With so much to do in London, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to do, so most short term visitors and study abroad students end up simply doing the main sites like the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, and Trafalgar Square. Maybe they’d venture out a bit further to Hyde Park …
57+ Quirky and Unusual Things to Do in London (2024) Read More
One of the best pieces of news for those hoping to do London on a budget is that there are a ton of free things to do in London. Truly, despite being an expensive city overall, London’s free activities and attractions are some of the best in the world. In this list, I’ve provided some …
53+ Bucketlist Free Things to Do in London (original!) Read More
Wondering what the best apps for London and the most useful apps in London are? From public transportation apps to event apps to informational apps, there are so many London apps that you can use as an important tool for getting around London and having the best time in London. Here are some of my …
London has an insane amount of green space for a city its size, which means that you can always find a place to enjoy a picnic or do some people watching or let the kids burn off tons of excess energy! I’ll walk you through the pros and cons of the best London parks so …
31+ Best Parks in London: a Visitor’s Guide (2024) Read More
London is a massive city that is home to people of all different backgrounds and religion, the rich and the poor, tourists and residents, and so much more. But within that mixture are different boroughs that do have distinct identities and values. One of my favorite districts of the city, which is also one of …
21 Brilliant Things to Do in South Kensington, London (2024) Read More
One of the best parts of living in London is neverending access to exhibits, events, and museums. It keeps the city thriving and allows Londoners to actually get out and experience life rather than sitting at home eating ramen noodle because their train ticket cost more than their annual salary. Whether you’re just visiting or …
When it comes to finding the best views in London, some people automatically think of the major sights, the ones listed in the tourist guidebooks, but in this article, I’m covering a few extra! There’s a good mix of types of views in here, including free views of London and paid views of London, as …
27 Best Views in London to Make Your Jaw Drop (2024) Read More
Just south of the River Thames, the London Bridge area is one of the most quintessential London neighborhoods. Whether you stay at a hotel in London bridge or are just visiting from elsewhere in the city, you’ll find so many iconic London attractions to do in London Bridge that can fill a whole day with …
Afternoon tea is one of the most popular thing for visitors to do in London due to the stereotype that Brits love tea – and it’s true. Brits do love tea, though as you’ll read in my “what you don’t know about London” guide, they don’t sit down for “proper” afternoon tea (featuring sandwiches and scones and cakes) regularly – that’s still a …
Particularly for international travelers, one of the really cool things about visiting London is its proximity to wonderful castles near London. Around the world, England has a history closely associated with knights, castles, and the age of chivalry. And even though that chapter of history has been fictionalized to a great extent, it’s perhaps more …
21+ Best Castles near London You Must Visit (2024) Read More
