Here’s a list of the most renowned shopping areas in London:
Oxford Street (W1) - Nearest tube: Oxford Circus
Regent Street and Jermyn Street (W1 and SW1) - Nearest Tube: Piccadilly Circus
New Bond Street (W1) - Nearest Tube: Bond Street
Carnaby Street (W1) - Nearest Tube: Oxford Circus or Piccadilly Circus
Covent Garden (WC2) - Nearest Tube: Covent Garden [...]
If you’re London, a visit to Harrods, the world’s most famous luxury department store, situated in Knightsbridge, is a must - even if just to have a look
The store occupies a 4.5-acre (18,000 m2) site and has over one million square feet (90,000 m2) of selling space in over 330 departments over 7 [...]
London is renowned for its markets and there are around 90 major street markets in London to choose from. You can buy anything in London’s markets, from cheap eats and fresh produce to art and antiques, to retro and designer fashions. Camden Market and Portobello Market have become top sights visited by tourists. The [...]
Main Airports in London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) - The airport is situated 15 miles (24km) west of London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - The airport is situated 28 miles (45km) south of London.
London Luton Airport (LTN) - The airport is situated 32 miles (52km) northwest of London.
London City Airport (LCY) - The airport is situated at [...]
The London Southbank Centre consists of the Royal Festival Hall, the Hayward Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hall (containing the Purcell Room), and the Saison Poetry Library. They also manage the Arts Council Collection and organise the National Touring Exhibition programme in venues throughout the UK. Southbank Centre’s wide-ranging programme includes classical & world music, rock & [...]
From 2 to 16 July, the London Literature Festival will be held in London’s Southbank Centre. This festival will feature both emerging talents and established ones. There will be specially commissioned performances, readings from prize-winning authors and poets, interactive and improvised writing events, music, poetry and debates. Headline acts include Benjamin Zephaniah, Sarah Waters, Vikram [...]
If you’re looking for some tips on things to do in London, then have a look at this things to do in London guide
They are divided in categories, such as events and exhibitions, galleries and museums, food and drink, theatres shows and concerts, tours and guided walks, amongst others. The good thing is that you [...]
If you’re looking for travel tips and other transport-related information whilst visiting London, then head over to the travel in London information section in the Mayor of London website
You’ll find all the information you need about London transport, including maps, timetables and a journey planner, most of which is found on the Transport for London [...]
I must say, I simply love visiting London! I never get enough of visiting There’s so much to do, you simply cannot explore London and all the activities it offers in just one short break. So, if you’re planning on visiting for a short break, then here’s the top things to do whilst in [...]
This morning I came across a very good link to a database of parks and open spaces in London. You can search by Borough, and you can also filter your search by various criteria. For each park, there is some general information, the address, plan, opening hours and park facilities.
Very helpful indeed. Have a look [...]