Travel Stories

London

- budget travel
- connections
19 best free things to do in London
9 min read • Feb 16, 2023
Skinflints and penny-pinchers rejoice! The English capital is packed to rafters with amazing free experiences. Here are our faves.
- architecture
- art and culture
13 things you have to do in London
10 min read • Feb 4, 2023
With world-class museums, galleries and theaters, there is plenty to see and do in London. Here are the city's very best experiences.
- festivals and events
- art and culture
When is the best time to go to London? Here's how to pick the best season for your trip
6 min read • Feb 3, 2023
This seasonal guide, with a monthly list of events, can help you decide the best time for your visit to London.
- shopping
- activities
London in 5 shops: the best souvenirs, the coolest thrift finds and more
3 min read • Feb 1, 2023
The shopping options in London can be overwhelming. So we’ve narrowed our list to five of the city’s best independent shops.
- lgbtqia
- connections
The LGBTIQ+ guide to London, from clubs and festivals to holistic safe spaces
8 min read • Dec 12, 2022
Whether you’re after club nights, holistic spaces, or the latest literature from queer authors, London is an iconic destination for LGBTIQ+ travelers.
- shopping
- activities
Give it a try: M&M’s London is weird and wonderful
3 min read • Dec 2, 2022
London writer Caroline O'Donoghue explains why she always takes visitors to the South Bank, the West End and...M&M’s London.
- museums
- art and culture
Skip London's Buckingham Palace and visit this eccentric English home instead
4 min read • Oct 22, 2022
London-based writer Séamas O'Reilly explains why he thinks travelers should skip Buckingham Palace and instead visit one of the city's most eccentric homes.
- history
- art and culture
Where to explore royal history in London
11 min read • Sep 27, 2022
The very best of Royal London, from Buckingham Palace to Queen Elizabeth II's favorite supermarket.
- art and culture
- food and drink
Explore Bangladeshi culture and cuisine along London's Brick Lane
7 min read • Sep 22, 2022
Walk the vibrant streets of East London's Brick Lane and taste the best of Bangladeshi cuisine with Tharik Hussain.
- activities
- wildlife and nature
London's 10 best parks: from gorgeous rose gardens to the best wild swimming spots
6 min read • Jul 13, 2022
With woodlands, heaths, commons and gardens, London is one of the greenest cities in the world. Here are the capital's very best parks.
- public transport
- destination practicalities
How to get around London: from tubes and trains to bikes and buses
11 min read • Jun 23, 2022
London has a huge public transportation system, but is not the most intuitive city to navigate. Here's what you need to know about getting around London.
- sports
- activities
Wimbledon 2022: how to get tickets and travel to tennis' biggest event
7 min read • Jun 22, 2022
From the order of play to standing in the queue for tickets, here's what you need to know about Wimbledon in 2022.
- family travel
- connections
The best things to do with kids in London: have a fantastic family day out in the capital
8 min read • May 11, 2022
Explore London's many family-friendly museums and large open spaces that are perfect for little people.
- shopping
- activities
London Fashion Week 2022: everything you need to know about this year's event
3 min read • Jan 28, 2022
London Fashion Week returns as a hybrid digital and physical event this February 18-22. Here’s what you need to know.
- art and culture
- art
London’s coziest bookshops to explore this winter
6 min read • Dec 6, 2021
Curling up with a book this winter? London's beautiful, unique bookshops are the perfect place to pick one up.
- sustainable travel
- connections
The best short breaks from London are just two hours by train
8 min read • Sep 15, 2021
For an easy weekend away, take the train! These are the best destinations that are just a two-hour journey by train from central London.
- tips and advice
- destination practicalities
Top tips for first time visitors to London
7 min read • Jul 1, 2021
First-time visitors to London can be overwhelmed. What to visit? Where to eat? How to get around? Here's a guide to making your first trip to London easy.
- history
- art and culture
Is this the year to try sober travel?
4 min read • Jan 1, 2021
Part wellness, part connection, sober tourism can lead to richer and more memorable experiences. Here's how the sober travel trend is likely to take off.
- sports
- activities
London's 7 best running routes
6 min read • Dec 10, 2020
With dozens of green spaces and waterways, London offers excellent opportunities for running. Here are our favorite routes.
- history
- art and culture
16 things you never knew about London
7 min read • Oct 22, 2020
You might think you already know London. Here are 16 things you may not have already known about Britain's capital city.
- history
- art and culture
Secret London: 9 unusual sights hidden in the city
3 min read • Oct 13, 2020
From secret spots of historical significance to things that are just plain weird, here are some of the strangest sights hidden away in London.
- film
- art and culture
London watchlist: films to see before your trip
5 min read • Sep 3, 2020
London has long held an A-listing role in the cinematic world. Here are some of the best offbeat movie locations to look out for.