Guidebook for London
Sightseeing
Daily street performers. Great shopping places, especially for food and make-up.
955 locals recommend
Covent Garden
41 James StDaily street performers. Great shopping places, especially for food and make-up.
Visit Camden Lock, Camden Markets and the lovely pubs along the high street or over the canal
583 locals recommend
Camden Town
Camden High StreetVisit Camden Lock, Camden Markets and the lovely pubs along the high street or over the canal
25 mins walk or a short bus / tube journey. Great shops and department stores for London shopping.
1427 locals recommend
Oxford Street
Oxford Street25 mins walk or a short bus / tube journey. Great shops and department stores for London shopping.
Situated next to Big Ben, Westminster Abbey is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church holding daily services with a beautiful and grand interior.
668 locals recommend
Westminster Abbey
20 Deans YdSituated next to Big Ben, Westminster Abbey is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church holding daily services with a beautiful and grand interior.
The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Is a great way of seeing London and its ever growing sky line. Short tube ride from flat.
2099 locals recommend
London Eye
The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Is a great way of seeing London and its ever growing sky line. Short tube ride from flat.
Entertainment & Activities
ZSL London Zoo
Outer CircleZSL London Zoo - perfect for a family/couples day out!
Science Museum
Exhibition RoadThe Science Museum is FREE! A must-see especially for the kids
Have a magical day out with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Harry Potter films. Step inside some of the films' locations including the Great Hall, Dumbledore's office and Hagrid's hut. Direct train from Euston to Watford Junction (20 mins). Booking in advance required.
190 locals recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
Studio Tour DriveHave a magical day out with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Harry Potter films. Step inside some of the films' locations including the Great Hall, Dumbledore's office and Hagrid's hut. Direct train from Euston to Watford Junction (20 mins). Booking in advance required.
The London Dungeon is a key tourist attraction in London, which recreates various gory and macabre historical events in a gallows humour style. It uses a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides. Booking in advance advised
234 locals recommend
The London Dungeon
Westminster Bridge RoadThe London Dungeon is a key tourist attraction in London, which recreates various gory and macabre historical events in a gallows humour style. It uses a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides. Booking in advance advised
A natural swimming pond in the middle of Kings Cross. The pond is open Monday-Friday from 8am-8.30pm, and Saturday-Sunday from 8am-dusk. Booking in advance advisable.
17 locals recommend
Kings Cross Pond Club
A natural swimming pond in the middle of Kings Cross. The pond is open Monday-Friday from 8am-8.30pm, and Saturday-Sunday from 8am-dusk. Booking in advance advisable.
If you want to catch the latest films - head to the cinema in Angel. Handily situated in a shopping centre with a variety of restaurants for before or after the movie!
137 locals recommend
Vue Cinema London - Islington
36 Parkfield StIf you want to catch the latest films - head to the cinema in Angel. Handily situated in a shopping centre with a variety of restaurants for before or after the movie!
Arts & Culture
Another FREE museum. Learn all about natural history and evolution!
1954 locals recommend
Natural History Museum
Cromwell RoadAnother FREE museum. Learn all about natural history and evolution!
Lots of our guests have visited here and had a great experience. Its about a 7 minute walk from the flat.
430 locals recommend
The British Library
96 Euston RdLots of our guests have visited here and had a great experience. Its about a 7 minute walk from the flat.
History and transformation of London's transport! Great for adults and children alike.
95 locals recommend
London Transport Museum
The PiazzaHistory and transformation of London's transport! Great for adults and children alike.
It is a lovely small and intimate theatre and the shows are always imaginative and engaging. Superb for young children and great for a first young theatre experience
61 locals recommend
Little Angel Theatre
14 Dagmar PassageIt is a lovely small and intimate theatre and the shows are always imaginative and engaging. Superb for young children and great for a first young theatre experience
The Almeida Theatre, opened in 1980, is a 325-seat studio theatre with an international reputation. Its intimacy is great for plays and short productions
224 locals recommend
Almeida Theatre
Almeida StreetThe Almeida Theatre, opened in 1980, is a 325-seat studio theatre with an international reputation. Its intimacy is great for plays and short productions
The exhibitions are of contemporary paintings, photographs and sculpture. The focus is upon artists from Europe and Asia but holds many exhibitions throughout the year.
12 locals recommend
James Freeman Gallery
354 Upper StThe exhibitions are of contemporary paintings, photographs and sculpture. The focus is upon artists from Europe and Asia but holds many exhibitions throughout the year.
The only London gallery dedicated exclusively to exhibiting sculptures. Most works are in aluminium if bronze and shows exhibitions all year round.
14 locals recommend
Pangolin London
90 York WayThe only London gallery dedicated exclusively to exhibiting sculptures. Most works are in aluminium if bronze and shows exhibitions all year round.
The Foundling Museum in London tells the story of the Foundling Hospital, the UK's first children's charity and first public art gallery.
41 locals recommend
The Foundling Museum
40 Brunswick SquareThe Foundling Museum in London tells the story of the Foundling Hospital, the UK's first children's charity and first public art gallery.
Showcasing London's Canal history by venturing inside a narrowboat cabin and learning about the people who lived and worked on the waterways.
80 locals recommend
London Canal Museum
12/13 New Wharf RdShowcasing London's Canal history by venturing inside a narrowboat cabin and learning about the people who lived and worked on the waterways.
Fantastic theatre - check out the website to see the current shows!
15 locals recommend
King's Cross Theatre
Goods WayFantastic theatre - check out the website to see the current shows!
Drinks & Nightlife
Royal George
Eversholt StreetTraditional pub close to the flat.
BrewDog Camden serves an incredible array of international craft brews and BrewDog favourites. They offer a menu of burgers and hot dogs as well as their signature cheese boards to match with your beers.
50 locals recommend
BrewDog Camden
113 Bayham StBrewDog Camden serves an incredible array of international craft brews and BrewDog favourites. They offer a menu of burgers and hot dogs as well as their signature cheese boards to match with your beers.
Strange but wonderful cocktail concoctions!
42 locals recommend
London Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue
224a Shaftesbury AveStrange but wonderful cocktail concoctions!
Cocktails! Great happy hour and variety of cocktails in this quirky bar.
48 locals recommend
Simmons Bar | Kings Cross
32 Caledonian RoadCocktails! Great happy hour and variety of cocktails in this quirky bar.
Dedicated cider bar with cask ales and draught beers. Some spirits and wines available too.
35 locals recommend
Euston Tap
190 Euston RdDedicated cider bar with cask ales and draught beers. Some spirits and wines available too.
A Highbury pub with a theatrical spirit! DJs, jukebox, stand-up comedy and theatre well known at this pub.
41 locals recommend
The Hen & Chickens Theatre Bar
109 St Paul's RdA Highbury pub with a theatrical spirit! DJs, jukebox, stand-up comedy and theatre well known at this pub.
Hammerton Brewery
149 Roman WayFantastic brewery offering tours and great beers.
Great family run pub with live Irish music. Known for its amazing Thai food showing a more quirky side of London.
72 locals recommend
Hemingford Arms
158 Hemingford RdGreat family run pub with live Irish music. Known for its amazing Thai food showing a more quirky side of London.
Lovely traditional British pub with a huge beer garden. A must visit in London for an amazing Sunday Roast.
167 locals recommend
The Albion
10 Thornhill RdLovely traditional British pub with a huge beer garden. A must visit in London for an amazing Sunday Roast.
Its advised to book in advance for this amazing upmarket cocktail bar.
44 locals recommend
London Cocktail Club
108 Essex RoadIts advised to book in advance for this amazing upmarket cocktail bar.
Food Scene
The Gilbert Scott
Euston RoadAmazing food and great for a special occasion!
Drake & Morgan at King's Cross
6 Pancras SqLovely food at mid-range price.
Amazing burgers inspired by British produce and a mini menu for kids!
51 locals recommend
Honest Burgers - King's Cross
251 Pentonville RdAmazing burgers inspired by British produce and a mini menu for kids!
Camino
290 - 292 King's Cross BridgeGreat for a light bite of tapas and a fantastic wine list!
Visit here for breakfast, lunch, dinner, small plates - or cocktails and wine!
67 locals recommend
Riding House Café
43-51 Great Titchfield St.Visit here for breakfast, lunch, dinner, small plates - or cocktails and wine!
Sourced Market
Pancras RoadBreakfast at Sourced Market - coffee, pastries and cheese
Leyas
20 Camden High StGreat for Brunch and just 10-15 mins walk from the flat
Frederick's
106 Camden PsgeFantastic food and great wine list!
Fantastic food served at the German Gymnasium, from hot dogs, burgers and schnitzel to other traditional food. Great restaurant and definitely one to visit.
15 locals recommend
1 King's Blvd
1 King's BoulevardFantastic food served at the German Gymnasium, from hot dogs, burgers and schnitzel to other traditional food. Great restaurant and definitely one to visit.
Dishoom is a must-visit Bombay Café which serves delicious food. Head here for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Takeaway options available.
219 locals recommend
Dishoom King's Cross
5 Stable StDishoom is a must-visit Bombay Café which serves delicious food. Head here for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Takeaway options available.
Intimate pub with coal fires, old photos and a pre-decimal till, plus an upstairs theatre.
75 locals recommend
King's Head Theatre
115 Upper StIntimate pub with coal fires, old photos and a pre-decimal till, plus an upstairs theatre.
Great pub with large outdoor terrace or indoor open seating area under the spectacular arches of St Pancras station.
22 locals recommend
The Betjeman Arms
Euston RoadGreat pub with large outdoor terrace or indoor open seating area under the spectacular arches of St Pancras station.
Showcasing the best of British streetfood. Open from April-September.
22 locals recommend
KERB King's Cross
Showcasing the best of British streetfood. Open from April-September.
With a New York style vibe, this place is great to grab brunch or a quick coffee. The baked eggs are a must have.
186 locals recommend
Caravan King's Cross
1 Granary SquareWith a New York style vibe, this place is great to grab brunch or a quick coffee. The baked eggs are a must have.
Spacious, industrial-chic restaurant with expanded kitchen and a creative, vegetable-based menu.
73 locals recommend
Grain Store
1-3 Stable StreetSpacious, industrial-chic restaurant with expanded kitchen and a creative, vegetable-based menu.
Pizza Union
246-250 Pentonville RdYummy pizzas in a cool and quirky venue
The Megaro Eatery
27 Euston RdYummy food and drink!
Chinese and Malaysian restaurant, in London Evening Standard's top 20 eats!
29 locals recommend
Roti King
40 Doric WayChinese and Malaysian restaurant, in London Evening Standard's top 20 eats!
Granger & Co was created by Australian chef Bill Granger - breakfast, lunch and dinner available.
58 locals recommend
Granger & Co. Kings Cross
7 Pancras SquareGranger & Co was created by Australian chef Bill Granger - breakfast, lunch and dinner available.
Drink, Shop & Do is something a little different. Visit this all day café and designer shop. They also hold evening craft classes. Check their website for more details.
68 locals recommend
Drink, Shop & Do
9 Caledonian RdDrink, Shop & Do is something a little different. Visit this all day café and designer shop. They also hold evening craft classes. Check their website for more details.
Shopping
Chapel Market Sunday 10am til 2pm. Islington Farmers' Market was the first Farmer's Market to open in London.
36 locals recommend
Islington Farmers' Market
Chapel MarketChapel Market Sunday 10am til 2pm. Islington Farmers' Market was the first Farmer's Market to open in London.
Chapel Market is a daily street food market in London. The market sells fruit, vegetables and fish, as well as bargain household goods and clothes.
136 locals recommend
Chapel Market
Chapel MarketChapel Market is a daily street food market in London. The market sells fruit, vegetables and fish, as well as bargain household goods and clothes.
Parks & Nature
Coram's Fields is a large urban open space in the London borough of Camden in central London. It occupies seven acres in Bloomsbury and includes a children's playground, sand pits, a duck pond, a pets corner, café and nursery.
67 locals recommend
Coram's Fields
93 Guilford StCoram's Fields is a large urban open space in the London borough of Camden in central London. It occupies seven acres in Bloomsbury and includes a children's playground, sand pits, a duck pond, a pets corner, café and nursery.
Thornhill Square
Thornhill SquareGreat area for a little walk and to get back to nature
Great park (next to London Zoo) with beautiful gardens, perfect for a picnic
1607 locals recommend
The Regent's Park
Great park (next to London Zoo) with beautiful gardens, perfect for a picnic
Take a lovely stroll through Kew Gardens (please visit website for prices). Stunning plants and even a play area for kids
637 locals recommend
Royal Botanic Gardens Car Park
Take a lovely stroll through Kew Gardens (please visit website for prices). Stunning plants and even a play area for kids