Day trips within an hour of London 30 minutes away: Hitchin. A commuter town in Hertfordshire might seem an unlikely escape, but Hitchin Lavender Farm is a stunning place to run away to. 43 minutes away: Box Hill. 47 minutes away: Cambridge. 54 minutes away: Brighton. 57 minutes away: Folkestone. 60 minutes away: Lewes. Which […]
Category: London
What Is Special About The City Of London?
It has been a centre for settlement, trade, commerce and ceremony since the Roman period, producing a unique historic environment of exceptional richness and significance. One of the reasons the Square Mile is unique, is the number of people who live, work and visit. Why is the City of London so special? London is home […]
What Can I Do In London After 6Pm?
15 Fun Things to Do in London at Night Museum Lates. View from the Shard. Theatreland. Dine out. See a film. Ceremony of keys. Night cruise. The Late Debate. What can I do after 6 pm in London? Late-night London culture Catch a show at the Royal Opera House: Watch some of the world’s finest […]
Can I Layover In London Without Passport?
If you are a citizen of the UK or Republic of Ireland who was born in that country you do not need a passport to travel between the two countries but you do require some form of photographic identification, such as a driving licence. All other travellers require a valid passport to travel between the […]
What Cities Can You Get To From London By Train?
European Cities You Can Visit from London by Train Paris via Eurostar. Lille via Eurostar. Brussels via Eurostar. Bruges via Eurostar. Amsterdam via Eurostar. Lyon via Eurostar. Nantes via Eurostar and TGV trainline. Rotterdam. Where is 2 hours by train from London? Norwich is a wonderful medieval city located in Norfolk, England. It’s situated around […]
What Time Is Peak Travel In London?
Peak fares – Monday to Friday (not on public holidays) between 06:30 and 09:30, and between 16:00 and 19:00. Off-peak fares – at all other times and if you travel from a station outside Zone 1 to a station in Zone 1 between 16:00 and 19:00, Monday to Friday. What times are peak travel times? […]
Are London Museums Free For Tourists?
One of the best things about visiting London is that many of its world-class museums and galleries are free for everyone to visit. Why are museums free in London? The government provided direct funding through the DCMS (and in some cases the Department of Education) to compensate the museums for lack of income due to […]
What Can I Do With A Couple Of Hours In London?
the best spots for a quick visit in London The Victoria & Albert Museum. Like so many of life’s true luxuries, a visit to The V&A is free, and you could spend days here if you were inclined to see everything on display. The Tate Modern. The Sky Garden. Leadenhall Market. The London Eye. High […]
How Do You Get Around London After Midnight?
The Night Tube and Night Overground are definitely more attractive options that provide safe and fast journeys. They also come in handy for travellers who are catching outgoing flights or long distance trains early in the morning, as well as those arriving in London past midnight. How do I travel to London after midnight? Several […]
What Is The Quietest Place In London?
10 Beautiful And Quiet Places In The City Of London Middle Temple and Temple Church. Church. Gough Square. Church, Museum. St Dunstan in the East. Park. The Guildhall. Building. St Bartholomew’s Hospital Museum and Church. Building, Church, Museum. St Bartholomew the Great. Barbican Cinema Café and Conservatory. Bishopsgate Library. How can I find peace in […]