Insider's Guide to London
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Insider's Guide to London
Elizabeth Rickert
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This guide aims to provide a detailed list of the best spots in London! With over 170 places listed, it provides an extensive list of places to visit! The outline of the guide is as follows:
1. It lists about 75 Museums, which are organised by whether they are royal affiliated, art, history, or science.
- The list has 10 royal-affiliated museums.
- The 25 art museums are divided into whether they contain art of all eras or exclusively modern art.
- The 30 history museums are subdivided into whether they focus on general, literary, Roman and pre-Roman, or war-related history.
- The list also provides 7 science museums that I recommend visiting.
- I also provide details on how to save money on visiting museums.
2. The guide lists 12 of London's must-visit parks
3. The guide lists 16 sights and other activities.
4. The guide lists six of London's best markets, including details on when to visit them.
5. I provide a brief list of 15 of London's best restaurants broken into breakfast and lunch/dinner sub-sections. It's hard to go wrong with London's food scene, but this narrows it down since it is so expansive.
6. Since every trip to London is complete with enjoying the pub scene, I've provided a list of 6 of my favourite pubs.
7. This guide includes 9 of my favourite coffee shops throughout the city.
8. Another must for any visit to London, I've included a list of 5 afternoon tea spots I particularly enjoyed.
9. This guide includes 11 bars and nightlife spots throughout London for fabulous cocktails!
10. London is world famous for its shopping. I've included 14 shops throughout the city, broken into the sub-sections of department stores (3), bookshops (7), and others (4).
11. Enjoying London's theatre and entertainment options is a must-do in the city. I've included several suggestions for concert and theatre venues and a link to my comprehensive London's West End guide.
12. England's train system offers many opportunities to take easy day trips, so I've also linked my guide to 25 easy day trips from London.
This guide ends with information on day-by-day itineraries, how to get around London, and suggestions on where to stay.
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Kensington Palace
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This palace covers the history of William and Mary, Queen Victoria, and more! It is also a current royal palace and members of the royal family actively use it. I recommend using the audio guide throughout your visit but don't miss talking to the staff since they're so knowledgable.
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The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace
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This museum displays the royal family's stables, coaches, and cars. You can even meet some of the royal horses! A visit to the Royal Mews costs £28.00 and includes an audio guide.
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The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
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This gallery rotates the royal family's impressive and valuable art collection. A visit costs £17.00 and can be converted to an annual pass to allow you to enjoy all of the exhibits throughout the year.
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Buckingham Palace
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Buckingham Palace can be seen from the outside year-round. Tours of the interior are available in the summer months - usually only July and August.
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The Guards Museum
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This museum outlines the history of the five Foot Guards regiments from the English Civil War to present. It is located under the parade ground of the Wellington Barracks and costs GBP 8 to visit.
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Jewel Tower
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This museum is one of the only surviving parts of the old Palace of Westminster and is dedicated to the history of Parliament and the history of the tower itself. A visit costs £8.50 or is free for English Heritage Members.
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Elizabeth Rickert
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Drawing from my rich experiences exploring over forty countries across the globe, I offer unparalleled insights and invaluable advice to fellow travelers seeking unforgettable adventures. Whether you're planning a leisurely getaway, an off-the-beaten path expedition, or a cultural immersion, my diverse expertise ensures personalized recommendations tailored to your preferences. From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, let me and my guides, assist you on your journeys and provide you with adventures filled with discovery, authenticity, and unforgettable moments.
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