London tourist city guide

Plan your holiday with our city guide. Discover the best family days out, the best things to do for free, and which art galleries and museums are worth a visit. Enjoy a daily parade or one of the must-see London landmarks that every tourist should see

London Top 10 lists

Oyster cards – where to buy an Oyster card and how to use it when travelling	Visitor Oyster – a popular option for tourists who want to use the buses and trains
Travelcards – one day, weekly and monthly travelcards are very easy to use	Contactless cards – now you can use your bank card to pay bus and train fares in London

Adult train fares and adult bus fares for zones 1-9 to help you work out your holiday budget. We also have all the child train fares and child bus fares

Changing the Guard – No London holiday is complete without seeing the soldiers outside the palace

Evensong service – Attend an Evensong service inside Westminster Abbey, and listen to the Abbey choir

London Eye – Visit London Eye and get a great view of the London skyline at the top of the wheel

The Shard – The highest viewing platform in London can be found at the top of The Shard skyscraper

Plan your stay with our example itineraries. We’ll tell you the best things to do in one day, two days, three days, four days, five days, six days, and right up to a week. We’ve also got advice about spending a day with kids and two days with kids

See what’s playing in London over the coming months with our calendar of the best events

Upcoming theatre shows include Way Of The World, Horrible Histories, Matilda, Taming Of The Shrew and The Ferryman

Music concerts coming soon include Foo Fighters, Roy Ayers, Paloma Faith, Run Dmc and Cigarettes After Sex

Some of the comedians performing in London are David O Doherty, Dara O Briain, Sarah Millican, Mick Ferry and Tim Vine

How about taking your kids to see Mcn Ally Pally Show, Arsenal FC Guided Tour, ?

If you enjoy classical music then try Cosi Fan Tutte, La Traviata, Turn Of The Screw, Isabeau

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Honest reviews of 200 landmarks, attractions and hotels, written by a local who has visited them all
Money saving tips – cheap days out and the best events for free
Practical advice with suggested itineraries, Top 10 lists, and a guide to using the buses, taxis and trains