Introduction and Overview
The London Travel Guide gives an insight in to one of the most famous cities in the world. It is also one of the most cosmopolitan places on earth, with many different nationalities and languages spoken in the capital. There are many different aspects to London from the exclusive Knightsbridge, Chelsea and Notting Hill to bohemian quirky Camden, there is fashionable Islington in the north and dynamic Clapham to the south. Visitors have a huge range of attractions to choose from; our guide highlights a number of top visitor attractions and provides useful tourist information and tips.
Central London is teeming with some of the world’s best known districts; Piccadilly, Covent Garden, Soho, Mayfair and Westminster are all relatively close together. The preferred way many tourists see these areas are by foot using the underground network that connects all of these areas. London Shopping offers shoppers a huge choice like few other cities, there is Oxford Circus, Regent Street, Bond Street and many others.
There is the fashionable Carnaby Street that came to symbolise the swinging sixties. There are a range of markets in London ranging from well known ones such as Portobello Road and Covent Garden Market to smaller markets offering visitors with plenty of choice and the chance to pick up a bargain.
The city of London square mile area is the centre of the financial institutions based in London. There is an extraordinary concentration of banks from around the world, insurance firms and financial institutions of all descriptions. Many people from all over the UK and the world flock to the square mile each year in search of work opportunities and to make their fortune.
Westminster is home to some of the most famous sights in the capital, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, the Horse Guards Parade, Downing Street - the home of the prime minister. There are also some famous parks in the area including St. James' Park and Green Park. Buckingham Palace is also in the area, one of the official residences of the queen, there are tours available for visitors to see inside the palace.
The West End is seen by many as the heartbeat of London, there is plenty to see and do. If you like shopping there are the shops of Oxford Street, Regent Street and Bond Street. There are also many bars, restaurants and theatres to visit. London is famous for its theatres and will suit most tastes, good value tickets can sometimes be obtained on the day if you can be flexible on timings.
With its rich culture, history and standing as a great world city, London has plenty to offer visitors with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to all tastes.
Disclaimer: The information given in on this website is given in good faith and to the best of our knowledge. If there are any discrepancies in no way do we intend to mislead. Important travel details and arrangements should be confirmed and verified with the relevant authorities.
