Amazing things to do in London
Arts & Culture
One of the most renowned museums of modern and contemporary art in the world. In its permanent collection see 'Marilyn' by Andy Warhol and 'The Kiss' by Auguste Roudin
2008 locals recommend
Tate Modern
BanksideOne of the most renowned museums of modern and contemporary art in the world. In its permanent collection see 'Marilyn' by Andy Warhol and 'The Kiss' by Auguste Roudin
One of the best museums in London, perfect to know more about the city
300 locals recommend
Museum of London
Museum of LondonOne of the best museums in London, perfect to know more about the city
British Museum is the world's oldest museum, opened in 1753. There are countless items dating from prehistory exposed in its 94 galleries, belonging to worldwide civilizations
1546 locals recommend
British Museum
Great Russell StreetBritish Museum is the world's oldest museum, opened in 1753. There are countless items dating from prehistory exposed in its 94 galleries, belonging to worldwide civilizations
Its collection of art and design has accessories and furniture from England, Egypt and the Middle East and a permanent fashion exhibition fashion from Victorian times
1694 locals recommend
Victoria and Albert Museum
Cromwell RoadIts collection of art and design has accessories and furniture from England, Egypt and the Middle East and a permanent fashion exhibition fashion from Victorian times
Showcase for established and emerging artists, with a garden used for occasional installation art.
95 locals recommend
Victoria Miro Gallery
16 Wharf RdShowcase for established and emerging artists, with a garden used for occasional installation art.
Oak-and-thatch replica of original Elizabethan theatre, showing Shakespeare plays in the open air.
449 locals recommend
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe WalkOak-and-thatch replica of original Elizabethan theatre, showing Shakespeare plays in the open air.
Paintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history
353 locals recommend
National Portrait Gallery
Saint Martin's PlacePaintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history
Trafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
796 locals recommend
The National Gallery
Trafalgar SquareTrafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
Food Scene
Nando's
17 Cardinal WalkYou can't leave London without going for a cheeky Nando's!
Freshly baked food. Get off at London Bridge station. Try to arrive early, between 10am and 11am to avoid the crowd
1617 locals recommend
Borough Market
Borough High StreetFreshly baked food. Get off at London Bridge station. Try to arrive early, between 10am and 11am to avoid the crowd
Disadvantaged youngsters trained by Jamie Oliver staff this casual, Modern British restaurant.
91 locals recommend
Fifteen
15 Westland PlDisadvantaged youngsters trained by Jamie Oliver staff this casual, Modern British restaurant.
American-inspired chain diner serving posh hamburgers with a choice of toppings, sides & salads.
264 locals recommend
Byron
341 Upper StAmerican-inspired chain diner serving posh hamburgers with a choice of toppings, sides & salads.
Tasty meat, classy kebab, excellent price
Open Mon-Thu from 11am to 2am
Fri-Sat 11am to 4am
6 locals recommend
German Doner Kebab
207 Mile End RoadTasty meat, classy kebab, excellent price
Open Mon-Thu from 11am to 2am
Fri-Sat 11am to 4am
Split-level, global street food market housing cluster of stalls & bars in a lively environment.
61 locals recommend
Dinerama
19 Great Eastern StSplit-level, global street food market housing cluster of stalls & bars in a lively environment.
Check the weekly outdoor market with an array of vendors selling books, clothing & other eclectic items.
878 locals recommend
Brick Lane
Brick LaneCheck the weekly outdoor market with an array of vendors selling books, clothing & other eclectic items.
Sightseeing
Oxford Street
Oxford StreetThe best area in London for shopping!
Buckingham Palace is the Queens London residence and is used to receive and entertain guests on state, ceremonial and official occasions.
1912 locals recommend
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the Queens London residence and is used to receive and entertain guests on state, ceremonial and official occasions.
One of the most glorious examples of medieval architecture. On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm and 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays, go to see Evensong, the choir of the church
668 locals recommend
Westminster Abbey
20 Deans YdOne of the most glorious examples of medieval architecture. On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm and 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays, go to see Evensong, the choir of the church
Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.
489 locals recommend
London Souvenirs
Battle Bridge LaneConcrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.
Sir Christopher Wren-designed column commemorating London's Great Fire, with a viewing platform
107 locals recommend
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
Fish Street HillSir Christopher Wren-designed column commemorating London's Great Fire, with a viewing platform
Churchyard and gardens outside Saint Paul's cathedral, with a floor-plan of the original building.
845 locals recommend
St. Paul's Cathedral
Churchyard and gardens outside Saint Paul's cathedral, with a floor-plan of the original building.
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
1337 locals recommend
Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
Huge observation wheel giving passengers a privileged bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks
2099 locals recommend
London Eye
Huge observation wheel giving passengers a privileged bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks
Drinks & Nightlife
Bounce Old Street
241 Old StFancy some ping pong and drinks?
Cool darts bar with automatic score-keeping system, plus sharing boards, cocktails and shots menu.
12 locals recommend
Flight Club Shoreditch
2A Worship StCool darts bar with automatic score-keeping system, plus sharing boards, cocktails and shots menu.
Essentials
Co-op Food - Petrol The Angel
257 City RdOpen everyday from 7am to 11pm
Tesco Metro
224-226 Portobello RdOpen Mon-Fri from 6am to 12am
Saturday: 6am–11pm
Sunday: 12–6pm
Supermarket chain for fresh British produce, groceries and baked goods, including own-brand items.
385 locals recommend
Waitrose & Partners
366 Holloway RdSupermarket chain for fresh British produce, groceries and baked goods, including own-brand items.
Getting Around
King's Cross
Angel Station
A1Old Street station
Liverpool Street Station
Shoreditch High Street Station
London
Farringdon Station
Cowcross Street
St Pancras International station
Euston Road