Welcome to the inaugural part of our London travel series! Join us as we embark on a captivating journey through the historic streets and iconic landmarks of England’s capital city.
From the majestic Tower of London to the bustling streets of Covent Garden, our blog offers an insider’s perspective on exploring the rich history, vibrant culture, and urban wonders that define London.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, culture buff, or simply seeking adventure, there’s something for everyone in this dynamic city.
Let us be your guide as we uncover the stories, sights, and sensations that make London a truly unforgettable destination.
London is the capital city of the United Kingdom. It offers you to explore culture, shopping, palaces, or a great night out.
London has a very effective transport system which makes it more comfortable for tourists to reach the tourist spots.
Things to do in London:
1. Visit Hyde Park:
This is the most famous and largest park in London. Hyde Park is located in the center of the city. This park offers you a plethora of activities to do such as boating, swimming, horse riding, tennis, jogging, walking, and many more.
You will find a wide variety of trees and flowers all around the park. Inside the park, you will see many amazing buildings, monuments, memorials, fountains, statues, and a bird sanctuary.
During the New Year and Christmas, this park is transformed into a magical park with fairy lights coupled with several exciting attractions and eateries.
2. London Eye:
A trip to London is incomplete without a visit to the London Eye. The Eye is a giant Ferris wheel from where you can get a gorgeous view across the city.
The height of this Ferris wheel is 443 feet. It is the world’s tallest Ferris wheel since 1999. The beauty of the spot is enhanced even more at night as the wheel is lit up in seasonal colors.
The Ferris wheel has 32 pods, you can share your pod with another keen visitor or splurge on a private pod with your special one. The ticket will cost you 31 GBP.
3. Big Ben and the Parliament:
Big Ben is a clock tower that was formally renamed as Elizabeth Tower in 2012. It features an 8’8” diameter bell that stands 7’2” tall.
The House of Parliament was known as the oldest ceremonial hall in Britain for centuries. You can take guided or audio tours of the interior of the House of Parliament.
The tours start at 9 am until 4:15 pm. Every tour runs for about 75 minutes. You can buy a ticket online or offline from the ticket office on Victoria Embankment.
It is open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 4 pm and on weekends from 9 am to 5 pm.
4. Tower of London:
It is locally known as White Tower. The Tower of London is a typical example of Norman military architecture.
Its building and grounds served historically as a royal palace, a political prison, a place for execution, an arsenal, a royal mint, a menagerie, and a public record office.
The inner curtain has 13 towers surrounding the White Tower. The outer curtain is surrounded by moats and has embrasures for cannons.
The ticket will cost you about 25 GBP. You can take audio guides for 5 GBP.
5. The Millennium Bridge:
The Millennium Bridge was the first pedestrian bridge crossing over the River Thames and links the bankside with the City of London.
This bridge has become an icon in various London-based Hollywood films, such as Harry Potter and the Guardians of the Galaxy.
The bridge is 10.8 meters high, and its unique aluminum deck is about 4 meters wide. The bridge is open 24 hours and seven days a week. Admission is free.
6. British Museum:
This is one of the biggest, oldest, and most popular museums in London. This museum was founded in 1753 and was opened in 1759.
The British Museum is split into sections corresponding to areas and periods. Inside the museum, you will find separate wings for Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Rome, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americans spread across the three floors.
This museum contains 7 million objects. The must-see objects are The Rosetta Stone, Easter Island Moai, Egyptian Mummies, and Parthenon Sculptures. It opens daily from 10 am to 5:30 pm. Entry is free.
7. Buckingham Palace:
Buckingham Palace is about 300 years old and has 755 rooms. You can explore only 19 of them. The staterooms are open to the public between July 22 and October 1.
They open daily from 9:30 am until 7:30 pm. The ticket for adults costs 23 GBP and 13 GBP for children. The ticket includes an audio tour and entrance to this year’s Royal Gifts Exhibition.
The changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace takes place at 11 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays between on Mondays. And on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until June 19.
8. O2 Arena:
The O2 arena is located in Greenwich. South London. It is a huge entertainment complex where you will find restaurants, bars, and pubs.
The arena is a large indoor venue for concerts and shows. It has the second-largest seating capacity of any indoor venue in the UK.
It also has a two-story, bubble-shaped exhibition space. The tickets will range anywhere from 40 GBP to 200 GBP. This arena opens at 6:30 am and closes at 12:20 pm.
9. Westminster Abbey:
This place is well known for being the venue of Kate Middleton and Prince William’s spectacular royal wedding.
Along with being an active place of worship, it also serves as a fascinating historical museum and the final resting place of some of the most notable people in England’s history.
You will find three gardens in the Westminster Abbey. The ticket will cost you 20 GBP. The timings are from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm.
10. Kew Gardens:
This garden covers an area of 300 acres. Kew Gardens is one of the biggest living plant collections in the world.
This garden is not just a collection of pretty flowers but it also contains historic glasshouses, rare specimen trees, serene woodlands, and a playground area for children.
The oldest trees at Kew Gardens are 250-year-old Old Lions. The ticket costs 15 GBP. The gates open at 10 am.
Food to try in London:
1. Bangers and Mash:
It is sausages and mashed potatoes. You can choose between a variety of flavored sausages such as beef and Guinness, lamb and mint, chorizo sausages, or bacon and cheese and red wine or onion gravy.
2. Fish and Chips:
This is the staple food of England. It is a hot dish consisting of fried fish in batter, served with chips. You must try this dish with mushy peas, salt, and vinegar.
How to reach London:
1. Reach London by flight:
London has 5 airports. Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airport are the busiest. The city airport is the closest airport to London city center.
Some popular airlines in London are Lufthansa, British Airways, Euro Air, Ryanair, and Jet Airways.
2. Reach London by train:
London is well connected to almost every part of the UK. Eurostar is a high-speed service that will take you to London from Paris and Brussels.
