London has long been known for its ethnic and racial diversity, and nowhere is this illustrated more clearly than in the historically impoverished East End. Home to rolling waves of immigration, the East End of the Victorian era was paradoxically known as a place of safe harbor for countless refugees while simultaneously maintaining a reputation […]
Whether you're visiting New York City for the first time, or you're a dedicated resident of the Big Apple, we could all use a laugh. The best comedy clubs in New York City feature emerging comedians and celebrity A-Listers performing their stand-up routines before heading out on the comedy club circuit. Follow these simple tips […]
Paul the Greenwich Village Pigeon Man can be seen feeding the pigeons and squirrels in Washington Square Park most weekday afternoons. A regular fixture in the Park, Paul sits west of the fountain on a bench regularly reserved for him. Often, the children in the neighborhood will wait for him, or gather around him. While some […]
Fans of the written word from all over the world know that London has been home to some of the greatest authors and playwrights to have ever walked the earth. From Shakespeare to Dickens or Waugh to Woolf, London is full of places with literary connections. And for those who may want to share their […]
London has been home to great literary authors for centuries. There are locations all over town connected to various authors and their works but this self-guided tour focuses on the north London location of Hampstead. Hampstead was a popular retreat for the wealthy from the late 1700’s into the mid-20th century and the houses here […]
How to spend 6 days on a £100 a day budget in London London is notoriously expensive, but it is possible to visit the city on a budget! What follows here are a selection of 1-day itineraries that will have you seeing the best London has to offer, for well under £100 a day! Either […]
London is a culinary capital and food tours here are becoming more and more popular. But at Free Tours By Foot we think paying upwards of £50.00 for a food tour isn’t necessarily affordable and value for money. So we’ve put together a self-guided food tour that is absolutely FREE to take – aside from […]
London’s East End is a plethora of history, sights, smells and tastes! One of the hottest locations in town, the East End began centuries ago as a slum renowned for terribly poverty. Throughout the centuries the area has been populated by immigrants from all over the world: Jews fleeing from persecution, French Huguenots seeking a […]
Many TV shows and movies have been filmed in New York City, a lot of those are film locations in Greenwich Village. On our Greenwich Village tour you can see the sites you recognize from the small and big screen. Movie & TV Film Locations in Greenwich Village The Jefferson Market Garden is a community […]
Welcome to Piccadilly and Kensington, two of the poshest areas in London! Many of these sites are featured in our Soho, Piccadilly Circus, and Chinatown walking tour. However, if our tour calendar doesn’t work for you or if you would just prefer to explore London by bus on your own time, then here is […]
Welcome to the heart of London, where you'll find both historic and contemporary landmarks that define the city's cultural and political heritage. Many of these sites are featured in our Westminster and our London All-in-One walking tours. However, if our tour calendar doesn't work for you or if you would just prefer to explore London […]
Tucked away in between Leicester Square and Shaftesbury Avenue/Soho, London’s Chinatown sits right in the heart of the city. A popular location for tourists and locals alike, Chinatown is filled to the brim with interesting shops, restaurants, bars and bakeries. Bustling during the day and with an extremely busy nightlife, any time is a good […]
The City of London is actually only one square mile. Located between Temple and the Tower of London, the City of London is the oldest part of the capital and, although not as busy as Westminster, has plenty of places to see and things to do! 1 – Go Inside the Royal Courts of Justice […]
Perhaps the most famous department store in the world, Harrods is located in the upmarket London neighbourhood of Knightsbridge. And this post is a shopper's guide to Harrods of London, including popular items, souvenirs, afternoon tea, and more. What Can You Buy at Harrods? Simply put, Anything! With over 330 departments located inside, there isn't […]
Few British royals have ever captured the hearts of the public as quickly and as completely as Princess Diana. From her debut on the world stage during her 1981 marriage to Charles, the Prince of Wales, to her untimely death in a Paris car crash in 1997, the world was obsessed with Princess Diana. In […]
When the clocks have gone back and the evenings draw in, the temperature slowly drops and London’s festive season comes to life! There’s no shortage of things to do, places to go, and fun to have here in November. Regent Street Motor Show – On the day of the Motor Show, Regent Street will be […]
