London Trip!

So I finally booked a ticket to London (first time ever!!!) and I got an Air BnB that I'm happy with. Now, what do I need to see? Show wise, what are the good shows playing, etc. I know seeing Harry Potter is near impossible, and it's coming to Broadway, so I can wait. But what other shows are playing that are likely not to come to NYC? Also, any insider tips on what to see, how to get around, cabs/Ubers, airport info, etc.

I would post this question in the "West End" chat board also, they may be better equipped to give you a more informed opinion.

"Also, any insider tips on what to see, how to get around, cabs/Ubers, airport info, etc."



The underground (subway) is best way to get around and inexpensive. My wife and I got car service from airport to the hotel, forget the name but if you want it I will ask her for it. I would also highly recommend The Rubens Hotel which is by Buckingham Palace. ( stayed there in 2012 and 2016)

Updated On: 3/26/17 at 12:43 PM

I should say as well, if you buy a London travelcard for the tube (underground) you can use it on the buses too, for no extra charge.

Museums. National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery at the very least. Free entry.

Walk around Kensington Gardens, see the palace, the Peter Pan statue, the Diana fountain and then maybe head across the park to the Royal Albert Hall for a backstage tour.

St.Paul's Cathedral - it's worth the £18 to walk around in awe and climb the winding stairs all the way up the iconic dome. Westminster Abbey would be another £18 but alternatively you can just attend a scheduled service and have respectful glance around at no cost.

If you're a Harry Potter fan, you should see the Warner Bros. Harry Potter Tour, at the studios where the movies were actually filmed, real sets and all. If you're a real fanatic, also go to King's Cross Station to see Platform 9¾.

If you're a history buff or interested in the Royal Family, take the train (an hour's journey) to Windsor Castle and take the tour, and you'll also see the graves of Henry VIII, and numerous other monarchs at St.George's Chapel. If you're there in June, you can apply for tickets to the Garter Day Parade where the Queen and practically the whole Royal Family strut around in their finery along with the "great and the good".

If you plan on seeing Buckingham Palace, it's best to walk down the mall from Trafalgar Square - by taking the tube to the nearest station you approach from behind which gives a less spectacular first impression.

"But the Harry Potter thing sounds awesome, and I love architecture, so I want to see all the buildings, etc.

Went in 2012 and it is really cool, expect to spend at least 3 hrs there and have a butterbeer also -lol

"You say that like it's a bad thing! Sold! You say that like it's a bad thing! Sold! "

Sorry did not mean it to sound like a bad thing, it is really good !!

Hi,

Not sure if my recommendation is too late now. The London transport system is quite good, rail, underground or buses, just make sure you get a travelcard or Oyster card.

Check out the National history museum, the V&A, and the science museum all in South Kensington.

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