This is a fairly long tunnel under the river, handy if you don’t want to wait for the ferry. Cross one of the oldest tunnels under the Thames and feel like you’re going back in time. The tunnel is in the Victorian structure, while the tunnel itself has been refurbished. It is very useful when public […]
Hyde Park in London has something for everyone. You can enjoy swimming, boating, cycling and skating. There are pitches for team games, tennis courts, tracks for horse riding and a spectacular children’s playground. It is home to a number of fascinating buildings and monuments, such as The Serpentine Bridge, the Joy of Life fountain and […]
Hundreds of exciting, interactive exhibits in London. Highlights include the popular Dinosaurs gallery, Mammals display with the unforgettable model blue whale and the spectacular Central Hall, home to the Museum’s iconic Diplodocus skeleton. The state-of-the-art Darwin Centre Cocoon where, on a self-guided tour, you can see hundreds of fascinating specimens and look into laboratories where […]
The British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history. Enjoy a unique comparison of the treasures of world cultures under one roof, centred around the magnificent Great Court. You can visit hundreds of times and always find something new. In addition to the vast permanent collection, the museum’s special exhibitions, […]
The West Piazza of Covent Garden Market has street performers to entertain you every afternoon. Good acts can draw huge crowds and the performers love to get audience members to help them with their act. The acts that performed are all auditioned in front of a panel of judges to ensure that they’re good, so the quality […]
Whether you’re searching for a special gift for Valentine’s Day, Easter or Christmas, or are looking for a special chocolate-making class, London is the right place to go for inspiration. From luxury brands to artisan chocolatiers, these London chocolate shops will satisfy your sweet-toothed cravings. Londoners – like most folk – love their chocolate, which is lucky because the […]
Every year on Valentine’s Day, London celebrates the season of love with a wide variety of events throughout the city. This offers couples the chance to nurture romance and singles plenty of opportunities to spark something new. With so many lovely things to see, delicious restaurants to go to and romantic things to do, celebrating […]
London’s Chinese New Year celebrations are the largest outside Asia. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people descend on the West End to wish each other “Xin Nian Kuai Le” (Happy New Year in Mandarin) or “San Nin Faai Lok” (in Cantonese). It is on Monday, Feb 08, 2016 which begin at 10am with a […]
Pancake Day or Shrove Tuesday is the traditional feast day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. This 2016, Pancake Day falls on Tuesday 9 February. As well as eating pancakes, there’s more to just eating pancakes on Pancake Day. There’s a long tradition of pancake races in London. Participants have to toss pancakes […]
The Changing of the Guard is one of London’s most famous spectacles. It is the official shift change of the Guards of the Household Regiment, who protect Buckingham Palace and the Queen. The Old Guard (the soldiers currently on duty) form up in front of the palace and are relieved by the New Guard which […]