London is famous for at least a million reasons including the hallmark red double-decker buses, the Big Ben, gleaming black taxis and above all the royal splendor and magnificent edifices and castles. In this city that never sleeps, there is no dearth of captivating activities. No matter whether you are on a short ramble or a longer vacation, London has all the ingredients to whip up a heady holiday.
Travel and Tours
London is well connected with the rest of the world and Heathrow Airport, the world’s busiest international airport, caters to millions of tourists who touch down in this enchanting city all round the year. Though London rolls out a red carpet to its visitors all through the year, festive occasions like Christmas and New Year are particularly busy and jovial period to visit London.
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Day Time Sight Seeing Ideas
The pretty streets of London present a stunning juxtaposition of the historical edifices and the avant-garde constructions silhouetting its skyline. The architectural marvels such as Buckingham Palace, British Museum, Tower of London and London Eye among others would throw open the golden annals of its opulent past. Punting along River Thames is another essential must do on any London trip.
A Guided Tour
Walking tours are delightful options to explore the history and character of this great city. A guided tour will be an interesting option to know more about its anecdotes rather than flipping through a history book! In case you are hard pressed for time, the best way to tour London would be by taking a London bus tour that would make sure that you get to see all the important landmarks of this fabulous city including the Buckingham Palace, Shakespeare's Globe and West Minister Abbey apart from some of the bustling spots of London like the Oxford Street and Park Lane among others.
Art and Culture All The Way
Madame Tussauds is yet another essential stopover where you can see some of the most famous faces on earth in life- like wax models, from Shakespeare to Kylie and Her Majesty the Queen among others. At the National Gallery of London you can flip through some of the coveted European masterpiece paintings while the stunning Tate Modern oozing with contemporary charm would introduce you to some of the legendary creations of Matisse and Picasso. The way side parks and gardens that paint the streets in a riot of colours add a distinct charm to this city and make ideal spots for a leisurely stroll or a siesta.
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London – The City That Never Sleeps
The music buffs cannot afford to miss out the fabled operas and the five symphony orchestras. London has a vibrant festive calendar armed from head to toe with gigs, to carnivals and theatres. Come sun down, the countless night clubs reverberate with electrifying music and dance where the party animals can bop till they drop. Indeed, not many cities on earth can match the flamboyance of London.
Hit the hub of night partying in London at West End that is dotted with some of the best restaurants and night clubs. The street shows, music events and theatrical performances and comedians are all part of the diverse kaleidoscope of London night life.
