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London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a diverse and historic city brimming with iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and vibrant cultural scenes. From the grandeur of Buckingham Palace to the cutting-edge art at Tate Modern, London offers an unparalleled blend of tradition and modernity.

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Language
English
Population
Approximately 9 million
Currency
Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone
Europe/London (UTC+0/UTC+1)
Best season
Spring (April-May) for blooming parks and pleasant weather, and Autumn (September-October) for fewer crowds and colorful foliage.
Est. daily cost
$200 USD
Climate

Weather & seasons

Climate

Temperate maritime climate with mild summers and cool winters. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year.

Best seasons: Spring (April-May) for blooming parks and pleasant weather, and Autumn (September-October) for fewer crowds and colorful foliage.

Right now
18°C
Sunny
Humidity 80%
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Top attractions

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace

4.5(193,627 reviews)

Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.

London SW1A 1AA, UK
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The British Museum

The British Museum

3.5(79 reviews)

Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.

Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, UK
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Harrods

Harrods

4.4(126,441 reviews)
87-135 Brompton Rd, London SW1X 7XL, UK
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Big Ben

Big Ben

4.6(99,582 reviews)

16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.

London SW1A 0AA, UK
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London Bridge

London Bridge

4.6(65,703 reviews)

Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.

London EC4R 3TN, UK
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Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge

4.8(183,526 reviews)

Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.

Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2UP, UK
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Borough Market

Borough Market

4.6(128,614 reviews)

Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.

London SE1 9AH, UK
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Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum

4.6(36,693 reviews)

Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.

Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD, UK
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London Eye

London Eye

4.5(202,514 reviews)
Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, UK
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Camden Market

Camden Market

4.6(150,626 reviews)

Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.

54-56 Camden Lock Pl, London NW1 8AF, UK
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Hyde Park

Hyde Park

4.7(142,260 reviews)

Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.

London, UK
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Battersea Power Station

Battersea Power Station

4.6(30,421 reviews)

Repurposed riverside Victorian power station featuring luxury shops, dining & entertainment.

Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London SW11 8DD, UK
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Stay

Where to sleep

Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3.6(17,695 reviews)

Straightforward hotel with unfussy rooms, plus traditional dining, a pub and a bowling alley.

38-51 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0DG, UK
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Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

4.0(10,532 reviews)

Compact rooms, some featuring loft bedrooms, in a streamlined hotel offering Wi-Fi.

Great Windmill St, London W1D 7DH, UK
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Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4.5(13,952 reviews)

Polished lodging with streamlined rooms, plus refined restaurants, a spa and an indoor pool.

200 Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7UT, UK
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The Ned London

The Ned London

4.5(7,930 reviews)

Edwardian-inspired rooms in a 1920s Lutyens-designed building with a spa, a pool and 9 restaurants.

27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ, UK
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Strand Palace

Strand Palace

4.2(10,177 reviews)

Laid-back rooms and suites in a storied 1909 hotel featuring a restaurant and bar, plus a gym.

372 Strand, London WC2R 0JJ, UK
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The Savoy

The Savoy

4.7(11,042 reviews)

Landmark 19th-century hotel with luxe rooms & suites, plus a Gordon Ramsay restaurant & a spa.

Strand, London WC2R 0EZ, UK
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STG Hotel Oxford Street (former St Giles London)

STG Hotel Oxford Street (former St Giles London)

3.6(7,900 reviews)

Casual rooms with WiFi access & flat-screen TVs, plus on-site dining and a conference centre.

12 Bedford Ave, London WC1B 3GH, UK
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JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

4.5(5,801 reviews)

Refined, grand hotel offering elegant rooms and suites, plus park views, posh dining and 2 bars.

86-90 Park Ln, London W1K 7TN, UK
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The Ritz London

The Ritz London

4.6(7,777 reviews)

Ornate quarters, some with grand pianos, in a luxurious hotel offering acclaimed dining & a spa.

150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR, UK
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The Marble Arch Hotel by Thistle

The Marble Arch Hotel by Thistle

4.4(8,212 reviews)

Grand hotel offering polished rooms and suites, plus an acclaimed restaurant and a swanky jazz bar.

Bryanston St, London W1H 7EH, UK
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The Cumberland Hotel, London

The Cumberland Hotel, London

4.2(8,095 reviews)

Warm quarters in a trendy music-inspired hotel featuring 2 chic bars, a relaxed cafe & a gym.

The Cumberland, Great Cumberland Pl, Marble Arch, London W1H 7DL, UK
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Park Plaza London Riverbank

Park Plaza London Riverbank

4.3(7,341 reviews)

Modern rooms and suites in a refined lodging offering an Asian/South American restaurant with a bar.

18 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TJ, UK
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Taste

Where to eat

Selfridges

Selfridges

4.5(47,007 reviews)

Upscale department store stocking designer & popular clothing brands plus housewares & gifts.

400 Oxford St, London W1A 1AB, UK
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Battersea Power Station

Battersea Power Station

4.6(30,421 reviews)

Repurposed riverside Victorian power station featuring luxury shops, dining & entertainment.

Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London SW11 8DD, UK
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Sky Garden

Sky Garden

4.6(77,493 reviews)

Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.

1, Sky Garden Walk, London EC3M 8AF, UK
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Liberty London

Liberty London

4.5(24,802 reviews)· very_expensive

Tudor-revival building filled with high-end fashion and luxury homeware, with its own fabric line.

Regent St., Carnaby, London W1B 5AH, UK
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Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3.6(17,695 reviews)

Straightforward hotel with unfussy rooms, plus traditional dining, a pub and a bowling alley.

38-51 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0DG, UK
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The British Library

The British Library

4.5(3,810 reviews)

Library containing the Magna Carta and handwritten Beatles lyrics on some 400 miles of shelves.

96 Euston Rd., London NW1 2DB, UK
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Dishoom Covent Garden

Dishoom Covent Garden

4.7(29,247 reviews)· moderate

Buzzy destination for Indian street food in Bombay-style digs with vintage decor & upscale touches.

12 Upper St Martin's Ln, London WC2H 9FB, UK
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Mercato Mayfair

Mercato Mayfair

4.5(9,463 reviews)· moderate

Hip market in an old stained-glass sanctuary, with food stands, eateries & a vaulted wine cellar.

St. Mark's Church, 13A N Audley St, London W1K 6ZA, UK
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Seven Dials Market

Seven Dials Market

4.5(9,067 reviews)

Chic multi-level food court with dozens of micro-restaurants & bars, plus a bookshop & event space.

Earlham St, London WC2H 9LX, UK
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Dave's Hot Chicken

Dave's Hot Chicken

4.5(3,951 reviews)
40 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7ER, UK
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Circolo Popolare

Circolo Popolare

4.8(40,305 reviews)· expensive

Glam, atmospheric eatery, opulently decorated with 20,000 bottles, serving trattoria fare & drinks.

40-41 Rathbone Pl, London W1T 1HX, UK
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Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4.5(13,952 reviews)

Polished lodging with streamlined rooms, plus refined restaurants, a spa and an indoor pool.

200 Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7UT, UK
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Interesting facts

  • The London Underground, or 'the Tube', is the world's oldest underground railway system.
  • There are over 170 museums and galleries in London.
  • Big Ben is actually the name of the Great Bell inside the clock tower, not the tower itself.
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