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Things to do in London

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Things to do in London

 London is the capital city of England, and the most populous region in the United Kingdom. It is found on the River Thames. London is a global city with a great deal of strengths in terms of commerce, education, professional services, entertainment, health, research and development, just to mention but a few. These factors have greatly contributed to its economy. Compared to other world economies, London rated significantly high in terms of its general economy. Being among the world’s leading financial centres it is a major destination for business men.

 With the numerous attraction sites and natural sceneries, London is also a tourist attraction centre. It has up to four world heritage sites which also contribute to it being a global tourist attraction centre. Its population comprises of a wide variety of people with diverse cultural backgrounds. There are a total of 300 different languages spoken within the boundaries of London. These rich resources are the reason why you really want to visit London.

 

 Where to stay?

 There are several places in London where you can enjoy classy, secure, and comfortable accommodation services. Right from the city centre to the outskirts, you will find a variety of accommodation that offer quality services at reasonable prices. Various types of accommodation can be found in London; from hotels to serviced apartments. Serviced apartments can be found near Covent Garden if you are a fan of street magicians and magical coffee shops. They can also be found in the Soho area if you are a party animal and a serial shopper. For example, Clarendon’s serviced apartments are in close proximity to all the main tourist attractions, and some not even a tube trip away.

 

How to get around?

 

 You do not have to worry about your transportation for the one week in London. There are several different modes of public transport, which you can use. The London Underground and the spacious public transport buses make your mobility more easy and convenient. In the city centre, there are numerous bypasses, and underground routes to make your journey around London much more care free.

Places you can visit

 

 Cultural Visits

 

Here, you will get to learn about the various cultures that have dominated London over the years. Examples include Royal Opera House, Charles Dickens Museum, Dennis Severs’ House, Grant Museum of Zoology, and Handel House Museum.

 

Commercial buildings

 

 You can shop while in London by visiting the many shopping malls and market places where a variety of commodities are sold. Examples of such include Columbia Road Flower Market, Portobello Road Market, Billingsgate Market, and Davenports Magic Shop.

 

 Nightclubs

 After spending the whole day on your main mission of visiting London, you can relax your mind in the comfortable Night Clubs and Music Extravaganza. Here, you will have a chance to;

Watch some live music at The Dublin Castle or 12 Bar ClubEat at a famous restaurant like Amaya and Hereford RoadWatch live comedy shows at comedy clubs such as The Comedy Store and Live at the Chapel.

 

 Places to eat

 You will find a variety of hotels and restaurants that serve several kinds of foods. There are all categories of eateries, cafes, restaurants and you can select the one that fits your budget. Commonly visited places include roux at parliament square, Hakkasan- Hanway Palace, Tuttons, among others.

 Tourist attractions

 

 There are many tourist attraction sites in London. You will have to select from the many based on your individual schedule, and cost considerations. London attracts tourists worldwide, who come to visit the following tourist attraction sites

- Covent Garden

- National Gallery, London

 -  Madame Tussauds

- Westminster Abbey

London Dungeons

- Tower Hill

- London Eye

 

 It is known everywhere and by everyone that London can be pricey. In order to do everything that you want to do, you may end up paying for it so it a best to make some compromises along the way. Hotels are notoriously expensive in the centre of London, so it may be best to look at other options, such as Serviced apartments or even hostels. Apartments have kitchen facilities, this means that you don’t have to dine out at expensive restaurants every night of the week, this can be much more cost effective than hotels if you decide to stay a little longer than 7 nights. By doing so this will leave you more money to enjoy your stay and not counting your change.

 

 

Author Bio: Lucy is a marketing specialist at Clarendon, she loves spending her Saturdays shopping in London. Follow her on Twitter @clarendonapts

Lucy

A Marketing Specialist working for Clarendon Serviced Apartments, a dedicated provider of serviced apartments in London for over 25 years. My passion lies in writing about accommodation, travel and all things London. The aim of this blog is to inform and excite the end reader!...(Read More)

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