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During the summer months, Buckingham Palace - the official residence of The Queen - opens the doors of its elegant State Rooms to the public. As well as proving a very fancy backdrop for many an offic...

Built on 150 acres of parkland, the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort is located just outside of London. It is home to more than 55 rides, shows, attractions and workshops, all geared towards children up to 12 ...

Hampton Court Palace was King Henry VIII\u0027s favourite royal residence. It is brimming with thrilling stories and beautiful sights. Inside the building you can visit the medieval Great Hall where W...

The National Portrait Gallery in Central London harbours more than 195,000 portraits of famous men and women who have shaped British history from 16th century to the present day. Painted by acclaimed ...

Step into the magical world of Harry Potter and visit the film sets where the movies were shot in Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter. On the tour you can nose around Dumbledo...

Discover the story of the world\u0027s greatest city at The Museum of London. The tale begins with prehistoric London, moving on to the influence of the Romans and Saxons on the city, and then on towa...

The 105-acre WWT London Wetland Centre is a wildlife reserve on the outskirts of Central London. Here you will find plenty of rare birds, beautiful lakes, tranquil gardens and calming meadows to walk ...

The official home of the famous fictional detective Sherlock Holmes is 221b Baker Street. According to the books by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, he lived here from 1881 to 1904. The museum features Holmes\...

See London from a different angle by taking a cruise along the famous River Thames. City Cruises offer frequent sightseeing trips between Westminster, Waterloo (next to the London Eye), Tower and Gree...

The Victoria and Albert Museum in Kensington has a breathtaking collection of design and art. From Islamic art to fine European jewellery. From famous watercolours by artists such as John Constable to...

London\u0027s history is filled with gruesome tales and scary characters. The London Dungeon attraction on the south bank of the Thames retells some of those bloody stories. Using costumes, 360° sets ...

At a staggering height of 135 metres (443 ft), The London Eye offers a superb view of the capital\u0027s most famous attractions. A full rotation around the observational wheel in one of the glass cap...

Arcade Food Theatre is an artistic take on the familiar food hall, where particular emphasis is placed the preformative and entertainment aspects of the dining experience. It\u0027s not just the open ...

Quite possibly the only place of its kind in Europe, Bang Bang Oriental Food Hall is a massive food court worth making the trip to Colindale. The top floor hosts a couple dozen restaurants representin...

This bit of Cockney heritage dates back to 1902 and serves an all-time classic menu of pie, mash and eel. Arrive Mon-Sat before 2pm to get your serve. The shop now shares its moody art deco space w...

Arguably London\u0027s best ramen chain now has three location across town. They specialise in tonkotsu (pork broth) ramen; some bowls feature chicken bone broth or a combination of the two. All locat...

Distinguished with a Michelin star only 5 months after its recent opening, Hide is the result of an ambitious collaboration between acclaimed chef Ollie Dabbous and Hedonism Wines. The ground-level re...

Tucked away between Leicester Square and Covent Garden, J Sheekey has been in business since the 1890s and is the place to go for sustainably sourced fish, oysters and shellfish. From Sheekey\u0027s F...

Inamo is a pioneering Oriental fusion restaurant and bar where the control of the dining experience is placed firmly in your own hands, thanks to an interactive ordering system. Instead of reading a l...

Housed in a former car showroom on Piccadilly, The Wolseley is an elegant café-restaurant inspired by the grand European style of years gone by. The food follows the same classic European thread, with...

If the name alone doesn’t sell it, the three Michelin stars that Restaurant Gordon Ramsay was honoured with should. Located in affluent Chelsea, the restaurant serves up modern French food in an elega...

Located on the ground floor of the stylish Sanctum Soho Hotel, Wild Heart serves modern, seasonal British cuisine from breakfast through afternoon tea to dinner. A bar as well as a restaurant, it\u002...

London\u0027s Borough Market is unsurprisingly popular – it\u0027s been gaining momentum since the 12th century, after all – but those who arrive for an early lunch can take advantage of this London f...

London\u0027s East End is having a moment: conclude your tour in Shoreditch, home to one of the city\u0027s hottest street food markets with communal tables and outdoor seating. Grab dinner from one o...

Heston Blumenthal\u0027s Knightsbridge restaurant Dinner is known for its inventive menu of historically inspired British dishes. Choose from dishes such as Earl Grey Tea cured Salmon (c.1730), Spiced...

On your way back from Camden Market and want to stop for a meal? At Poppie\u0027s you can experience the traditional dish of the British working classes the way it should be enjoyed. Why not sit down ...

Dine in true British style with a beautiful raised view across the River Thames. This restaurant, bar and brasserie is a great place for a romantic meal, especially when combined with a casual stroll ...

Colourful and welcoming, Mestizo Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar serves quality, traditional Mexican cuisine with a refined touch. Downstairs from the relaxing restaurant you\u0027ll also find a st...

The glitzy Piccadilly branch of Argentinian restaurant Gaucho is spread over four floors. Alongside the main restaurant is the Cavas De Gaucho wine boutique, a ground-floor wine bar and a supper loung...

Sketch is an eccentric, original and elegant venue off Regent Street founded by French master chef Pierre Gagnaire and restaurateur Mazouz. The unique space comprises five dining areas: The Parlour pa...

Colourfully decorated with Indian folk art and collages of firecracker labels, the Bayswater branch of Masala Zone is as warm and welcoming as the other restaurants in this growing chain. The menu tak...

Sarastro is renowned for its flamboyant interior - part stage set, part old curiosity shop. Taking a nod from the nearby West End theatres, the dining room features opera boxes, luxuriant velvet table...

Rainforest Cafe brings the sights and sounds of the jungle to London\u0027s famous Piccadilly Circus, with trumpets of elephants, gorilla roars, tropical fish tanks, an indoor waterfall and roaring th...

While you\u0027re exploring London\u0027s trendy East End why not book a table at the now well-established live music and burger restaurant The Blues Kitchen. Pop in for lunch, brunch, dinner or an ev...

Michelin-starred restaurant Locanda Locatelli serves top-quality, traditional Italian food created with panache by head chef Giorgio Locatelli. Stand-out dishes at the Central London eaterie (accordin...

The Duke of Cambridge is the first and only British pub to be certified as organic by the Soil Association. The menu at the Islington gastropub unsurprisingly features an excellent range of delicious ...

Afternoon tea at The Ritz is a London institution. In fact, it\u0027s so popular that you have to book at least four weeks in advance. There is a stunning total of five afternoon tea sittings every da...

In 2012, Fortnum \u0026 Mason\u0027s newly renamed Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon was officially inaugurated by the Queen, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duchess of Cambridge. Today, having afternoon tea ...

Afternoon tea at Brown\u0027s Hotel is served in the cosy, timeless setting of the English Tea Room, complete with wood panelling, fireplaces and original art. Tuck into a selection of sweet and savou...

Ladies and gentlemen, pick your best jacket because afternoon tea at Hotel Café Royal requires you to be dressed appropriately. And for good reason. During the week, tea is taken in the excellent Ten ...

Take time out from visiting the nearby Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. The bright lounge area at The Emmeline\u0027s provides a suitable setting for a quintessentially posh British afterno...

Afternoon tea is served five times a day at The Dorchester in the timeless Promenade and at the elegant Spatisserie. Choose from Vintage Afternoon Tea on The Balcony, the Dorchester Afternoon Tea, Cha...

Take a river boat cruise along the Thames and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea of freshly made sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, cakes and unlimited tea. Enjoy a window view o...

Any music enthusiast will want to book afternoon tea at the Royal Albert Hall. This iconic London venue has hosted countless numbers of memorable concerts throughout the years and it is home to the an...

Planning to visit Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens? Exploring the canals around Little Venice and Paddington? Why not take some time out to rest and have afternoon tea at the luxurious Roseate House L...

Indulge your royal fantasies with an afternoon tea at The Goring, just a few steps away from Buckingham Palace. This hotel has been perfecting the art of afternoon tea for more than a century. So much...

Converted from an old bus station in the 90s, the Ministry of Sound is a legendary spot in London\u0027s clubbing scene - and is an international brand too. Located close to Elephant and Castle, south...

Run by the creative minds behind The Vaults, Vaulty Towers is a bar that perfectly captures the whimsical essence of the experimental art space beneath. It\u0027s packed with curios like an exaggerate...

An award-winning establishment in London\u0027s flourishing East End features a revamped 150-year-old pub, unmistakably modern yet layered with history, and an upstairs dining room where you can fully...

Sure, the concept of "insider-only" speakeasy is far from new, but we think this little place is worth seeking out. It\u0027s not just the satisfaction of being somewhere secret – Mayor of Scaredy Cat...

The historic Cockney shop now shares its moody art deco space with a beloved cocktail bar called The Jellied Eel, which is in operation Friday \u0026 Saturday nights, 7pm-2am. Expect great cocktails (...

A bar in Peckham with major nostalgia-factor packed full of retro arcade games. Each game is only 25 pence to play, so you can have them all, plus great vegetarian and vegan grub.

What could easily have been a gimmick actually became one of Kentish Town\u0027s favourite watering holes: a former public toilet transformed into a below-ground bar. There is another one in Camden no...

Housed deep below the ground (underneath London\u0027s Waterloo station) are The Vaults: a one-of-a-kind venue for experimental art in all its forms. Their calendar is updated regularly, and since any...

Known for its real ales, traditional pub grub and beautiful Victorian décor, The Argyll Arms is a slice of old London in the bustling shopping district of Oxford Street. Completed in 1742, the Grade I...

In keeping with its name, the Top Secret Comedy Club is perhaps London\u0027s best kept secret when it comes to comical entertainment. But watch out – it\u0027s unlikely to stay this way for long! Dis...

Perhaps the capital\u0027s most iconic jazz venue. Up and running since 1959, Ronnie Scott\u0027s has had the pleasure of hosting some of the world\u0027s most renowned musicians. Whether it\u0027s th...

London\u0027s East End is having a moment: conclude your tour in Shoreditch, home to one of the city\u0027s hottest street food markets with communal tables and outdoor seating. Grab dinner from one o...

A cheaper and more authentic alternative to the glamour of London\u0027s West End can be found hidden away upstairs or downstairs in many pubs across the capital. The King\u0027s Head in Islington was...

The Atlas Pub is a warm and relaxing venue, where you\u0027ll find stylish wood panelling, fresh flowers and a brick fireplace. It also has a fine selection of wines and ales, a menu full of delicious...

Thought to be London’s oldest wine bar (it was established in 1890), Gordon\u0027s is a wonderfully atmospheric venue that feels like something from another era. This candlelit cellar-bar serves a wid...

Carved out of crystal-clear ice from the Torne River in Sweden and maintained at a constant minus-five degrees all year round, Icebar London is literally the coolest bar in town. Everything in the bar...

Established in 1863, The Prince Alfred has retained much of its period features, including the original Victorian snugs - each with its own door onto the street and separated from each other by a wood...

Just like Leicester Square, where it is located, the five-floor Hippodrome Casino is glitzy and vibrant. Aside from the gaming areas, there are live shows, six bars, a restaurant, two lounges and an o...

Oxford Street is the ultimate London shopping destination, packed with high-street fashion, international brands, technology, homewear and much, much more. No wonder its streets are always crowded wit...

Selfridges\u0027 flagship London store is one of the world\u0027s finest department stores. It is six floors of fabulous fashion, pop-up concessions, electrical gadgets, stylish homeware and tasty foo...

Head to Notting Hill on a Saturday, when the Portobello Road Market (claimed by some to be "the world\u0027s most famous market") is in full swing. The market is known for its antiques and collectable...

This souvenir shop with a difference stays true to its self-asserted mission of \u0027revolutionising London souvenirs\u0027 by packing its compact Soho outlet in 57 Carnaby Street full of non-banal p...

With its beautiful curved facades, listed architecture and elegant hotels, Regent Street is a cultural destination as well as a shopping hotspot. Top brands such as Liberty, Apple and Hamleys congrega...

Instantly recognisable by its iconic mock-Tudor frontage, Liberty is a lavish design emporium located just off Regent Street. It first opened its doors in 1875, and was later crowned by Oscar Wilde “t...

Located next to the picturesque canal, Camden Lock Market is a must if you\u0027re into quirky, alternative and unique gifts, fashion and crafts. Comprising a mix of shops and stalls, the buzzing mark...

As well as its street entertainment, Covent Garden is famous for its covered markets - Apple Market, Jubilee Market and East Colonnade Market - which sell everything from British-made arts and crafts ...

Knightsbridge and the surrounding areas of Chelsea and South Kensington are known for their high-end fashion and prestigious brands. On Sloane Street, you\u0027ll find Prada, Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Do...

Famous around the world, Harrods is a gold-and-green beacon in London\u0027s shopping scene. Inside the stunning store you\u0027ll find everything from homewares and kitchen essentials to books and be...

Packed with unique arts and crafts, Greenwich Market is the place to go for one-off, unique gifts and souvenirs - be it handmade jewellery, natural beauty products, children\u0027s toys or antiques (e...

London\u0027s Borough Market is unsurprisingly popular – it\u0027s been gaining momentum since as early as the 12th century, after all – but those who arrive for an early lunch can take advantage of t...

A street in Mayfair, Savile Row has been synonymous with traditional bespoke tailoring since 1803. It remains a key player in the London fashion scene thanks to cutting-edge designers such as Richard ...

Mayfair is home to some of the world\u0027s most prestigious brands and luxury hotels, and is London\u0027s most exclusive shopping destination. Along Mount Street you\u0027ll find many luxury fashion...

Westfield London is a super-sized shopping and leisure destination in West London\u0027s Shepherd\u0027s Bush district. Inside this stunningly designed mall you\u0027ll find more than 265 luxury and h...

The sister mall to the pioneering Westfield London, Westfield Stratford City has revitalised East London with its great brands, top restaurants and entertainment venues. As well as 250 shops and 70 di...

Harvey Nichols, or Harvey Nicks as it\u0027s known locally, is a favourite among London’s fashionistas. Its flagship Knightsbridge store opened in the 1880s and today boasts a massive eight floors of ...