Day 1 – Take in the main sites Begin your day by getting the tube to Westminster Station and crossing the river for the best view of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Then take a trip on London’s number one tourist attraction the London Eye. Afterwards cross back over the river and take a…
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Hidden Gems: Discover the best things to do near Kings Cross
If there was a prize for the most dramatically regenerated area of London, then Kings Cross would win hands down. Back in the 1990s it was a smoggy, clogged artery of the UK’s train network, famously miserable and full of the seedier side of life. Twenty years and millions of pounds later and the dual…
Where to spend your London New Year’s Eve
London is an epic place to spend your New Year’s Eve…. And New Year’s Day 😉 Yes sure London can be an expensive city but if you have a little local knowledge it’s totally possible to have an affordable New Year’s Eve! We’re here to help with that… Fireworks The main event! (Thames riverside –…
Cool Things to Do in Camden Away from the Tourist Traps
Even though its heydays of the 1960s and 1990s have been and gone, Camden still has so much to offer, whether it’s to long-time Londoners or wet behind the ears visitors. Brush shoulders with leathery punks, gloomy goths and patchouli-oiled hippies on your way to some of these excellent Frugl favourites. Don’t be fooled by…
Hostel of the Week: MEININGER London, Hyde Park
This hostel really takes the biscuit with its 8.2 fabulous rating from over 2,000 reviews and a royal seal of approval from THE QUEEN herself! The hostel just happens to be in Baden-Powell House, named after the founder of the scout movement and our Queen Elizabeth II is in fact the patron of British Scouts,…
Exploring a new city: 12 hours in London (featuring Jack the pumpkin!)
When you land in a brand new city for the first time, it’s thrilling yes, but also a bit daunting! I mean where do you even start? Our mate Jack popped over to London for Halloween because he heard it’s a diverse city and a popular pumpkin hang out at this time of year. It…
Have You Uncovered All of Peckham’s Secrets?
If this is your first time in London you would be absolutely right to want to play national monument bingo and tick off Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and St. Paul’s. But you should also make sure you head to where the pulse of the city beats newest and quickest: Peckham. If you’d told any Londoner…
London’s hidden gems: The city through the eyes of a local
Recently Danielle and Colin, two members of the Hostelworld social media and content team took to the streets in search of London’s hidden gems, armed with only a taxi, a camera, and their knowledge of the city they have called home for a combined 6 years. Their goal was to create a guide to some…
8 London Carnival After-Parties For Under a Fiver
Notting Hill Carnival may be the biggest street party in Europe, but if you’re not feeling the stormy vibes this year (or are simply over the queuing, crowds and £20 toilet fees), and don’t have the dollar for a swanky after party, head East and take shelter at these Bank Holiday fiestas… 1. Versace Vibes…
Best Tea Shops in London for a Cheap Afternoon Tea
Everyone knows that Brits love a cup of tea (or a “cuppa” as it’s called in the UK), but when you land in London Town, where can you go to experience the very best tea in the capital? We’ve gathered together some of the best tea shops in London so you know exactly where to go…
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