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What "political" tourist attractions do you suggest in England - in London but also elsewhere?

Q) Apart from the obvious thing (the Houses of Parliament at Westminster) what are good "political" sights to go and see - whether from recent history or not.

A) David think about it,,, people travel from miles around and even abroad to travle to the M25 and then sit on it for hours, where as us locals avoid it like the black death.

London England?

Q) hey gals and guys, ever been to London England, now I have a choice between two hotels, one in the city center area, 26 km from Heathrow airport, and the other is in Chelsea area, 40 mins from air port, which is better? the city center one is very accessible to every where, buses and under ground are only a few minutes away from it, but I'm afraid of the noise cause it's so close to the airport, what is the city center any way, what can I find in it? What can I find in Chelsea? Which location is the closest to the London attractions, like Hide Park and Trafalgar square and the Buckingham palace and the theaters and so?

A) What are the names of the hotels and the areas? Chelsea is lovely and quieter, and you will probably be close to Harrods, Sloane Square, Sloane Street and the Kings Road, all of which have great shopping and lots to see. You'll also be within reasonable distance of Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. There are tubes at Sloane Square and Knightsbridge, but it is a fairly large area - if you give me the name of the hotel, I can be more detailed. The centre of town covers a huge area, so I really can't tell you much unless you're more specific. By definition, Chelsea is in Central London too, so I assume that you're talking about the West End, which is much busier and more touristy, but closer to the main shopping, eating and theatre areas. With more info, I'd be happy to give you more details.

What's your favourite tourist attraction in London,England?

Q) Which ones aren't worth seeing

A) Camden Market.

Cool Places In London, England?

Q) I am doing a project for school. I have to create an itinerary. One of the places I am going is London, England I would like to know if there are any cool places to go in, and around London. I need attractions, and resturants. THX in Advance. -Imma Flirt

A) Buckingham Palace Hyde Park London Eye British Museum Tower of London Westminster Abbey Leicester Square Piccadilly Circus Harrod's Hamley's Windsor Castle Leeds Castle

Best place to stay in london, england?

Q) as a present to myself for graduating with my b.a., i'm taking a trip to london in summer of 2008. I would like to stay in a hotel that's smack in the middle of london and it's attractions, any ideas? thanks!

A) The West End is the best area , which comprises of many suburb names like Marble Arch , Kensington , Hyde Park and many more. I'd suggest that you do some research first on what you want to see on the official London website which I've provided an access link to. Then have a look at the current accommodation deals to have an idea wher you would want to stay. I've listed some London location hotel directory links below. Good luck with your planning:

We are coming to England in November & want to go to Rosslyn Chapel. How do we get there?

Q) We plan to stay in London (hopefully on the Thames) central to the major attractions but can't afford a luxury hotel. We're hoping someone out there can suggest a decent place to stay that wont cost an arm and a leg! My husband is very interested in all the sites related to the DaVinci code and freemasonry and I am a medieval history buff and we would appreciate any info on sites to visit outside the usual tourist attractions. We'll be in England for 6 days.

A) Why not visit the Inns of Court in London? They are fascinating - on the south side of Fleet Street; and there is the Templars Church and would interest you both. The "Olde Cheshire Cheese" pub is where Dr Johnson ate. There are cellars downstairs with cheaper food than on the ground floor. There are a lot of cheaper hotels, for instance, around Paddington Station, and other areas but, since I live in London, I don't pay much attention to them! Perhaps do an internet search for ones around the Thames. All around Britain there are wonderful castles and stately homes from many periods of history in various states of preservation; you could plan visits to interest you both, perhaps on your way up to Scotland en route to Rosslyn Chapel. There is a Museum of Freemasonry: http://www.24hourmuseum.org.uk/london/museum/AM12129.html?ixsid= Templars' Church: http://www.britainexpress.com/London/Temple_Church.htm Prince Henry's Room (perhaps a bit later than you'd like): http://www.touruk.co.uk/london_museums/princehenry_rooms1.htm Inns of Court (including your own "Walk"): http://www.venables.co.uk/barinns.htm http://www.london-footprints.co.uk/wkinnscourtroute.htm http://www.gardenvisit.com/g/in2.htm There is also Crosby Place in Cheyne Walk, Chelsea; it is probably the oldest house in London. Richard III lived there once, but all that is left is the Hall. It used to be in Bishopsgate by Liverpool Street Station, but was moved. Someone owns it now, and has restored it, but I have always thought about writing to ask for a tour. You may like to do that! The City still has some interesting places to explore. You may like to go on a "London Walk"; brochures are available in many places, including downstairs in St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square, and the Tourist Office at St Paul's Cathedral. You can choose which walk will interest you most. The South Bank around Shakespeare's Globe area is interesting, with some old ruins - for example, the Bishop of Winchester's Palace. (Close to Borough Market for food and the Clink Prison; and the Golden Hinde.) Enjoy your visit - too little time, so much to do!

UK/England - NEED HELP!?

Q) I was wandering, to all those who live or who have been to England/UK, what are the best places there? Imparticularly London. What are the best suburbs, bad suburbs, dangerous suburbs in London? What the weather like there all yr around, how expensive are things there (ive heard its high), like food and other accessories, like petrol prices? What places are a MUST to visit and other attractions and things to do there? Whats driving like there and speed limits etc. BTW, im from Sydney Australia

A) First thing you need to keep in mind is that there are two very distinct ways to live in the UK: a) in London b) anywhere else. London is like a complete differrent country in relation to the rest of the UK, in terms of all aspects of life. For me, yes London is the best place to live and I wouldn't change it for any other place in the UK. It's actually the most exciting place I have visited in my entire life. But obviously you need to keep in mind the rediculously high cost of living (Yes. You have heard correctly) and high crime rates, especially in some areas. As a general rule, London is safer from Thames northbound than South London is, but if you move to the North to areas that are too far from the centre, you have the same problems there. Essentially, as a planner, I have to say that planning in London is quite racist, as central London is absolutely fan-bloody-tastic and the rest of the city is - sorry to say so - crap. So Central London is obviously the place to be, but as it is unrealistic to rent a decent place there (unless you share with other 4 flatmates, as the prices are a complete joke), try to look in North and West London Zones 2 and 3 (2 is better than 3, but still quite pricey). Places like Kilburn and Queens Park are quite safe and close to the centre. But they are not the cheapest places in London. East London is quite dodgy, but do not omit to at least visit Brick Lane and Shoreditch for a few good nights out. Also, in East London you might find a decent flat in Stoke Newington, which is still quite cheap and not as rough as say, Dalston. The weather in London is fine in UK terms, but obviously you need to keep in mind that as a whole, the weather is crap in the UK. So, even in the South East, expect a long and cold winter. It can be tough, especially since you are coming from the sunny part of the globe! However North England is defo much much worse. Places that are a MUST in London: Chelsea, Camden, West End (Covent Garden, Strand, Soho, Piccadilly, Holborn, Oxford Circus, Tottenham Court Road), Brick Lane, South Bank, South Kensington. Try to also go to Greenwich, Hampstead and Highgate. Many more can go on the list. Attractions that are a MUST in London: Big Ben, Tate Modern, London Bridge, Tower of London, London Eye,... Doh...... can't possibly write everything down. I haven't even started mentioning MY personal favourites. You better get a copy of the Time Out London guide. Other places that are a MUST to see in the UK: Edinburgh, Cambridge, Brighton, Bristol, Manchester, York, Bath. In terms of speed limits, they are relatively low. There is a helpful table on the Highway Code website that covers anything you need to know: http://www.highwaycode.gov.uk/09.htm Finally, food and accessories are general pricey, as is everything in London, but the city is so diverse that you will no doubt find decent cheap bites and other stuff you need in reasonable prices. You just have to go out there and start looking. Overall, it is a very exciting place to be. I am sorry if this all sounds too confusing or too stressful. I promise it gets easy once you get here!

How much money to bring to England (for casual spending)?

Q) I will be traveling to England for a month, and I'm wondering around how much money I should bring. I am a teenager, so my parents will be paying for mainly the tourist attractions and etc, and we already have a place to say, but how much is a good amount to bring for casual spending. i.e, shopping, occasional food, etc. (I will be mainly staying in London) Thanks.

A) It would be an understatement to say that London is expensive. London is more expensive than anything you can imagine. Seriously. Even the tourist attractions are priced crazy. (I want to say that the Tower of London is almost US $40 per person, but I can't remember for sure.) Remember, 1 British pound = more than $2 US. So, when you want to buy a .5l bottle of coke (smaller than a US 20 oz) the price will be somewhere around 1.80 pounds. Yes, you will pay almost $3.50 for a bottle of coke. Don't even bother with taxis. Use the "tube" or "underground" (their subway system.) Since you'll be staying for a month, I recommend buying an Oyster card (available at underground stations.) Familiarize yourself with the stops and changes along the tube. You can be almost anywhere pretty quickly. I didn't do a whole lot of shopping after I saw the prices, so I really can't give you much advice on that. Food, well fish and chips is a must - its delicious.

Going to Europe in two weeks and I have many questions for your EXPERTS!?

Q) Leaving for European Vacation in 2 weeks. Destinations: Madrid, Spain - 4 Nts Seville, Spain - 4 Nts London, England - 5 Nts Paris, France - 4 Nts Luxemburg, Germany - 2 Nt Thuringen, Germany - 4 Nts Nuremberg, Gernmany - 3 Nts Rome, Italy - 5 Nts. We plan on hitting all the main attractions in the cities like Paris, London, and Rome. But do not have any clue in Madrid, Seville, or Thuringen. Also, if you have ideas for London, Rome, and Paris that aren't obvious (ie: Eiffel Tower) I would love some feedback. Also, any great hotels in Seville that you may know of. And any tips or pointers you have. This trip is over a month long and we're doing a lot, but what I think is really important is on my birthday I will be in Rome and want to do something AMAZING! hope you have some great suggestions. Thanks :)

A) London: Soho shopping. (Ok, so I am female). How about the National Gallery for art? Also the National Maritime Museum. The London Eye. NEAR Paris: the Palace of Versailles. It's about 1 hour train ride outside of Paris, use the metro (very easy btw). The Palace was extremely gorgeous, much better than the Eiffel Tower in my opinion. Also Champs d'Elysees (famous street for shopping). Notre Dame And obviously, the Louvre.

Must See Tourist Attractions? (UK)?

Q) I am going to Edinburgh Scotland for 7 days and London England for 5 days in March. I know about the big stuff to see (Tower of London, Edinburgh Castle, Big Ben etc.), but if you've ever been to either place, what are some of the more "out of the way" places you'd recommend? Restaurant suggestions? In London, we're staying in Kensington and in Edinburgh, New Town. This is my first time out of the States and I'm pretty adventurous. Any suggestions welcome. :o) Thanks!

A) This past August my mom and I went to the UK for a couple of weeks, and Edinburgh and London were my favorite places by far. In Edinburgh, I recommend taking a tour of Mary King's Close, which is a network of underground closes (alleyways) that are said to be very haunted. These closes are the now the foundation of The Royal Stock Exchange. It's quite hidden in the dozens of closes off of The Royal Mile, near the center of Edinburgh. If you ask a local, or a tour guide, most likely they will know where it is. When you are in London, I strongly recommend visiting St. Paul's Cathedral. The interior is beautiful, and has a lot of history, but no one can take pictures. St. Paul's Cathedral was where Princess Diana and Prince Charles got married. I also recommend Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park (home of Kensington Palace and the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain). If you are adventurous enough to take the Underground you should stop at Edgeware Road, where there is a large Lebanese/Persian/Arabic neighborhood. The food and the people are amazing. London is a very multicultural city. If you have quite a lot of money to spend, then I suggest taking a stroll down Oxford Street. This street is miles of pure shopping and restaurants. Everything from expensive fashion boutiques and department stores to expensive restaurants, cozy cafes, and fast food places are offered here. I suggest Selfrige & Co., which is a gigantic department store that offers everything, but bring a lot of money (at least 100 pounds, or 195 dollars) if you want to buy anything nice or big. London's extremely expensive Since you will go in March I advise you to bring an umbrella (Especially in Edinburgh). You will need it! I hope I helped a little. Have fun! =)

If I were to visit England over the Easter weekend how many things would be shut down due to religious reasons

Q) I'm thinking of going from March 31st to April 7th, which goes over Good Friday. I think a day of just walking around London may be an ok thing to do if tourist attractions are closed and such for the holiday, but I didn't know if that would happen for sure. Anyone know?

A) England, or the United Kingdom for that matter, is much like the US and Canada. It's a culture of convenience, and although stores aren't usually open as late, they are usually open. I live in the United Kingdom, and it's not something I usually pay attention to, but chances are that small shops will be closed on Easter Sunday, however stores like Asda, Tesco, Boots (large chains) will most likely be open for some hours. Pubs, bars and clubs ought to be open. I mean, heck, this is Britain! My advice, don't worry about it. Most touristy things ought to be open during the weekend, but probably not on Easter day, but that is to be expected.