Vast, vibrant and truly multicultural, London is one of the world’s great destinations

Despite its size, travelling around London is surprisingly easy, with the comprehensive and easily navigated London Underground (or Tube). Most of the London’s attractions like Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, London Eye, Piccadilly Circus lie in the centre of London including the busiest, liveliest different entertainment areas, such as Knightsbridge and Soho. Other attractions include some of the greatest museums and art galleries around the world like the Tate Gallery and London’s Science and History Museum. London’s vivacity and charm also stretches far beyond the centre. Residential areas outside the city centre, such as leafy Richmond (southwest) or Hampstead (north), trendy Hoxton (east) or Notting Hill (west), each have their own attractions as a destination.

Travellers come for London’s attractions of history or royal pageantry although they return for all the charms of the modern London, not least the extraordinary breadth of London’s cultural life, with world-class art galleries and other attractions including theatres, buzzing nightlife, film, music, culinary and fashion scenes.

When to travel to London

London travel has no off-season. Best time to travel is during spring (April-June) or autumn (September-November). Summer (July/August) is the busiest time for tourists. During winter, the grey skies and rain can be forgotten for a while in numerous cosy pubs.

Advisor tips for London

Hotels

Threadneedles Hotel – London
I enjoyed the individual touches like personalized business cards and private bar in your suite. The amenities on turn down and the exquisite Korres toilets and the list goes on. I recommend upgrading to a suite overlookingThreadneedles Street. I suggest the Sir Ernest Shackleton Suite.- Paul

Knightsbridge Hotel London.
For a more traditional yet contemporary stay in the heart of Knightsbridge this hotel is perfect for the luxury traveller. I was impressed by the attention to fine detail of the drawing rooms and really the whole hotel. The Junior Suites are simply striking. Key reason to stay I believe is the ever welcoming and extremely attentive staff. - Paul

Plaza on the River Club and Residence –London
Located on theThamesRiverthis all suite hotel overlooksLondon’s best views. Accommodation from studio to three bedroom suites with 5 star service. For long stay guests recommend having the chef’s prepare and cook in your suite.- Paul

Restaurants

Daphnes (South Kensington)

River Cafe(Hammersmith)

Scotts (Mayfair)

Boxwood (Knightsbridge)

Amaya (Knightsbridge)

Cheaper and cheerful

Sale y Pepe (Knightsbridge)

Le Suquet (Kensington)
Stylish French and specialising in Seafood we have good memories of Le Suquet. -Don & Georgie