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alinamaatjessiletskaya loves London because amazing vibrant city
wfberkhof loves London because Great museums, guided history tours, stand up shows, musicals
blackheat loves London because one of my favs
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goldacriddle loves London because So much history
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What is London
London is the capital and largest city of both the United Kingdom and of England, and the largest city in western Europe. Situated on the River Thames in South-East England, Greater London has an official population of roughly 7.5 million people—although the figure of over 14 million for the city's total metropolitan area more accurately reflects London's size and importance. London is historically one of the great "world cities" and remains a global capital of politics, culture, fashion, trade and finance.
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About London
genjic from Finland wrote about London 4 years, 10 months ago
Gordon's Wine bar is an excellent place between the Embankment and Charing Cross Underground stations. Good wines by the bottle, VERY nice atmosphere and a great terrace when the weather is good. A must-place for every London visit.
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harryhindu replied 2 years, 3 months ago:
love Gordons Wine Bar - whenever I got to London I already assume I'll be penniless by the time I leave (mainly because of Gordons!) although I tend to stay somewhere cheaper like the area near
<a href+@http://www.matchhotels.com/football/England/Arsenal-hotels-1697.html">Arsenal FC<a/>
and subsequently save my money for hanging around that area :-)
tilkkuliini replied 3 years, 11 months ago:
I'm just going to London in the early August. Looking forward to see the Hyde Park.
tina2 replied 3 years, 11 months ago:
Yes, me too. I'm leaving on the third of August :)
harryhindu replied 2 years, 3 months ago:
I know what you mean about hotel rooms going fast. I've looked around those dates but have decided to be more concise with my decision and stick to one area - near Lords - as I am hoping to catch a spot of cricket during my visit. Incidentally, anyone recommend a hotel in this area?
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trappedonearth replied 2 years, 2 months ago:
The Marylebone hotel is around 1.3 miles away from the Cricket Grounds. The rates are pretty decent and it's got great service. Check info on link below
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heronlake replied 2 years, one month ago:
There are also convenient hotels near tube stations in Central London, most of which are ridiculously pricy, but good if you're lazy like me!
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jussi from Finland wrote about London 4 years, 10 months ago
London is huge city but some of its different districts have a nice small town feeling. We had an authentic experience when visiting an indian restaurant in the west end.. Or the hippy Camden.. Or one could just go to Piccadilly Circus because the name just sounds so funny.
juha replied 4 years ago:
Yes you can visit them. They are actually quite large and popular. Just buy the ticket and enjoy the museum!
wolfiewolf replied 4 years ago:
Yes, they are great. It's all here http://cwr.iwm.org.uk/
tilkkuliini from Finland wrote about London 3 years, 10 months ago
We visited London with my boyfriend for 4 nights. We were sleeping in the Corus Hotel Hyde Park, which is locatedjust near the Kensington Park and Hyde Park.
Two days of shopping and two days of sightseeing. Every evening we went for a romantic walk to the Hyde Park. So, four evenings, and we still didn't see everything in the park. It's HUGE! And Romantic <3
andymarshall wrote about London 3 years, one month ago
London Zoo is great but not on cold, rainy day like May 1st. We were entertained by a monkey that got hold of a keeper's knife. The keeper got it back eventually with no injuires to any of the monkeys or the keeper.
stevejones wrote about London 2 years, 7 months ago
May seem a bit touristy but we can recommend doing a Jack the Ripper Walk around Whitechapel. The guide knew his stuff and it was pretty scary. http://britmovietours.com/bookings/jack-the-ripper-tour/
tilkkuliini replied 3 years, 11 months ago:
Is it so expensive now too? I mean the situation of all the economics right now. And is it expensive all around London or just in some parts of London?
tuijahyvarinen from Finland wrote about London 4 years, 5 months ago
Lakeside Shopping Center
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trav replied 3 years, 9 months ago:
Avoid like the plague - why would a visitor to London go to a souless identikit shopping mall that isn't even IN London?
tilkkuliini from Finland wrote about London 3 years, 11 months ago
Now I heard an interesting tip about London. My friend has just visited there and she told me about Exhibition called Body Worlds. If I understood right there are real bodys and people can learn about anatomy and physiology.
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dm83737 from USA wrote about London 3 years, 8 months ago
Part of trip "UNL Trip 2002 - Destination 1"
mayadaly from USA wrote about London 3 years, 7 months ago
London, as I remember it, is a beautiful place filled with wonderful people. I went when I was around six maybe but I remember the atmosphere. What I recall most is the Tower Bridge (I think that's what it's called). It's magnificent! I remember the London Clock Tower (again, sorry if that's not what it's called), standing in front of it looking up at the top. I recommend London if you're planning a trip to England!
francescodalessio from United Kingdom wrote about London 2 years, 10 months ago
Its alrite , not as beautiful as rome!
heronlake asked a question about London 2 years, one month ago
Im heading to London soon for a few days and want to check out the BFI in Waterloo. Is it worth staying around there too? I found a site for prospective hotels but not sure if I want to stay in any of them!
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timothylondon asked a question about London 2 years, one month ago
I'm driving to London soon and wondered if anyone had advice regarding Stansted, my company wants to book me in at the airport overnight because I have a 6am flight and they don't seem to trust I'll make it! I have to park up there too for when I return, anyone parked there and know what it's like? I heard Heathrow is a nightmare!
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About places near London
psalmi from Finland wrote about St Paul's Cathedral 5 years, 2 months ago
If your head and feet are up to it, it's definitely worth taking the 530 steps up to the dome and enjoy the wonderful views over London. Also the whispering gallery is a must stop in the middle. The scary part with rusty iron see-through staircases starts only from here so you may also turn back and descend if you are scared of heights.
nanix2 from Finland wrote about Science Museum 5 years, 2 months ago
London Science Museum is must visit for all science fans. It's also very kids friendly sight, once there is lot's to do in the Hands-on exhibits (Launchpad). Museums exhibition is large so focus on the subjects you're interested in, rather then running all through. Museum store is also great place to find souvinirs too. And entry is free!
paavo from Indonesia wrote about Jazz Cafe 4 years, 8 months ago
Camden Jazz cafe is the coolest venue in London. The best of the best in Jazz, R'nB, Soul etc. Went to see Angie Stone there (fantastic).
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juha from Finland wrote about Tower of London 5 years, 8 months ago
The old King's castle, lots of history and other fun stuff to see for all who like medieval history. Take the tour guided by the Beefeaters, they tell great stories of beheadings and other neat stuff.
hippo from United Kingdom wrote about Green Park 5 years ago
A haven of tranquility - take your lunch and mix with Londoners. Or take an early morning walk through the park
fbbcorreo-tripsay from Spain wrote about London Eye 4 years, 10 months ago
Great views over London but a bit overpriced, just like almost everything in this city. Yuo get a discount if you have an Oyster card (which is a car for the underground, bus, etc)
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balmyandbonkers from United Kingdom wrote about Shadwell station 5 years, 8 months ago
looking for an opportunity to slum it out? being transported back to the east london of the 1800s? shadwell is the place for you. mainly low-rise derelict council estates, the occasional 20-floor "skyscraper" about to collapse and more than a fair share of junkies, dealers, pimps 'n hoes. come here on a rainy november day and you will see things in perspective again. only 5 minutes away from the Tower and Tower Bridge, Shadwell is a must for anyone wanting to see more of London than the Crown Jewels or Mayfair's clubbing scene.
beware of the used syringes though.
ninja from Finland wrote about Buckingham Palace 5 years, 8 months ago
Buckingham Palace: Nice place to see and must go to see it. It was suprise to me, that it was so "small" building. I was thinking in my mind it is very very big place. But anyway beautyful place and lots off to see. Recomend :)
lukas from Germany wrote about The Waldorf Hilton 5 years, 2 months ago
Quite nice, pretty expensive though. Try to get a room on one of the top floors, an amazing view!!
koelschman from United Kingdom wrote about Speakers' Corner 5 years, one month ago
Hang out here on a Sunday afternoon and look at the crazy people. Good fun.
juha from Finland wrote about The British Museum 5 years, 8 months ago
Lots of interesting history for days of exploration. If you haven't been here ever, you really should. It's free to get in.
paavo from Indonesia wrote about Temple Church 4 years, 8 months ago
Fascinating church built by the knights templar in 12th century. Was featured in the Da Vinci Code, which makes it a popular attraction nowadays. Nevertheless, a very interesting place to visit.
paavo from Indonesia wrote about Momo restaurant 4 years, 8 months ago
North African restaurant. Not cheap but ok value as the food is good and portions generous. The main reason to visit is the atmosphere; it really feels like dining in Marrakech;-)
There's a coctail-bar also and a club in the cellar (hard to get in). Book in advance, as the place is popular.
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juha from Finland wrote about Tower Bridge 5 years, 8 months ago
A cool looking bridge from the distance but really nothing special walking over it etc. You can get 100% of the value just by staring at it from a distance.
juha from Finland wrote about Buckingham Palace 5 years, 3 months ago
I hate tourists and if there is one place in London where you can find them all at the same time then this is it. If you're around there then sure, sit down somewhere and wait for the change of guard. You won't see anything. Don't go there, try e.g. the Cabinet war rooms or British Museum instead.
ninja from Finland wrote about Buckingham Palace 5 years, 8 months ago
Buckingham Palace: Nice place to see and must go to see it. It was suprise to me, that it was so "small" building. I was thinking in my mind it is very very big place. But anyway beautyful place and lots off to see. Recomend :)
ninja from Finland wrote about Buckingham Palace 5 years, 8 months ago
Buckingham Palace: Nice place to see and must go to see it. It was suprise to me, that it was so "small" building. I was thinking in my mind it is very very big place. But anyway beautyful place and lots off to see. Recomend :)
juha from Finland wrote about St Martin-in-the-Fields 5 years, 8 months ago
There are often concerts in this church which seem to be really good!
juha from Finland wrote about Hyde Park 5 years, 8 months ago
A great park to take a walk or whatever. We walked through the whole park and it really was beautiful. During summer it would have been great to have a picnic there too.
juha from Finland wrote about Royal sussex hotel 5 years, 8 months ago
A decent hotel with good location and wireless LAN in the lobby. The room was very small but who cares, you' re not spending your time there anyways too much. The shower was good too, no carpets on the floor or anything. Great!
juha from Finland wrote about Royal sussex hotel 5 years, 8 months ago
A decent hotel with good location and wireless LAN in the lobby. The room was very small but who cares, you' re not spending your time there anyways too much. The shower was good too, no carpets on the floor or anything. Great!
jussi from Finland wrote about Heathrow Terminals 1 5 years, 4 months ago
Heathrow is one of the worst airports in Europe. The place is always too crowded and the queues to check-ins and security checks are incredibly long. I try to avoid Heathrow even though it's not easy as most international flights to London land here.
koelschman from United Kingdom wrote about Portobello Road 5 years, one month ago
Great place to grab some food.
juha from Finland wrote about Fairway hotel 5 years ago
Not a great place but cheap. Free wifi means a free 1 Mbps spotty wifi.
tnt from USA wrote about Westminster Abbey 4 years, 11 months ago
What I did not realize about the Abby was it stars more dead people than Casablanca and the pay toilet across the street will about put you in the grave.
tnt from USA wrote about Windsor Castle 4 years, 11 months ago
Blending the old with the new; the monarchy and modern living, a medieval castle opposite Starbucks.
paavo from Indonesia wrote about Hospital Club 4 years, 8 months ago
Private club for media types, AD people, Internet dude/dudettes, artists and alike. Requires invite, membership or - like in our case - just walking in. Cool bars (club in 1st fl) and restaurant in the 2nd. Recommended if you're working in the business - good place for networking, meal and a coctail.
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paavo from Indonesia wrote about Dolphin House 4 years, 8 months ago
Dolphin house serviced appartments are good value. 350eur/night (or much less if you stay long) gets you two bedrooms (w/kings. beds) with separate bathrooms, sitting room and a kitchen. Nice location too near to central London. Might be just the right pick for eg. two couples traveling together.
Dolphin house also has a gym, pool, swimmin center, shampagne bar and a grill.
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paavo from Indonesia wrote about Two Floors 4 years, 8 months ago
Nice no-frills bar with Japanese Kirin Beer on tap (3.40GBP). Also light snacks served. Artsy crowd. Two Floors has been around for quite a while - an achievement for any bar in soho + i heard the place is _really_ packed on weekends.
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juha from Finland wrote about Cabinet War Rooms 4 years, 7 months ago
If you like history then go and see the Cabinet War Rooms where Churchill and other cabinet members went during bombing raids. There's also a Churchill museum in there. Really interesting stuff!
noziotravel from United Kingdom wrote about Natural History Museum 4 years, 7 months ago
Although you have to pay to enter (unlike many other museums in London) it is worth the visit, allow at least all afternoon to see everything.
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HS from Finland wrote about Madame Tussauds 4 years, 6 months ago
This is a wax museum and famous. Wax people differ due to who´s hot and who´s not that hot. You can find there, for example the British Royal Family, Elvis, Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe and lots of other wax figures. Maybe you have a chance to get a photo of you with your idol :)
kittylau from United Kingdom wrote about Park Plaza County Hall 4 years, 4 months ago
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evis from Finland wrote about Leon 4 years, 3 months ago
Nice restaurant with veggie friendly menu
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noziotravel from United Kingdom wrote about Mitre House 4 years, 2 months ago
3 three star hotel close to the west end & Hyde Park.
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tilkkuliini from Finland wrote about Trafalgar Square 3 years, 10 months ago
Funny thing, when you give your man a map, tell a place where you want to go and the man is REALLY sure which direction we have to go. Well, that direction is usually wrong :D This time we didn't find the whole Trafalgar Square on the first try. I really don't how that's possibly, but I can tell you, it is.
On the next try, I was watching the map, and we found there. Have to say, that I tought it would have been a bigger place. Well, at least we have now seen it :D
Btw. Really good place for kissing in front of the pools in the square ;)
tilkkuliini from Finland wrote about Hyde Park 3 years, 8 months ago
nipsu replied 3 years, 7 months ago:
How large is that park, do you know? :)
tilkkuliini replied 3 years, 7 months ago:
Ummm.. Actually I don't know. But it's huge :D
lewisswan wrote about Temple Church 2 years, 10 months ago
We just went on a really good Da Vinci Code tour of London places mentioned in the book. http://britmovietours.com/bookings/the-da-vinci-code-london-tour/
Can highly recommend!!!!
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stevejones wrote about Leadenhall Market 2 years, 7 months ago
On a weekend to London with my girlfriend we took a Harry Potter Tour and it stopped at this great little place in the City - Leadenhall Market. It was so quiet and magical. A really great find so check it out.
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pauljoseph wrote about Harrods 2 years, 6 months ago
I'd recently got a big bonus at work and decided to go on a bit of a spending spree. What a place to do it! I also booked into a Knightsbridge hotel that was just moments from Harrods. I booked it through these guys below. Highly recommended!
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timothylondon asked a question about Heathrow Terminal 5 station 2 years, one month ago
Hey, got a super long haul flight to London Heathrow coming up and just wondered what the hotels by the airport were like? I bet they're super expensive, but I know I'll just want to flop as soon as I arrive so any advice would be great..
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enjoylife from Netherlands wrote about The British Museum 2 years ago
The British museum is a must see in London even for people who don't really like museum.
It's also really well located in the city center of London, close to Soho, convent garden... and where you can find lots of nice hotels.
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enjoylife from Netherlands wrote about Hyde Park 2 years ago
Hyde Park is one of my favorite place to go, especially during summer!
Full of people of different ages. I met there lots of people having drinks, picnics and fun with them.
To resume YOU MUST GO!
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alicesmith wrote about Lyceum Theatre one year, 3 months ago
Lyceum Theatre in London is home to The Lion King musical. The theatre itself dates back to 1772 and is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city.
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