A Tourist’s Guide to the Best of Everything in London

Oct 11
09:17

2016

Harrison Martin

Harrison Martin

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OK, probably not everything, but this simple guide highlights the best parts of London through a tourist’s eyes. Look beyond the generic attractions: if you want to enjoy London as a tourist, you will want the freedom and the options.

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Self-guided walking tours

Instead of the standard guided tours and guided walking tours,A Tourist’s Guide to the Best of Everything in London Articles discover London on your own, at your pace, in your own way. See the things that really interest you without having to endure a guided experience.

London offers a host of self-guided walking tours which will ensure you don’t miss the main attractions while you indulge yourself along the way.

There are also app-assisted, self-guided tours with the likes of Walkster, Great Little Place and StrollOn where it’s just you with your phone exploring the metropolitan capital.

Themed Rides and Walks

Alternatively, you can choose from any of the many themed rides and walks which take you back in time to some of the well-known stories, movies and characters.

Themed tour organisers offer tours themed around the Beatles, the Italian Job, Harry Porter, Jack the Ripper, Sherlock Holmes, Pirates of the Caribbean and Charles Dickens, to mention a few.

There are also apps like Tour 2 London (available on app stores) which features more than 20 guided, themed walks to explore London in a unique and exciting way.

International London

London is a very cosmopolitan city. You never have to try to fit in, you’re already accepted…if you don’t make a nuisance of yourself.

Coming to London, you might be shocked that it’s not even nearly entirely made up of pale, white Brits as you might imagine. There are many locals and visitors from different backgrounds walking down the streets, hurrying to the tube, and doing other British stuff.

You may know Britons as merely polite but there are many warm and friendly people in London who’ll give you the help or information you need as a tourist.

The Food

London is home to some of the finest restaurants in the UK and beyond. There are limitless options in terms of cuisine, budget, atmosphere and dining options.

Discover the best restaurants in London from all the towns, districts and boroughs, and don’t forget to look out for the pubs and tea offerings.

The Best Things are Free

The best attractions, actually. From the famous museums and galleries to the parks and monuments, you don’t pay a penny for admission.

Visit the British Museum, the National Gallery, Tate Modern, and Hyde Park for free. You may need to book in advance, but that’s just about all you need.

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