Just Touched Down in London Town

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Jackie Verses

  • Arts & Culture

  • London

  • United Kingdom

  • City Travel

  • Food & Wine

  • Couples Travel

  • Family Travel

Tower bridge London with a tree and people sitting on a bench near the river looking out at the bridge.
Curator’s statement

London is a captivating and exciting city to visit. Within the royal backdrop, there are plenty of historic sights to see, unique experiences to be had and amazing food to try! A trip to London can include a great combination of rich history mixed with indulgence and fun.

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Where to stay in London

DUKES London

Upmarket property in London's Mayfair neighborhood with posh rooms and suites.

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Kimpton Fitzroy London

Upscale property overlooking Russell Square with sophisticated rooms and suites.

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The Rubens at the Palace

Proud royal heritage hotel featuring the best of British hospitality including red-uniformed doormen, extraordinary cuisine and even London experiences for the entire family.

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The Ritz London

Located in London's West End, this 5-star hotel is set in a historic Neoclassical building brimming with luxury and opulence.

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Things to do in London

An aerial view of London at night with lights, a sunset and water.

Historic Landmarks:

  • Buckingham Palace: No trip to London is complete without seeing the iconic, stately palace. Pro tip: If you visit between July to September yearly, make sure to purchase the tickets for The State Rooms, only open to the public during this time. You can also pop by the majestic Westminster Abbey after your visit to the palace.

  • Tower of London: The crown jewels are housed here and worth a viewing. While here, you’ll also want to stop by the notable Tower Bridge landmark.

  • London Eye: A ferris wheel with the perfect birds-eye view of the city.

Art & Culture:

  • Harry Potter Studio Tour: Located about an hour outside of central London is the magic of how Harry Potter was created. This is not an experience you will want to miss.

  • West End Theater Shows: Take a night and enjoy a broadway show at London’s famous west end. Our favorite we saw was Wicked!

  • Museums: Victoria & Albert, Tate Modern.

  • Abbey Road: Famous Beatles picture.

  • Harrods: The famous luxury department store in London. It also has amazing food stalls if you need a break from all of the fashion.

  • Borough Market: We loved this place so much that we went twice! Definitely check out Neal’s Yard for delicious grilled cheese.

  • Notting Hill: Adorable area to walk around with colorful buildings and great local fare and pubs.

  • Camden for Flea Markets: Great place to score a leather jacket!

  • High Tea: Recommendations include iconic Savoy Afternoon Tea and Kensington Palace.

Places to eat & drink in London

A drink in a martini glass with an orange fruit peel at London Dukes Bar.

Cocktails:

  • Duke's Bar: The best table-side martini ever! Get here early to snag a coveted spot for a cocktail.

  • Cahoots: A dimly lit 1920’s speakeasy cocktail bar with live music.

  • Sketch: Stellar ambiance with multiple rooms and experiences. Grab a drink or go to the famous pink champagne room for high tea.

Restaurants:

  • Monmouth Coffee Company: A small cafe with delectable almond croissants and coffee.

  • Hunan: A multi-course Asian-inspired tasting menu, truly special and not to be missed!

  • Dalloway Terrace: A beautiful al fresco dining with an ornately decorated wall as the most desired spot to enjoy a lovely lunch or dinner in front of.

  • The River Cafe: A seasonal rotating menu always paired with perfectly prepared pasta and fresh cooked fish to be had.

  • The Churchill Arms Pub: While the outside decor is famously filled with flowers, inside you enjoy yourself a pint and a famous order of the fish & chips.

  • Hawksmoor: Upscale steakhouse, make sure to try their triple-cooked chips.

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For more travel tips, check out Fora Advisor Bijoy Shah’s guide, To-do & To-eat: A Lively London Respite.

This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to London.