10 best things to do in London
These are the 10 best things to do when you are in London! Particularly if you’re studying in the UK these are things that cannot be missed!!
Visit Her Majesty’s fortress in the heart of the city… the Tower of London
The Tower of London has throughout its variable and often bloody history has served as a range of key functions for the British Monarch, including: armoury, a treasury, a menagerie, the home of the Royal Mint and the less than glamorous public record’s office. As well as being the place where criminals and those out of favour would be "sent to the tower" and some times executed! Now it is the home of the Crown Jewels of England, which are available for visitors.
Become a member of Gryffindor at Harry Potter world!
Harry Potter World, was the studio location for the filming of much of the Harry Potter films and the permanent residence of the circus that was the series of films for 9 years. It only includes sets, props and costumes that were actually created for or used in the production of the Harry Potter film series. Sets include the Great Hall, Dumbledore's Office, Diagon Alley, the Ministry of Magic, Gryffindor Common Room and Boys' Dormitory, Hagrid's Hut and a 1:24 scale model of Hogwarts Castle (used for exterior shots).
Get tickets for a West End theatre show
The West End is one of the theatre hot spots of the worlds, with the largest number of theatre’s in one area of any city in the world. TKTS is the best place to get low cost theatre tickets for any of the theatre’s in the city that seats available!
Check out an exhibition at the British Museum
The British Museum has a permanent collection of some eight million works is among the largest and most comprehensive in existence, which were largely sourced during the era of the British Empire. It also puts on some of the finest temporary exhibitions in the world, which changes on a regular basis.
Although the museum has some controversial pieces, it is worth visiting for the unique and leading collections.
Enjoy the traditional fish and chips experience…
Located in Soho, Golden Union’s food is a traditional selection of British classic’s all cooked order in its homemade batter and fried to perfection. With everything from fish and chips through to modern classics such as battered halloumi.
Ride on a Routemaster London bus…
In the centre of London you can ride on of the historic Routemaster buses which is an experience that cannot get more traditional. Alternatively, you can ride on one of the modern versions that is available throughout the city.
Enjoy a garden in the sky
If you’re looking for amazing views of London for free, as well as unique horticultural experience then look no further than the Sky Garden. The Sky Garden’s viewing gallery on the 43rd floor of the Walkie Talkie offers panoramic views over London
Go shopping with the rich and famous…
Harrods is the premium world famous shopping experience in the city. Although it can be a bit on the pricey side it is one of the best places to go shopping or just spend your time looking at the brands or watching out for famous people.
Sit in the park and take time to enjoy the view of the city
Greenwich park has some of the best views of the city, as well as being the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) or the place where “time” starts. Alongside the park, there is the observatory and the international time line as well as the historic naval museum.
Enjoy some modern art in a former power station
Tate Modern is the best modern art gallery in the city with a free collection across multiple floors, it is the star of the South Bank part of the city and is the best place for a bit of culture.
