Guidebook for London
Sightseeing
With picture postcard good looks and old school charm by the bucketload, Blackheath is one of London’s prettiest and most welcoming neighbourhoods.
163 locals recommend
Blackheath
Prince Charles RoadWith picture postcard good looks and old school charm by the bucketload, Blackheath is one of London’s prettiest and most welcoming neighbourhoods.
Greenwich has a distinctly happy laid back vibe. Meridian Line, the place where time begins and ends. Buzzing market square, enclosed by pavement cafes and boutiques, pubs. Transport links to the City
541 locals recommend
Greenwich
Greenwich has a distinctly happy laid back vibe. Meridian Line, the place where time begins and ends. Buzzing market square, enclosed by pavement cafes and boutiques, pubs. Transport links to the City
CW is an iconic part of London's skyline and, while it might be better known as the glass and steel headquarters of London's global financial centre, it's also one of the most coveted neighbourhoods.
651 locals recommend
Canary Wharf
1 Bank StCW is an iconic part of London's skyline and, while it might be better known as the glass and steel headquarters of London's global financial centre, it's also one of the most coveted neighbourhoods.
Entertainment & Activities
A surprising village oasis protected from the outside world by an almost complete ring of green space. Sleepy and suburban feel, a great selection of shops lining the High St. 20min to Lnd Bridge.
9 locals recommend
Chislehurst
A surprising village oasis protected from the outside world by an almost complete ring of green space. Sleepy and suburban feel, a great selection of shops lining the High St. 20min to Lnd Bridge.
Drinks & Nightlife
It was a place where actors, poets, prostitutes and spies lived and made merry. The first playhouse in Britain was built here in 1576, and some of Shakepeare's most famous plays were first shown here.
620 locals recommend
Shoreditch
It was a place where actors, poets, prostitutes and spies lived and made merry. The first playhouse in Britain was built here in 1576, and some of Shakepeare's most famous plays were first shown here.
A vibrant place with the most amazing Westfield shopping centre and the Olympic Park in its heart! 20min from our house by train.
101 locals recommend
Stratford
A vibrant place with the most amazing Westfield shopping centre and the Olympic Park in its heart! 20min from our house by train.
Food Scene
Home to a good smattering of chains, Islington has managed to maintain its neighbourhood character, as well as the individuality of many of its shops, bars and restaurants. Amazing place!
52 locals recommend
Islington
Home to a good smattering of chains, Islington has managed to maintain its neighbourhood character, as well as the individuality of many of its shops, bars and restaurants. Amazing place!
Vibrant village in North London. Independent shops. Amy Winehouse video was shot there. Daniel Defoe lived there who wrote Robinson Crusoe. Always popular with media and creative types. Close to Angel
81 locals recommend
Stoke Newington
Vibrant village in North London. Independent shops. Amy Winehouse video was shot there. Daniel Defoe lived there who wrote Robinson Crusoe. Always popular with media and creative types. Close to Angel
A mecca for foodies and culture seekers with innovative dining and cafe culture. The White Cube gallery and the Fashion and Textile Museum add to the area’s attractions. Close to Tower Bridge.
60 locals recommend
Bermondsey station
A mecca for foodies and culture seekers with innovative dining and cafe culture. The White Cube gallery and the Fashion and Textile Museum add to the area’s attractions. Close to Tower Bridge.
Parks & Nature
Oxleas Woods, SE18 accessed via Kenilworth Gardens, just at the top of Shrewsbury Lane. There is a small car park and a cafe (cash only!). Loads of amazing views over Kent, walks in the meadows and ancient woodland. There are also some outdoor gym machines sponsored by Adidas for those who like to stay active. So if you're into walking, worth visiting is the rose garden and Sevendrog Castle with some amazing history. You can read up on the history of Shooters Hill. It's much friendlier place these days compared to the times of petty thieves and highwaymen!
31 locals recommend
Oxleas Wood
Crown Woods LaneOxleas Woods, SE18 accessed via Kenilworth Gardens, just at the top of Shrewsbury Lane. There is a small car park and a cafe (cash only!). Loads of amazing views over Kent, walks in the meadows and ancient woodland. There are also some outdoor gym machines sponsored by Adidas for those who like to stay active. So if you're into walking, worth visiting is the rose garden and Sevendrog Castle with some amazing history. You can read up on the history of Shooters Hill. It's much friendlier place these days compared to the times of petty thieves and highwaymen!
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. One of the Royal Parks of London, and the first to be enclosed (in 1433), it covers 74 hectares (180 acres),[1] and is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site. It commands fine views over the River Thames, the Isle of Dogs and the City of London. The park is open from 06:00 for pedestrians (and 07:00 for traffic) all year round and closes at dusk.
35 locals recommend
Royal Borough of Greenwich
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. One of the Royal Parks of London, and the first to be enclosed (in 1433), it covers 74 hectares (180 acres),[1] and is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site. It commands fine views over the River Thames, the Isle of Dogs and the City of London. The park is open from 06:00 for pedestrians (and 07:00 for traffic) all year round and closes at dusk.
Shopping
Needs no introduction! The best shopping centre in London and Europe possibly. Worth a visit even if for entertaining, eating out etc. Look it up online. Very close to the Olympic Park too so could be a nice day out.
1214 locals recommend
Westfield Stratford City
157 Montfichet RdNeeds no introduction! The best shopping centre in London and Europe possibly. Worth a visit even if for entertaining, eating out etc. Look it up online. Very close to the Olympic Park too so could be a nice day out.
Address: 5b Greenwich Market, London SE10 9HZ. Market open 7 days a week 10am - 5.30pm (apart from 18 and 19 April).
Discover London’s only historic market set within a World Heritage site. Surrounded by independent and boutique shops and a well established designer-maker trend means you are sure to find something different. Enjoy a relaxing day out with a great choice of take away food from the market and a range of gastro pubs, restaurants, cafes and wine bars within an easy stroll.
469 locals recommend
Greenwich Market
5B Greenwich MarketAddress: 5b Greenwich Market, London SE10 9HZ. Market open 7 days a week 10am - 5.30pm (apart from 18 and 19 April).
Discover London’s only historic market set within a World Heritage site. Surrounded by independent and boutique shops and a well established designer-maker trend means you are sure to find something different. Enjoy a relaxing day out with a great choice of take away food from the market and a range of gastro pubs, restaurants, cafes and wine bars within an easy stroll.
Essentials
Address: 196-212 Plumstead Common Rd, London, SE18 2RS
Good grocery store for your basic shopping.
6 locals recommend
The Co-op
196-212 Plumstead Common RdAddress: 196-212 Plumstead Common Rd, London, SE18 2RS
Good grocery store for your basic shopping.
Address: Grand Depot Rd, Woolwich, London SE18 6HQ.
Tesco Woolwich Extra in London supermarket stocks our full range of groceries plus a wide selection of Tesco Direct products.
119 locals recommend
Tesco Extra
1 Armada Wy.Address: Grand Depot Rd, Woolwich, London SE18 6HQ.
Tesco Woolwich Extra in London supermarket stocks our full range of groceries plus a wide selection of Tesco Direct products.