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The London Sightseeing Guide: 39 Unmissable Things to do in London
"đłđČđżâïžđđđ±The Sky Garden at 20 Fenchurch Street is a unique public space that spans three storeys and offers 360 degree uninterrupted views across the City of London. Visitors can wander around the exquisitely landscaped gardens, observation decks and an open air terrace of what is London's highest public gardenđČđłđŽđ±đâïžđż #skygarden #london #beautiful #views #restaurant #stunning #londonbridge #bigben #toweroflondon #theshard #mustsee. A post shared by Life FR (@life_fr_) on Jan 2, 2018 at 10:22am PST"
"20 Fenchurch Street was beautifully designed by renowned architect Rafael Viñoly. The building spans 37 storeys and rhubarb occupies the top three levels alongside the public space known as Sky Garden, which provides 45,000 sq ft of high level amenity space. Visitors can wander around the exquisitely landscaped gardens with 360 degree panoramic views of London and all of the flora and fauna they need!"
"Sky Garden is one of the modern but still equally famous attractions in London. Since its opening in 2015 on the 43rd floor of the "Walkie Talkie" building, the Sky Garden has gained a lot of popularity and has become one of London's best gardens to visit. This attraction serves as a public park for visitors on top of a commercial building."
"When Chin Chin first opened their first place in a former condom shop (yes, really) in Camden their crazy take on making ice cream with liquid nitrogen may have been pre-Instagram but it was still an almost instant sensation. The thing is that it's not just a party trick, the ice cream they make here really does taste smoother because there are no ice crystals. They've also used their USP to devise a clever way of chilling ice cream down to a level that it can actually be sent by post."
"The original Camden parlour is now back open for fans of Chin Chinâs famous ice creams (churned with the aid of liquid nitrogen for a rich, dense, almost chewy texture.) They are available by the scoop with toppings, but there are also a dozen or so full-on dishes making use of them, from a tiramisu sundae to nachos with chargrilled pineapple, salted-caramel sauce, dark-chocolate ice cream and blue-corn waffle tacos. Open Friday â Sunday, 12 p.m."
"The menu at this Soho dessert stop features a lot of the delicious treats mentioned on this blog, but most famous are their biskies â a biscuit/cookie/cake hybrid filled with tasty buttercream, jams and caramels. Flavours include passion fruit and salted caramel, apple crumble, chocolate lava and miso caramel. If youâre feeling extra naughty, order one of their indulgent freakshakes to go with it."
"Each one features two biscuit pieces closing in on a layer of cream to create a beautiful dessert sandwich. Theyâre the perfect sugary pick-me-up and come in a selection of creative flavours. Try the rich billionaire dreambar, which is served with an extra layer of chocolate in the middle."
"You'd be bonkers not to try one of their famous 'Biskies' (a merge between a cake and a biscuit - v moreish) while sitting in their secret garden."
"Everyone loves a good reinvention story, and Peckham Levels has a great one, having been transformed from a multi-storey car park into a bustling market and entrepreneurs hub. Itâs run by the same folk behind Pop Brixton, so itâs no surprise that you find the same emphasis on some of Londonâs best up and coming foodie ventures. Donât miss Nandine which serves up amazing contemporary Kurdish food or Lords of PokĂ© for amazing pokĂ© bowls (pictured above)."
"It's not always easy to pinpoint why some coffee shops end up becoming your favourite spot while others don't â sometimes it's because that's where you happened to go for a coffee after you'd slept with your partner for the very first time, other times it's because that's where you happened to go for a coffee after you'd slept with your partner for the very last time. Regardless, there's a few coffee shops in London that just feel right. Stone Bros is one of those places."
"Restaurants Bakeries Dalston. It may be little more than a hole-in-the-wall behind Ridley Road market in Dalston, but Araratâs Middle Eastern-style flatbreads (they call them ânaansâ) are the stuff of legend and find their way into countless restaurants and shops across town â as well serving the needs of hungry local boozehounds. The action centres around a huge rotating oven and a trestle table where the naans are bagged up (hot ones are wrapped in paper, cold ones come in environmentally friendly plastic bags)."
"This poky bakery on Ridley Road Market does some of the best flatbreads in the whole of London. This is the spot to visit if youâre in the market for a bread thatâs wonderfully chewy, easy to tear-and-share, and practically begging to be dragged through a pool of hummus. Affable owner Chaudhry Zafar Iqbal has perfected each and every blistered bread that comes out of Araratâs intimidating naan oven."
"This tiny operation on Dalstonâs thrumming Ridley Road Market serves Londonâs most outstanding flatbread. Blistered, pillowy, light, soft â the run of adjectives could go on and on â and wrapped with egg, garlic, or finely-minced meat if a quick lunch is needed, nothing else is needed."
"Today we are going to explore even more of Londonâs central highlights, including the British Museum, Covent Garden, St. Paulâs Cathedral, and Shakespeareâs Globe. Today all of the attractions are within walking distance but you may want to use public transit to reach some of them. It may also be a good day to use a hop-on hop-off bus if you have a free ticket with the London Pass as the bus routes go to or near all the attractions on todayâs route."
"Day 1: Arrive in London, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, the London EyeDay 2: Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Whitehall, Covent GardenDay 3: Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Borough Market, Tate Modern, St. Paulâs Cathedral, Sky GardenDay 4: National Gallery, Greenwich, Prime Meridian, Up at the O2Day 5: British Museum, Portobello Road Market, Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrodâs"
"After a relaxing treatment at the spa, head on over to Covent Garden for an afternoon of fun and experiences. First, why not check out the upscale shops and possibly splurge on a thing or two!. Afterall, your 4 day London itinerary is the perfect time to get some shopping done!. Lulu Guinness is my favorite â one of the only shops left in the world!"
"Spitalfields now has a selection of 10 street-food traders right at its heart. Berber & Q, Breddos Tacos, Dumpling Shack and Rök are a few familiar faces, but there are new names, too, including seasonal fresh pasta from Sood Family, simple Asian dishes from Bar Barbarian and indulgent desserts from Happy Endings. Donât miss out on nose-to-tail hearty dishes from Flank (by Brighton chef Tom Griffiths), including bone-marrow crumpets with tender beef cheeks and Marmite sauce."
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Pete Gloria used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Old Spitalfields Market is a historic venue in East London, offering the unique opportunity to shop local, artisanal, and vintage. Much more than just a shopping destination, Old Spitalfields is for the curator at heart, with exciting events that include the pop-up Urban Makers, spirit tastings at the Butchery, and a weekend social ride that begins at the market."
"One of Londonâs best street food markets is by far Old Spitafields, which is open every day from 10 am. Located in Horner Square, the market is at walking distance from Liverpool Street Train and Tube station, and it can also be reached from Shoreditch, Whitechapel and Aldgate. It isnât just a food market, let alone a street food market."
"If youâre a big fan of croissants, then the Pasty Parlour is a must for your Little Black Book. One of Londonâs best bakeries, everything is baked fresh on-site daily and their pastries are said to rival the originals from across the channel. 8 Piazza Walk, London E1 8FU; thepastryparlour.co.uk"
"Mini ĂphĂ©mĂšre, a lemon and yuzu meringue and cream version of the Merveilleux. Finding a delicious sweet treat for less than ÂŁ2 anywhere in London is rare but finding something that will put your sweet tooth into a trance in South Kensington for ÂŁ1.20 is some kind of miracle. At Aux Merveilleux de Fred, the mini versions of their namesake confections are so light â and inexpensive â that you can indulge without guilt."
"For the melt-in-the-mouth pastry experience only a true French chef such as FrĂ©dĂ©ric Vaucamps can achieve, book yourself in at Aux Merveilleux de Fred. Famed for their brioches, meringues and truffles, which are must-buys, the whole menu is highly acclaimed. Do yourself a favour and get some takeaway buns to enjoy as you travel around the rest of the city â they are truly merveilleux."
"This dog-friendly east London cafĂ© is certainly one to add to your London vegan food roster. Not only is there a full vegan English breakfast, complete with crispy hash browns, roasted plum tomatoes and grilled sourdough dripping in creamy vegan butter, they also serve seriously generous portions, leaving even the hungriest of customers full. Thereâs far more than fry ups on offer, though: the spicy coconut ramen is a delightful winter warmer, served with silky tofu, shiitake mushrooms and thick udon noodles deliciously slurped up when drizzled in hot chilli oil."
"Also owned by the Villa Bianca Group is Piccola Ristorante Pizzeria Napoletana in Hampstead. This Hampstead Italian restaurant still offers a nice dining experience but it is slightly more casual compared to the actual Villa Bianca restaurant as it has more of a traditional Italian Pizzeria feel to it. Well located on Heath Street just 1 minute from Hampstead Tube Station Piccola Ristorante Hampstead offers a large selection of Pizzas as you would expect, as well as Pasta dishes and many other delicious and fresh dishes so add this on your list of Italian Restaurants in Hampstead to visit!"
"Address: 434 High Road, London HA9 6AH (Near Wembley Central Tube station). On the menu: Kentucky Fried Chicken is globally recognised for its secret mix of herbs and spices. There are meals for one and meals for sharing, with mulitple sides."
"If you've ever opened one of Yotam Ottolenghi's cookbooks, you'll have an idea of what you're in for here. Food is full of color and spices, rooted in the Middle East but open to new ideas, and wines are natural-leaning and sourced from small producers. And of course the most important items: the decadent cakes (one isn't enough. Before you leave, pick up some supplies from the deli: jars of fragrant dukkah and zaâatar, plus the lemon and vanilla marmalade."
"One of Londonâs most recognisable chefs and a cook, author, and restaurateur who sits alongside Gordon Ramsay, Nigella Lawson, and Jamie Oliver as a food star with mass, international appeal. For that reason, the cafe-restaurant mini-chain that carries his name registers on the touristâs radar. For good reason, as this is not just a branding ruse."