A tourist guide to London via Stanstead

London is one of the largest and most diverse cities in the world, with something for everyone. Whether you love history, culture, fashion or food, London has so much to offer that you could stay there for a year and still not see everything.

Best time to travel

London has spectacular events throughout the year and is always busy. Although the UK has seen more weather extremes in recent years, we generally don’t have very hot summers or very cold winters, so there isn’t a standout time of year to visit. If you like outdoor festivals go in summer, if you prefer cozy pubs with real fires go in winter. However, pack an umbrella or raincoat, regardless of the time of year. In the run up to Christmas, hotels book up very quickly and the city is noticeably busier, so this may be something to keep in mind. Flights are occasionally canceled in winter due to bad weather, so check the long-term weather forecast before booking.

Amazing attractions to see

There is only one place in London from which you can see the entire city: the London Eye. It’s not cheap, but London is one of the most expensive cities in the world and the Eye offers unique views. The South Bank Center hosts cutting-edge artistic, theatrical and musical performances by emerging artists and veterans alike.

You can easily lose hours exploring the exhibits. London’s museums are second to none. The British Museum has one of the largest, most varied and impressive collections of artefacts anywhere in the world, or if you want to get involved, try the Science Museum’s interactive exhibits for scale. If you’re visiting during the August bank holiday, be swept away by the Notting Hill Carnival. Europe’s biggest carnival is a force of nature, so beware: once you’re in, you may never come out!

Exquisite and Delicious Restaurants

For a dining experience like no other, visit Dans le noir. Blind staff guide you and serve you in a dark dining room from a menu with only four options: chef’s surprise, fish and shellfish, meat or vegetarian. The idea is to empower the senses and eliminate preconceived ideas about what you are eating by taking your eyes off. Wahaca is a Mexican restaurant, but different from all the ones I have visited before. Try the nopales and at least look and the amazing selection of tequila. For an unrestricted luxury experience, The Ivy in London’s West End offers a taste of the good life. If you want the night to take a racier turn afterwards, try the Crobar in Soho for “bourbon, beer and rock”. Not for the faint of heart.

Going Places in London from Stansted Airport

Connections from Stansted Airport to Liverpool Street Station run every 15 minutes and take 45 minutes. A cheaper option is to take a bus or coach. Taxis are available, as are car hire from Hertz, Avis, Eurocar and other providers, but keep in mind that Stansted is around 40 miles from central London and you’ll have to pay a congestion charge in certain areas of London. the city. When in town, the historic London Underground network is a great way to get around. Even on the outskirts of the city you are never very far from a station. North, East, South and West London each have a different feel. Hit the markets in trendy Camden or rub shoulders with the creative set in Shoreditch – the city is yours to explore.