The market is bustling with shoppers, tourists and performers on the weekend. Except for the many restaurants and cafes, there is also the famous Royal Opera.
Soho is home to Europe’s largest Chinatown, which developed in the 1970s. Earlier generations of London’s Chinese population had centred around the docks of Limehouse.
"A fascinating place with views of the Thames, an art gallery by the lake, a children's zoo, and a a free group skate every dry Saturday at 10.30am, starting at the Japanese Peace Pagoda..." Подробнее.
worth visiting if not just for the window displays. Essential shop for those looking for top quality items - from lingerie to lamps. Подробнее.
Really nice shops. It isn't for everyone, but still nice to look around and dream a little!
Oxford Street’s biggest department store was opened by the American businessman Gordon J Selfridge in 1909, whose motto was ‘The customer is always right’.
Britain’s first escalators were installed at this famous department store in 1898. Women were offered brandy at the summit in order to calm their nerves.
Marie Tussaud, born in Strasbourg in 1761, made her first wax figure of the great French philosopher Voltaire in 1777. She opened a museum in London in 1835.
Camden Market actually refers to the several markets that cover the northern end of Camden Town. Each market has a character of its own. Подробнее.
Regent's Park is one of the city's most popular open spaces, covering 410 acres. Attractions run from the animal odours and noises of London Zoo to the enchanting Open Air Theatre. Подробнее.
At 1.5 miles long and about a mile wide, Hyde Park is one of the largest of London's Royal Parks. The Joy of Life fountain is a popular spot for splashing around in when the weather heats up. Подробнее.
London Zoo was opened for Fellows of the Zoological Society of London in 1828, only opening to the public in 1847 to aid funding. It currently houses 755 species of animal.
For the best view of London walk to the top of Primrose Hill... sunrise, sunset - lovely!
...after your coffee or tea, take a stroll along Regent's canal until Camden Lock, with a small detour to Primrose Hill. An hour or so walking!
Made famous, of course, by The Beatles. Don't forget to walk over the crossing and savour the moment.
A fantastic place to walk around and explore. With 2000 stalls, you can find everything here from antiques to books to clothes to fresh fruit, everything! Bring cash as most places don't accept cards.
The largest dome in the world and the largest single-roofed structure in the world was built amid some controversy for £789 million just in time for the millennium, completed in June 1999.
The famous road junction, Piccadilly Circus is great for shopping, food, entertainment, and everything in between. We recommend it as one of the first areas to visit upon your arrival in London.
Considered as London's shopping Mecca, this place is home to department stores like John Lewis and Selfridges and flagship stores like Debenhams and Zara. There are 300 more stores to choose from.
Located out in Shepherd's Bush, it's not the most central place to shop in London, but has everything you need for a whole day of shopping, eating and entertainment.
Magical.The tour is definitely worth it,as a fan of HP you will be 100% satisfied:)loved the screen with introduction in the beginning,digital guide and a butterbeer.I loved everything there
The world’s largest toy shop began life in 1760 as Noah’s Ark at 231 High Holborn. The Regent Street branch opened in 1881, and was bombed 5 times during the war.
Have Burrata Mozzarella at La Pizzeria and their amazing bread. Stop by at the furniture & pet shop
Burgers here are juicy and taste like actual meat. You'll probably have to queue but the rosemary-sprinkled skin-on chips alone make it worthwhile.
probably one of the best Italian in London, could even do celeb spotting there Подробнее.
This area was named after Leicester House, the London mansion home of the Earl of Leicester built in 1635. But by 1800 it was a home of popular entertainment and theatres, and has never looked back.
Oxford Circus got its new diagonal pedestrian crossing in 2009. It was inspired by crossings in Tokyo like the one at Shibuya, and in recognition of this Japanese musicians played at the opening.
The newest from the creators of MEATliquor, but with a "fast food" layout- 5 minutes for a burger & faster queues, but just as good.
At 1.5 acres Kensington Roof gardens is the largest roof garden in the whole of Europe. The gardens have been owned by Richard Branson's Virgin group since 1981.
Probably London's most famous music heritage site. Made famous by the Beatles but plenty of other historic acts have recorded here too. Подробнее.
U can find nice handmade stuff there, some clothes made by young designers, unusual jewels. Actually market works on the week, but weekends are better time to visit it...
A market at the southern end of London Bridge is first mentioned in 1276. In 1755 it was closed by Parliament for causing congestion, but soon reopened and is now one of London’s busiest.
Maltby Street is emphatically not a street market - it's merely a collection of rented railway arches, experimenting with opening to the public on Saturday mornings. Подробнее.
It goes without saying you should be getting a 1/2'n'1/2. But make sure one half has their tomato base and the other has garlic. Your tastebuds will say "thanks bud!"
Brick Lane Market is where Eastern promise meets East End chaos. As well as bric-a-brac and fruit and veg, you can now pick up everything from retro furniture to vintage jewellery. Подробнее.
1930s Shanghai club meets today’s London Night Life! Such a fun, refined, delicious spot!! Pre-order the duck; it’s cooked perfectly! Add crab w noodles and wasabi shrimp! (PS: it is a pricey spot)
The market began life in 1974 as a weekly crafts market, and now has about 100,000 visitors each weekend. The Stables Market is where the horses used to be kept for towing canal barges.
At Greenwich Market you'll find fruit and veg on Wednesday, antiques on Thursday and a mix of craft and fashion by hip new designers at the weekend. Подробнее.
