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Landmark4.5/5

London Eye

Get ready for a spin on the iconic London Eye! Towering over the city's skyline, this giant Ferris wheel offers breathtaking panoramic views of London's landmarks. With 32 glass capsules, step aboard and hold onto your hats as you enjoy a 30-minute ride above the Thames River. Don't leave London without experiencing this unforgettable thrill!

Landmark4.6/5

Borough Market

Step into the bustling foodie paradise of Borough Market where aromas of freshly baked pastries, exotic spices, and gourmet cheeses fill the air. Sample unique treats from local vendors, savoring every bite. Don't forget to grab a drink at one of the trendy bars before stocking up on artisanal goodies to take home. A feast for all the senses!

Culture4.5/5

Tate Modern

A former power station’s vast Turbine Hall anchors this London art museum, with modern and contemporary works arranged through wide industrial galleries. From the upper floors, the Thames and city spread into view.

Culture4.6/5

Shakespeare's Globe

A thatched roof covers the galleries around this open-air Shakespeare theater, rebuilt in the style of an Elizabethan playhouse. You can watch from the benches or stand in the yard around the stage.

Attraction

Southbank Centre

The Southbank Centre strings concert halls, theaters and galleries along the Thames in a cluster of postwar concrete buildings. Beneath the Queen Elizabeth Hall, skateboarders use the undercroft’s ramps and ledges.

Shop4.6/5

AIRE Ancient Baths London

This London bathhouse pairs hot soaking pools with a cold plunge, under dim lights and low music. In the floating pool, you drift weightless.

Outdoor

The London Eye Millennium Pier

Get ready for an unforgettable ride at The London Eye Millennium Pier! This iconic attraction in London SE1 has it all - breathtaking views of the city's skyline, thrilling 30-minute rotations, and easy access to nearby landmarks like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Don't miss out on this jaw-dropping experience - book your tickets now and see the world from new heights!

Eat$$$$$4.3/5

ROKA Mayfair

This Mayfair Japanese restaurant serves sushi, robata-grilled skewers and black cod in a polished dining room.

Eat$$$4.5/5

Barrafina Dean Street

Spanish tapas restaurant with shrimp and anchovy tostadas.

Eat4.4/5

The Original Ivy, West End

This West End restaurant has a classic setting and serves British and European food. You can sit at the bar for cocktails.

Eat$$$4.8/5

Dishoom Shoreditch

This Indian restaurant sets cushy armchairs around low coffee tables for sharing saucy dishes. Veranda seating includes sofas and high tables, outside the main room.

Eat$$$$4.6/5

The Shed

Restaurant with English wines and a menu spanning fish, pork, duck and tuna. Mushroom éclairs can arrive with a birthday candle.

Eat$$$$$4.5/5

Clos Maggiore

London's French restaurant seats diners beneath a blossom-covered ceiling in its conservatory. Warm light falls around the fireplace and the blossoms overhead.

Eat$$$$4.5/5

The Palomar

London Middle Eastern restaurant where most seats are at the bar, facing the chefs. Share small plates as each dish comes past.

Eat$$$4.8/5

BAO Soho

Taiwanese restaurant with bao buns, dumplings and 40-day-aged beef.

Eat$$$$$4.4/5

Gymkhana

This London Indian restaurant serves tandoori lamb chops, biryani and curries in a polished dining room. A bar counter sits downstairs.

Eat$$$4.6/5

Flat Iron Covent Garden

London steakhouse with flat iron, ribeye and Wagyu on the menu. A miniature knife keychain trades for ice cream after the meal.

Stays

Stay$$$$4.7/5

The Savoy

Originally opened in 1889, the world-famous Savoy Hotel is situated on the banks of the Thames and less than 5 minutes' walk from The British Museum and The Royal Opera House. The hotel was once visited by the likes of Sir Winston Churchill, Frank Sinatra and Katherine Hepburn. Perfectly situated in heart of the exciting city of London, The Savoy is only 5 minutes’ walk from Covent Garden, the hotel is just 20 minutes’ journey by public transport from the ultimate designer shopping destinations of Knightsbridge and Mayfair. With elegant marble bathrooms, The Savoy’s 195 guest rooms and 73 suites are decorated in either Edwardian or Art Deco style, blending comfort and elegance with discreet technology. Many rooms afford breath-taking views over the River Thames. At The Savoy you will find some of the London’s best-known restaurants and bars. Gallery, a vibrant space at the heart of the hotel is perfect for drinking and dining. The beautiful space seamlessly integrates contemporary style whilst remaining true to our much loved heritage. Innovative menus, carefully crafted by our talented culinary team, entice you in showcasing traditional recipes with a modern twist. Take the Savoy’s legendary afternoon tea in Gallery, in addition to breakfast, coffee, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner. During your visit, experience one of our three Gordon Ramsay restaurants, with a choice from Savoy Grill, The River Restaurant and Restaurant 1890. And make sure to spend time in the American Bar (widely regarded as one of the world’s best hotel bars) for a classic cocktail, or enjoy a character cocktail in the theatrical Beaufort Bar.

Stay$$$$4.45/5

Sea Containers London

Sea Containers London in London offers a central setting with St Paul's Cathedral a 12-minute walk away, London Bridge and Big Ben 1.7 km distant, and Trafalgar Square 1.7 km nearby. London City Airport is 13 km from the hotel. Guests enjoy spa facilities, a fitness centre, terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include private check-in and check-out, beauty services, steam room, wellness packages, and electric vehicle charging. Rooms feature air-conditioning, minibar, balcony, and river views. Amenities include free toiletries, bathrobes, and work desks, ensuring a pleasant stay. The restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes continental, American, full English, and local specialities.

Stay$$$$4.5/5

Shangri-La The Shard, London

Occupying levels 34-52, the Shangri-La Hotel The Shard, London offers 5-star luxury and breathtaking views of the capital and beyond. It features an exquisite restaurant and serves cocktails until late at the highest bar in London. Each uniquely designed guest room has floor-to-ceiling windows providing spectacular views of the city, and maintains the theme of Oriental elegance found throughout the hotel. Featuring the body-contouring-technology ‘Shangri-La Bed’, rooms include a TV, coffee machine, complimentary WiFi and a set of binoculars. The en suite, marble-clad bathrooms have underfloor heating, separate bath tubs and a glass-enclosed shower. They include plush bathrobes and Jo Loves toiletries. All rooms feature climate control to complement the building’s integrated sun shielding. The hotel features 3 dining and drinking venues, including TING, the signature restaurant and lounge on level 35. GŎNG, set on level 52, provides the setting for London's highest cocktail bar. Shangri-La Hotel The Shard is located on St Thomas Street, less than 1 minutes' walk from London Bridge Train and Tube Station. The Tower of London and Tower Bridge can be reached in 20 minutes by foot. You can enjoy a stroll along the River Thames' South Bank to The London Eye, Big Ben and Westminster, approximately 1.5 miles away.

Stay$$$$4.5/5

Rosewood London

Rosewood London offers elegant London accommodation on High Holborn. Just a 5-minute walk from Covent Garden and Oxford Street, its spacious designer rooms feature bespoke furnishings and Italian marble bathrooms, and Rosewood’s spa, sauna and glamorous restaurant are also on-site. The air-conditioned rooms each have classic décor and a luxurious marble bathroom. Each room includes a 55-inch flat-screen TV, a cordless telephone, a Nespresso coffee machine, a minibar and a dining area. Start the day in the Holborn dining room with an a la carte breakfast, including continental, healthy and traditional English breakfast choices. The striking Mirror Room restaurant is open from morning until evening serving breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Dinner. Just 3 minutes’ walk from Holborn Underground Station, Rosewood London enjoys easy connections around the capital and offers direct access to Heathrow Airport.

Stay$$$$4.6/5

The Langham, London

Located at the top of Regent Street, the prestigious Langham offers an award-winning glamorous bar, Artesian. Free WiFi is available and Oxford Circus tube station is just a 5-minute walk away. Numerous shops, theatres and restaurants are situated in the local area. The Langham’s bars and restaurants include the award-winning Palm Court, Artesian Bar and The Wigmore all overseen by culinary icon Michel Roux. Sale e Pepe Mare, a seafood-focused Italian restaurant is now open as well. Guests can enjoy the property's Chuan Body + Soul Spa and Health Club, which features a 16-metre swimming pool, sauna, steam rooms, fully equipped gym and treatment rooms. The Langham London offers rooms with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The renowned London hotel, with its distinctive charm and character, opened in 1865 as Europes first grand hotel, and it has accommodated royalty, foreign dignitaries and celebrities in luxury for over 150 years.

Stay$$$$4.55/5

Sofitel London St James

In London's West End, this 5-star luxury hotel is set in a beautifully preserved Neoclassical building. It boasts a luxurious on-site spa, spacious rooms, and Michelin Star restaurant, Wild Honey St James. On the corner of Pall Mall and Waterloo Place, Sofitel London St James is a 15-minute walk from Buckingham Palace. Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross Station are 5 minutes’ walk away. St James’s Park is just 320 metres from the hotel. All the bedrooms at the property have been redesigned in 2019 by French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon. Inspired by 1960s London, the new rooms blend bold British design with contemporary French elegance. Each room has complimentary WiFi, a desk, Sofitel MyBed, turndown service, a bath or rain shower, Diptyque toiletries, a flat screen TV and iDock sound system. Rooms also include Nespresso coffee, bottled water and a mini bar. Some rooms enjoy fantastic London views. The Sofitel Spa provides luxurious and innovative spa treatments over 3 floors with original historic features. The hotel also features a newly redesigned St James Bar which is an iconic cocktail destination. Guests can also visit the Wild Honey St James restaurant, a casual all-day dining venue serving modern European dishes with seasonal local ingredients.

Stay$$$$4.7/5

The Ritz London

Welcome to The Ritz London, the epitome of luxurious travel! Located in the prestigious St. James's area, our 5-star hotel offers a touch of elegance and charm. Indulge in opulent rooms, exquisite dining options, and impeccable service. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic address, where luxury and fun blend seamlessly. A stay at The Ritz London is an experience you won't forget!

Stay$$$$4.6/5

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

Featuring a two Michelin star restaurant and a stunning spa, the luxury Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London overlooks Hyde Park and Knightsbridge. With 13 treatment rooms, the spa and wellness centre has a state-of-the-art gym and a 17-metre swimming pool. The rooms and suites at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London include a TV and DVD player and are individually decorated with a marble en-suite bathroom Guests can enjoy acclaimed British dishes at the two-Michelin starred restaurant by Heston Blumenthal, and Japanese cocktails and cuisine in their newly opened Japanese izakaya The Aubrey. Award winning afternoon tea is served in The Rosebery Cocktails are available from the contemporary Mandarin Bar. Knightsbridge Tube Station is a 2-minute walk away and the hotel is adjacent to the 350-acre Hyde Park, the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is within a 5-minute walk of Sloane Street, Harrods, and Harvey Nichols. The Royal Albert Hall is 15 minutes’ stroll away and South Kensington’s famous museums are also nearby.

Stay$$$$4.5/5

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

In the heart of London's vibrant Mayfair, the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane stands as a testament to luxurious heritage. Having the distinction of being the first Four Seasons hotel outside of Canada since 1970, it redefined the essence of luxury. This discreet gem on Park Lane merges the timeless design of the 1930s golden age of travel with modern amenities, creating a sanctuary for both travellers and Londoners. Guests are invited to indulge in the culinary wonders of Pavyllon London, a testament to Chef Yannick Alléno’s modern French dining, while Bar Antoine offers a spirited escape. The hotel features 196 beautifully designed rooms and suites, set against the backdrop of 11 stories. The exquisite rooftop spa, designed by Eric Parry, is a sleek, glass-walled haven offering panoramic views of Hyde Park and Westminster. Each treatment room is a serene space with breathtaking Hyde Park vistas. Set back from Park Lane and just a whisper away from Hyde Park and Knightsbridge, its location is unparalleled. The Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane truly captures the spirit of London, intertwining history, luxury, and modern comfort.

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