London Tourism Guide - Information, Maps & Destinations

London, one of the greatest capital cities of the world has a vast selection of discount hotels, bed and breakfasts and apartments, some of which can be found on london-travellog.com. Hotels in London, as in other European capital cities, use the star system which ranges from 5 star luxurious hotels to 1 star budget hotels. There are always bargains to be had when looking for cheap London accommodation and midweek or weekend reservations are well worth researching if you like a bargain. Most cheap hotel rooms include breakfast in the price and have private bathroom with shower, TV, central heating and free internet access in each room and you will, in the main, receive a good standard of cleanliness and staff service.  All areas are geared towards the budget traveller whether it is for shopping trips, visiting restaurants, enjoying the nightlife, seeing live theatre or sightseeing excursions.

Summer school in London

Obviously the summer months are more expensive to stay in London, however, cheap rates in spring, autumn and winter are available and in the London tourist guide information the attractions detailed are interesting and varied. If you are a history lover there are a wealth of places to visit including Buckingham Palace, the residence of the Queen and her family, the Tower of London which houses the Crown Jewels, the London Dungeons where everything is based on real historical events and Kensington Palace to name but a few. For the more thrill seeking visitors there is the new London Eye, the world’s highest observation point which offers panoramic views of the city and shows parts of London which are not visible at ground level. One of London’s most popular tourist attractions is the Zoo which is set in Regent’s Park and makes a fun day out for the whole family. Theatres abound in the city to suit all tastes, whether it is a Shakespearean play, an Agatha Christie suspense or something modern, the choice is yours.

London eye in night light

London sightseeing is relatively cheap and convenient with the regular service of the famous red London bus and the Underground.  London travel destinations cover a huge area and London itself has a population of around 6.7 million people. The city centre is bound by Piccadilly to the south, Oxford Street to the north, Tottenham Court Road to the east and Park Lane to the west while Mayfair is considered to be exclusively for the rich and famous.   Boutique fashion shops and jewellery can be found in Bond Street whilst nearby Regent Street has smaller shops, restaurants, and bars. Tottenham Court Road is famous for electrical and home entertainment shops whilst Oxford Street is a must for tourists who wish to purchase gifts for friends and family back home. These famous aforementioned places should be on every traveller’s itinary and london-travellog.com has all the information you require for your holiday or weekend break, if you have any suggestions please feel free to feedback via our website.