How To Have A Great Weekend In London
There is enough to do in London for an entire lifetime and any tourist is in for a cultural banquet. Although regarded as one of the priciest places in the world, there are plenty of activities on offer for free. Some of Britain's most popular art galleries are in London and the majority are free; these galleries offer a diverse range of art from priceless classics to contemporary installations. If you're concerned about fitting everything into one weekend, don't worry as most public art galleries have late opening hours.
While exploring London there are many sights to see such as the changing of the guard at 11.30am every day at Buckingham Palace. Don't forget the Royal parks which provide a green oasis in the bustle of London with Regent's Park and St James' Park being amongst the most popular.
Trafalgar Square would complete any visit to London, a popular tourist attraction which is also the main focus for many political demonstrations. Every December, the Norwegians donate a huge Christmas tree to thank Britain for freedom from the Nazis.
The city is well known for street markets spotted around with plenty on offer, some of the most popular are Camden Market, Portobello Market and Greenwich Market. Each afternoon in Covent Garden Market, licensed street performers entertain the crowds with a variety of acts.
Westminster abbey is one of the most spectacular holy attractions London has to offer; it is free to worshipers but relies on admission fees from visitors to cover running costs. Each day at 5pm the Abbey choir sing the evensong which is a huge attraction.
London has on offer some of the world's best restaurants and these include French double Michelin star winning 'L'Atelier de Jol Robucho' or the more affordable 'Rhodes Twenty Four', the flagship modern British restaurant of celebrity chef Gary Rhodes located on the 24th floor of tower 42.
While exploring London there are many sights to see such as the changing of the guard at 11.30am every day at Buckingham Palace. Don't forget the Royal parks which provide a green oasis in the bustle of London with Regent's Park and St James' Park being amongst the most popular.
Trafalgar Square would complete any visit to London, a popular tourist attraction which is also the main focus for many political demonstrations. Every December, the Norwegians donate a huge Christmas tree to thank Britain for freedom from the Nazis.
The city is well known for street markets spotted around with plenty on offer, some of the most popular are Camden Market, Portobello Market and Greenwich Market. Each afternoon in Covent Garden Market, licensed street performers entertain the crowds with a variety of acts.
Westminster abbey is one of the most spectacular holy attractions London has to offer; it is free to worshipers but relies on admission fees from visitors to cover running costs. Each day at 5pm the Abbey choir sing the evensong which is a huge attraction.
London has on offer some of the world's best restaurants and these include French double Michelin star winning 'L'Atelier de Jol Robucho' or the more affordable 'Rhodes Twenty Four', the flagship modern British restaurant of celebrity chef Gary Rhodes located on the 24th floor of tower 42.
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