Awesome London branch of the Milan bakery. Pretty much everything is yummy, best to come during the day when you have a chance of being able to get a seat. Always lots of Italians, a good sign surely.
Open from Thursday to Saturday this a food-lovers' paradise. But be warned if you're going on a weekend, get there at 8am to avoid the crowds Read more.
Walk along the river bank including going over the wobbly bridge. Grab a coffee/lunch. Enjoy city view. Pre book & see Shakespeare in recreation of Globe. Pick sunny day (open air) only £5 in yard. Read more.
There are long lines here for a reason. The coffee is very good! Expensive, but good.
The best place to visit if you want to learn more about London’s history. And of course it houses the Crown Jewels, the most famous jewellery collection in the world
One of the biggest multi-art institutions in Europe. Don't miss its temporary activities.+44 (0) 20 7638 4141http://www.barbican.org.uk/ Read more.
Best coffee in Leather Lane. If you have time, have a syphon filtery thingie at the bar.
Wow, what a gold mine. It's the perfect pub. From the old structure to the pints, to the traditional pub food. This is truly a London gem.
The Bankside Power Station was built as a ‘cathedral of power’ in 1963, but closed in 1981. It reopened as one of Europe’s finest modern art galleries in 2000. The Turbine Hall is 35m high.
We've got a documentary on the history of London Bridge available to listen to while you are here. Click this tip to get the mp3 Read more.
worth visiting if not just for the window displays. Essential shop for those looking for top quality items - from lingerie to lamps. Read more.
The squirrels and pigeons will climb up on you if you have roasted nuts with you! Have shelled peanuts if you only want squirrels.
At 1.5 miles long and about a mile wide, Hyde Park is one of the largest of London's Royal Parks. The Joy of Life fountain is a popular spot for splashing around in when the weather heats up. Read more.
Take a few minutes, even in winter, to explore the central Rose Garden. Lots of flowers with silly names, and plenty of sculpture.
Great cheap food from all over the world (be prepared to share your fare with the greasiest piggeons ever), acceptable pubs and retail paradise for your inner 14-year-old goth. What's not to love?
Learn about London's and UK's history by visiting this museum. Don't miss the Rosetta Stone and the collection of mummies. Open daily from 10am - 7:30pm (until 8:30 Fridays). Entrance is free.
Much cheaper if you buy your tickets online, you can save the long queues also. Read more.
Burgers are so good you won't even have time to Instagram them. Plus they serve their Hendricks & tonic properly, with cucumber. And did I mention the delicious iced tea?
Get to Paris in less than 3 hours via the High Speed Rail (Eurostar)!!!
Go to the Royal Albert Hall. Queue up for a £5 Promming ticket. Experience the amazing BBC Proms from the best place in the house. Read more.
Even if you're not planning on buying anything from one of London's most exclusive stores, a walk around its foodhalls is a worthwhile experience for any foodie Read more.
Selected galleries remain open until 10pm on Fridays. Friday Lates, held on the last Friday of the month (except December), comprise mostly free, drop-in events, workshops and entertainment until 10pm Read more.
The popular Science Museum Lates take place on the last Wednesday of the month, when adults can explore the galleries free from noisy kids. Read more.
Here you will find the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Philharmonia Orchestra, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and London Sinfonietta, as well as hundreds of others! Never a dull moment!
Even if you are not visiting one of the many exhibitions and events organised here throughout the year, come to sit in its beautiful and quiet neoclassical courtyard away from London’s busy streets.
The green, triangle-shaped expanse of leafy land just beyond the Ritz is Green Park. Read more.
All veggie, yet meat-eaters won't even notice the lack of animal bits. Exceptional food for the price. Haven't been upstairs in a while, but used to be decorated with exquisite Victorian porn.
Never miss this place/market if u intend to visit London. Such a great mix of luxury brands, hand crafted shops, weird shops, and restaurants. There are also lots of entertaining street performers.
Walk back to Trafalgar Square and join the free 60-minute taster tour at the National Gallery (nationalgallery.org.uk), which houses the superb collection of 600 years of Western European art.
Big Ben refers to the 13 ton bell in the clock tower of Westminster Palace. Opinion is divided as to whether it was named after the then Commissioner of Works, or a famous prize-fighter of the time.
Not worthy of an 8+ rating IMHO. It's quaint, but there's far better Japanese/Sushi places in the area, e.g. Kulu Kulu. Not worthy of a return visit for me. Salmon tataki was nice though.
The restaurant is cool and the bar expensive, but a visit to the cocoon-loos is what you were looking for, right?+44 (0) 20 7659 4500http://www.sketch.uk.com/ Read more.
Save 10 pounds -- stand on the path up the hill below the meridian and line up the line on wall to your back and look down at the building with the four stacks. Line up with the second stack from the
The world's largest maritime museum contains a huge store of creatively organised maritime art, cartography, models and regalia. Read more.
...after your coffee or tea, take a stroll along Regent's canal until Camden Lock, with a small detour to Primrose Hill. An hour or so walking!
Although there is a lot less stalls, its nicer to go on a Thursday, as prices can be lower and there is a HUGE reduction in people traffic. For deals on fruit and veg wait until about 6pm.
Excellent Eritrean food and friendly staff. Eat like the natives and order the raw kitfo. Large portions served on delicious injera.
Amazing Eritrean Food (similar to Ethiopean Food). Try one of the shared platters, well worth it.
The Antipodean breakfast culture continues its influence across town by way of this chilled-out venue at the base of Exmouth Market. Read more.
What's good here? BREAKFAST! Especially the smashed avocado and poached egg. Great presentation, rustic bread, eggs cooked to perfection anyway you like. Oh and the Coffee is alright I guess 😝
The largest bookstore in London, Foyles is the epicenter of London's bibilophilic beaten path. Amidst four floors there is literally no book that you will not find. Kristin Knox, The Clothes Whisperer
Sit at the bar and enjoy a beautiful pannini and glass of vino! This eclectic spot is the perfect escape from this hussle & bustle
The famous illuminated advertising of Piccadilly Circus began as early as 1893, before most of the city had electric street lighting.
The oldest pub in London, RE-built in 1666 after a lil fire- and it's barely been touched since. Twain, Dickens and Conan Doyle were regulars at various points and my late grandfather used to run it
See some of the most talented musicians in the world perform in a space that feels like you’re one of a lucky few selected to watch the show.
Afternoon tea is fabulous. The house blend tea is lovely. Staff are very efficient and friendly. A great way to recharge after a hard day's shopping.
A great idea for a day trip from London - Stonehenge! Just 90 minutes from the capital!
Not the cheapest place to buy stuff. But occasionaly you can get decent offers. In Charles Tyrwhitt for instance.
Feast your eyes on the most beautiful city in the world from this outstanding view
Go to Masala Zone for top quality Indian cuisine - take in the impressive selection of traditional Indian string puppets hanging from the ceiling.
If burgers are your thing, then Byron is the only way forward. Without doubt the hosts of the best onion rings *known to man*, the Monterey Jack cheeseburger is a fave... Ps. Milkshakes.
Authentic Malaysian food . Service is so so but at least you get some good value. Nasi Lemak and Penang Prawn are delighted, by London's standard.
Had the zebra, crocodile, python, lamb & fish.The zebra is a must & so is the lamb.Crocodile tastes like chicken and Python carpaccio tasted like pork. The pharaoh dessert was exquisite.
the best roast duck in London without any doubts don not forget to order Deep Fried Beancurd with salt and pepper.
