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- London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom

- The country has a population of about 8.136 million

- The primary language of London is English

- The currency is the pound. It converts 1-1.21 to the US dollar

- Traditional London dishes are fish and chips, tea and scones, English breakfast, and roast beef to name a few.

- London is home to Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, Tower Bridge, London Eye and many other landmarks.

- The weather in London can be rainy and a bit gloomy at times.

- Peak season is May through July. Flight and stay can be cheaper if you go in the winter and spring months.

- London is notorious for being one of the most expensive places in the world to visit.

Fun Fact: London is the 6th largest French city in the world

Meals

Honest Burger

Honest Burger is honestly one of the best burgers I've ever had 🤤! Well seasoned and cooked to perfection! The buffalo chicken sandwich was also really good but it was only on the menu for a limited time.

 Wagamana

This Ramen spot is worthy of a try. The calamari is a must for your appetizer! I enjoyed the spicy chicken Ramen and let me tell you, they lived up to the spice 🌶.

Nandos

Nandos is a South African restaurant chain that specializes in peri-peri style chicken dishes.

I went with hot wings and tried the mango wings. Both were good. I also tried the grilled halloumi cheese which everyone swears by. It was good just too salty for me.

The Parlour at Fortnum and Mason

You can't go to London without having a tea date! The Parlour at Fortnum and Mason is just the right place. The Parlour is well known for its ice cream selection and decadent deserts. They also have artisan coffee, hot chocolate, and sandwiches. I kept it traditional with tea and scones.

Rosa's Thai Cafe

The pad Thai and Thai iced tea were yummy. Rosa's Thai Cafe is a great place to grab a quick bite if you're in the Soho area.

Memories

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the monarch of the United Kingdom. Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms. These include 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices and 78 bathrooms. In measurements, the building is 108 meters long across the front, 120 meters deep (including the central quadrangle) and 24 meters high.

London Bridge/Tower Bridge

The pictures you see when you envision the London bridge is actually the Tower Bridge. The Tower Bridge is one of London's most famous bridges crossing over the River Thames. Great photo opportunity here.

 London Eye

The London Eye is the tallest observation wheel in Europe. It's one of the most popular paid attractions. One rotation on the London Eye will take around 30 minutes.

 Big Ben

The parliament's iconic clock tower, best known as Big Ben, is one of the biggest landmarks and must-see attractions in London. Unfortunately, Big Ben will be under construction until 2021.

Iconic London Phone Booth

You can find a London Phone Booth in most tourist areas. If you want to get a really unique phone booth pic, you can check out the installation in Kingston with the domino effect phone booths.

Harrods

Harrods is a famous department store for luxury retail. It reels in thousands of tourists a day.

Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is the largest and most popular squares in London. Many refer to it as the heart of the city.

Piccadilly Circus

Piccadilly Circus is another landmark square in London. This area reminds me a lot of Times Square in NYC with the neon signs making for a vibrant colorful back drop.

Kingston upon Thames Riverside Walk

Talk about stunning riverside views! Kingston upon Thames Riverside Walk is an ideal place to take a stroll. The pier is lined with restaurants and outdoor seating. A nice place for a family outing or romantic dinner date.

 M&M's World

M&M's World is the ultimate M&M's experience! You can choose from a variety of flavors and colors and even buy M&M's branded merchandise.

 *Free admission

Saatchi Gallery

Saatchi Gallery is a contemporary art museum. There were cool installations and abstract art here.

 *Free admission

The Fine Art Society

The Fine Art Society art dealership has been buying and selling art, prints, drawings, paintings, and sculptures since the 19th century. They've incorporated many major British artist and designers over the last century.

*Free admission

Tate Modern

Is the home to an international collection of modern and contemporary art. It is considered one of the world's most iconic art galleries.

 *Free with the exception of certain exhibits

The Victoria and Albert Museum

The Victoria and Albert Museum is the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design. It houses a permanent collection of over 2.3 million objects that span over 5,000 years.

 *Free admission

Science Museum

The Science Museum has exhibitions, iconic objects, and stories of incredible scientific achievement. It’s an awesome way to interact and experience science firsthand.

*Free admission—donations welcome

Street Art

This style of art happens to be my favorite. Great locations you can go to and check them out our Brick Lane, Shoreditch, and Camden. I went on a hunt for Banksy and was able to find 2! He happens to be my favorite street artist.