An Eye On London

London, the capital of the UK, is actually a combination of two cities; The City (or The City of London to give it the full title), and Westminster. The West End is classed as the centre of London and is famous for its many theatres and museums, while the East End is populated, in the main, by the working class and also contains the main industrial sectors.

A visitor to London wouldn't have to worry about finding something to interest them; there are so many things to do in The City that boredom isn't an option. Whether your preference is shopping, art, music, cuisine or history, London literally has something for everyone. In addition, London is very child-friendly with many of the attractions being 'hands-on' and interactive to satisfy childish curiosities. Ranging from petting zoos to the famous Legoland, children of all ages will find something to keep them occupied.


Restaurants and coffee bars are prevalent in the capital. British cuisine is actually a mixture of ethnicities; Italian, Chinese, French, Japanese, German and Indian all contribute to the majority of British diets, along with the traditional British dishes of Toad in the Hole, the Sunday Roast and the Full English Breakfast.

London has a wide variety of nightlife, from the nightclubs featuring world-famous DJs to hundreds of pubs and bars serving real ale � an acquired taste for most visitors! If drinking isn't your thing, one of the 40-odd theatres and opera houses is bound to have a performance you can immerse yourself in.

During the daytime and early evening, there are countless shopping opportunities and no visit to London would be complete without a browse around one of the markets. Prices are, unsurprisingly, high, but bargains can still be found if you're persistent and willing to rummage. Sadly, Kensington market sold its last item in 2001, but Camden � mainly selling fashionable or ethnic clothing and goods � and Portobello Road, good for antiques and collectibles, are still very much in full swing.

Of course, a trip to London doesn't necessarily mean spending your hard-earned cash. There are plenty of open-air concerts, museums, galleries and even a free bus tour to keep you and not your pocket occupied. You could even apply to appear in the audience of a television show and give your two-cents worth on a chat show!

Accommodation prices in London are typically high due to the astronomical overheads the establishments have to pay, but there are reasonably priced guesthouses and smaller hotels provided you don't expect 5-star luxury. During the summer holiday season you can also stay at the Halls of Residence in the University; they're not hotel standard but they're very good value for money and located in the centre of the City.

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