Unique London Vacations
London, Europe's largest city, is a place where the historic past and the
vibrant present come alive. It attracts over 29 million visitors each year.
London's blend of history, ground-breaking architecture and culture has created
an interesting and constantly evolving city. You can easily spend several weeks
here just to begin to see and understand what makes this city so interesting.
Although, London is a year-round tourist destination, the best time to visit is
during the summer months, when you can expect the most pleasant weather
conditions.
London is a very accessible city; it has five international
airports, an efficient road network and extensive Underground, train, bus, and
taxi services. The city is famous for a wealth of history and culture. Home to
Britain?s national art collections, the Royal family and a host of major
attractions, London?s rich history, striking architecture and over 200 museums
offer a unique cultural experience.
More than 30% of London is made up of
parks and green space, greater than any other city of its size in the world.
Ranging from Hyde, Regent's and Green Parks, to the wilder Hampstead Health and
the unusual marshlands in Hackney. London also offers some of the best shopping
opportunities in the world. From major department stores to designer boutiques
and street markets, the choice is immense. As if that's not enough reason to
visit London, it's a hard place to beat when it comes to nightlife. There are
huge numbers of restaurants, pubs, cinemas, theatres and nightclubs plus live
music and comedy venues. So, at any time of day, whatever the weather, you?ll
always find something extra special to do in London.
London is home to
countless historical and modern attractions. See St Paul's Cathedral with its
world-famous dome that's a major feauture on the London skyline. Take a free
guided tour around one of the most famous buildings in the world, The Tower of
London, and learn of its fascinating 900 year history. Visit the Tate Modern,
Britain's national museum of modern art. The gallery displays major works by
Matisse and Picasso, as well as contemporary artwork and exhibitions. See
Changing the Guard. This royal ceremony is conducted outside Buckingham Palace.
In this ceremony, a New Guard exchanges duty with the Old Guard, accompanied by
a Guards band. The music ranges from traditional military marches to songs from
West End shows and even familiar pop songs. Also, be sure to listen for the
chimes at the Palace of Westminster and the clock tower, one of London?s most
iconic landmarks, also referred to as Big Ben.
London is a most exciting place to visit. A truly unique, cultural experience awaits you.