United Kingdom - London Hotels

London is the proud capital of the United Kingdom and is one of the most populated cities of the world. This city has an amazing heritage and has always been the most important city around the area since the beginning.

London boasts a sophistication that no place else can offer. This city is the capital of culture and heritage along with finance and trade. History, art, fashion and nightlife come alive in this city. The city blends ancient with contemporary altogether in a unique and elevated approach.

Today's old city of London sits at the banks of River Thames, features a great preservation of Medieval era and is surrounded by the new growing modern metropolis. Everywhere you look in the old city, you'll spot astonishing monuments of utmost importance. Just a cruise on the River Thames will be enough to get carried away by the enchanting atmosphere. You'll immediately spot the Big Ben, the iconic clock tower together with the Palace of Westminster and our favorite, the architectural masterpiece, Westminster Abbey. The experience just in this limited zone is definitely superb. Queen's residence, the Buckingham Palace is open for touring during summer. The ceremony of changing guards outside the Palace is another must-see for any London tourist. The Tower of London holds the Crown Jewels. Right next to the tower, is second-to-Big Ben icon of London, The Tower Bridge. Another of the most impressive sight in London is the glorious St Paul's Cathedral that sits atop the highest point of the city. Feeling a bit tired of sightseeing? The St James and Hyde Parks are serene locales in the middle of this busy metropolis. If you want to see it all from above, the London Eye -a huge observation wheel- is there for you just at the south bank of River Thames. From exquisite shops to top class restaurants, the spirit of London is in the Piccadilly Circus, Londonese version of the Times Square.

London also houses some of the best museums of the world. The Museum of London, the Sherlock Holmes Museum, the National Gallery and many more should be toured in detail. The other best thing to do in this city is of course, shopping; London is one of the most important centers for fashion. Nightlife in London offers a lot of variety too. Discos and nightclubs are plenty and for a less energetic approach to the nightlife, the excellent pub culture.

All in all, London carries the sophistication of the heritage along with leisures of modern life very nicely. And to top it off, from luxurious accommodation to hostels for backpack traveler, there is a suitable London for every budget.