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....
15 Fantastic Things to Do in London in Fall 2022
Falling leaves, cuppas of Chai tea, and the delicate blue skies that signal the end of summer; London in the fall is a magical time. Though the warm summer days have come to an end and you might need an extra layer to stay warm as the temperatures drop, autumn is a great season to visit London – and there's tons to do...
4 Purr-fect Cat Cafes in London All Feline Fans Should Visit
If there's one thing we can agree on, it's that cats are superior in basically every way, right? I'm a cat person – and I'm guessing you're the same since you're reading this – and I love meeting cats, petting cats, snuggling with cats, you name it. They don't have to be my own kitties to receive my love; as such, I've been to several cat cafes in various cities around the world, and know the heart-warming feeling they provide – as well as the good work they do to support cat populations...
A Guide to the 25 Best London Parks
While everyone assumes it rains all the time in London, spoilers: it doesn't! In fact, London has some great weather during certain seasons, especially late spring, summer, and early autumn. Similarly, everyone assumes London is all urban – but there are huge swaths of green space, thanks to wise city planners and the formerly extensive lands held by the Royal family...
10 Lovely Lavender Fields in London for Your Summer Trip
Is there anything more relaxing than lavender? Especially on a hot summer day, as it sways in the gentle breeze and the aroma wafts on the wind. Just imagine taking a deep breath, knowing you've found a moment of peacefulness in one of the best places on earth: London...
A Guide to the 29 Best London Markets
The smell of fresh-cut flowers mixes with the aroma of delicious food as you browse the wares of a local London artisan. Can you picture it in your mind? This is exactly what it's like to visit one of the many London markets dotted across the city. London's markets aren't unique in that many cities around the globe have markets; London does have a huge number of markets, in basically every neighborhood...
20 Actually Interesting Things to Do in London with Teens
Teens are such a joy, aren't they? Maybe you're lucky and have raised teenage humans who are social, interested, and fun to travel with... or maybe you're the other 99.99% of parents who – despite their best efforts – have now encountered the phase of raising children where it's like pulling teeth to get them to look up from their phones and engage with the world around them. Either way, no judgment: just think back on your own time as a teen and it's easy to see why it's tough to be that age in today's world...
13 Creepy & Curious Cemeteries in London
I'll be the first to admit that I have a morbid fascination. I'm the one in my group of friends who's 'in the know' about the latest true crime podcasts and have long been a fan of shows and books like Sherlock (and, of course, Conan Doyle's original Sherlock Holmes books), Broadchurch, J.K. Rowling's Cormoran Strike series...
9 Delightful Canal Walks in London
(& Best London Canal Walking Route)London is a city that can be explored in many ways; one of the most popular options is on foot. Though London's public transit – the Underground and red double-decker buses – are great for covering longer distances, they often fly past the smaller details and secret gems that you can only discover when walking around. That's why I love setting out on long walks in London – I always discover something new. One such thing is the extensive canal system that crisscrosses the city...
