London is a city unlike any other in the world, everyone should visit it, and in case you need convincing, here are ten compelling reasons why!
Firstly, there's London itself. Two thousand years of history are crammed into it; where else can you run your fingers along a section of Roman wall whilst looking towards what is currently the tallest building in the EU - namely, the Shard?
London has eight royal parks, three of which (Richmond, Greenwich and Bushy) boast their own herds of deer. There are numerous other parks, two botanical gardens and several heaths and commons. Both Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill offer fantastic views of London.
A river cruise along the Thames is one of the best ways to see London, but we shouldn't forget that there are also more than 100 miles of canals in this city. If you fancy something a little bit different, why not take a trip along Regent's Canal in a narrowboat?
London can now lay claim to the largest urban shopping centre in Europe: Westfield Stratford. For the more traditional shopper though, there is still the allure of Harrods, Liberty, Selfridges and Harvey Nichols.
Britain is famous for its obsession with sport, so it comes as no surprise that London hosts a multitude of sporting competitions. For those who are more interested in the history of sport, there are guided tours available of most Premiership football clubs, as well as of Lords Cricket Ground and Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club.
A visit to London is not complete until you have visited at least one of its many tourist attractions. There's the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, the London Dungeon, Madame Tussauds, Buckingham Palace, London Zoo and the Churchill War Rooms - to name but a few!
London offers the visitor more museums than any other city in the world, and most of them are free. The Natural History Museum in South Kensington is an absolute must. Many of London's art galleries are also free to enter, the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery being conveniently close to one another on the north side of Trafalgar Square.
For many, the words 'London's West End' are synonymous with the best and most cutting edge theatre in the world. Furthermore, many of London's theatres now offer backstage tours as well as onstage performances. For fans of opera there's the Royal Opera House or the London Coliseum, whilst Sadler's Wells and The Royal Ballet should keep dance enthusiasts happy.
London offers a wide choice of accommodation, including home stays, budget hostels, self catered apartments, budget hotel chains, boutique hotels and famous five star palaces offering the last word in luxury.
London is a city that is constantly evolving, making it a very exciting place to visit. If you have been here before, then don't expect it to be the same as it was last time!
Firstly, there's London itself. Two thousand years of history are crammed into it; where else can you run your fingers along a section of Roman wall whilst looking towards what is currently the tallest building in the EU - namely, the Shard?
London has eight royal parks, three of which (Richmond, Greenwich and Bushy) boast their own herds of deer. There are numerous other parks, two botanical gardens and several heaths and commons. Both Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill offer fantastic views of London.
A river cruise along the Thames is one of the best ways to see London, but we shouldn't forget that there are also more than 100 miles of canals in this city. If you fancy something a little bit different, why not take a trip along Regent's Canal in a narrowboat?
London can now lay claim to the largest urban shopping centre in Europe: Westfield Stratford. For the more traditional shopper though, there is still the allure of Harrods, Liberty, Selfridges and Harvey Nichols.
Britain is famous for its obsession with sport, so it comes as no surprise that London hosts a multitude of sporting competitions. For those who are more interested in the history of sport, there are guided tours available of most Premiership football clubs, as well as of Lords Cricket Ground and Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club.
A visit to London is not complete until you have visited at least one of its many tourist attractions. There's the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, the London Dungeon, Madame Tussauds, Buckingham Palace, London Zoo and the Churchill War Rooms - to name but a few!
London offers the visitor more museums than any other city in the world, and most of them are free. The Natural History Museum in South Kensington is an absolute must. Many of London's art galleries are also free to enter, the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery being conveniently close to one another on the north side of Trafalgar Square.
For many, the words 'London's West End' are synonymous with the best and most cutting edge theatre in the world. Furthermore, many of London's theatres now offer backstage tours as well as onstage performances. For fans of opera there's the Royal Opera House or the London Coliseum, whilst Sadler's Wells and The Royal Ballet should keep dance enthusiasts happy.
London offers a wide choice of accommodation, including home stays, budget hostels, self catered apartments, budget hotel chains, boutique hotels and famous five star palaces offering the last word in luxury.
London is a city that is constantly evolving, making it a very exciting place to visit. If you have been here before, then don't expect it to be the same as it was last time!
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