As you may have already discovered while planning your trip, London is full of fascinating museums. There are museums of natural history, modern art, and science, and there are museums of zoology, branding, and transportation. There’s pretty much a museum in London for every interest out there, which makes choosing which ones to visit quite hard! One of the more niche London museums is the Design Museum, which is officially an art museum, but really crosses the genres to captivate visitors. When I used to live in London, I had a small gallery that focused on works by British makers and designe ..read more

Chilly mornings, crisp leaves, and that overplayed-but-you-still-gotta-love-it pumpkin spice scent and flavor everywhere. I’ve gotta be honest: I love autumn. I especially love London in autumn, when the leaves begin to change and the city takes on an even more golden glow in my eyes. October is the heart of the autumn/fall season in London – and that means it’s also a season of change. While visitors early in the month might enjoy warmer, sunnier days weather, those visiting later could well wonder if it’s not going to be winter tomorrow. (Okay, I’m being dramatic – but temps can fall pr ..read more

If one of the main reasons inspiring you to visit London is to experience the British Monarchy, there are some essential stops; Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and Kensington Palace are definitely the Big 3. But, as working royal facilities, it’s not like you get to stroll the halls rubbing elbows with Will and Kate or sit down for tea with the King. That begs the question then, are these royal sights actually worth visiting? In this post, I’ll review Kensington Palace, the home of the future King and his family (among many other royals). Based on my experience, you’ll learn the basics of ..read more

When I first started visiting London, one of my favorite things was how the city always revealed something new on each visit; a new restaurant or attraction, a new area, a new experience… London is a city that’s always changing, but it’s also always improving the best parts that have been around since the city was founded. I was so enchanted by London that just one year after my first visit, I moved there for a year-long masters program, and got to explore the city even more. By complete chance, the school I attended was near the Clerkenwell area of Central London. This means I got to know an ..read more

After yet another epic summer, autumn is quickly coming on in London. And while most people consider that a signal to stay home and plan their trip for next year, savvy travelers know that this is a great season to visit. Lower airfare and fewer crowds make up for the chance of more traditional London weather – but all of London’s best attractions are still happy to welcome visitors. If you’re planning a trip to London in October, you’ve made a wise choice. As you’ll soon learn, there are plenty of things to do, and the weather is still more than good enough to make for an enjoyable trip; in t ..read more

As you plan your trip to London, you undoubtedly have one important question you must answer: where should I stay in London? London is a big place – and there are so many different areas that it’s easy to get confused and overwhelmed. Whether it’s your first trip or you’ve visited before, I always recommend trying to stay in Central London (or as close as you can, given your budget). London is super accessible by public transport, but the more centrally you stay, the better. That’s why I’ve put together this guide to the best neighborhoods in Central London – to help you understand your o ..read more

If there ever was a neighborhood that captures the epitome of London elegance, it’s undoubtedly Belgravia. Nestled with grace between the beauty of Buckingham Palace and the River Thames, Belgravia is not just a location – it’s an experience, a soiree of culture, luxury, and iconic British charm. It’s where the classic embraces the contemporary and sophistication meets style, serving every visitor a slice of the London dream. While this neighborhood isn’t a destination in its own right, there are certainly things to do in Belgravia, you’ll soon realize it’s less about ticking boxes on a t ..read more

As you may know, London is considered a forest, thanks to its large green spaces and the plethora of trees across the city… but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still lovely gardens to explore if you’re interested in flora. Founded in 1673 to study medicinal plants the Chelsea Physic Garden is England’s second-oldest surviving botanical garden (and the oldest in London). In addition to being a lovely green space, it’s also interesting enough for rock stars – literally! (Mick Jagger celebrated his 80th birthday here.) As quite a small garden, I wasn’t expecting much when I visited, but I w ..read more

Editor’s Note: As part of an effort to share the real stories, experiences, and expertise of the London On My Mind team, I’m excited to share this trip recap from one of our top writers. As you’ll see, Zhen’s love of food (which she shares on her own blog) comes through when she travels to London too – there are a lot of great restaurant recommendations in this post, plus a number of other attractions she’ll be writing dedicated reviews for in future months. – Valerie Dear readers, it’s Zhen again, here to tell you about my 3rd trip to London in the last ..read more

Chilly mornings, crisp leaves, and that overplayed-but-you-still-gotta-love-it pumpkin spice scent and flavor everywhere. I’ve gotta be honest: I love autumn. I especially love London in autumn, when the leaves begin to change and the city takes on an even more golden glow in my eyes. September kicks off the autumn season in London, but it’s a month of transition. While visitors early in the month might enjoy hanging-on summer weather, those visiting later could well wonder if it’s not going to be winter tomorrow. (Okay, I’m being dramatic – but temps can fall pretty significantly from th ..read more