Tourism & Travel – Guides to London

Each year, Christmas lights London up with festive cheer, as countless winter lights illuminate the dreary city streets. Various neighbourhoods across the capital put up Christmas lights and other festive decorations, and the London Christmas lights are a big draw for wintertime tourists from all ov...

Until 2009 the Circle line was quite literally a circle and Londoners were free to ride around on an infinite loop. After it extended to Hammersmith this was no longer the case. Whilst this might mean it loses some of the novelty factor, it also means there are even more fun places and things to do...

The shiny new jewel in Transport for London's crown, work on the Elizabeth Line started in 2009, and the line opened to the public in 2022, commemorating Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. It spans more than 100km from Reading and Heathrow to Shenfield and Abbey Wood, providing a much-needed lin...

Peckham is an up-and-coming area that's vibrant, eclectic, and has lots of great venues and things to do - why wouldn't you want to spend a day here? Whether you're a local or you're just visiting, there are lots of things to do in Peckham to keep you entertained, from top art galleries to unique br...

Jetting off somewhere exotic for your holidays is a lot of fun but it's not always an affordable or practical option. Whether you're a Londoner or you live somewhere else in the UK, having a staycation in the capital is a great alternative. Being home to world-famous sights and places to shop, eat,...

Combining several of the most popular things to do on a visit to London – traditional afternoon tea, sightseeing, and riding a double decker – afternoon tea bus tours offer a convenient and comfortable way of seeing the city. Hop aboard one of the specially modified double decker buses and relax ove...

Fancy visiting a museum, doing something active, or getting something tasty to eat or drink? Jump on the Hammersmith & City line because there are plenty of fun places along this route. The pink one takes you through some exciting areas of London, from the world-famous Baker Street to bustling W...