It's great architecture, the amazing permanent collection, the installations in the impressive turbine hall and the major exhibitions
The market began life in 1974 as a weekly crafts market, and now has about 100,000 visitors each weekend. The Stables Market is where the horses used to be kept for towing canal barges.
For the best view of London walk to the top of Primrose Hill... sunrise, sunset - lovely!
The bricks of the buildings on Downing Street were originally yellow brick which over two centuries became blackened from pollution. After restoration in the 1960s they were painted black.
This is one of the biggest aquariums in Europe that has impressive collections of more than 500 marine creatures. Don't miss the glass tunnel walkway and the Penguins Ice Adventure. Open 10am to 6pm.
Though not everyone is a fan of the recent redevelopment of Spitalfields (particularly those pushed out by the rising rents), the market has been afforded a new lease of life. Read more.
Fantastic, beautiful hotel. Clean rooms, amazing breakfast bufet. I had a great time and hope to come back soon.
The toppings in this pizza joint remain inventive (highly recommended is veal meatball, prosciutto, cream, & sage), while the crowd is less quiffs & brogues & more chinos & polo shirts. Read more.
The baked eggs with chorizo is absolutely glorious. Flat white coffee is amazing as well (they roast their beans on site).
Yotam Ottolenghi’s flagship café-brasserie in Islington remains as popular as ever. You can’t book a table for breakfast, so people queue. Read more.
An impressive interior, great beer on tap and very close to Bank tube. Pop in your way home...you won't regret it!
Opened in 1881, the museum facade uses terracotta tiles which were resistant to the soot of Victorian London. The largest of the famous dinosaur skeletons in the central hall is a diplodocus.
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.
Order the piggy burger with pulled pork! Drink the old fashioned with chocolate bitters! Burger heaven...
authentic paris style brasserie, elevated food in an informal setting. The menu is magic, great value for money, and this is one of the hottest restaurants in London!
Speakeasy style American diner, small plates of goodness with classic dishes like mac & cheese and shoestring fries!
Great for Dim Sum.. buzzing atmosphere and great location. You may have to queue on a weekend though.
As you'd expect from the name, they do awesome burgers, whole lobsters and lobster rolls. Really good fries, and cocktails. Ran by the guys who run Goodman steak houses. 4,000 litre lobster tank!
The luxury department store began life in 1813 as a linen shop run by Benjamin Harvey from a terraced house. His daughter married Colonel Nichols in 1820, an expert in oriental rugs and silks.
Showcasing top fashion lines, be sure to stop by the brand new basement! Read more.
Have a wander down Brick Lane on a Sunday and take in the colourful sights and eclectic smells. All sorts of little stalls to nibble away at, alongside vintage fashion and unusual bric a brac
Under the famous Trellik Tower lies one of London's best Vintage clothing stores, if you can get past the attitude of the staff there are som great pieces to be found.
You may not catch a pair of Jimmy Choos, but be sure to catch a red velvet cupcake. - Lauren Rubin. Read more.
Do visit this bustling food market where top London chefs come to buy their ingredients. If you don’t find it here, where will you? Open from Thursday to Saturday, but come early to avoid the crowds! Read more.
This is one of my favourite places to sit and read in London - good coffee and beautiful bikes aplenty Read more.
Incredible value, especially the larger dishes. Fish dishes are exceptional, desserts OK but not amazing
The onsen tamago as a topping as opposed to a small dish is great cracked straight into the hot broth. Mega love.
One of the greatest record shops in the world. Listening booths, staff recommendations, magazines, books, loads of vinyl and surprisingly good coffee. Read more.
You simply must try the flat iron steak! No really, you must: it's literally the only thing on the menu. Read more.
Have a celebration drink at Paramount(103 New Oxford Street, WC1; 020 7420 2900; paramount.uk.net), which has 360-degree views of the West End and beyond. Booking is essential, dress smart-casual.
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.
Order the limited edition Roquefort Burger before its too late. It's being served till 7th May 2013! It's incredible :-)
