This post covers things to do in November in London, including nighttime, free, and family-friendly options, all updated for 2024. November can be a great time to visit, with temperatures still well above freezing and little rainfall during most of the month. Costs for hotels and flights costs about as low as they get during […]
This post covers things to do in Soho in London. Originally a playground for the London rich, today Soho is the entertainment hub of the city. There are theatres, restaurants, shops, and cocktail bars on nearly every street. In the swinging ’60s, Soho was the heart of the action and was the stomping ground of […]
This post provides information about things to see and do on Primrose Hill in London. We’ll also include details about the history of this location, how to get there and nearby attractions. What is Primrose Hill? For a long time, this area of London was largely undeveloped land with trees and wildlife, and it was […]
Every Harry Potter fan knows the most famous train platform in the world: Platform 9 and 3/4! Each also likely knows that the station where scenes of the platform were filmed is in London. This post will show you how to find Platform 9 and 3/4 in King's Cross Station, including tips on planning your […]
This post will cover how to get tickets for the Clink Prison Museum, how to get there, tours they offer, and deals to help you save some money. Overview The Clink is one of the most notorious and historic prisons in all of London. Dating back to the year 1144, this is actually the oldest […]
This post covers the weather in September in London, including average temperatures and rainfall as well as tips on what to wear and do this month. AVERAGE TEMPERATURES In early September in London, you will likely experience comfortable daytime temperatures near 21-22 C (70 F) with a couple of the warmer afternoons reaching up into […]
The following post will provide tips on the best time to go to London. Consequently, it also helps you avoid the worst time to visit London. We’ll focus on the most affordable time of year, the best weather, and other factors to consider before making a decision. The Quick Answer If you’re looking for a […]
This article gives you the best things to do in London during October, updated for 2024. We include a top 10 list, of nighttime activities, free things to do, as well as family-friendly attractions. As local London tour guides, we have drawn upon our extensive extensive experiences to come up with this list of October […]
This post covers how to get concessionary tickets to the Tower of London, how to plan your visit, and what you’ll see on your tour. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales through some of the links below at no cost to you. See the full text. Overview There are […]
Should you purchase the London Pass or another London city pass ? Our post will fill you in on which London tourist pass may be best for you.
If you're ready for a break after one of our free London walking tours, an affordable afternoon tea should hit the spot. Sometimes called ‘High Tea’, Afternoon Tea refers to the experience of attending a hotel or restaurant in one’s finery, sipping tea, and indulging in scones, sandwiches, and petits fours. Here are some of […]
This post covers free things to do in London today, tomorrow, or whenever, as well as some cheap options. We include free things to do at night, with kids, and even cheap and almost free things to do. BEST FREE EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO There are plenty of things to do that won't cost […]
This post covers the top 10 things to do in Brick Lane, a vibrant street in the East End of London. We include information on how to get here, what to do, and where to eat. HOW TO GET TO BRICK LANE Brick Lane is located in East London and runs south from Swanfield Street […]
Who Was She? Born Eliza Ann Smith in 1840, Annie came from a relatively respectable family. Her father was George Smith, of the 2nd regiment Life Guard, who later became a domestic servant. At age 27, Annie married John Chapman, a coachman, and together they had three children, although her eldest son had been born […]
This post is our list of the best things to do in London in September, including free, family-friendly, as well as nighttime activities, updated for 2024. Let's get started! TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER If you are considering visiting many top attractions, taking a cruise, or a bus tour, then you should consider […]
