What is there to do in London?
Covent Garden-To shop, watch street preformers and good eats!
Soho- Highlight shopping options.
Take a double-decker bus . The cost to ride the bus is $1.50 but a cool way to ride around the city!
Shakespeares Globe- A replica of original Elizabethan theatre, showing Shakespeare plays in the open air.
Trafalgar Square- Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
Kensington Palace-Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
Oxford Street- One of Londons busiest shopping street with major department stores.
Where to stay in London?
Covent Garden- is a very central in london with charm. We stayed in Covent Garden and by far thought this was the best location to stay in when visiting London. We didn't even feel to need to leave the area because the location has shopping, food, street perfomers/food. Covent Garden is also known for its famous street art and nightllife.
Kensington and Chelsea- has lots of high end shopping here. Mostly celebrities live in this area but you'll also be close to museums.
Kings Cross- Is close to the airport and only good if your flying in and out of the airport.
Notting Hill- Has good shopping and resturants. You'll find a bunch of colorful houses here in this charming area.
Paddington- Its quite and you'll be close to parks and close to Harthhord Airport.
Southbank- Here you'll be walking distance to Big Ben and the London Eye.
Park Lane- Is very expensive but most icon and luxury hotels are in this area.
How to get to your destination from the airport?
Gatwick Airport is 30 minutes away from the city center. A taxi can cost you from 100 Pounds. Uber is available in London and slightly a little cheaper than the fix priced taxis! If you decide to take the Gatwick Express Train, which is the fastest way to the city, a one way ticket will cost you 16.20 Pounds. If you need to take an express bus after the express train, a one day unlimited all day pass ticket will cost you 12.70 Pounds or a single journey ticket can cost you 6.00 Pounds. A childs(11-15 years old) will cost you 6.30 Pounds for the bus.
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Heathrow Airport is 15 minutes away from the city center. A taxi can cost you from 65 Pounds. Uber is available in London and slightly a little cheaper than the fix priced taxis!If you decide to take the Heathrow Express Train, which is the fastest way to the city, a one way ticket will cost you 22.00 Pounds. If you need to take an express bus after the express train, a one day unlimited all day pass ticket will cost you 12.70 Pounds or a single journey ticket can cost you 6.00 Pounds. A childs(11-15 years old) will cost you 6.30 Pounds for the bus.
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If you want to booked your Oyster Card in advance, this will be the cheapest way to get to London. Order your Oyster Card online before your visit here!
How to get around London?
Black Taxis- are very expensive but they get you where you need to be. Just be careful going long distance or rush hour. After 8pm fares raise. You can simplely just hail a black cab in the street.
Uber- Uber is available in London and slightly a little cheaper than the Black taxis! Anytime we needed to take a taxi, we took an Uber or a black taxi to save some extra changes. The only issue we had while using the Uber is that you have to have to be on Wifi for app to work and order a taxi. Normally, we would take a taxi to go out to eat, which was convenient because most resturants have wifi.
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Rent a Boris Bike -Renting a bike is 2 pounds for 24 hours & as many bikes as you want for as long as you want. If you ride under 30minutes its free. By far renting a Boris bike in London is the cheapest way to get around the city. There are 11,500 bikes for hire from 750 stations throughout central london.
Bus-The local bus fare is 1.50 one way. Buses run later then the tube. You won't be able to pay with cash you on the bus, need an otter card before entering.
On foot- its cheaper and FREE! Most times its actually quicker to get around London by walking.
The Tube- The pricing on the Tube vary during the time your traveling and how many zones you cover. The tube runs till midnight.
The Underground(train)- The pricing on the Underground train vary during the time your traveling and how many zones you cover.
If you want to booked your Oyster Card in advance, this will be the cheapest way to get to London. Order your Oyster Card online before your visit here!
When to travel to London?
London has 4 seasons so anytime is really good to visit. The high season is normally considered June to Mid-September.
We traveled to London at the end of August and had the perfect weather. It wasn't to hot but not to cold. London is normally cloudly and rainy, so we were lucky for our stay to miss the rain!
Autumn is also a lovely time of year to visit London, as the weather is mild. In the Fall & Winter you'll be able to enjoy a variety of annual events, from the Totally Thames festival to Halloween celebrations and Christmas events.
Where to eat in London?
You can't travel to London without having a taste of Afternoon Tea Time! Here are just a few of the best Tea Time spots! Galvin at the Athenaeum, The Arch London, W London, Skylon, London Marriott Hotel Park Lane, and Jumeirah Carlton Tower.
Gaucho- Rooftop view cheaper eats.
The black Friar- A traditional pub which opened over 100 years ago and offers traditional cask ales.
The Flask- a traditional pub thats allegedly haunted.
Borough market(closed on sundays)
The Shard- Expensive views of London.
The Cauldron- is where you'll be able to drink Harry Potter theme made drinks that look like potions.
Momo- For a nice romantic Moroccan dinner.
Gordon's Wine Bar- One of the oldest wine bars since 1890. Its a great spot for a romantic candlelit dinner.
What language is spoken in London?
English (British English). British English is more formal.
Currency?
British Pound
TIP: Quid is a slang word for pound.
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Things you should know when traveling to London?
Cars drive on the left side
Is London kid friendly? Things to do with kids?
London is definitely kid friendly! Just like any other city London offers many activities that accommodate all ages.
British Museum which is actually free!
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