Houses of Parliament
The headquarters of one of the oldest democracies in the world, dubbed the 'Mother of all Parliaments'. When Parliament is in session, visitors can queue at the Strangers Galleries for admission to debates in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
Oxford Street
Eye-catching Selfridges has a grand exterior leading onto seven floors of cosmetics, fashion and home wares, plus 19 different places to eat. All the top chain stores reside between Oxford Circus and Marble Arch.
Covent Garden
A lively focal point for a diverse range of shops and stalls, as well as countless restaurants, bars and cafés. At the Piazza, musicians, comedians, pavement artists and jugglers draw the crowds.
Bankside
Bankside buzzes with choices to suit everyone… Shakespeare’s Globe, Tate Modern, Vinopolis wine tasting experience, the Golden Hinde, the Clink Prison at London Bridge and the amazing Borough Market.
Chinatown
Lunchtime restaurants overflow with dim sum fans, delicacies such as pork and prawn dumplings and crunchy fried fish balls. In the evening, restaurants cater for quick, pre-theatre snacks or sumptuous multi-coursed banquets.
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