London Guide
Welcome to our London Guide
Welcome to our London Guide which is packed with everything you need to make the most out of your trip to the UK’s capital. The busy city of London is bursting with world-class attractions, sights, restaurants and theatres; it also attracts thousands of visitors each year. During your visit you can enjoy some history at the many free museums, explore the stunning St James Park and catch the breathtaking changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace.
Need a little more inspiration? You will find our London Guide can help you plan your visit giving you tips on the best bars and restaurants and must see attractions. You can take a trip on the EDF Energy London Eye, enjoy a spooky visit to the London Dungeons, sing and laugh along with a show in the West End or simply enjoy one of the many Michelin Star restaurants across the city.
London has over 40,000 shops, 6,000 restaurants and 200 free attractions and is perfect for a weekend getaway or a trip for the whole family. Whatever your reason for visiting, London has something to offer everyone and the London Guide is here to lend a hand in creating a short break to remember.
Head to Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guards
Hop onboard the Original Tour Bus and see the sights of London
Swing by Covent Garden for some street theatre and quirky shops
Catch one of the incredible West End theatre shows!
Catch some of the best live Comedy in the fantastic Jongleurs
Soak up the nightlife in the vibrant Soho
Top Visitor Attractions in London
The EDF Energy London Eye
See the magnificent city of London as never before with a trip on the spectacular London Eye. Experience breathtaking views across Westminster as Big Ben towers across the Houses of Parliament, take in the beauty of St James Park and be amazed at the fantastic Buckingham Palace. Enjoy the 30 minute flight from the comfort of a high-tech glass capsule and see for miles across the city. You can also enjoy the EDF Energy London Eye’s 4D experience, a groundbreaking 3D film with theatre effects.
Travelling to London
London Overview
Multiple motorway networks, rail links across the UK and Europe as well as 3 international airports make the fantastic city of London not just easily accessible from anywhere in the UK, but from practically anywhere in the world.
By Rail
With King’s Cross, Waterloo, Victoria, Paddington, Euston, the Eurostar at St Pancras and many more mainline stations, London is easily accessible via train from all over the UK and Europe. You will find regular direct service from and to the capital from all major stations across the UK.
By Road
The M25 Orbital Motorway circles London, with the M1, M11, M4 and multiple A Roads coming off the M25 leading into the centre of the capital. From the North the M1, M11 and M40 all lead to the M25. Meanwhile, from the West take the M4, from the South East the M2 and the South the M23 or M3 to the Orbital Motorway.
By Air
Between London City Airport, Gatwick and Heathrow you will find daily flights to and from pretty much anywhere in the world! London City Airport is easily accessible via the DLR whilst Heathrow is on the Piccadilly Underground Line and Gatwick has its own train station with regular links to London Bridge and London Victoria train stations.
Getting Around in London
London Overview
A trip to the capital may seem daunting but with plenty of tubes and buses running regular services across the city you will find it easy to get around.
By Bus
The iconic red busses of London are a great way to get around and take in many of the famous sights along the way. With multiple lines all over the city and Oyster Card facilities on the busses it is a quick and easy way to get around London.
By Taxi
The Black Cabs of London can be found all over the city and are a great way to get about. London Black Cabs can be booked from your hotel, picked up from the multiple taxi ranks in the city or just hailed down in the street.
By Tube
With 11 lines, 270 stations and nearly 3 million daily users, the London Underground is the main way to get around the capital. With a convenient Oyster Card and a handy tube map you will find it quick and simple to get about on the Underground.
The Cavendish London
There are loads of reasons to head to London for a short break and here are some of the best!
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09 Feb - 27 May 2012 - Lucien Freud
Exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery.
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5 April - 8 July - E4 Udderbelly Festival
Fantastic comedy, cabaret and music festival in the heart of London.
- 3
8 May - 9 Sept - The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
C.S.Lewis classic tale comes to life in a new production at Kensington Gardens.
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26 - 27 May - HMS Belfast Summer Jamboree
A weekend of celebrations in tribute to the reopening of the HMS Belfast.
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2 - 3 Jun - Jubilee Family Festival
Weekend fun in Hyde Park in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee.
Out and about in London
London Shopping
From world renowned department like Harrods and Harvey Nichols to stylish independent markets at Camden and Brick Lane, the capital has over 40,000 shops to discover.
Eating Out in London
London is a food lover’s haven, bursting with Michelin star restaurants, authentic international cuisine and family favourites.
London Nightlife
After dark the city of London is buzzing with activity. You can discover world class theatres, award winning bars and fantastic nightclubs.
London Bars
Whether you are looking for a stylish wine bar, an afternoon cocktail or a classic beer garden you will find something to suit all tastes.
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