The 18 Best Things to Do in London in March 2024
In like a lion, out like a lamb... is the proverb that describes the month of March and how the weather improves as it goes on. That's certainly the case for London, where winter lets go of its cold, rainy grip as the days pass and young blooms herald the new season by month's end...
Where to See the London Skyline &
15 Iconic Buildings that Make ItAcross the world you can find some incredible cities to explore – and some iconic skylines that pop right into your mind's eye when you think of them. Does the same hold true for London? While there are certainly important landmarks and tall buildings in London, I'd say it's one of the less recognizable skylines – unless, of course, you use AI to composite a photo that doesn't actually represent the city skyline at all!...
How to Celebrate Scotland’s Burns Night in London (2024)
One of the best parts of travel is having the opportunity to experience cultural events in other countries; sure we all know about the holidays and events in our homelands, but discovering when, why, and how different people mark special occasions in other parts of the world is a truly delightful way to meet locals where they are...
Queueing Etiquette in London: How to Line Up Properly
Maybe you saw it back in late 2022 on TV: lines, literally miles long, snaking through Central London as locals and visitors queued up to pay their respects at the passing of Queen Elizabeth. It was quintessentially British, to see lines that long, and perfectly reasonable for anyone who wanted to honor Her Majesty to wait 8, 10, or even 12 hours in a relatively orderly line to do so. (Heck, LOMM founder Valerie even spent time in #TheQueue during her trip.)...
The Complete Tower Hill Guide for Your London Trip
If there's one question I receive more than any other, it's about how to decide where to spend your time within London during a trip. London is a huge city compared to many North American cities, especially considering that you won't be driving during your visit. In an effort to help you make the most of your time in London, I've put together a series of guides about specific London areas and neighborhoods, including this Tower Hill guide...
November 2023 Trip Recap: Eating Across West London & Beyond
Hi, everyone – Zhen, here! After not visiting London for 3 years (thanks to the lockdowns and whatnot in 2020 and beyond), this was my second time back in the span of two months, so I was really excited! Prior to this, I’d lived in London for 7 years, having moved there for my MBA in 2013, so London feels a little bit like home to me even after a long time away...
The 10 Best Restaurants in Farringdon, Central London
It's an understatement to say that there are many good places to eat in London; more like there are too many good places to eat in London – you've got to narrow it down a bit if you want to make the most of your time! While you can certainly filter search results based on cuisine or price or style, another good way to wade through all your options is by location: pick a neighborhood in London, and set out to try the best you can find there...
Natural History Museum Review (2024): Is It Worth It?
London is home to many great museums – so many that it can be hard to choose! Whether you love science, art, or culture, there are multiple choices within each category to satisfy your desire to learn and expand your mind while visiting this great city. Within that first category – science museums – there are museums you've never heard of and some you may have seen even on TV and in movies because they're so beloved, well-known, and/or iconic...
Where to Stay in North London in 2024: The 5 Best Neighborhoods
Each neighborhood in London is different. There are the posh ones, the artsy ones, the historic ones, the dodgy ones, and even the ones you've seen in movies. But for the most part, you probably don't know much about North London. After all, it isn't home to many of London's top sights, and is mostly comprised of residential neighborhoods. But that's not to say it has nothing to offer intrepid London travelers looking for a deal on where to stay in North London...
What to Pack for London in February
If you've mentioned to friends or family that you're planning a trip to London in February, they might give you a look – or even say – something along the lines of why would you want to visit London in February?! And let's be honest: if you (or they) don't know much about London, it's easy to see why that's the response. Isn't it just rainy and cold all month long? Who wants to visit London in that?...
