10 Great Museum Lates in London for Evening Explorations
Looking for something to do after the sun sets over West London? There is no shortage of fun things to do in London at night – bar hopping, West End shows, taking a stroll along the Thames to enjoy the city lights – there's also a special kind of experience you might want to have in London, especially if you love museums... or you just love that most of London's museums are free. It's called Museum Lates...
5 Bone-ified Brilliant Dog Cafes in London
If there's one thing that makes me sad about visiting London, it's leaving my fur-babies at home while I'm gone. Admittedly I'm a cat person – so London's cat cafes are my favorite – but I know that there are more dog people out there, and didn't want you to feel left out from the fun...
7 Famous London Addresses that are Worth a Visit
From history to mystery, there are some cool spots in London. As you walk the city streets during your London visit, you'll soon discover that – while every street has some magic – there are some addresses with special significance...
6 Breathtaking Japanese Gardens in London You’ll Love
While London is a lovely place – it's also a very big city. And with that comes a lot of the things people don't love about big cities: crowds, noise, and rubbish (as the Brits say). While I obviously recommend visiting London (since, ya know, I run an entire site about it!), I also understand that it's important to have a bit of balance during your London itinerary... just a sliver of calm or a moment of peace...
The 12 Best Thrift Stores in London for Second-Hand Souvenirs
Is there anything better than pushing aside the hangers, spotting a label, and knowing you found a great deal – at a steal? For some people, thrift shopping is the best way to reduce your carbon foot print; for others, it's the thrill of the hunt – and the chance of finding a gem – that inspires a trip to the second-hand store...
9 Brilliant Things to Do in Bankside, London (2023)
London is a city full of fascinating neighborhoods and areas; going deeper than just "Central London" or "the East End" opens up a diversity of experiences that make it one of the best cities to explore as widely as possible for as long as you can. That said, most of us are short on time during a London trip, and we need to focus – pick a few areas, and see all the best things in that area...
45 Essential Things to Do in London (London Bucket List)
Truer words have never been spoken: "When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life." London is one of the world's most popular destinations, and draws travelers from across the globe. Each year, London receives 30 million visitors, and starting in 2011, I was eagerly one of them. Since then, I've visited many times – and even moved to London...
11 Magical Harry Potter Walking Tours in London
In some ways, London is the epicenter for magical experiences in the Muggle world. In London, you can visit the Harry Potter studio tour from London, plus see other sights and sites from the books (like Platform 9¾) and films on Harry Potter walking tours. There are even a number of places in London that inspired J.K. Rowling as she created the magical world – though they never appeared on the page or silver screen...
What to See in London: 21 Must-See London Sights in 2023
London is a city of endless wonders – to me, anyway. I fell in love with London during my first international trip over a decade ago, and was so moved by the city that I later attended grad school there just to have more time in the city. Now, I visit once per year on average, and relish the chance to explore old haunts and discover new-to-me sights and what's changed...
How to Do the London Wall Walk: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
I'm standing across the Thames from the Houses of Parliament, admiring the view. My guide suddenly says, "and behind us is the second oldest privately owned garden in London, dating back to the 12th century." [I later learned this is Lambeth Palace Gardens.] Needless to say: on my first trip to London, I was struck by the incredible history of the place....
