The Ultimate London Travel Guide
Frequently Asked Questions About London
What are the best attractions in London?
There are numerous attractions you can find in the capital. Many of these include but are not limited to the; Tower of London, the British Museum, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and many more.
How Safe is London for Tourists?
The Capital is safe for tourists, regardless, one can never be too careful. Stay on guard for pickpockets. if you are new to the city, you should always be vigilant. Again, the city is safe for all and to all.
Do I need a lot of time to explore London?
Many have asked this exact question. Particularly those who are looking to tour the capital.
The answer is; if you are staying for a short visit, you should plan 4-6 days to see major spots. Luckily, this site is a perfect guide to navigating through the city and enjoying fun spots and even historic spots.
However, if you wish to see and have a broader knowledge of London. Say you want to know the best sushi spots in London, the best bookstores (if you are a reader), the best musicals, etc. You should consider staying for a long time. Give or take, 30 days.
We have also reviewed the best hotels in various areas like Shoreditch London, Knightsbridge London, Notting Hill LONDON, West End London. We have also carefully reviewed the best hostels in order for you to enjoy your stay.
How can I go around London?
London as a city has many modes of transportation. They include; buses, the Tube (London Underground), and last but not the least, trains. You can easily get around London using these means of transportation.
While in London, what are the best Neighbourhoods to stay?
Many have asked this question and we have explicated this in one of our articles 7 Best Neighbourhoods in London. However, briefly, here are the best neighbourhoods to stay in London.
- Green Wich
- Notting Hill
- Covent Garden
- Hempstead
- Knights Bridge
- Kensington
- Camden
What Museums and galleries are a must-see in London?
Again, we have meticulously explained and reviewed the best museums to see in our article 7 Best Museums in London. However, here are the best museums and galleries to see in London:
Museums
- British Museum, Bloomsbury
- Natural History Museum, Kensington
- The Design Museum in Kensington
- Tate Modern, Bankside
- Victoria and Albert Museum, Knightsbridge
- Royal Academy, Piccadilly
- Imperial War Museum, Lambeth
Gallery
- National Gallery
What time is best to Visit London?
In our article 7 Best Times to Visit London, we have highlighted the best time to visit London for different occasions. Notwithstanding, here are the best times to visit London;
Between March and May (Spring), as this offers cool weather conditions.
Between September and November (This falls on Autumn). This weather condition is also cool, the most interesting thing about this time is that there are fewer crowds in public places.
What are the best Shopping Areas in London?
Ha! This one is indeed very intriguing. We have explicated in detail in our article: 7 Best Shopping Areas in London.
Regardless, here are the best shopping areas in London:
- Knightsbridge
- Oxford Street
- Spitalfields Market
- Portobello Road
- Camden Market
- Harrods
- Carnaby Streets.
How can I exchange my currency In London?
The best way to exchange your currency is at the bank or post office, or you could use an Automated Teller Machine (ATM). We strongly recommend that you do not exchange your currency in hotels or at the airport.
What’s Night Lifelike In the City of London?
London has several activities for those whose day begins at night. You can enjoy visiting bars, and rooftop bars in places like:
- Swift, Soho
- Paradise: After Dark, Soho
- The Painter’s Room, Claridge’s, Mayfair
- Bar Crispin, Soho
- Atrium Bar, Nomad London, Covent Garden
- Spiritland, King’s Cross
- Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels, Seven Dials