Looking for the best bus tours in London? Don’t miss this insider’s guide.  London is a historic city packed with legendary landmarks, monuments, and attractions. The only problem with that is there’s almost too much to see and do!  That’s why guided bus tours are by far the best way to see a city if you are just here for a whistle stop. And as cities go, London has some of the best. Whilst there is a ‘bus-load’ of traditional tours that concentrate on simply exemplifying London’s highlights, there are some that serve up the city with a twist.  Why not admire Buckingham Palace a ..read more

Our comprehensive guide to tipping in London: all the places, times and amounts you should expect to pay service charges.  Tipping is a tough one to get right – one of those things that is so intertwined with the local culture and norms that it can be fraught with danger for those visiting a new destination. Avoid the embarrassment: this guide to tipping in London tells you everything you need to know before you go. Do You Tip in London? Oh, the dilemma of tipping. While it might be second nature to you if you come from a place where tipping is the norm, that’s not true for everyone.  ..read more

Planning to spend one day in London and not sure where to start? Don’t worry – it’s a tough task but we have you covered with this step-by-step itinerary – everything you need to know to tackle London in a day. We’re going to start this guide by being brutally honest with you here – seeing London in a day is no easy feat. This crazy city that we are proud to call home can be overwhelming – 8 million people call it their home also and 20 million people visit annually. It’s busy, large and can be a bit confusing if you’re visiting for the first time. Our London bucket list alone is enough to kee ..read more

Sightseeing in London can be a daunting task – let’s face it, in a city where there’s something different to see around every corner, it can be hard to know where to start. If you’re planning your visit, we’ve chosen the most iconic London tourist attractions for your trip. London is a whirlwind of a city. Even now, after growing up in the city, it still has the capacity to take us by surprise  – so we can only imagine what it’s like to come to London as a tourist. Where should you start? What should you skip? Are London’s tourist attractions really worth it? Not so familiar with London a ..read more

Whether you’re looking for sunshine, festivals or just to explore the city’s museums in peace, there are pros and cons of visiting London at different times of year. Wondering when the best time to visit London is? Don’t miss this step by step guide.  Like any trip, planning your travels to London starts with a series of questions: when should you go, where should you stay, what do you want to do.  After all, tackling one of the world’s busiest tourist destinations takes some thought.  Working out when to visit London is a tough one – much as we love this city, the weather is un ..read more

Travelling to London and not sure where to start? Don’t miss these 45 London travel tips to help you rock your trip! Insider tips for planning a trip to London – written by a Londoner. So, you’ve booked your ticket and you’re getting ready to travel to London.  We all know London. Home of fancy afternoon teas, the Queen, those twee red buses you’ve seen on countless film shows, black cabs, Big Ben and people who say weird things like “cheerio chap”, “alright mate” and “cheesed off” (the latter means they’re annoyed so you should probably back away slowly at that point – no sudden movement ..read more

Planning a short visit to London and not sure what to see? I’ve created the perfect 2 days in London itinerary: everything you need to know to plan the perfect trip. As a born and bred Londoner, it can be too easy to take my hometown for granted. Buckingham Palace – been there, done that. London Eye? Literally used to work there.  For someone who loves my hometown, I was close to becoming a little bit (dare I say it?)… jaded. Utterly ridiculous right? I agree. So I decided to fix the situation and spend 2 days in London like a tourist.  The result? IMHO the best London itinerary that ..read more

Hands up if you need a London staycation right now. We’ve got you covered with 8 dazzling options – no need to thank us. Let’s face it, at this point, the last few years have thrown so many curveballs at us that dodging them requires the gravity-defying skills of Neo in The Matrix.  You know that scene where he leans back and is dodging all the bullets as they whizz at him at speed? That’s literally all of us now – backwards limboing to the floor like a flailing octopus and praying we don’t get hurt. We know guys, we know.  There’s a silver lining though. We’ll let you in on a little ..read more

London is a vibrant and ever-changing city made up of a series of interconnected, but independent neighbourhoods. Don’t miss this London area guide – 17 London neighbourhoods you shouldn’t miss during your visit.  London is large, sprawling and can be hard to get your head around. Don’t get us wrong – we love the capital, but we get that it can be difficult to make sense of. From the old City of London to newer neighbourhoods, London is basically a collection of interrelated areas, each with their own independent identities, subcultures and (dare we mention it), football teams.  Wher ..read more