I’ve been to London many times but still feel like I haven’t seen it all. It has a beauty of its own that always mesmerizes me.
London has four airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and London City Airport. Heathrow is the largest airport and one of the busiest in the world. The easiest way to get to central London from Heathrow is the tube (underground train service). You can buy your ticket from the self-service ticket vending machine, which is very simple and easy to use, or you can buy it over the counter. The tube is the most important public transport in London and approximately 1 million people make their journey by tube every day and it is the most comfortable and fastest way to travel in London.
As one of the most popular tourist destinations, London offers a wide selection of hotels, luxury accommodation, hostels, guesthouses and service apartments for all budgets. London is a very expensive city, so if you are a traveler on a budget, book hostels as they are cheap and neat, and if you plan to stay in London for a few months, look for shared accommodation. They usually cost between 135 and 150 per week, depending on the type of accommodation and the location. I suggest you look for accommodation on the outskirts of London, as the cost of accommodation in central London is very high.
What to do in london
Visit the London theater – There are many theaters in London and most of these theaters are located in Covent Garden, which is in central London, and the closest tube stations are Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Holborn. Street performers perform at Covent Garden Market on a regular basis and it is the only area in London where street performances are allowed. There is a wide variety of pubs and restaurants here to suit all tastes and occasions.
Visit Westminster Abbey – It is a gothic church in Westminster and one of the most famous tourist destinations in London. It is west of the Palace of Westminster (House of Parliament). Approximately 1 million people from around the world come to Westminster Abbey each year. Travelers can see the impressive medieval architecture inside the church, as well as see paintings, stained glass windows, and textiles dating back hundreds of years.
Take a ride on the London Eye – The London Eye is a giant wheel that carries 32 egg-shaped sealed passenger capsules and a full rotation takes approximately 30 minutes. On a clear day, you can see almost 25 miles from the top to Windsor Castle, where Queen lives. To take a ride on the London Eye, visitors must purchase tickets. It is recommended to buy the “fast tickets” online; even if they are a little more expensive because they will help you avoid the big lines. Tourists can also buy regular tickets at the nearby counter.
Enjoy a river cruise – The Thames River Cruise is one of the top attractions among travelers. As the Thames passes through the heart of the city, visitors will be able to take in all the iconic structures such as Tower Bridge, London Eye, Parliament House and others. You won’t have to go hungry during the tour as there are snacks and drinks available inside the boat.
Taste the local food – Before embarking on your sightseeing trip, have a full English breakfast including: Baked Beans, Hash Brown, Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, and Roasted Tomatoes. For lunch, opt for traditional English food such as Fish & Chips, Sausage and Mashed Potatoes in Gravy, Pie, Patties, Sandwich, etc. and for dinner you can go to Thai cuisines like Thai Green Chicken curry, Thai Red Chicken curry, Tom yam Prawns with coconut milk. etc. There are many Thai restaurants in London.
National History Museum Tour – The Museum of Natural History has one of the largest accumulations of artifacts related to natural history in the world. The Natural History Museum is divided into four zones: red, green, blue and orange. The Dinosaur Gallery is the most famous section of the museum, as it contains a giant moving model of T. rex, horned Triceratops, and fossilized Edmontosaurus skin. Admission to the museum is free and is open every day from 10:00 to 17:50 except from December 24 to 26. The last admission is at 17:30. Before entering the museum, visitors’ belongings are searched and it is advisable not to carry sharp objects such as scissors, knives, forks, etc., as they can be carried.
Visit Tower Bridge – Tower Bridge is the most recognized monument in London. The Tower Bridge exhibit is located in the northwest tower, allowing entry to the high-level walkway between the two towers and then to the south tower into the engine room. The Victorian engine room used to raise and lower the bridge for ships to pass. It has been wonderfully maintained and tourists can gaze at the immaculate chambers which are spacious and comfortable.
Take a tour of Madame Tussaud’s – It is an internationally famous wax museum containing wax models of famous people from all over the world. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in London and receives 2.7 million visitors a year. Madame Tussauds is open every day except December 25. It opens from 9:00 every morning, but closing hours vary according to the season.
The best time to go to London is the summer season when the temperature varies between 18 ° C and 27 ° C and the sunlight remains until 10 at night and the sunrises at 4 in the morning.
