Top 10 reasons to visit London

You’re planning a weekend away with yourThe Thames
partner. You want somewhere with greatThe most famous river in the UK offers a host
shopping, he wants somewhere with beautifulof attractions. Take a boat along the Thames or
architecture, he wants somewhere with greatwalk along its banks and stop off at one of the
nightlife while you want somewhere with amazingpubs and bars along the way. Or, if you have a
restaurants. So what do you do? Go yourhead for heights, take a ride on the London Eye
separate ways and catch up after the weekend?and see the city in all its glory.
Or go to the city that has it all, London.Star Spotting
England’s capital city is a wash with luxuryIf you’re the type of person who gets
hotels and while London really does have a millionexcited when you spot someone off the TV on
reasons to visit here are the top ten.the street, London is the place for you. With so
Eating outmany celebs choosing to live in the capital you are
Whatever your tastes you will find the perfectsure to spot someone famous.
restaurant in London. Highlights include the superMusic
classy Hakkasan serving Chinese cuisine, the ultraLondon has some of the best music venues in
trendy restaurant The Ivy and the chic sushithe country. From the huge stadiums such as
restaurant Nobu but with so much varietyWembley to the quirky pubs and smaller venues
you’re sure to find something to suit.like Koko in Camden, if it’s a gig you’re
Theatrelooking for you’re spoilt for choice.
London’s West End is world famous and aArchitecture
trip to London is not complete without a visit toFrom St Paul’s cathedral to the Houses of
the theatre. Whether it’s a fun and rowdyParliament to the Royal Albert Hall London is host
night out you’re after or an evening ofto some of the UK’s most beautiful buildings.
culture there are shows to suit everyone.Nightlife
HistoryLondon’s nightlife is second to none. From the
London is steeped in history and there areglitz of the West End to Camden, the ultimate in
attractions to prove it. The London Dungeons andretro cool, those seeking a big night out will not
The Jack the Ripper tour are just a couple of thebe disappointed.
attractions on offer.Buckingham Palace
ShoppingOf course, a visit to London is not complete
From Oxford Street and Regent Street to thewithout a trip to Buckingham Palace, the home of
world famous Harrods store London is athe Royals and probably the most popular tourist
shopper’s paradise!attraction in the UK.