tips and advice
Local Bites: the best places to eat and drink in London's West EndNov 10, 2023 • 6 min read
Feast on canteen pies, cheap won ton noodles, afternoon tea, and wagyu steaks
London Travel Stories
budget travelTop tips for visiting London on a budgetSep 8, 2023 • 7 min read
London has a reputation as one of the most expensive cities in Europe, but it's perfectly possible to visit – and see the sights – on a budget.
budget travel12 of the best free things to do in LondonSep 8, 2023 • 7 min read
Travelling on a budget? London is packed to rafters with amazing free experiences that also get you under the skin of the capital.
destination practicalitiesEverything you need to know before you go to LondonSep 7, 2023 • 6 min read
London is a world city with so much to see – here are our top tips for navigating the Big Smoke and doing as the locals do.
destination practicalitiesThe ultimate guide to London's neighborhoodsSep 7, 2023 • 10 min read
There's way more to London than Soho, Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Street. Step beyond the center with our guide to the capital's neighborhoods.
architecture13 things you have to do in LondonSep 6, 2023 • 12 min read
With world-class museums, galleries, theaters and more, there's always plenty to see and do in London. Here are the city's very best experiences.
family travelThe ultimate guide to visiting London with kidsAug 28, 2023 • 8 min read
London is a huge city that can be tiring for tiny travelers. Here's how to make the most of a family visit without running out of steam.
festivals and eventsWhen is the best time to go to London?Aug 28, 2023 • 5 min read
The long days of summer make it a peak season for London visitors but there is plenty to do all the year. Here's how to choose when you should visit.
black travelLiving between two cities has worked wonders for my mental healthAug 11, 2023 • 4 min read
Georgina Lawton explains how splitting her time between London and Lisbon was the right choice for her.
art and cultureA Total Trip: What I spent on a four-day cultural getaway in LondonJul 13, 2023 • 6 min read
I traveled to London to see Paul Mescal on stage. It was the perfect excuse for a long weekend getaway.
public transportHow to get around London: from tubes and trains to bikes and busesJun 19, 2023 • 10 min read
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.
toursThis cabaret-singer tour guide walks you through 2000 years of London’s queer historyMay 25, 2023 • 6 min read
On his walking tours through London, cabaret performer Mark T Cox walks visitors through 2000 years of the city’s queer history.
festivals and eventsTraveling to London for the royal coronation? Here's what you need to knowMay 5, 2023 • 6 min read
A royal coronation only happens once in a generation – or a lifetime. Here’s all you need to know about King Charles III’s big to-do on May 6, 2023.
cycling🌍 Help me LP! How do I rent a bike in London as a visitor?Mar 1, 2023 • 7 min read
If you’re curious about exploring London by bicycle, here are some tips for doing so safely, plus a roundup of the city’s best bike-share programs.
shoppingLondon in 5 shops: the best souvenirs, the coolest thrift finds and moreFeb 1, 2023 • 3 min read
The shopping options in London can be overwhelming. So we’ve narrowed our list to five of the city’s best independent shops.
lgbtqiaThe LGBTIQ+ guide to London, from clubs and festivals to holistic safe spacesDec 12, 2022 • 8 min read
Whether you’re after club nights, holistic spaces, or the latest literature from queer authors, London is an iconic destination for LGBTIQ+ travelers.
shoppingGive it a try: M&M’s London is weird and wonderfulDec 2, 2022 • 3 min read
London writer Caroline O'Donoghue explains why she always takes visitors to the South Bank, the West End and...M&M’s London.
museumsSkip London's Buckingham Palace and visit this eccentric English home insteadOct 22, 2022 • 4 min read
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.
historyWhere to explore royal history in LondonSep 27, 2022 • 11 min read
The very best of Royal London, from Buckingham Palace to Queen Elizabeth II's favorite supermarket.
art and cultureExplore Bangladeshi culture and cuisine along London's Brick LaneSep 22, 2022 • 7 min read
Walk the vibrant streets of East London's Brick Lane and taste the best of Bangladeshi cuisine with Tharik Hussain.
activitiesLondon's 10 best parks: from gorgeous rose gardens to the best wild swimming spotsJul 13, 2022 • 6 min read
With woodlands, heaths, commons and gardens, London is one of the greenest cities in the world. Here are the capital's very best parks.
sportsWimbledon 2022: how to get tickets and travel to tennis' biggest eventJun 22, 2022 • 7 min read
From the order of play to standing in the queue for tickets, here's what you need to know about Wimbledon in 2022.