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Are you visiting London for the first time and would like to tour the city? Are you wondering where to start exploring the beautiful city? London has many fun activities, whether alone, with your significant other, or with children. You can visit many breathtaking buildings, streets, museums, and parks and admire the items on display or nature. Continue reading to find out the ten fun things to do in London.

1.    Visit the Tower bridge and gaze at its splendor

This is one of the most famous landmarks in London. It was built towards the end of the 19^th century over the River Thames. You can gaze at it and take in its beauty and architectural greatness or walk over the glass walkway over the bridge to catch some fantastic river views. There are also numerous tours that you can take including private excursions, cruises and walking tours. All tours will help you learn the bridge’s history and see incredible river views.

2.    Visit Leicester Square

At Leicester square, you can watch cinemas and movie premiers or just rest after hours of walking around London. It is a beautiful street with many cinemas which have the largest screens in the city. There are also various restaurants on the streets that you can sample. There is a garden in the middle of the square where people rest and the square is the venue for the Chinese New Year celebrations.

3.    Tour Camden town

This is a lovely Town to visit whenever you are in London. It has various exciting activities happening all the time. These include street performers, exhibitions, shops, and eccentric pubs and restaurants. The food stalls in the town are also worth checking out. The stall traders offer international cuisine, exceptional artwork, and trinkets. You can also walk to King’s Cross or Camden Lock next to the water and relax your mind.

4.    Get a birds-eye view of London from the London Eye

Take a ride on London’s biggest Ferris wheel and see the city from a high point. The ride can take about 30 minutes. Getting a ticket can be a bit hectic due to the long queue, but you can pay about nine pounds more and get a fast-line-ticket that doesn’t require much waiting. You can spice up your visit to the London Eye by popping into the nearby London Aquarium to view sea creatures from different parts of the world, such as crocodiles and Jellyfish.

5.    Go to the majestic Buckingham Palace

You can’t say you have been to London if you haven’t visited Buckingham Palace, where the British Royal Family has lived since 1837. It contains 775 rooms and has the biggest private garden in the city. Part of the palace is also accessible to the public, so you can see a glimpse of the royal way of life. Outside the palace, you will watch the guards taking over from the guards on duty during changing guard time.

6.    Have dinner at The  Shard

The Shard is the tallest building in the city, offering some of the best views. When up there, you can have a 360-degree view of London. You will experience the thrill of a fast elevator and see attractions like The Thames, St. Paul, Tower of London and London Eye. While there, you can eat at one of the six restaurants in the building. Take your camera with you and capture fantastic city photos day and night.

7.    Visit the Warners Bros Studio and see the setting of the Harry Potter Series

If you are a Harry Potter fan, don’t leave London before taking a Harry Potter Studio Tour. The studio is in Watford, a 7 hours drive from London. You can see costumes, props, and the set at the studio. You can also go into the Gryffindor common room and walk through the Diagon Alley.

8.    Get on a bus tour and view multiple attractions within a short time

If you don’t have too much time to spend touring the city on foot, you can hop on a hop-on-hop-off bus and tour the town within a few hours. During the trip, you will see all the famous attractions in London, such as Piccadilly Circus, the Tower of London, the London Eye, and Buckingham Palace..

9.    Dine on a bus

You can enjoy six mouth-watering courses while touring the beautiful city on a bus. The bus can accommodate 38 people. Hence, you can have fun with friends, a lover or meet new people on tour and interact with them.

10.  Visit the Hampstead Heath Park

Get away from all the hustle and bustle of the city by visiting this serene park in London. It covers an ample space of about 700 acres, and it’s located in a hilly part of London. So, you can look down at the city from the park, surrounded by greenery and wildlife. You can also swim in the pool at the park.

Final thoughts

The good thing about visiting London is that you don’t have to spend money to have fun since there are many activities you can do for free. These include visiting museums, parks, and art galleries. You can even go to famous streets like Baker Street, where the famous fictitious detective Sherlock Holmes lived. If you want to do shopping, there is the Oxford Street with its many designer shops. So, pick the places you would like to visit depending on your schedule or budget and let your eyes feast on the beautiful sights in and around London.…

“Why visit Wales?” is what I thought when my business partner suggested it after being told good things by our removals guy. I had heard it was cold and wet and full of Welsh. I discovered these things to be largely the case. The Welsh were very friendly and accommodating so no issues there but next time I leave England’s green and pleasant land I’ll be heading somewhere warm and sunny (unless of course those delightful specimens at the WEF ban all travel unless you’re injected up to the eyeballs with tans-humanist nonsense, but I digress.

After crossing the River Severn we stopped at a little quaint town called Crickhowell. Upon seeing this pub sign I thought “that’s the kind of thing I like” so we went in. I had the duck salad and my business partner dived headfirst into the Welsh experience with some faggots.

Pit stop over we headed deeper into the unknown…

There was some beautiful scenery as made our way up through Wales to our Air B&B at Bronant Farm, Bontnewydd, Caernarfon. The Air B&B was lovely though Bontnewydd, not so much. I don’t know what is but everywhere seemed to have awful-looking council houses build next to quaint old stone buildings. They literally had something nice to copy but no, they knocked up crappy 1950’s council housing. This was even the case at the otherwise picturesque village of Beddgelert to which we got the impressive steam train with Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways from Porthmadog. We’d watched a documentary on the rebuilding of a Pullman carriage and this train had one which my business partner was keen to sit in. £140 pounds later and there we were for 2 hours steeped in historical steam-powered glory.

After what can only be described as a piss-poor lunch at the Prince Llewelyn Hotel we headed back down to Porthmadog. If I had thought that little trip had sated my friend’s lust for heading up into the hills I was alas mistaken as on next day’s to-do-list was a hike up Snowdon 😭.

There were some impressive views, and I shouldn’t complain too much as we got the train two thirds of the way up (the last section not being open due to covid or some reason 🙄). The walk to the peak was an absolute killer and not helped by the fact it was obscured by freezing fog.

I’ve come to the conclusion walking downhill is better than up (though it was more of a scramble in places) and that there is nothing like getting back to relative civilisation having been out in nature.

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England is a popular tourist destination, with its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and thriving cities. Whether you are looking for a relaxing seaside getaway or an action-packed adventure, there are many top locations worth visiting in England. Here are just 10 of the best places to explore on your next trip to this iconic country.

1. The Lake District National Park is perhaps England’s most famous natural attraction. With rugged mountains, peaceful lakes, and ancient forests, it offers the perfect blend of stunning scenery and outdoor adventure. Whether you want to hike through the wilderness or cruise across one of the area’s many lakes, you are sure to find plenty of activities to keep you entertained during your visit.

2. London is one of the world’s most iconic cities, with its bustling streets, world-class museums and attractions, and fascinating history. Whether you want to visit historical sites like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, catch a show on the West End, or shop ’til you drop at one of the city’s many shopping districts, you will be sure to find something exciting to do in London.

3. Glastonbury is a small town in southwest England that is best known for its music festival. Each year, thousands of music fans flock to this picturesque town to take part in the iconic event, which features an eclectic mix of performers from all over the world. In addition to the festival itself, there are plenty of activities available year-round in Glastonbury, from hiking in the local countryside to soaking up the town’s vibrant cultural scene.

4. Bath is a beautiful city known for its Roman-era baths, elegant Georgian architecture and thriving arts scene. Whether you want to explore the many museums and art galleries or simply wander through the charming streets and enjoy some of England’s finest shopping and dining, there is something for everyone in Bath.

5. Brighton is a popular seaside resort town located on England’s southern coast. With miles of sandy beaches, a lively nightlife scene, and plenty of activities both on land and sea, there are endless opportunities for fun during your visit to this dynamic coastal city.

6. Oxford is one of England’s most prestigious university cities, home to the prestigious University of Oxford. With its centuries-old architecture and lively cultural scene, there is plenty to explore in this historic city. Whether you want to visit world-class museums like the Ashmolean Museum or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through one of Oxford’s many charming streets and squares, there are endless things to discover during your time here.

7. The Cotswolds is a picturesque region of England known for its rolling hills, beautiful countryside landscapes, and charming villages. With quaint pubs, antique shops and cozy bed and breakfasts all dotting the area’s quaint country roads, there are countless opportunities for exploration during your visit to this iconic English region.

8. York is a historic city in northern England that is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and fascinating history. From exploring the towering York Minster cathedral to taking a walking tour of the city’s many ancient streets, there are endless things to see and do during your time in this charming English town.

9. Stratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare, one of England’s most famous playwrights. With museums dedicated to his work and a number of festivals taking place each year in his honor, there are endless opportunities to explore this vibrant cultural hub during your visit here.

10. The Yorkshire Dales is an incredibly scenic region known for its vast green meadows, towering cliffs and dramatic lakes. Whether you want to hike through the countryside, go mountain biking in the rolling hills, or simply relax and take in the stunning scenery, you are sure to find plenty of activities to enjoy during your time here. So if you’re looking for some adventure in England, be sure to add these top 10 locations worth visiting to your travel itinerary!

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