![37 Best Hidden Gems in London [with map of locations]](https://uktravelplanning.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/hidden-gems-in-London-768x384.jpg)
When you visit London for the first time, it might be all about ticking off the big London landmarks. The River Thames, Westminster, Big Ben, St Paul’s, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square… the list goes on. And on. But on a repeat visit – or if you simply like to see the…
Visit London in fall and you’ll experience a truly magical time of the year. As the nights draw in and temperatures start to drop, the UK capital is all aglow with Halloween celebrations, bonfires and shades of orange ranging from amber to tangerine. Add to that the falling leaves contrasting against lush green in the…
✨ Searching for the best Christmas things to do in London? Discover the best Christmas activities including things to do on Christmas Day in London and things to do on Boxing Day in London plus answers to FAQs. If you’ll be in London during the second half of November, December or early January, then you’re…
Families come in all shapes and sizes – and thankfully, so do the best family hotels in London! If you travel as a family of 5, 6, 7 or even 10, how do you find the finest London hotels for families of 5 or more? We can confirm that this question comes up far more…
Buckingham Palace has announced the official date of the coronation of Charles III for 6th May 2023. This is the first coronation in over 70 years since our late Queen Elizabeth II was crowned in 1953 following her father King George VI’s death. The coronation will follow the protocols of history (and it stretches back…
![Where to Find the Best Christmas Lights in London [2025]](https://uktravelplanning.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/London-Christmas-lights-2-768x384.jpg)
Winter is a magical time to visit the UK capital, and no more so than when the best Christmas lights in London are in full swing! The whole city is lit up like one big festive party, and it’s an awesome sight to witness during late November or December. Whether you’re planning a Christmas shopping…
![Best tours in London [2025 + beyond]](https://uktravelplanning.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/London-Tower-Bridge-and-boat-768x384.jpg)
Taking a guided tour is one of the simplest ways to make the most of your short time in London – and however long you have, it will never be enough! Booking an organised tour means you can sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the city. With all the planning, wayfinding and…
Visiting London during the festive season? Discover the best Christmas tours in London for 2025 including lights, markets, day trips, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & more. From an open-top bus “Christmas lights in London” experience to a day trip to Europe, there are so many things to do when you’re based in London during the…
If you’re going to be spending time in London, then you need to taste and smell London as well as seeing the sights, hearing the sounds and touching the historic buildings. The UK has, in the past, had a reputation for poor food, but things have moved on so far since the many choices were…
👑 Discover an exclusive Tower of London Guided Tour which includes both VIP access to the Jewel House & the experience of witnessing the opening ceremony with a small group & accompanied by an expert tour guide. This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclaimer here for more information. One of the most famous…