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When You Only Need the Very Best of London

By , About.com Guide

Planning a trip to London can seem overwhelming. How do you choose what to do when there are so many options? Stop worrying as we've made it a bit easier for you. From the best attractions to what to do for free, to the best shopping, dining and nightlife, we've gathered recommendations on the best of London in just about every category. Enjoy the very best of London.
  1. Best Free Things to Do in London
  2. Best London Attractions
  3. Best Things To Do with Kids
  4. Best London Hotels
  1. Best London Shopping
  2. Best London Dining
  3. Best London Nightlife

Best Free Things to Do in London

National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London

Visitors worry that London is an expensive city but there really is so much to do for free from museums and galleries to free music and walking tours.

Best London Attractions

London Eye

London has so many great places to see it's hard to know which are the ones not to be missed. It's always good to get recommendations from friends who have visited London or live here, so these are my favorite places in London.

Best Things To Do with Kids

Mudlarks DLR, Museum in Docklands, London

London can be a wonderful destination for a family vacation but it pays to do your research on child-friendly venues. There are many great locations for children's outings to keep the kids happy and engaged all day long.

Best London Hotels

One Aldwych Hotel, London

London has hotels of all shapes and sizes to suit all travelers and all budgets. Whether you are looking for the luxurious or economic, London has suitable accommodation for you.

Best London Shopping

Fortnum and Mason, Piccadilly, London

London has a lot to offer the shopper from large department stores to exclusive boutiques. There are many areas to go on shopping trips, such as Oxford Street, Covent Garden, and Knightsbridge. And, of course, London has many street markets to browse around.

Best London Dining

Masters Super Fish Restaurant - London Fish and Chips Restaurant

Start planning where you're going to eat out in London with this collection of recommended restaurants.

Best London Nightlife

London nightclub

London has a vibrant nightlife including clubs and late-bar bars. All major music acts stop in London when on tour and many bands start their careers here, so the choice is vast!

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