10/1/2019 0 Comments LondonCurrencyGBP, Pound Sterling, £ LanguageEnglish Fun FactMost museums are owned state owned and are free TransportationPublic transportation works great especially using an oyster card on the tube. There is a lot of traffic on the roads but black cabs and Uber are the safest and best option for private transportation. Where to stayIt is best to stay near a convenient tube stop and in a good neighborhood. Airbnb, hotels or hostels are all great options for accommodations. Tube stop recommendations to stay near are: South Kensington, Victoria, Green Park, Covent Garden, London Bridge What to doMUSEUMS: The British Museum, Churchill War Rooms, The National Gallery, The Victoria and Albert Museum, The Tate Modern SHOPPING: Carnaby, Notting Hill, Oxford Street, Brick Lane and Soho MARKETS: Borough Market food Brick Lane Market food, crafts, vintage clothing, jewelry Portobello Road Market antiques, jewelry, vintage cameras, art Camden Market food, clothing, gifts Spitalfields Market food, clothing, art, photography, jewelry What to seeVisit Buckingham Palace to see The Changing of the Guard Tower of London to learn more about the history of London Shakespeare's Globe, a recreation of Shakespeare's original theater Tour Wimbledon and see where amazing athletes have made a name for themselves Walk in Hyde Park and see the Kensington Gardens Tour Westminster Abbey and learn about the history of the Church of England and the monarchy in England What to eat and whereTraditional food: fish and chips, shepard's pie and english breakfast Poppie’s Fish & Chips: great place to go for famous fish and chips China Town: all delicious, walk around and look at menus, see what looks good Polpo: Cozy, good cocktails, Venetian food, famous for meatballs Pastaio: Fun, alcoholic slushies, different menu every night, famous for back and white spaghetti with crab Dishoom: Amazing Indian food, good environment, fun cocktails, go early to get on the list, the wait can be hours or full for the night if you show up too late and no reservations Sticks’n’Sushi: Fresh and fun sushi rolls, cooked Japanese options too, unique cocktails and good atmosphere inside Electric Diner: Great spot for breakfast, brunch or lunch in Notting Hill, amazing hash browns and sourdough toast Where the pancakes are: Really good pancakes and a short walk from the Tate Modern, Borough Market and The Shard The Breakfast Club: Locations throughout London, great food with a fun quirky atmosphere Gail’s Bakery: Locations throughout London, good place to stop for a quick scone and tea, the dark chocolate cherry scone was my favorite scone in all of London The Good Egg: Great non-traditional brunch/lunch spot that is fun and delicious Crosstown Doughnuts: Amazing doughnuts that are very unique Beigel Shop: Located in Brick Lane, famous for their pastrami bagel sandwich, add cream cheese if you’re feeling adventurous, truly great and cheap bagels What to Drink and whereTraditional drinks: Pimms, hard cider, hot tea
Pubs: They are all great and a key part of the culture of London High tea: Sketch non-traditional, fun and widely known, The Ritz very traditional and iconic in London Bar Elba: Fun covered rooftop bar, amazing cocktails and great atmosphere Blame Gloria: Good drinks, better for dancing on the weekends Cahoots: Bar is set in the time right when World War II ended, fun experience with interesting drinks The Alchemist: Really good, exciting drinks, huge drink menu and bartenders that make you anything you would ask for Salvador & Amanda: Happy hour, fun environment, great place for a quick drink
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