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Abbey Road Crossing
Cross the road at the zebra crossing on Abbey Road in London and recreate the famous Beatles album cover.
London Designer Sample Sales
Every week in London you can find deeply discounted clothing at designer sample sales, but finding out where and when the sample sales are can be a challenge. This list of resources will make finding London sample sales easy.
How to Get Around During the London 2012 Olympic Games
Traveling in London during summer 2012 is going to be incredibly busy so we need to be realistic and consider all the options to keep London moving. Here's where you'll find plenty of advice and tips to help you make that journey this summer.
St Paul's Cathedral Galleries
There are three galleries in the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral that you can climb up to visit. The Whispering Gallery is first and most famous but the other are worth visiting as they are external, so great for taking photos.
Cabwise - London Taxi Safety Campaign
Only taxis (black cabs) can pick up customers on the streets of London. Use Cabwise to find a taxi 24 hours a day.
No Buggies on the London Eye
The London Eye does not allow pushchairs/buggies/strollers/prams. They do provide storage facilities for your pushchair and offer free use of a baby carrier.
Little People's Cookie Class at Villandry, London
The Little People's Cookie Class happens every Saturday at the Villandry restaurant at 170 Great Portland Street, London. Children learn to bake with 'Baker Bassett' and can bring their cookies home afterwards.
Watch This Space - Free South Bank Summer Entertainment
Watch This Space is the National Theatre's free outdoor summer festival which takes place on the South Bank in Theatre Square. There is a 'grass' area for you to sit and watch the entertainment which includes a mix of British and international street theater, bands, club nights, dance, cabaret and more. It's fun. It's free. Enjoy!
St Paul's Cathedral Tours
St. Paul's Cathedral in London has guided tours and multimedia tours available are both are now included in the admission price. But is it worth taking a tour of St. Paul's Cathedral or can you enjoy your visit without a guide?
St Paul's Cathedral Crypt and Memorials
St Paul's Cathedral in London has many memorials to important names in history. There are memorials on the cathedral floor and down in the Crypt. The Duke of Wellington has the largest memorial on the Cathedral floor. Find out more...
Visit St Paul's Cathedral for Free
St Paul's Cathedral in London sells tickets for visitors but there are ways to visit for free. If you are short on time or money, find out more here.
Don't Give Money To Beggars In London
Do not give spare change to beggars on London streets - instead buy 'The Big Issue' to encourage them to help themselves.
Lost Property on London Transport
Transport for London finds over 160,000 pieces of lost property each year on buses, Tubes, taxis, trains, trams and stations. If you've lost something how can you try to claim it back?
Free London Tube Maps
Find out where you can find free London tube maps online and in paper form. Plus more useful information for using the London Underground.
Are Dogs Allowed on London Underground Tube Trains?
Are dogs allowed on London Underground tube trains. Find out the answer...
Beware of Pickpockets
Beware of pickpockets in London's busy shopping areas.
Tubes Do Not Run 24 Hours
London Underground trains do not run 24 hours, seven days a week.
Recognizing London Bus Stops
A plain white sign with a red London Transport symbol means the stop is a main stop and all buses will stop there automatically. Learn how to recognize main bus stops and request bus stops.
Free Tube Travel for Children
Find out how to get free children's tube travel in London.
Online Journey Planner
Find out more about the official online Journey Planner to help you find the most direct route using public transport.
Cheaper With an Oyster Card
It is cheaper to use an Oyster card than cash to pay for London Transport journeys on the tube or buses.
London Auction House Viewings
London auction houses offer free viewing of all auction sale lots about a week before the auction day. Contact the auction houses directly to see what they have coming up.
London Weather
You've probably heard that London weather can be quite unpredictable. We Londoners are known to regularly carry both our sunglasses and an umbrella. But London weather is never so extreme as to detract from all the great things to do in the city. Find out about London weather throughout the year.
Congestion Charge
Driving in central London incurs a 'congestion charge'.
Zippo's Circus 2009
Zippo's Circus is Britain's best-loved traveling company and they have a spectacular new circus for 2009: From Cart Wheels to Steel Wheels. Find out where you can see them in the London area in 2009.