a fancy wax top so that you can carry it home and admire or drink your creation.

Little Nan’s Tropical Den

The traditional mulled wine and fairy lights are all good but you also sometimes need something more tropical to keep you going through the cold winter months. In this situation, Little Nan’s Tropical Den kicks in. It might snow outside but, these kitsch rooms dances in the rhythm of summer at Peckham’s Golden Anchor pub.

Visit this place during the day and start with a fresh cup of afternoon tea and during the night there are the disco anthems with cocktails and Caribbean dinners and also a photo booth to take over.

Underground Film Club

With the end of summer, having fun outside is quite over but, with the Rooftop Film Club, things are getting underground in the cold season at The Vaults in Waterloo. You will have lots of ways for entertainment and spend the winter by watching films in an underground pop up cinema with lots of culture. The ambiance is also great as you can snuggle up on red sofas with festively lit cavern to watch some cult classics including Cluelesss and Pulp Fiction. Also, there are Christmas favorites to look out for Home Alone and Love Actually.

Apart from these enlisted places, there are also many other like Winterville, Winter Experience at Shards and much more. Thus, visiting London in winter is a must if you want to see kingdom of fairy tales coming alive.

London is the home of firsts, and this notion runs across almost all the industry that London thrives on. Be it any attractions site, adventure activity or Heritage Sites, it stands first and will continue to do so, as this city is always in flux, evolving with the generation yet, have kept its tradition and history unscathed. With that note, London rivals to be one of the finest places in the world to bring diverse of cuisines from all noted cultures across all corners of the world. If you love to eat and try out different cuisines then, you will be delighted to know that London has many award-winning restaurants. The award is not only for its food but, the unconventionality it had brought within in the ambiance where the food is served setting new standards for others.

And, those are quite many in the capital and if you are interested in knowing them in details and like to visit it when in the city, here is the list of top three then, followed by others where you are going to have moments of an unusual dining experience. At the same time, when you are not willing to dine out and to stay at any hotels liverpool street london or montcalm hotel london then, dining in also an experience in itself.

Dans Le Noir

It is a little daunting as far as dining experience is concerned, however, helps the visitors to re-evaluate their approach towards dining and eating. If you ask, what kind of daunting experience? Then, to start with you have to eat here in complete darkness. So, your primary focus here is going to be on the taste, texture, and smell of the food and not how it looks.

On entering, you will be guided by blind guides and waiters to the dark basement where you are going to eat in pitch darkness. This culinary experience is focused on sharpening your other senses. Before you are led to the seating area of the restaurant, you will have to choose among the color coded mystery menus where red refers to meat, blue fish, green vegetarian and white means chef’s special.

You can look for a unique experience here and mind you, before you go to this place, leave behind all your light emitting devices which mean your cell phones so, no selfies, Instagramming and others while you challenge yourself to eat out here. This place is getting excellent reviews from diners and is still a craze amongst visitors.

Inamo

It has two branches in the city namely, St. James and Soho. Inamo aims at giving the exceptionally efficient service in a lively environment. And, to do so, it has the state-of-the-art menus service Oriental and pan-Asian menus within small plates which are unique in its self. The best part to be in the place is ordering from the table top menus where the foods are projected and carry built-in buttons pressing which will order the dishes of one’s choice. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it?

There will be no need to speak to the waiter as the dishes will be served to you within minutes of ordering from the tabletop menu. A small table is also there, from where you can hail a cab or check for the Tube schedule. This amazing and innovative restaurant is getting raved by visitors ever since it’s opening. There are also touch screen games to enjoy in case; conversation is boring for you.

Not to forget, the food is quite sumptuous here with sweet and tender beef tataki, a highlight of the menu. You can follow it up with good green chicken curry loaded with meat, basil, veracious vegetables and mint. There is also light and flavorsome seafood gyoza to try besides, Asian coleslaw. Thus, you can make out that with a latest and futuristic ordering menu; the food here is also not that bad.

Vapiano

This place can be your way of tasting Italian cuisine in a groundbreaking way. The concept of this place is new and you can make you can make that out from the visitors that have visited the restaurant for the first time is looking confused. Getting a meal here is quite a palaver. On entering the place, you will be hailed by the cheerful maître-cum-cashier of the place will give you the plastic charge cards and the menus. After choosing your favorites from the menu say, pasta, pizzas or sides, you will have a queue for each at separate stations. The pizzas might take a little longer while others are made within minutes.

A hand held buzzer will let you know that it is ready. Settling down to a table here is another ordeal as now also you have to wait in a queue and this one might take the longest time for waiting. This odd concept has not stopped this German chain of restaurant in establishing outposts all across the globe. In spite of this fuss, this place has a solid fan base and the food is also good.

These are top three unusual places where you can have a unique dining experience. However, these are accompanied by other as well like.

Archipelago

Arguably the place which is at its unusual best is Archipelago. The food is exotic here with an ambiance comprising of golden Buddhas, giant peacock feathers, and intimidating masks. However, this is not the weird part at all, as the menu is going to keep you stunned. The list comprises of, marinated kangaroo skewers, crocodile wrapped in vine leaves with honey-poached plums. There are also pan-fried crickets and zebra jerky as well.

Circus

Yes, you have got it right; the name of the place is Circus and that too, of a restaurant. It has a nice pan-Asian menu, and each course is punctuated by a series of acrobats, fire breathers, and burlesque dancers as you dine.

Between the courses, your table top is going to be the transformed runaway for fire breathers, somersaults, and jugglers giving you a surreal yet a decadent feeling.

There are so much competition and confusion in today’s world that sometimes one needs to get away from their home in order to do some introspection. So if you are tired of all the work and the family pressures and responsibilities then you need to take some time out for yourself and go for a short vacation. You can also take your family along with you and make some memorable moments together. When it comes to such short trips the only place that seems perfect is London!

Some Interesting Facts

Even though there are so many places to visit in London the one venue that always comes on the top of the list is the magnificent Tower Bridge. If you search the internet then you will find that in most cases people get confused between the Tower Bridge and the London Bridge. These two are separate venues and each one of them has been constructed beautifully. But what makes the Tower Bridge so appealing to the tourists is the wide range of activities that it offers. Travellers will find loads of things to do at the tower irrespective of their age. So it doesn’t matter whether you are travelling alone, with friends or with your entire family, a visit to this Victorian-era bridge is a must.

The Story Of the Bridge

During 1876 a need for building a  bridge was felt when more people started residing at the east of London. Talks about the design and the construction of the bridge started during this time but eventually the construction was completed in 1894. Almost 450 workers used 11000 tonnes of steel for building the entire framework. Architect Horace Jones and John Wolfe Barry collaborated to create the magnificent, Victorian gothic designs of the bridge. Even though it was disliked by many Londoners at that time , toady it is one of the most popular and recognisable bridges in the world.

The Opening And the Closing

You can witness the opening as well as the closing of the bridge without paying anything. There are also no charges for walking on the bridge and enjoying the scenic view of the river and the London skyline. So you can enjoy one of the most popular tourist destination in London even if you are on a  strict budget. It is located near the London Bridge, city hall and the monument. In case you are staying at the montcalm hotel london then you will easily find cabs or tube stations nearby.

Now The Routes

If you are taking the tube, the closest station will be tower hill and the London Bridge Tube station. But the tower hill station has both circle as well as district lines while the London Bridge Tube station is serviced by the Jubilee as well as the northern lines. There are plenty of 5 star hotels in London around this area so you need to pick one that is closest to the tube stations so that you can visit these popular attractions without facing any kind of inconvenience.

The Price And The Pass

As the road is meant for the public there are no charges for being on the bridge. But you will have to buy passes if you want to get a memorable experience and know more about the tower. There are plenty of things to do on this infamous bridge if you are buying passes for the entire family. In case you are worried about the price you can be assured that all the passes are affordably priced. Not only this, heavy discounts are offered in most of these events so that both the locals, as well as the foreign travellers, can enjoy their time on the tower bridge.

Inside The Tower

Once you get inside the towers you will find the enclosed area that is used for exhibitions. These exhibitions are perfect for anyone who is interested in the history of the bridge. Plenty of images, depicts the intriguing story about the creation of the bridge and the history of the city. Not just images you will also find numerous videos on the mechanism of the bridge. After you are done with the exhibition you can also pay a visit to the unique Victorian engine room and see how everything works.

The Extraordinary Walkway

Even though the exhibition is a highly popular event among the travellers you should never miss the chance of seeing the bridge close and open under your feet. If you are wondering how this can be possible then you probably do not know about the walkway. Between the towers, there is a walkway that offers breathtaking views of the entire London. Not just this it also offers a fantastic view of the entire bridge and you can watch people and cars moving right below your feet. If you are visiting the tower bridge for the first time then you can be assured that watching the opening and closing of the bridge through the glass floor will be the best thing you did in London.

When To Visit

The 11-meter long walkway with glass floors is almost 40 meters above the Thames. So you will get a beautiful view of the entire place along with the river Thames. This is the reason why it is so popular among all the shutterbugs who are always looking for a panoramic view of the entire city. But before you take your DSLR and reach the bridge there are a few things that you may need to consider. The most important thing about photography is light so you must consider the time for the opening as well as the closing of the bridge. This way you will be on the right side and will get a good opportunity to capture the epic moment on your camera. Even though there are websites where you can find the timings it is best to not follow them blindly. Sometimes the vessel passing through is early which is why it is always safe to reach the place a few minutes earlier. Once you are done with all the events you can make a  stop at the nearest restaurant and end the amazing day with a delicious plate of British cuisine!