London Travel Guide

The Hippo's guide to London, England's metropolitan capital

London is a fantastic city with over 2000 years of culture on display and excellent transport links via its underground train network, London bus routes and black taxis. Its one of the greatest places to visit with some of the greatest sights in England such as Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the Tate, London Eye, Saatchi Gallery, Shakespeare’s Globe theatre and Trafalgar Square.

One of the best ways to see London is from the river and you can take advantage of one of Londons many riverboat cruises to see the sights.

If you like a little shopping then London has it all, from the high street stores on Oxford street to the top designer boutiques of Covent Garden and Knightsbridge. Oh, and lets not forget the worlds most famous department store Harrods. If you like a bargain then you'll find plenty in Camden market.

In the evening London really comes to life with fantastic bars and restaurants all in and around the bright lights of the West End. For a more cultured night out a there is a huge range of theatres and shows to visit, the Royal Opera House, and lots, lots more.

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