Free access to the treasures of the world is the splendid gift offered every visitor to the British Museum. When you pass through the Greek-temple facade in the Bloomsbury district, you’re entering a shrine to human endeavor, history and art. Some 7 million objects from all continents are exhibited in the museum, showing human culture […]
Once the home of one of London’s traditional fruit and vegetable markets, Spitalfields Market has now been transformed into a vibrant and bustling market place with a large variety of goods, including the works of an array of contemporary artists. If you love exploring markets and hunting for bargains or unusual finds, then head to […]
Given the number of perfectly manicured parks across London, indulging in a picnic lunch (weather permitting) is a great way to spend the day. Not only does it allow for a relaxing break, but it also warrants a visit to the city’s bustling Borough Market.
London boasts many impressive palaces and castles, from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London, but one of the most interesting and accessible may just be Hampton Court , situated on the River Thames in the southwest part of the city.
For six weeks each year, London’s Hyde Park is transformed into a magical Winter Wonderland. Set in 20 acres of parkland and located between Hyde Park Corner and the Serpentine, the annual Winter Wonderland experience runs from 10am to 10pm daily. The event attracts thousands of visitors each year, especially because it is suitable for […]
Though I had harbored fantasies of visiting St. Paul’s Cathedral à la Mary Poppins (crooning sweetly and throwing seed to the nearby birds), a sign reading “please don’t feed the birds” soon dashed my hopes (I didn’t really feel like singing after that…or perhaps it was the “quiet please” sign on display as I entered […]
Britain is awash with weird and wonderful customs and ceremonies and one of the longest running has to be The Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London.
London is an expensive city and these hotels are the most expensive you can find. The 5-Star and Luxury Hotels we recommend are almost faultless and the 4-Star hotels are ones we consider the best in that category. Some are actually bargains for the wonderful service and accommodations you receive at great prices (for London.)
It’s not often you find museums depicting the home life and work of fictional characters, but that’s the case with The Sherlock Holmes Museum on London’s Baker Street.
One of the best parts about visiting a truly international city, such as London, is the wide variety of cuisines available; the authentic cuisine at the Real Greek Covent Garden is no exception. Upon tasting the familiar and excellently executed flavors, I was transported out of London and back to Athens were I had spent […]