Perhaps one of the greatest things about a city like London is the number of street markets all over the city. Each borough seems to have its own commercial thoroughfare that’s filled with produce, street food, vintage clothes, antiques, and more. Whether you intend to buy anything or not, you can spend a wonderful afternoon perusing the stalls and shops of London’s street … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 London Street Markets
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Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Enfield
Enfield is one of London’s boroughs that was named in the Domesday Book, where it was listed as Enefelde in 1086. Since that time, it was home to a palace lived in by King Edward VI and his sister, then the Princess Elizabeth (years before she would become Elizabeth I). Enfield grew with the Industrial Revolution, as much of London did, and today is one of the many outlying … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Enfield
Top Ten Works of Art to See at the Tate Britain
The Tate Britain is the flagship of the Tate museum group and has been a fixture in British art since it opened in 1897. Its collection is full of art from throughout the United Kingdom going back to the Tudor era and includes some of the country’s biggest names from J.M.W. Turner to William Blake. With so many works over such a long span of time, there are plenty of … [Read more...] about Top Ten Works of Art to See at the Tate Britain
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Waltham Forest
One of the northernmost boroughs of Greater London, Waltham Forest formed in 1965 from the merger of Leyton, Walthamstow, and Chingford. Like much of Greater London, the area that is now Waltham Forest was mostly undeveloped until the Victorian period, but now is a thriving part of the city which offers plenty of things to do and places to see. We’ve outlined ten of our … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Waltham Forest
Top Ten Things to Do in Kensington
Perhaps one of the most (if not the most) affluent areas of London, Kensington is part of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. As befitting its title, Kensington is home to some of the city’s most expensive real estate as well as many of its biggest tourist attractions. Whether you’re looking for some high-end shopping or to spend time with the wealthiest museum … [Read more...] about Top Ten Things to Do in Kensington
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to Do in Wandsworth
Wandsworth is one of the oldest parts of London. The area’s first reference goes back to the Domesday Book when it was a large manor before the ever-encroaching city swallowed it up. Following the Industrial Revolution, Wandsworth built itself up with a gas plant, Young’s Brewery, and the iconic Battersea Power Plant. Today, Wandsworth is very much a cosmopolitan place, … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to Do in Wandsworth
The London Fiver – Five Cool Things to Do in London in August
As Summer starts to wind down, London still has plenty of fun activities for seasonal visitors. While we have covered other major events that go on during this month such as the Proms, the opening of Buckingham Palace to the public, and the Notting Hill Carnival, there are many other awesome events going on. They run the gambit of festivals, sport, musical theater, and just … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Cool Things to Do in London in August
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Sutton
On the furthest reaches of Greater London, the Borough of Sutton is the pinnacle of suburban London. As such, things might seem a little sleepy this far away from the center of the city, but nothing could be further from the truth. You can find pretty fun things to do all over the borough in Cheam, Carshalton, and the eponymous Town of Sutton. Shopping, nature, drama, and … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Sutton
Top Ten Things to See in the Imperial War Museum
Almost immediately following World War I, the United Kingdom felt it was necessary to have a museum to document the civil and military efforts to win the war. Since it opened in 1917, the Imperial War Museum has grown to encompass five locations throughout Britain, including three locations in London. Its collection and exhibits have also grown to include wars from throughout … [Read more...] about Top Ten Things to See in the Imperial War Museum
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Hackney
Like most of London, Hackney is a part of the City that’s had people living in it since before the Romans came. This northern part of London became a haven for the nobility starting in the Tudor period, and many of its most famous structures started construction. Today, Hackney is a melting pot of ancient structures and 21st-Century venues. Whatever your reason for visiting, … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Hackney
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See in the Tate Modern Art Museum
Housed in the former Bankside Power Station, the Tate Modern is a repository of art from 1900 to the present. With thousands of items in their collection and over 5 million visitors per year, the Tate Modern is the second-largest art museum in the UK. As such, you can believe there are many interesting works to see from Warhol, Matisse, Picasso, Pollack, and more. Since art … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See in the Tate Modern Art Museum
The London Fiver – Five Things to Do in London in July
By July, we’re moving into the hotter months of a London summer, and the city’s activities heat up to match the temperature. While events like Pride in London, the Underbelly Festival, and the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships certainly attract a lot of attention, there are plenty of other great events to attend as well. We’ve managed to identify five different events you … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Things to Do in London in July
Top 10 London: Ten Things to See and Do in Shepherd’s Bush
Located in the Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, the area Shepherd’s Bush is thought to be have been named as a resting place for shepherds on their way to market. It was mostly common land and remained rural up to the 19th Century, when the city’s suburban expansion eventually caught up to Shepherd’s Bush and it was swallowed up as many areas were. Today, it is a bustling … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Ten Things to See and Do in Shepherd’s Bush
Ten Unusual London Landmarks to Visit in London On Your Next Trip
We’ve covered weird landmarks before from a grave for a Nazi dog to a nose on the Admiralty Arch, however, these aren’t the only strange markers you can find in London. There are any number of weird and wonderful things you can find in the city if you’re really looking. If you’re looking for something to see beyond the normal tourist sites, you can find these odd spots and … [Read more...] about Ten Unusual London Landmarks to Visit in London On Your Next Trip
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in the West End
When people think of London’s West End, the first thing that comes to their minds is the theatre. There are 40 theatres in the area, with the first one opening in 1663, though that’s not all the West End has to offer. Being a part of Central London, the West End includes many places to visit from major landmarks to the best shopping in the City. We have laid out ten places … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in the West End
The London Fiver – Five Things to Do in London in June
Summer kicks into full gear when June rolls around and London offers a lot to do as the city moves into warmer months. Festivals, ceremonies, boot markets, and sports are just the beginning of what the city has to offer during the month of June. No matter what you’re in the mood to do, it’s guaranteed that there is going to be something that will meet your interests. In … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Things to Do in London in June
Top 10 London: Ten Things to See and Do in Somers Town
One of the smallest districts in London, Somers Town nonetheless is a bustling area of activity, in part due to being close to the transport hubs of Euston, St. Pancras, and Kings Cross. Somers Town had been for years a part of St. Pancras until the creation of the Great London Area in 1965, at which point it became part of the Borough of Camden. Should you find yourself with … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Ten Things to See and Do in Somers Town
The London Fiver – Five Ways to Beat the London Heat This Summer
Sure, London summers don’t get as hot as they do in the United States, but you’d be surprised how warm it can get. Temperatures in the 70s might seem pretty cool to us, but it’s a little toasty for the average Londoner. If you want to experience summer the way the locals do, there are plenty of opportunities to cool off throughout Greater London. Whether you’re chowing down … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Ways to Beat the London Heat This Summer
The London Fiver – Five Children’s Literature Statues To See in London
London is a city that is the setting of many a children’s book from One-Hundred and One Dalmatians to Peppa Goes to London. With hundreds of years of literary history under its belt, the city has many monuments to great works and authors—and these include statues dedicated to children’s literature. There are at least five statues dedicated to some of the most well-known … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Children’s Literature Statues To See in London
Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Brent, London
Formed with the establishment of the Greater London Authority in 1965, the Borough of Brent was actually carved out of the former boroughs of Wembley and Willesden. The borough was named for the River Brent which flows through it and despite being a more recent creation of London government, it certainly has its attractions both historical and recent. From major attractions … [Read more...] about Top 10 London: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Brent, London
Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to Do in Barnet, London
On the most northern edges of Greater London, the Borough of Barnet is not only one of the largest in landmass at roughly 33.5 square miles, but also one of the largest in population with 387,800 residents. Being further out from the center of the city, though, it hasn’t got as much to attract visitors as Westminster, Chelsea, and the City of London, amongst other parts of … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to Do in Barnet, London
Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Lambeth
The London district of Lambeth is certainly one of the most happening places in the city, owing perhaps to its location along the banks of the River Thames. The area gives its name to the larger borough of which it is part and derived from Lambehitha or “landing place for lambs,” shortened to Lambeth by 1255. The manor of Lambeth was in the ownership of the Archbishop of … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Lambeth
Top Ten London: Top 10 Charming London Alleyways To Pass Through On Your Next Visit to London
In America, we’re used to wide roads, streets, paths, and alleyways. Oftentimes, an alley is used as the backend of a building, a place to keep the garbage bins, or just a pass through to another street. However, in London, alleyways take on a life of their own. They may include homes, shops, pubs, restaurants, and more. They are also some of the prettiest places in … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Charming London Alleyways To Pass Through On Your Next Visit to London
Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Whitechapel
Whitechapel. The very name of this London neighborhood brings up a single image to those who know it but have never been here—an image of murder. Jack the Ripper and his murders of at least five prostitutes in the district has cast a historical stain on a part of London that is actually full of life. Food, art, music, and history abound in Whitechapel. Whatever you might be … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Whitechapel
Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Harrow
In the far reaches of Northwestern London, Harrow is a sprawling suburb of over 80,000 people. And while you’d be forgiven for thinking that a suburb would be devoid of anything remotely interesting—that’s where you’re wrong. Harrow actually has quite a lot of interesting places to visit including sport, tea shops, and possibly the most museums of any borough outside the … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Harrow
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