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One of the world’s great capitals, London has long boasted a cultural history to rival the best. From new and classic shows at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to the extensive exhibitions of The National Gallery, the aromatic dishes of enchanting Brick Lane to the royal grandeur of Buckingham Palace, London’s complex and fascinating history is woven through its arts, architecture and diverse culinary landscape.

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When Is the Best Time to Travel to London?

London is a year-round destination for global travellers, but the peak summer season sees a number of exciting events, from Wimbledon to Pride and a slew of music festivals. In the milder shoulder seasons, you’ll find just as many opportunities for entertainment, with the BFI London Film Festival in October – the perfect time to admire the changing leaves – to the Chelsea Flower Show in spring, when Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre launches their open-air season of performances. As November turns to December, the festive winter season transforms London into a wonderland of Christmas lights and holiday markets, with numerous pop-up ice-skating rinks for you to test the ice.

The interior of the Raffles London at the OWO, a Luxury Escapes pick for the ultimate historic London stay

Where Should You Stay in London?

If you’re eager to be right in the thick of it, a stay in Soho or Covent Garden couldn’t be closer to London’s arts and culture hub, with some of the city’s best dining as well. Foodies will have numerous attractive options to choose from, including diverse cuisines in historic northern Islington and the renowned South Asian fare of Brick Lane in Shoreditch. Travellers accustomed to the finer things in life will want to look to the west for a quiet, family-friendly stay in picturesque Kensington or Chelsea. For proximity to the city’s most famous attractions, from the London Eye to Big Ben, South Bank is convenient and comfortably close.

Food from Pied a Terre, one of the best restaurants in London.

London’s Best Experiences

There’s no shortage of exciting things to do in London, from family-friendly Tower of London tours and eerie ghost tours, to visiting regal Buckingham Palace and losing yourself in the city’s countless museums, including the British Museum and Natural History Museum. Swinging past chiming Big Ben will take you to riverfront of the Thames, an easy walk from Westminster Abbey and on to sprawling Hyde Park. Foodies can spend days sampling Michelin-starred menus and sizzling street food across town, and there’s nothing more satisfying than getting lost in the glorious chaos of colourful stalls at Borough Market, Maltby Street Market and many more.