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Christmas Market in London 2015

Posted on October 26, 2015October 28, 2022 by worldcityguides

Christmas is almost back again which means that the annual Christmas markets are also soon back in the cities. If you are looking for the best Christmas presents for your loved ones the Christmas markets and fairs are the best places to check first.

Like in every year the markets offer a wide variation of Christmas gifts including the coolest accessories such as scarfs, hats, gloves, toys made out of wood and various other Christmas goodies as well.

Find updated information about this year’s Christmas markets in London right here.

In London you can choose from several markets and fairs such as the Angel Christmas Fair which will be open from 5th December 2015 until 6th December 2015, the fair gives home to the work of 50 artists so you can take the special and unique Christmas gifts for granted. Another popular market in London is the Duke Of York Square which will take place on King´s Road from 7th December 2015. The Christmas Market at Tate Modern is also a charming fair in London which will open its gates from 20th November 2015 until 23rd December 2015. At

At the traditional Christmas markets you can get the best, most unique hand made wooden toys, various jewelries and Christmas decorations as well as other indispensable festive goods and Christmas would not be complete without the annual Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, alongside the best Christmas presents a huge ice rink, the observation wheel, the fairground rides and plenty other children friendly activities are waiting for the visitors, Winter Wonderland will open its gates from 20th November 2015 until 3rd January 2016.

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Activities for children in London

Posted on May 17, 2015 by worldcityguides

In this short article we will list some of the best programs for children in London.

There are loads of families coming to London with children, and if that is you, it is useful to be well prepared so that you have some programs ready when the children grow impatient and looking for something more interesting that walking around and listening to stories about famous attractions in London.

ZSL London Zoo (Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY)
The first activity from our list is the London Zoo. The London Zoo is definitely one of the best choice if we are with children in London. The London Zoo is among the oldest and also the largest zoos in Europe which was opened in 1826. The zoo has all kind of animals (monkeys, lions, tigers and other big cats, various spiders, hippos, giraffes, snakes, birds etc). Apart from the animals the zoo also offers a wide selection of programs and various activities for all the visitors. London Zoo is open daily from 10 in the morning.

Sea Life London (County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB)
Our second favourite thing to do with kids in London is the London Aquarium. The London Aquarium gives home to one of the largest collections of the sea life in Europe which is a perfect activity for kids in London. The aquarium is located in the centre of the city, really close to London Waterloo and the London Eye as well so it is pretty easy to get there with public transportation. At the Aquarium visitors can check out the various animals that live in the sea including sharks, turtles, lobsters, jellyfish, rays, piranhas, penguins, crocodiles and so on.

Unicorn Theatre (147 Tooley Street, London SE1 2HZ)
The third activity is the Unicorn Theatre which is located only 5 minutes from London Bridge station. The Unicorn Theatre offers special shows for smaller children and Unicorn Theatre is one of the leading professional children theatres in London which gives home to special shows and various other activities and programs as well.

City Farms in London
Our other favourite children’s program in London is the city farms. At the city farms children can see a range of farm animals such as horses, chickens, ducks, pigs, sheep, cows and so on. Most of the city farms in London are located nearby to a local park and many of them are free to enter as well.

Public playgrounds and parks
The last activity from our list is the public parks and playgrounds in London. Central London has several parks (Hyde Park which has three playgrounds, Battersea Park, Hampstead Heath, Greenwich Park, Clapham Common and so on) and playgrounds which are perfect programs for toddlers and older children as well.

Nice spring activities in London

Posted on March 11, 2015September 27, 2023 by worldcityguides

Spring is just around the corner which means there are even more things to do in London. As the weather gets warmer there will be more opportunity for outdoor programs. So in this article we will list some of the best outdoor activities you can be part of during a visit in London.

Visit Paris

The first one from our list is the Paris Rail Day Trip from London. What could be better than to spend a day in Paris during your London vacation? Take an Eurostar train from London to Paris and discover Paris own your own or with a tourist guide. If you choose a guided trip it includes the visit of the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, a Seine River cruise and you can also explore the Notre Dame.

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Sightseeing tour

The second outdoor activity we would like to recommend is The Original London Sightseeing Tour which gives you the possibility to see the city as you have never seen it before. Discover the top London attractions such as the Tower Bridge, London Eye, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and a lot more with a guided tour. The hop-on-hop-off bus provides three family friendly routes to make your discovery even more enjoyable.

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Harry Potter tour

The third activity from the list is the Harry Potter Tour of Warner Bros. Studio. Discover the magical world of Harry Potter and get a closer look how the movies were made at the Warner Bros. Studio in London. Check out the original costumes, the original sets such as the Platform 9 ¾, Dumbledore’s office and so on. Learn how the books of J.K. Rowling were brought to life with all the special effects and life sized models. Leave central London by a luxury coach which will take you to the studios of Warner Bros and after the arrival you will have three hours when you can independently discover the studio.

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Visit Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford

The trip to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Custom Day Trip is the fourth program you can attend during your stay in London. It is a full day trip where you can discover England’s three iconic sights. The journey begins from London with an air-conditioned bus to Windsor then explore the famous Stonehenge which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage and at last enjoy a walk through the historical city of Oxford. The entrance to the castle and to Stonehenge are not included you can get your tickets from your guide or you can just simply discover it own your own.

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Visit Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Dover

The last outdoor activity we would like to recommend is the Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Dover. It is also a full day activity where you can check out the beautiful country side of England. The tour starts from central London and the first stop is at Leeds Castle. Inside the castle you will have the chance to check the collection of medieval furnitures, tapestries and Impressionist art. The journey continues at the UNESCO World Heritage scene of Canterbury Cathedral. The Gothic Cathedral from the 11th century is considered as the birth place of English Christianity and at last the bus will take you to the magical White Cliffs of Dover.

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Enjoy spring in London, and hope you have liked this article. Get more information on other activities in London here, and if you want a river cruise on the river Thames, or maybe have another good idea, just write a comment.

The most romantic places in London

Posted on February 20, 2015 by worldcityguides

London is one of the most exciting and vibrant city in the whole world so it is not surprising it has a lot to offer to its visitors. In this short article we will list some of the most romantic places you can discover in London.

Our first recommendation is the Columbia Road Flower Market. The Columbia Road Flower Market takes place on the Columbia Road in East London on every Sunday. It is a perfect place to wander among the colourful flowers and discover the street’s antique shops and art galleries.

Our second favourite thing to do is ice skating and it is a perfect program to spend a cold winter afternoon with your loved one. At the place you can even have mulled wine and hot chocolate to warm your fingers up. The ice rink is open from late November until early January.

– The most romantic places in Budapest

What could be more romantic than having a romantic picnic?! The Hampstead Heath is a huge park in the city. The park is a perfect opportunity for a nice walk or a relaxing picnic in the grass.

One of the nicest spots in the city is Little Venice. At Little Venice colourful houseboats are floating on the water which gives an absolutely charming and relaxing atmosphere to the place. Little Venice is just right at the busy road of Edgware Road.

If you want to know more on London and its colourful programs check the following site for more useful information on the city.

Making of Harry Potter tour

Posted on March 6, 2014September 27, 2023 by worldcityguides

Are you one of the big Harry Potter fans out there? Would you like to see some of the original sets used during the recording of the Harry Potter films, including the Great Hall?

There are daily Harry Potter tours available from London, including round transportation and the sightseeing tour itself. During the tour, you can see the magical sites where the shots were made, and you will take a deep dig into the world where Harry Potter was born and made. Sounds cool?

To find out more and to make sure that you can be there on one of these Harry Potter tours, visit Viator.