London

Noisy, vibrant and truly multicultural, London is a megalopolis of people, ideas and frenetic energy. The capital and largest city of both England and of the United Kingdom, it is also the largest city in Western Europe and the European Union. Most residents of Greater London are very proud of their capital, the multiculturalism of the city, and their membership of the European Union, despite 52% of the UK population as a whole who voted in a recent referendum choosing to leave the EU. It is unclear what the outcome of the referendum will be on London.

Brush up on the cultural etiquette for London and learn some lingo with National Geographic's Ultimate City Guide.

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A first time visitor's guide to Europe- What to expect on your first trip to Europe, plus tips for visiting Europe for the first time.

Stop and smell the roses.

London is often the first destination for Americans when they travel to Europe for the first time because they think it will be familiar and safe. Usually these Americans arrive in London and get shellshocked by how different London is based on their expectations. Movies and TV shows do a great job of portraying a London that doesn't actually exist and it can be very disorienting for inexperienced travelers.

Looking for a quick, easy info to plan your London trip? The Ultimate Cheat Sheet for your first trip to London includes itinerary tips, maps, & much more!

London was one of the first international destinations I visited as a young Loper. My first visit actually marked the beginning of a five week backpacking trip around England and … Read More

Madame Tussauds and Big Ben are just a couple places it's OK to miss if you're visiting London. Get the details about these tourist spots and more.

England is full of pageantry and tradition, and nowhere else is that on display so vividly than in London. Yet the capital of the United Kingdom is hardly living in the past, continually courting innovation and growth in its art, architecture, restaurants, and hotels. From the burgeoning East End to the well-established City Centre, T+L's London travel guide proves the world-class destination continues to evolve.