Every year a Norway Spruce is erected here and decorated as part of the Christmas festivities. The tree is a gift of thanks from the Norwegians for Britain's support during the Second World War
The exclusive Simpson’s in the Strand restaurant opened in 1828 as a chess club and coffee house. It became known as the home of chess and attracted all the great players of the age.
Even if you aren't interested in shopping, all the street performers make it feel like a carnival and worth the visit.
Built to commemorate the Great Fire of 1666, the height of the Monument is the same as its distance from the bakery on Pudding Lane where the fire started.
Standing at 310m high, the Shard will own the title of the EU's tallest building when completed in 2012. In 1098 the White Tower was named Britain's tallest building standing at a mere 27m tall.
Do visit this bustling food market where top London chefs come to buy their ingredients. If you don’t find it here, where will you? Open from Thursday to Saturday, but come early to avoid the crowds! Подробнее.
Try the excellent crisply battered cod and dill pickles (actually gherkins) from the light bites menu. Подробнее.
Try the fine fish finger butty with sustainable haddock, twice-cooked chips and a side salad (fennel and dill is in season at the moment). Good, as the batter is crisp and not too floury. Подробнее.
One of the few places where you can ask for your fish to be grilled or steamed. A good range of options on the menu including fresh, seasonal side veg. Подробнее.
