London

Last Updated: Jun. 17, 2009

Tags: cities, england, europe, london

London is one of the most happening, famous and cosmopolitan cities in the world.

Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, the West End, London Eye, Oxford Street, Harrods, Kensington, Hyde Park, the Tower of London is just the surface of what London has to offer while all the pubs, clubs and bars add to the vibe of one of Europe’s most buzzing capital cities.

The city is Contiki’s European base with many of our tours starting and finishing at the Royal National Hotel (official site)

Getting to Central London from London Airports

Great Days Out in London

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  1. With only few exceptions I’ve visited every capital in Europe – and London is my absolute favourite! I’ve been there for one month and it never ever got boring!
    Especially in the summer mild evenings spent in pubs next to the Themse are wonderful! Don’t miss the London Eye and also Madame Tussauds is always worth a visit. If you have time enaugh I highly recommend daytrips. I’ve been to Canterburry, Cambridge, Bath and Stonehenge and especially Cambridge and Stonehenge were absolutely gorgeous!
    It was definitely not my last visit in this adorable city!

    CoriCori posted on Mar. 22, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  2. I loved the British Museum… I could be in that place for HOURS!! And I agree.. it is even better when the price is free. I loved the shopping over there… And the restaurant PingPong near Waterloo station… We also went to a little cafe where they do really nice tarts!

    BreannaBreanna posted on Feb. 23, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  3. How can I possibly tell you about my favorite spot in London when there are so many spots that are my favorite!
    The “eye” is one of them that can’t be missed. The view is breathtaking! It is know by everyone at every Hotel London has to offer so just ask the concierge or front desk. They will be thrilled to share this spectacular site!

    Default_avatarExplorer1123818 posted on Feb. 02, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  4. Just across from one of the Luxury Hotels in London is my favorite place… Westminster Abbey. Talk about a history lesson! Absolutely amazing and BEAUTIFUL!

    Default_avatarExplorer1119500 posted on Jan. 25, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  5. Don’t miss the changing of the guards!
    Before heading back to your London Hotel make sure you hit a local pub (there are pubs after pubs after pubs) for a pint and some fish & Chips! The mushy peas are pretty good too!

    Default_avatarExplorer1122304 posted on Jan. 19, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  6. The British Museum and Natural History Museum in London are really great and you can’t beat the prices… FREE!

    robbyrussellrobbyrussell posted on Feb. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  7. You have GOT to go on the Eye while visiting London- the views are amazing!

    Default_avatarExplorer1086171 posted on Jan. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  8. Catch the double decker bus and grab a ticket to go on the river thames it has a guide on the boat! If your sick of castles go to the london dungeon its well worth it and you’ll leave scared!

    Default_avatarDanielle posted on Jan. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  9. Catching a premiership match between August and May is a must for any football fan – Chelsea, Arsenal, Fulham, West Ham, Tottenham are all within reach of the city. Movie theatres in London’s suburbs are generally half the ticket price of ones in the West End

    Default_avatarDavo posted on Oct. 19, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate
  10. Just off of Covent Garden Market there is a French patisserie called ‘Pauls’ which does really nice tea, any day you go it’ll be busy…very popular with the locals while if you want to be super-posh book yourself in for high tea at the Ritz! One of prince Charles’ favorite hang outs….book well in advance though.

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Oct. 03, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate