London is a gorgeous historic city with a modern flare. It is the capital of England and the United Kingdom and is a leading global city. London is packed with museums, parks, galleries, and well-preserved history. London in fact is home to four UNESCO world heritage sites. For the lover of history, London is an exceptional city.London is also a thriving world center of the arts. The city boasts some of the greatest leading innovations in theatre, music, writing, and design. Another distinguished feature of London is the diversity. While English is most prevalent, there are over 300 languages spoken in the city. The diversity of London can also be found in the uniqueness of the different areas of the city. While the center of the city is known to be a bustling center filled with museums and shopping districts, other areas such as Greenwich and the Thames Riverside are noted for their serene picturesque beauty. The wonderful diversity of London makes it an excellent city to visit, as it nicely fits the needs of every traveler.One of London’s most popular destinations is the Tate Modern, a gallery located south of the Millennium Bridge. The building’s exterior is an impossible to miss industrial brick design. On the inside you will find several exhibits of world-renowned modern and contemporary art as well as the national collection of British art from 1500 to the present day. Shakespeare’s Globe is a classic Shakespearean theatre in London. The theatre is in a shape of a wooden O, and has no roof in the center of the theatre. Shakespeare’s Globe runs plays from April to October. For any lover of Shakespeare and theatre, it is a necessary destination.

London is a city incredibly rich with history and sightseeing. Below we have listed a few of our favorite destinations. Westminster Abbey is a large Gothic church in Westminster, London. The church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has an impressive history. With a small exception, every Monarch since William the Conqueror has been crowned at Westminster Abbey. The church is also home to the graves and memorials of many Monarchs and famous scholars throughout history. Buckingham Palace has been the official palace of the British monarch since 1837. Currently it is the home of Queen Elizabeth II. Nineteen State Rooms within the palace are open to visitors on the days Her Royal Highness takes her holidays. Also to note, from May to July, at 11:30 each morning is the famous changing of the guard.

The cuisine of London is wonderfully diverse like the rest of the city. With influences from Eastern Europe, Continental Europe, India and the Americas, there is food in London for everybody. Le Gavroche is a classical French restaurant with a modern twist. As the first restaurant in the UK to earn three Michelin stars, Le Gavroche has an exceptional reputation. The highly esteemed food is matched with an elegant atmosphere and highly professional staff. Le Gavroche will not disappoint. For something more casual and off the beaten path, we recommend The Rooftop Cafe at The Exchange. The menu features seasonal and local dishes with a rotating menu. They also have an impressive wine list featuring local specialties. The Rooftop Cafe has one of the greatest views of the city of London, and is a great restaurant to go to for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.

The London Underground, also known as the Tube, is the metro system of Greater London that serves 270 stations. If you plan to travel often by public transportation, we recommend investing in an Oyster Card, which will give you access to most forms of public transport in London. The best months of the year that we recommend to visit London are May and September. You will most likely experience very pleasant weather at these times of year without the overwhelming crowds of the summer.