destination practicalities
How to spend the ultimate long weekend in LondonOct 1, 2024 • 7 min read
Plan the perfect long weekend in London with our four-day itinerary.
London Travel Stories
air travelWhat can I do with an 8-hour layover in London's Heathrow Airport?Jul 18, 2024 • 2 min read
Is it possible to go sightseeing in London with just an 8-hour layover at Heathrow Airport? LP is here to help.
tips and adviceHow to travel to London with points and miles in 2024Jun 15, 2024 • 16 min read
Planning a London trip for 2024? Start here for the top tips on getting there with the many perks of points and miles.
destination practicalitiesLondon's best neighborhoods to stay (and play)Mar 21, 2024 • 8 min read
There's way more to London than Soho, Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Street. Step beyond the center with our guide to the capital's neighborhoods.
public transportHow to get around London: from tubes and trains to bikes and busesMar 17, 2024 • 10 min read
London has a huge public transportation system, but is not the most intuitive city to navigate. Here's what you need to know about getting around London.
family travelThe ultimate guide to visiting London with kidsMar 15, 2024 • 9 min read
London is a huge city that can be tiring for tiny travelers. Here's how to make the most of a family visit without running out of steam.
public transport10 ways to get out of London and into the countryside for the dayMar 12, 2024 • 11 min read
Beaches, cathedrals, pony-filled forests, Harry Potter–esque buildings and more: you can see a whole lot of England on these top day trips from London.
activities12 of the best free things to do in London in 2024Mar 12, 2024 • 7 min read
On a budget? London may be expensive but you can still enjoy yourself without melting your wallet. These are the 12 best free things to do in 2024.
budget travelTop tips for visiting London on a budgetMar 11, 2024 • 7 min read
London has a reputation as one of the most expensive cities in Europe, but it's perfectly possible to visit – and see the sights – on a budget.
festivals and eventsWhen is the best time to go to London?Mar 11, 2024 • 5 min read
The long days of summer make it a peak season for London visitors but there is plenty to do all the year. Here's how to choose when you should visit.
destination practicalitiesEverything you need to know before you go to London in 2024Mar 10, 2024 • 7 min read
London is a world city with so much to see – here are our top tips for navigating the capital and doing as the locals do.
festivals and eventsThe top 10 things to do in London this winterNov 29, 2023 • 6 min read
The lights are twinkling, the mulled wine is flowing and the cultural events never end: you won’t want to miss out on top holiday-season events in London.
tips and adviceLocal Bites: the best places to eat and drink in London's West EndNov 10, 2023 • 5 min read
Feast on canteen pies, cheap won ton noodles, afternoon tea, and wagyu steaks
black travelLiving between two cities has worked wonders for my mental healthAug 11, 2023 • 4 min read
Georgina Lawton explains how splitting her time between London and Lisbon was the right choice for her.
art and cultureA Total Trip: What I spent on a four-day cultural getaway in LondonJul 13, 2023 • 6 min read
I traveled to London to see Paul Mescal on stage. It was the perfect excuse for a long weekend getaway.
toursThis cabaret-singer tour guide walks you through 2000 years of London’s queer historyMay 25, 2023 • 6 min read
On his walking tours through London, cabaret performer Mark T Cox walks visitors through 2000 years of the city’s queer history.
festivals and eventsTraveling to London for the royal coronation? Here's what you need to knowMay 5, 2023 • 6 min read
A royal coronation only happens once in a generation – or a lifetime. Here’s all you need to know about King Charles III’s big to-do on May 6, 2023.
cycling🌍 Help me LP! How do I rent a bike in London as a visitor?Mar 1, 2023 • 6 min read
If you’re curious about exploring London by bicycle, here are some tips for doing so safely, plus a roundup of the city’s best bike-share programs.
shoppingLondon in 5 shops: the best souvenirs, the coolest thrift finds and moreFeb 1, 2023 • 3 min read
The shopping options in London can be overwhelming. So we’ve narrowed our list to five of the city’s best independent shops.
lgbtqiaThe LGBTIQ+ guide to London, from clubs and festivals to holistic safe spacesDec 12, 2022 • 8 min read
Whether you’re after club nights, holistic spaces, or the latest literature from queer authors, London is an iconic destination for LGBTIQ+ travelers.
shoppingGive it a try: M&M’s London is weird and wonderfulDec 2, 2022 • 3 min read
London writer Caroline O'Donoghue explains why she always takes visitors to the South Bank, the West End and...M&M’s London.
museumsSkip London's Buckingham Palace and visit this eccentric English home insteadOct 22, 2022 • 4 min read
London-based writer Séamas O'Reilly explains why he thinks travelers should skip Buckingham Palace and instead visit one of the city's most eccentric homes.