Staying in London

London offers the best in hotels and accommodations. They have world-renowned hotels that are sure to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. From five star top-of-the-line hotels to family-friendly hotels, we will explore your options in lovely London.

For the most romantic and best stay in London , try out the Covent Gardens Hotel. This hotel is considered one of the twenty-five hottest hotels in the world. Romance is inevitable in the stylish and comfortable rooms of this beautiful hotel. You will also be close to a variety of activities in the beautiful Covent Garden area.

The hotel with the best location is by no means the best hotel in London , but everything that you will want to see will be so close. The Fielding Hotel is located in an alleyway in the Covent Gardens . Its opposite the Royal Opera House, it is close to pubs, cafes, restaurants, markets, shops and more points of interest. [Read more]

Seeing London

London is full of hot tourist spots. There is so much to see and do in London that you could spend weeks visiting the city and everyday you would find something new. There is so much to see and do that unless carefully planned you may not see it all.

The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben are among the top of the list. You couldn't travel to London and not see Big Ben. Although many people think that Big Ben is the clock on the houses of parliament, Big Ben is actually the name of the bell that sounds out the hour. The former Palace of Westminster is home to both the House of Lords and House of Commons. The houses have been located here since the 11 th Century. Visitors can see the inside of the palace, however, the wait is long and tedious. The best sight is from outside where you can see the magnificent architecture of the Houses of Parliament. Across the street from Big Ben is the Jewel Tower. It is one of the oldest buildings from the Palace of Westminster. The Jewel Tower offers a virtual tour of the Houses of Parliament and explains the history behind them. [Read more]

Flying High on the London Eye

Not all of London 's great tourist spots are old and historic. Actually, one of the most often visited British landmarks is the famous London Eye, which is the world's tallest Ferris wheel, clocking in at over 440 feet tall.

Although it's not a good idea for anyone afraid of heights, almost everyone will be in absolute awe of the amazing, unobstructed view. The London Eye is also a modern engineering marvel, the construction of which was the largest and most precariously planned undertaking ever on the Thames. [Read more]

London Shops

London is home to some of the most famous department stores. London is also home to many unique and classy boutiques that will offer you great souvenirs and gifts to take back home with you. There are many great places to shop in London and we will only hit a few.

Shopping for clothing and shoes in the UK can be quite difficult if you are from the United States . For clothing it is best to add "2" to your size. For example, if you were a size 10, then you will need a size 12 and so forth. Shoes are the opposite and you will subtract "2". So, if you were a size 10, then you will need a size 8 in the UK.

One of the most famous London department stores is Harrods. Located in Knightsbridge it is the ultimate London shopping experience. They offer a variety of options from clothing to sports equipment. You can even buy riding whips for your next hunting trip! They have everything for her, him, a new baby and the best selections for Christmas. Barkers is another famous department store. The store is in an art-deco building that resembles an ocean liner. They have everything fashionable for both you and your home. Most of the department stores in London close at about 6:00pm and 8:00pm at the latest. They are all open Monday through Saturday and closed on Sundays. [Read more]

London Museums & Art

London is full of rich culture and history. This culture and history is elegantly displayed throughout the many museums and galleries in London. All of the London museums now offer free admission and are perfect for day trips through London.

The Natural History Museum is in the worlds Top 10 history museums. Entry is free to all of London's museums and this one will be the most fun. This summer they even hosted a dinosaur dig where kids could come and dig for dinosaur bones. The museum features an earthquake room, a leafcutter ant colony, komodo dragons, dinosaurs and more. The giant animatronic T-Rex will for sure be a family favorite in the Natural History Museum. The museum also features several traveling exhibits and you should look them up online or call before you go to see what special exhibit they will have for your trip. [Read more]

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