As one of the world’s most exciting capital cities, the opportunities are endless. Relax in the greenery of the Royal Parks,. Tour Buckingham Palace Ride the London Eye. Or take a boat ride along the Thames River to enliven your afternoons before heading out to explore the city’s incredible nightlife. EC London has a dedicated activities programme to immerse you in all the city has to offer.
History
London is full of history. You can walk through the Tower of London and learn about kings, queens, and famous prisoners. Wtch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or the historic halls of Westminster Abbey. You can also see the Houses of Parliament and the famous Big Ben clock tower, which are must-see landmarks for any visitor.
Shopping
If you enjoy shopping, London has something for every style and budget. Visit Oxford Street for high-street fashion or Covent Garden for unique gifts and street performances. For luxury shopping, explore Bond Street, which is a good destination for luxury shops like Harrods. If you prefer vintage, try the markets at Camden, Brick Lane or Portobello Road.
Parks
For a big city, London is very green, with parks and gardens throughout. Relax in Hyde Park, have a picnic in St James’s Park or watch the deer at Richmond Park. Regent’s Park also has beautiful gardens and London Zoo. These parks are perfect for taking a break from the rush of city life.
The River Thames
The River Thames runs through London. You can take a walk along the South Bank, where you’ll find street performers, food markets, and places like the London Eye, Big Ben and Shakespeare’s Globe. Take a river cruise to see the city from a different point of view and enjoy landmarks like Tower Bridge and the Shard.
Food
There is more to England than Fish & Chips! London has an incredible multicultural makeup; it is truly an global city. Food lovers can eat the world’s cuisine in London: whatever you can think of is here.
Music
London is a fantastic city for music lovers, with iconic live venues like the Royal Albert Hall, Ronnie Scott’s, and The 100 Club. For a taste of music history, visit Abbey Road Studios and take a picture on the famous zebra crossing from The Beatles’ Abbey Road album cover. Head to Camden Town, once the centre of the UK’s Britpop scene, or walk down Berwick Street in Soho to recreate the cover of Oasis’ What’s the Story Morning Glory?
Football
If you like football and the Premier League you can watch live football matches in London: Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham, Fulham and West Ham are just some London clubs.
Attractions
London has world-beating cultural attractions. Some of the greatest theatres (Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre), art galleries (Tate Modern), and museums (British Museum) and music in the world right at your doorstep, there won’t be a dull moment. It’s no wonder that London is the #1 choice for students looking to learn English abroad.
One of the best things about London is that many of its attractions are free. You can visit excellent museums like the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, and the Victoria and Albert Museum without paying anything. For art try the National Gallery and the Tate Britain, all open to the public at no cost.