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London Recommendations
Posted on 11/12/22 at 10:42 am
Posted on 11/12/22 at 10:42 am
Heading back for the first time in 10 years, doing it in late March/early April and going for 7 days. The fiancee has never been before so I am ok seeing a few things again.
Currently booked a day tour to Stonehenge, Bath, and Windsor. I've purchased tickets already for London Eye (beat the line pass) and I have my Oyster Pass for public transport. We will also be doing a Jack the Ripper tour because why not.
I know Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge, etc will have to be done again since she has never seen. Anything else locally worth recommending?
As far as food we are simple, we will probably do one really nice dinner but overall just hop into whatever pub or restaurant we find along our way or near our hotel
I am staying near Hyde Park in the Notting Hill area if that helps.
Currently booked a day tour to Stonehenge, Bath, and Windsor. I've purchased tickets already for London Eye (beat the line pass) and I have my Oyster Pass for public transport. We will also be doing a Jack the Ripper tour because why not.
I know Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge, etc will have to be done again since she has never seen. Anything else locally worth recommending?
As far as food we are simple, we will probably do one really nice dinner but overall just hop into whatever pub or restaurant we find along our way or near our hotel
I am staying near Hyde Park in the Notting Hill area if that helps.
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Posted on 11/12/22 at 11:25 am to Errant_Knight
Tower of London
Grab a drink or dinner at one of the many restaurants in the Shard
Grab a drink or dinner at one of the many restaurants in the Shard
Posted on 11/12/22 at 2:05 pm to Errant_Knight
Imperial War Museum
Near the Tower get a drink at the Hung, Drawn and Quartered Pub.
Near the Tower get a drink at the Hung, Drawn and Quartered Pub.
Posted on 11/12/22 at 3:37 pm to Errant_Knight
Tower of London is very cool.
I’d highly recommend a Soho food tour. Was great to hear the history of the area from hunting grounds to industrial area to red light district to current area. Food is really good too. Can’t recommend enough as it’s one of my favorite experiences in London.
I’d highly recommend a Soho food tour. Was great to hear the history of the area from hunting grounds to industrial area to red light district to current area. Food is really good too. Can’t recommend enough as it’s one of my favorite experiences in London.
Posted on 11/12/22 at 6:34 pm to Errant_Knight
We enjoyed the Gaslight walking tour. We did not enjoy the pub walking tour. That may have been the guide’s issue. May try it again. The Kings Arms pub in Mayfair is really good. Evensong in St. Paul’s or Westminster Abbey is good. River taxi to or from the Tower. The Secret Cottage tour is a good day trip to the Cotswolds.
Posted on 11/12/22 at 6:59 pm to Errant_Knight
Food: Churchill Arms (pub, but great Thai in back); Dishoom; I always like grabbing lunch at Borough Market. I really liked tea at Fortnum’s. Not too pretentious but still nice.
Activities: Recently did a Westminster tour. You actually get to walk in the Lords and Commons chambers/lobbies. Really cool. Churchill War Rooms. See a show in the West End if that’s your thing.
You don’t have to Oyster any more. Just use Apple Pay or tap to pay credit card.
Activities: Recently did a Westminster tour. You actually get to walk in the Lords and Commons chambers/lobbies. Really cool. Churchill War Rooms. See a show in the West End if that’s your thing.
You don’t have to Oyster any more. Just use Apple Pay or tap to pay credit card.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:25 am to Errant_Knight
Kahani was a fantastic Indian food experience
This post was edited on 11/15/22 at 8:48 am
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:35 am to jmarto1
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J. Sheekey was a fantastic Indian food experience
I didn’t think J Sheekey was Indian food
Posted on 11/13/22 at 1:22 pm to WhoDatBammer
Good to know about the pass, thank you
Posted on 11/13/22 at 9:19 pm to Errant_Knight
Observation deck in the Shard and eat in the Borough Market (Charles Dickens used to go there)
London Tower and British Museum, too
London Tower and British Museum, too
Posted on 11/14/22 at 4:44 pm to GreenRockTiger
Borough Market for lunch
You don't need an Oyster Card - just use touchless or apple pay for all of the underground and busses.
Churchill War Rooms
Wallace Collection - nice artwork and one of the greatest collections of armor you will ever see
Take the Uber Boat from London to Greenwich and back. Book using the Uber app (cheaper than buying tickets at the dock)
You don't need an Oyster Card - just use touchless or apple pay for all of the underground and busses.
Churchill War Rooms
Wallace Collection - nice artwork and one of the greatest collections of armor you will ever see
Take the Uber Boat from London to Greenwich and back. Book using the Uber app (cheaper than buying tickets at the dock)
Posted on 11/14/22 at 7:18 pm to Errant_Knight
The American Bar at the Savoy Hotel is a very historic place and makes a helluva Old Fashion. Highly recommend a drink there.
Posted on 11/15/22 at 6:47 am to MAROON
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Take the Uber Boat from London to Greenwich and back. Book using the Uber app (cheaper than buying tickets at the dock)
Heaps for breakfast in Greenwich. The maritime museum down there has some interesting stuff, but can be walked through pretty quick.
Last time I was there I walked up through the park to the observatory. It was a nice break in the trip.
Posted on 11/15/22 at 8:47 am to jkylejohnson
I completely typed the wrong restaurant but did have the tikki masala and Sheekey. I meant Kahani and will make the edit
This post was edited on 11/15/22 at 8:57 am
Posted on 11/15/22 at 10:17 am to jmarto1
No worries was just trying to confirm for myself really. Going to London first time in a few weeks and have prob done more restaurant researching than anything. 
Posted on 11/15/22 at 12:04 pm to Errant_Knight
quote:You can't use your Oyster Card for her, only for yourself.
I have my Oyster Pass for public transport
So, you'll either need to get a second Oyster Card for her or you can just use a Credit Card with a Chip in it.
Also, I second visiting the Greenwich Maritime Museum and Royal Observatory, there's a couple of different ways to get there but it's worth the travel.
The Tate's collection of JMW Turner's work is astounding. Tate Gallery London Link
They are closing that portion of the Tate from 28 Nov to March of 2023. I would postpone a trip until they reopen (personally).
Invariably, the female eye candy at the Tate is at least worth the price of admission*.
Was there last month.
*It's free, but the right spaces in London attract some prime talent.
Have a great time, I love London.
Posted on 11/15/22 at 12:53 pm to soccerfüt
If you like Martinis then go to Dukes Hotel bar. The best Martinis in the world. Get there right when they open at 3:00 for a chance to get in. It’s a small room and reservations are pretty packed
Posted on 11/15/22 at 2:22 pm to jkylejohnson
Fantastic restaurants in London. Had trip in September derailed by Ian but heading back in February. What’s on your list?
Posted on 11/15/22 at 3:26 pm to MAROON
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If you like Martinis then go to Dukes Hotel bar. The best Martinis in the world. Get there right when they open at 3:00 for a chance to get in. It’s a small room and reservations are pretty packed
Best rec yet. Id add its where Ian Fleming was a regular and all the drinks are Bond inspired. The vesper is the best martini you will ever have.
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