The most beautiful trips from London
What to do and experience in London and the surrounding area
London, as one of the largest cities in Europe, offers a large number of interesting places and sights. In addition, it is possible to take a number of beautiful trips. Let's take a look at the most beautiful trips you can take from London
Walk along the Thames
London promenade around the river
Most of the historic capitals have at least one larger river flowing, and a walk along its banks will usually take you to the very center of the city. Not even London escapes and its Thames forms the typical character of the city. There is a pedestrian promenade along both banks of the Thames, so you can enjoy the view of historical monuments as well as modern skyscrapers undisturbed, or sit on a bench for a while. My private tip is to come here early in the morning, because you won't meet crowds of tourists here, just a few Londoners jogging. continue reading
A tour of Cambridge
Famous university town with history
The breathtaking city of Cambridge, with a reputation far ahead, is a good choice if you have already visited London and want to discover something new within easy reach. But the homeland of the world-famous Cambridge University or an explanatory English dictionary of it offers much to explore. Here you will find countless old dormitory buildings that will take you back in history for several centuries, as well as peaceful river canals with boats reminiscent of Venice. continue reading
A trip to the cliffs of Seven Sisters
Walk on the white cliffs
The white, towering rocks are usually the first to welcome visitors to the British Isles, coming from the European continent through the English Channel. On a clear day, the white color of the cliffs glows into the distance, and in bad weather, they are shrouded in fog, where they become invisible. A walk along the top of these cliffs from Eastbourne to Birling Gap is a light 4-kilometer afternoon entertainment with plenty of breathtaking views in distance and depth. It's such an ideal 1-day trip from London, 1.5 hours by train. continue reading
A tour of Dover
Entrance gate to a British island
The port city of Dover is located closest to the shores of France and therefore the city of Calais. The English Channel is just 34 km away from the cities. In Dover we find a large dock, where both ferries arrive and there is a canal with submarine train traffic. The chalk-white cliffs at Dover are the first to welcome visitors to the British Isles. But what all this town offers visitors can be found in the content of this article. continue reading
A tour of Brighton
Seaside resort near London
If you are in London and want to enjoy a little sea and summer seaside atmosphere, a trip to Brighton is definitely a good idea. This city is south of London, just an hour's train ride from the city center. You can look forward to long pebble beaches, attractions such as Matějská, bars and countless seagulls, which simply belong to the city. continue reading
A tour of Windsor and Eton
Royal residence and prestigious boys' school
An interesting day trip outside the gates of London is undoubtedly a visit to the town of Winsdor with the royal residence in its center and together with the prestigious boys' high school in Eton lying across the river. From London, you can easily get here by train with the Southwest railway line in less than an hour to the west. The city is frequently visited by tourists, especially in nice weather. continue reading
Unconventional activities in London
Free or cheap
London is generally a relatively expensive city in terms of traditional experiences. Admission to landmarks such as the Tower of London or the London Eye is around £ 25 or more. Our several-month stay in London has allowed us to explore the city more, so I give you some tips on interesting attractions that are much cheaper or completely free and worth visiting. continue reading
London parks
The most beautiful parks in the center and around the city
London is one of the greenest cities in Europe, so here you will find almost every corner a smaller or larger park or garden, where you can hide from the hustle and bustle of the city. British gardening and park maintenance has a long tradition and is evident on every corner. Deciduous trees that are several decades old are the order of the day, a well-kept lawn, which, unlike us, can be stepped on or sitting on, you will find all this and much more here. There must be ponds and all kinds of birds and famous squirrels. continue reading
Bike trip in the south east of England
Along the coast in Kent
If you are looking for a place to go on a bike trip near London and enjoy the beautiful views with a minimum of people, then the eastern tip of Kent along the coast is the right choice. We chose the town of Whistable as a starting point and continued along the sea shore along the bike path to the cute village of Broadstairs. On the way, we looked forward to a tour of the ruins of the Reculver towers, which are freely accessible. Along the way, we enjoyed views of the open sea, bays and beaches with white cliffs. continue reading
Worthing tour
Quiet seaside town
In the summer months, when temperatures rise above 25 ° C, Londoners try to leave the hot city and run to cool off to the sea. From the center you can get to the south coast by train in about 1h-1: 30h. Larger cities attract crowds and for example Brighton is a famous party city. I chose the smaller quiet town of Worthing, which lies southwest of London, for a relaxing summer day by the sea. Here you will find long pebble beaches, parks and excursions to traditional British-style seaside towns. continue reading
A tour of Southampton
A large harbor in Hampshire
In the south of England in the county of Hampshire, less than 2 hours drive from London, you will find one of the largest ports in Southampton. The history of the port city dates back to the deep Middle Ages, when in the 13th century it was the largest English port. At present, the port is still very active, both for shipping and for industry. The city center combines medieval stone walls and a modern shopping center next to each other. continue reading
