When it comes to the best afternoon tea in London, you really are spoiled for choice! But if you're travelling with kids, it's worth considering afternoon teas in London for families. From an afternoon tea for kids to themed afternoon teas, check out our list below to find which option is best for you! Traditional […]
This post covers the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington, a world-renowned institution dedicated to the arts, design, and culture. THE VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM The V&A is made up of a handful of museums, including V&A South Kensington (in London), V&A Wedgwood Collection (in Staffordshire), V&A Dundee (in Dundee, Scotland), with two others, […]
If you know one thing about me, it’s that I love museums. In fact, museums are one of the main reasons I moved here more than a decade ago - London is home to some of the world’s greatest museums. In the space of a few hours, I can pop into The British Museum, The […]
Whether it’s your first visit to London or you’re a seasoned local, I think that everyone should visit Brixton. I regularly spend time there, and I lead food, street art, and culture tours of the area. For me, there’s nothing better than a browse around the markets, a meal in the Village, and a gig […]
This post is a guide to riding the buses in London, including how to pay your fare and other helpful planning tips. Bus travel in London is well worth considering during your travels in the city. The buses are easy to take and run 24 hours a day. The London bus network covers the entirety […]
This post provides details about what kind of weather to expect in London throughout the year. We include average temperatures, average precipitation, and other important information to consider. London is a great city to visit, no matter the time of year. There’s plenty to do outside on gorgeous days, and inside on cold or wet […]
The Tower of London is one of the world’s most visited attractions and is a must-see for anybody visiting London. When going to the Tower of London, there are a few different options on how to tour the building complex. This post is a walkthrough of what you will see as well as a review […]
This article will help you choose a hotel in Covent Garden, a wonderful area of Central London. Covent Garden sits on the border of Soho, Bloomsbury, and Holborn. It’s in the borough of Camden, known as the West End (along with Soho). The area is famous for theatre, musicals, shopping, and dining, and it’s also […]
One of the most exclusive (and expensive!) districts in the world, let alone London, Mayfair is synonymous with wealth and luxury. Mayfair is home to charming Georgian houses, 5-star world renowned hotels, Michelin starred restaurants, historic pubs, and the finest shops in town. If you're looking to explore this incredible district, read our guide on […]
For those who love to shop, eat, or soak up the local culture, Spitalfields Market is the perfect place to indulge in all three! From Antiques to hand-crafted one-of-a-kind pieces, unique boutiques to street food, the market has a little bit of everything. And, in this video, Sinead, a tour guide with us, Free Tours […]
London is home to multiple, incredible markets, attracting shoppers from all across the globe. Yet Leadenhall Market is slightly different and, unless you're a Harry Potter fan, you may not even know it exists! To find out more about Leadenhall Market, including how to get there, read our post below. And, in the video below, […]
It's Christmas time! Synonymous with luxury for well over a century, the window displays at Harrods are some of the finest in the UK. Although worth visiting throughout the year, the store really shines (literally!) at Christmas. To find out what's on for the 2023 holiday season, look no further! As local tour guides who […]
Regent Street is a popular destination in London both for people who love to shop, and also for people who love to just look - all year round! But Christmas is when Regent Street truly (and literally!) shines, and we should know because we lead regular walking tours here for the holidays. And, in the […]
London is known throughout the world for the incredible variety of luxury shopping on offer, and one of the most famous destinations in the capital is Fortnum & Mason! Although worth visiting throughout the year, the store really shines (literally!) at Christmas. To find out what's on for the 2023 holiday season, look no further! […]
Christmas 2023 has almost arrived here in London! Our city is known throughout the world as one of the best places to view some incredible Christmas lights. And perhaps nowhere in London is better known for its fabulous illuminated Christmas displays than Oxford Street. In the video below, Sinead, a tour guide with Free Tours […]
This post is a survey of Windsor Castle Tours from London as well as a walk through Windsor Castle that points out the most notable sites and attractions. Things to See at Windsor This section will serve as a self-guided tour of Windsor Castle. The route will be partly based on our video tour of […]
