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Westminster Local Attractions and Info
This section has some great local information to help you make the most out of your stay. The sections below include:
Local attractions
There are too many to mention but The Tate Britain, one of the UK's grandest art galleries and museums is less than ten minutes walk (650 metres) away, and situated on the banks of the River Thames. Map attached.
The Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey is also just a ten minute (1,400 metres) picturesque walk away.
The beautiful St James' Park, stately Buckingham Palace, the iconic London Eye; and Southbank are all just 12-15 minutes (1.6 km) walk away.
For a rich selection of excellent restaurants please visit 'Top Table' as there are simply too many wonderful places to eat to detail here. http://www.toptable.com/
A local gem:
However, if you fancy a fascinating glimpse of London history, try the Regency café, which is an only meter from your front door. It's on the Corner of Regency and Page Street, so check it out. This is a traditional English Greasy Spoon serving Full English Breakfasts and cups of tea all day to the locals. It is steeped in history and has appeared in numerous films.
And more
Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Soho, The British Museum, the Science Museum and The West End are all within a short tube journey or a leisurely walk away.
We recommend using a 'London A-Z' map on your stay. And check out our website for more travel ideas and tips - view
Websites to help you with your stay
There are hundreds of great websites that will help you get maximum enjoyment and use out of your apartment, travel and London itself, here are just a few:
Getting around
Transport for London - Journey Planner:
A great website which helps you with all forms of transport within London. Includes taxis, trains, airport transport, local busses, pricings and tickets. This is an essential website for making your travel easy!www.journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk/
Transport for London - Airport transport
Essential information for how to get to and from the airports, including prices. http://www.tfl.gov.uk/gettingaround/2558.aspx
Google Maps
This is an essential tool for finding your way around London. Enter your area code and away you go! http://www.maps.google.co.uk/
Entertainment
Time out - London
Want things to do and see? Time out is a comprehensive website listing all the great things to do in London (generally) and the upcoming diary of events - and more! Also includes restaurant reviews. www.timeout.com/london/
Going out - Pubs, Bars and clubs
This website provides a comprehensive list of all the bars, pubs and clubs that London offers including user reviews and photos. www.viewlondon.co.uk/
Restaurants and eateries
This website provides a comprehensive list of restaurants and eateries in London. Search by area, price or style. Read user reviews and ratings. www.london-eating.co.uk/
Theatre, tours and cinema:
Theatre
London is famous for the dozens of plays and musicals it stages at any one time. This
Website provides comprehensive listing, reviews and ticket sales information. http://www.officiallondontheatre.co.uk/
Cinemas and movie listings
London is one of the greatest cities for movies and cinemas. This is a comprehensive guide to London cinemas - film listings and times for all cinemas in Greater London www.viewlondon.co.uk/cinemas.aspx
Walking tours
London is awash with history, mystery architectural wonders and more. Take a (often very cheap) guided tour and see it all! http://www.londonwalks.com/
General
BBC weather:
Track the weather in London and UK. www.bbc.co.uk/london/weather
BBC News - London
Latest London news and events from BBC. Includes TV listings and sport. www.bbc.co.uk/london