This post will cover each of the best bus tours in Liverpool, including hop-on hop-off services and outings that will take you to all the most notable Beatles landmarks. Overview There are currently two different types of bus tour in Liverpool that will take you around to several notable sites throughout the city. The most […]
You’re about to head to London - what should you buy? What are the best London souvenirs? Don't worry: I've got the answers! Let’s face it – for some of us (myself included) shopping is one of the best things about travelling. I love buying souvenirs for myself, but also for my loved ones, and […]
This post covers some of the most notable Beatles landmarks in Liverpool, including locations that influenced the band’s work, clubs where they played, pubs where they drank, and monuments erected in their honor. Fab Four Homes Influential Sites Monuments Clubs & Pubs Beatles Museums in Liverpool TIP: The Beatles bus tours in Liverpool will take […]
This post provides details about the 2-for-1 London bus tour tickets, sponsored by National Rail. We cover how to take advantage of the deal, which bus tours participate, and how much you could save. There are a lot of interesting bus tours in London, and some of them are actually included in the 2-for-1 deal […]
As a London tour guide, I most often come into contact with visitors after they've flown into the city. But, I've noticed on our London Travel Tips Facebook Page that a lot of guests find it confusing trying to decide which London airport is best to fly into. The answer isn't one-size-fits-all, of course. The […]
There's another part of the East end that Londoners have known about for years, but is just now becoming a popular spot to visit: Wapping. Find out more about Wapping, and one of the most popular pubs in London, the Prospect of Whitby, below. What is Wapping? Where was Execution Dock? What Are the Pelican […]
London’s Underground system, the first in the world, is famous across the globe. With millions of people riding the rails every year, it’s an iconic part of our capital city. And as popular as it is with the living - it appears to be just as popular with the dead..! Find out where to find […]
Of the several places to ice skate in London, one of the loveliest is at Somerset House, where the courtyard of a gorgeous 17th-century building is transformed into an ice rink. Under the sparkling lights of a 40-foot (12 m) Christmas tree, gliding on the ice at Somerset House is something magical. And in the […]
In a lot of my blog posts about London, I mention that those of us who live here rarely come to Leicester Square. But the exception to that is during the holiday season! The Leicester Square Christmas Market gets a visit from me every single year. In this post, I'm going to outline everything you […]
As a tour guide, I am often asked my opinions on the best way to travel into London from Heathrow airport. Because I travel a lot, I am in a good position to offer advice on the three most popular ways: the Elizabeth Line, the Piccadilly Line, and the Heathrow Express. In this post, I […]
This post covers how to take a day trip from London to the Cotswolds, including tips on organized bus tours, shuttles, trains, and more. Overview The Cotswolds is a large area comprising many small towns, so if you’re planning a day trip, you’ll want to decide on a few specific locations you’d like to visit. […]
This post covers the Heathrow Express, whether you should take it to Paddington Station or not, as well as information on tickets, transfers, and other tips. Heathrow Express is a specialised train service that runs, continuously, every 15 minutes, between Paddington Station and Heathrow Airport. It's the fastest way to travel into central London from […]
This post provides information about traveling from London to Canterbury using a shuttle bus. If you want to drive there instead, this post also includes directions for cars as well. Overview Shuttle Driving Train Day Trips Walking Tours OVERVIEW There are several ways to get from London to Canterbury, and this post will cover all […]
For centuries various royal families have resided in London, building castles in and around this capital city. Here is your list of London castles and castles nearby that you can visit! All can be visited as a day trip. And check out our list of London's Royal Palaces, to learn about Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, […]
If you're an American in London and feeling a bit nostalgic (or just looking to purchase from a company you are familiar with), here are some restaurants and stores you can and can't find in the city. Note that if you're interested in getting to know about the local food scene, you might consider taking […]
This post will provide details about each of the hop-on-hop-off bus tours available in London. We will also include information about any offers or deals available on tickets. Let's get started!
