There is enough to do in London for an entire lifetime and any tourist is in for a cultural banquet. Although regarded as one of the priciest places in the world, there are plenty of activities on offer for free. Some of Britain’s most popular art galleries are in London and the majority are free; these galleries offer a diverse range of art from priceless classics to contemporary installations. If you’re concerned about fitting everything into one weekend, don’t worry as most public art galleries have late opening hours.
There are so many sights to see while exploring London such as the tradition of the changing of the guard at 11.30am every day. The vast Royal parks provide a green oasis in the bustle of London with Regent’s Park and St James’ Park being amongst the most popular.
No visit to London would be complete without seeing Trafalgar Square, a popular tourist attraction which is also the main focus for many political demonstrations. Each Christmas, Norway donates a huge tree to thank Britain for liberation from the Nazis.
The city is well known for street markets spotted around with plenty on offer, some of the most popular are Camden Market, Portobello Market and Greenwich Market. Each afternoon in Covent Garden Market, licensed street performers entertain the crowds with a variety of acts.
Westminster abbey is one of the most spectacular holy attractions London has to offer; it is free to worshipers but relies on admission fees from visitors to cover running costs. Each day at 5pm the Abbey choir sing the evensong which is a huge attraction.
Some of the finest restaurants in the world are on offer in London and these include French double Michelin star winning ‘L’Atelier de Jol Robucho’ or the more reasonably priced ‘Rhodes Twenty Four’, the flagship contemporary British restaurant of famous chef Gary Rhodes located on the 24th floor of tower 42.
If you are looking for a weekend break in London, then why not stay at Astor Court Hotel for a great value Central London hotel.
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