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What travellers are saying
- affy_federerLondon, UK1,471 contributionsthis is a great place to shop. lots of restaurants and high brand shops. You can get here by train and bus and elizabeth line. lots of the shops here have big branches and a wider selection of clothes.! You are spoilt for choice.Written August 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MellWardTamworth, UK428 contributionsWandered around looking at the various foods that were on offer Restaurants were busy and foods looked delicious. We were fortunate to see some danceWritten September 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kinga R24 contributionsUnique street - bursting with graffities, street art, vintage shops, second hands and street food. I loved the laid back but vibrant ambience. The only issue was that we were forced to ignore all the servers luring to their Indian/Pakistani restaurant which was tiresome after some time.Written September 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Diana NNew Orleans, LA9 contributionsThe weather in London was really nice, sunshine, dry...problem is The Bedford Hotel (Kensington) had no AC or refrigerator in a TINY room. The front desk explained they're a 3 Star hotel, thus no AC. They brought up a small refrigerator and were overall very attentive. Remember that in London, when they say it's a "double room," it means two single beds...they do not normally offer queens or kings, just FYI.
Although the room took getting used to, the neighborhood was EXCELLENT...great restaurants and pubs next door and across the street. We ended up being very happy with The Bedford Hotel.
CONS of London: TRAFFIC WAS HORRENDOUS!
iF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A HOP ON-HOP OFF EXPERIENCE, KEEP IN MIND THEY HAVE VARIOUS BUS LINES SO IF YOU PURCHASE A TICKET FOR ONE LINE AND OTHERS PASS, YOU HAVE TO WAIT....WE WAITED ALMOST 45 MINUTES AND DECIDED TO GET A REFUND.
Liverpool was WAY more laid back - EASY TO NAVIGATE - the FabFour beatles taxi tour was definitely worth the money and there are two Beatles museums...we chose The Beatles Story, which was geared towards the early years...EXCELLENT, INFORMATIVE, GREAT CHOICE!
We stayed our last night in London at the Leonardo Hotel Heathrow...GREAT HOTEL, GOOD RESTAURANT, GOOD BAR, COMFORTABLE BEDS (I booked one king and a smaller second bed but they had it made out and it was comperable to a full/queen...SUPER QUIET...free shuttle to your airline departure...VERY IMPRESSED!
PS: I had a brand new small container of New Orleans seasoning in my carry-on bag for a friend and it created delays galore! I thought the only issue was liquids, but that's not true. If you're brining anything that is in a powder form, PUT IT IN YOUR CHECKED BAG! Also, if you're brining a liquid less than 100 mill, make sure you put it in a SEPARATE PLASTIC BAGGY in the bin where you have your purse, laptop, etc when it goes through customs! It cannot be stored inside your carry-on bag...must be VISIBLE in a separate bag!Written July 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - lou84sheffieldSheffield, UK380 contributionsLovely area great vibe. No where open after 11pm to get a drink and sit outside on a hot summer night after the London Palladium. Every where closed, but you can get a beer from 10am in the morning and sit outside.Written May 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AlbywonSydney, Australia13,661 contributionsParticularly 221b Baker Street, the home of the literary character Sherlock Holmes.
Street is also home to The London Beatles Store (next door) and a number of significant buildings.
For me the Street is associated with the 1980's Gerry Rafferty hit of the same name.
Worth a wander.Written March 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - The Codnor TravellerCodnor, UK165 contributionsJust past Horse Guards Parade you will find yourself on The Mall - a ceremonial and processional route dedicated to Queen Victoria.
The origins of the route, which is in fact less than a mile long, can actually be traced back to King Charles II, who ordered the redesign of St James Park (which today borders The Mall) to include a long flat part on which could be played the game of Pelle Melle - which I understand to be a form of Croquet.
Over time the exact positioning of the park of changed and altered, and the long flat space became known as The Mall - with Mall presumably being an alteration of Melle.
Move on nearly 200 years and The Mall is being imagined as a smart, ceremonial route, and so the Victorian's set about turning it into what we see and use today. In addition to this, they also erected the Victoria Memorial to be the focal point at the end of the route.
Move on a further 100 years or so into the 1950s, and the surface of the Mall was coloured red using synthetic iron oxide pigment, giving the whole road the look of one long red carpet. This is quite apt, as today The Mall plays a key role in Royal ceremonies and events such as State Visits, Royal weddings and funerals and, in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's case, a whole host of Jubilee celebrations.
The route is closed to traffic on Sundays, public and bank holidays and obviously for the aforementioned ceremonial events. Busses cannot use it at all without special authority from the Monarch.
My wife and I walked down it for a fair way before a police officer on a bicycle rode up and told everyone to get on the pavement. I'm.sure they had their reasons for that, but I fear I shall never know what they were.
If you're in the vicinity I would urge you to visit The Mall.Written July 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - golouis99Jerusalem, Israel608 contributionsWe strolled along The Strand for half an hour marvelling at some of the architecture of historical buidlings, including the Royal Courts of Justice and a house built in 1625 that survived the Great Fire of London. All of this in the heart of the busy business district but within walking distance of Trafalgar Square.Written September 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- vostidomPrague, Czech Republic8 contributions+ historical charm (Georgian bowed windows)
+ movie connection (Harry Potter)
+ atmosphere (mysterious feel)
- short walk (brief visit)
- crowds (detracts experience)Written August 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - macedonboyGlasgow, UK186,358 contributionsLocated not far from Covent Gardens is this shortish street. There's nothing on the street that stands out, so not sure why Neal Street is listed as an attraction. Mostly shops selling clothes and a couple of eateries including Lola's, that sell excellent cupcakes.Written September 29, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- I visited this place🇫🇷🇺🇸🇬🇷🇨🇭🇬🇧Israel35,222 contributionsPROS
* Interesting walk with active "vibe"
* Pass "famous" entertainment attractions adjacent to Westminster Bridge
* View famous stuff on the other side of the river
* Enjoy the numerous bridges, especially Millenial
CONS
It can be crowded and noisy with gaudy entertainment attractions such as London Eye, Dungeon and Sea World
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... when I descended under Westminster Bridge and walked to the Tate Modern and Glove Theatre.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It was free
WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
Yes
ADVICE
For sure do it and be prepared for many people and loud and gaudy stuff near Westminster BridgeWritten January 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Chris B118 contributionsBrought here on a walking tour and it was amazing. Plenty of historic buildings with some wonderful gardens; an oasis just seconds from the hubbub of Fleet Street. The Church of Middle Temple is somewhere you can't miss.Written March 17, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Chef Dr Izzat HusainLucknow, India75 contributionsThe area contains one of the busiest transport interchanges in London and the United Kingdom, including the listed railway station and the underground station, as well as Terminus Place, which is a major hub for bus and taxi services. Victoria Coach Station, 900 yards (800 metres) southwest of the railway station, provides road-coach services to long-distance UK and continental destinations.
Victoria Street runs on an east–west axis from Victoria station to Broad Sanctuary at Westminster Abbey. Cardinal Place, across the street from Westminster Cathedral, opened in 2006 and contains a selection of restaurants, banks and shops, including a Marks and Spencer store. Further along the street, there is a large House of Fraser department storeWritten November 23, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - therichastillStevenage, UK3,315 contributionsThreadneedle Street is one of the many roads in the City of London famous for being a place where trading was done.
There is some good architecture to be admired in the area but I would not say it is a "must see" attraction. Worth checking out if you are in the area.Written March 11, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - therichastillStevenage, UK3,315 contributionsThe Capital Ring is a cycleway/path that circles the city of London. In theory you can walk round the whole of London exploring.
The paths are in pretty good condition and you get to see a wide variety of scenery as you go along.
Great way to improve your mental health!Written June 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
