Summer’s well on its way and, when you’re a British citizen, you’ve got to make the most of it. Whether this year will promise us two days, two weeks or two months of sunshine, it’s important to take the opportunity while it’s here and book a holiday or two – but where to go? After all, in a country as diverse and unique as the UK, it’s not easy to decide just which city or countryside area to head to – but there are certainly some easy options.

When it comes to hitting the big city, it’s only natural to think of London. London is a city with everything, from the glitz and glamour of being an international icon to its myriad attractions, events and nightlife, London is an obvious choice when it comes to top summer holiday destinations. Coupled with excellent summer weather – perfect for working on that tan – London is truly an excellent option if you’re stuck for ideas.

But the big city isn’t everything, and perhaps you’d like to visit somewhere with a little more robust character – or simply somewhere that isn’t heaving with millions of other summer holidaymakers. If you’re a Londoner yourself, perhaps you just want to get as far away from the big city as possible – which is where the north of Scotland comes in. Why not head way up north and take a ferry to the majestic Orkney Islands? Still capable of getting a little summer sunshine, the Orkney Islands offer Scottish hospitality at its best – and some of the best locally-brewed ales you’ll ever taste. Coupled with the Neolithic site of Skara Brae and the quaint town of Stromness, Orkney is a truly fantastic destination, whales and all.

If natural beauty is your bag, you may want to head to the Yorkshire Dales, where you can rent a car and enjoy beautiful countryside packed with plenty of walks and hiking routes. What’s more, you can stay in the gorgeous city of York and really make the most of a majestic holiday setting – as well as travel to nearby Durham in order to see yet more eye-catching scenery.

Of course, you can’t mention beautiful cities without touching upon the Scottish capital Edinburgh – with a dynamic skyline including ancient volcanoes, intricate monuments, high-reaching towers and steeples and, of course, the incredible Edinburgh Castle, this mesmerising city is a cobblestoned paradise visitors will never forget. What’s more, with the Edinburgh Fringe theatre and arts festival taking place every August, it’s a true goldmine when it comes to a summer treat.

With so much to choose from, you may find yourself needing a while to decide where to go, but don’t worry – there are plenty of last minute hotels dotted all over the UK, so you can be sure of getting the holiday you want, when you want it.

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London is often described as one of the greatest cities in the world that quite literally offers a myriad of possibilities for its visitors. One of the most eye-catching features of the city is its architecture, which at times reflects a bygone era that charms one and all. At the same time, its modern engineering prowess is evident in the many futuristic skyscrapers that can be seen adorning the skyline. However, one cannot ignore the many tourist attractions that dot the city, including the Big Ben, the Tower of London and the Thames River. Another fascinating aspect of this wondrous city is that it gives you the ability to sample a number of cuisines from all around the world, varying from mouthwatering Scandinavian delicacies to scintillating African treats. Those in search of a British-themed restaurant offering local dishes and delicacies would prefer a meal at the Bush Bar, where the menu and the service is outstanding to say the least. The City of London Festival is scheduled to get underway on the 21st of June 2010 and is to draw to a close on the 9th of July 2010. This festival was first celebrated in 1962 and has been a much- anticipated cultural event that happens every summer. These festive times usher in a joyous period full of excitement as London comes to life with spectacular performances. This entertainment carried out by some of the country’s most recognized artists, feature audiences which are usually comprised by both local and foreign spectators. Some of the performances are showcased to the public free of charge, while a selected few are housed in locations such as theatre halls and require the purchase of tickets. Visitors in London at this time of year will be treated to a wide range of artistic programs such as musical shows, classical dance performances, visual art exhibitions and even film screenings. Millennium Bailey’s Hotel London Kensington is a well known luxury hotel in London that offers outstanding levels of accommodation. This flagship London hotel in Kensington also provides an attractive list of useful amenities ensuring a pleasurable stay.

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One of the best things about London is the fact that it offers so much to do for its visitors. There’s room for travelers of all energy levels here, as there are plenty of interesting sights to see and tastes to sample. Located on St. Martin’s Place, The National Portrait Gallery is one of the most interesting places in London where visitors will be able to see remarkably accurate portraits of a number of influential figures from England’s past. The Natural History Museum is another must- visit site in London that visitors simply cannot afford to miss, as the sheer number and diversity of the exhibits are fascinating to say the least. Among the most popular exhibits in the museum are the dinosaur skeletons, the animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex and the massive blue whale. One section of the museums is totally dedicated to bugs, while another section showcasing fossilized specimens of pre historic life can also be found here. The Taste of London festival is one of the most anticipated culinary events which brings some of England’s greatest chefs from a variety of restaurants together and gives them a chance to showcase their talents in an event that demands the attention of an entire nation. The summer edition of the festival is to be held at Regents Park where visitors can sample a mind-blowing variety of dishes and beverages from all around the world. Every year, the festival also focuses part of its attention on the cuisine of one particular country, which in turn offers a chance for a few foreign restaurants to represent their country. This is an aspect of the festival that adds a certain spark to the event. There’s always something new on offer at the Taste of London festival, ensuring satisfaction for all who visit London during this time of year. Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington is an ideal choice for those wish to book a Central London hotel in Kensington as a preferred lodging option. This flagship London UK hotel offers a host of splendid dining options and a variety of useful facilities to make your stay that much more special.

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• Many of the more memorable sights and places to visit in London are free or cost just a few pounds but for some unmissable sights such as the Tower of London, you will have to stretch your budget a little further. Central London is surprisingly compact – Buckingham Palace (and the Changing of the Guard), The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye are all possible to visit during a morning’s walk. Off course, if you wish to tour Westminster Abbey, go inside Buckingham Palace during the Summer Opening or take a trip on the London Eye, you will need to allocate more time and money.

• Most of London’s most important museums are free to visit but because of the sheer number of exhibits, it is impossible to see everything in one visit. You could spend some time trying to decipher the Egyptian hieroglyphic writing on the Rosseta Stone in the British Museum, take a Victorian walk passing original Victorian shop fronts in the Museum of London, see Dinosaur exhibits, complete with life-sized roaring T- Rex in the Natural History Museum or visit the World’s finest museum of decorative arts, the Victoria and Albert Museum. All of these London Museums are free to enter and just represent a few of the many free museums in London.

• Did you know? You can see over 2,300 masterpieces for free in the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square and in the nearby, National Portrait Gallery you can explore over 160,000 portraits from the 16th Century to the present day. A fantastic collection of International modern and contemporary art can be seen at Tate Modern, Bankside, London while Tate Britain, Millbank, London is the home of British art from 1500 to the present day. There are many, many more art galleries to visit in London and many will not charge you to enter.

• When you tire of sightseeing in London and you want to take a break or you want somewhere peaceful to have a picnic lunch why not visit one of the London Royal Parks? – All are free.

The Regent’s Park – has both open parkland and beautiful formal gardens; a sizeable boating lake and open air theatre.

Kensington Gardens has impressive tree-lined avenues and is the setting for Kensington Palace (Diana, Princess of Wales former home) – the kids will enjoy The Diana, Princess of Wales, Memorial Playground.

St James’s Park is at the very heart of London. Often used for ceremonial and state occasions, the Park is a fantastic setting for pomp and splendour. Three royal palaces surround St James’s Park. The oldest palace is Westminster, now known as the Houses of Parliament. The Tudor St James’s Palace still holds the title of the Court of St James even though the Monarch has lived in the third palace, Buckingham Palace since 1837.

Hyde Park is home to the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain. This Memorial to Diana, Princess of Wales was opened by Her Majesty the Queen on 6th July 2004. If you Visit Hyde Park on a Sunday you can watch speakers delivering their views in the north east corner of Hyde Park at Speakers Corner, the cradle of free speech.

• London markets are vibrant, varied and well worth a visit. Among the most popular are:

Petticoat Lane Market – for fashion clothing and leather goods Open: Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm and on Sundays from 9am to 3pm

Portobello Road Market- sells everything from antiques to silverware, second-hand clothes and fruit and vegetables. Open: Monday to Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 9am to 1pm, Friday – Sat 8am to 7pm

Borough Market is London’s favorite food market and sells imported and organic products such as wines, cheese, fish and meat. Open: Thurs, Fri 12 to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 4pm

Covent Garden Market – two markets here sell antiques, clothing, gifts and jewelery. Open: Monday to Sunday 10am to 6pm

Most of all – enjoy your time in old London Town!

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- 1880 Restaurant – (hotel & restaurant) – Two words will describe it: Expensive and breathtaking.
Cuisine – French food
Location – Harrington Gardens, London SW7 www.thebentley-hotel.com

- Adam Street- (club restaurant) – The à la carte menu is modern British club food; simple but fabulous. There is also the weekly changing Club Menu at £16.50 with two choices for starter and main. You have to be a restaurant member else you will have a £10 cover charge added to your bill when not accompanied by a member.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 9 Adam Street, The Strand, London WC2 www.adam-street.co.uk

- Boisdale Restaurant – (restaurant) – Boisdale of Belgravia is situated in an elegant Regency town house, just north of Buckingham Palace Road and a short stroll from Victoria. Its bars, restaurants and private dining room are open on weekdays and Saturday evenings and offer a selection of menus to suit every budget.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 15 Eccleston Street, Belgravia SW1 www.boisdale.co.uk

- Brasserie St Quentin Restaurant – (restaurant) – One of the first brasseries in London, offering the best of La Cuisine Bourgeoise, sourcing produce from suppliers and farmers around the country.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 243 Brompton Road, London SW3 www.brasseriestquentin.co.uk

- Brian Turner Mayfair – (restaurant) – Typical Dishes
Rare Beef Sirloin, English Rocket & Horseradish| Chicken & Mushroom plate pie with tarragon gravy | Spit roasted Grouse, walnut & raisin pudding| Victoria Plum ‘Bakewell’ with clotted cream| Yorkshire Blue rarebit.
Cuisine – British food
Location – Millennium Hotel, Grosvenor Square, London W1 www.brianturneronline.co.uk

- Le Boudin Blanc Restaurant – (restaurant) – The a la carte offers traditional French cooking along the lines of Escargots or Onion soup and Coq au Vin or Jarret de Porc et lentilles. Features an extensive wine list with a patriotic feel.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 5 Trebeck St, Mayfair, London W1 www.boudinblanc.co.uk

- Butlers Restaurant Chesterfield Mayfair – (hotel & restaurant) – Discreetly tucked away off Berkeley Square, the four star deluxe Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel with its Butler Restaurant offers elegant dining matched by first class British cuisine with a few international influences.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 35 Charles Street, Mayfair W1 www.chesterfieldmayfair.com

- Café des Amis Restaurant – (restaurant) – The a la carte menu created by Koenrad Inghelram ex Albert Roux is seasonal and typically French and again boasts quality, price and flair and offers such dishes as lemon sole Nicoise, roasted duck, petit pois a la francais and chocolate soup for dessert.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 11-14 Hanover Place, WC2 www.cafedesamis.co.uk

- The Capital Restaurant – (hotel & restaurant) – Located in Basil Street, in the heart of Knightsbridge, it is currently the only London restaurant situated within a hotel to hold two coveted Michelin stars.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 22 Basil Street, London SW3 www.capital-london.net

- Chez Gérard Restaurant – (restaurant) – Soak up the 1930’s Parisian brasserie style atmosphere in the original Chez Gerard.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 8 Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia, London W1
Telephone – 020 7636 4975

- China Tang at The Dorchester – (restaurant) – Indulge in the finest Dim Sum and authentic Chinese cuisine or simply pop in for fabulous cocktails and soak in the buzzing atmosphere.
Cuisine – Chinese food
Location – Park Lane, London W1 www.dorchesterhotel.com

- The Cinnamon Club Restaurant – (restaurant) – In pursuit of excellence their team of 18 chefs were all recruited from five star hotels and palaces across India, spanning the breadth and depth of this great country and her cuisine.
Cuisine – Indian food
Location – The Old Westminster Library, Great Smith Street, SW1 www.cinnamonclub.com

- Durrants Restaurant – (hotel & restaurant) – The antiques throughout the hotel are a reminder of the 18th century origins and create the unique Durrants atmosphere. Durrants restaurant and bar are key features of the hotel, open to both residents and non-residents and form very much part of the hotel activity.
Cuisine – British food
Location – George Street, London W1 www.durrantshotel.co.uk

- L’Escargot Restaurant – (restaurant) – The ground floor restaurant buzzes with life and excitement, while upstairs the Picasso Room provides a more intimate and discreet ambience for fine dining.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 48 Greek Street, Soho, London W1 www.lescargotrestaurant.co.uk

- L’Etranger Restaurant – (restaurant) – Designed by Andy Martin, the sophisticated minimalist décor of grey, oak flooring and subtle lilacs provides the perfect stage for Jerome Tauvron’s fragrant dishes.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 36 Gloucester Road, London SW7 www.etranger.co.uk

- Feng Wei Restaurant – (restaurant) – Privately owned restaurant run by a husband and wife.
Cuisine – Chinese food
Location – 19 New Cavendish Street, W1 www.fengwei.co.uk

- Guinea Grill Restaurant (The) – (pub/restaurant) – The grill room was established in 1952 and has gained a reputation as one of the finest purveyors of high quality steaks in Britain.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 30 Bruton Place, Mayfair W1 www.theguinea.co.uk

- Imperial China Restaurant – (restaurant) – You enter via a little wooden bridge over a carp pond into a lovely, dark-wood clad space. Cantonese cuisine at its best.
Cuisine – Chinese food
Location – 25a Lisle Street, London WC2 www.imperial-china.co.uk

- Kai Mayfair Restaurant – (restaurant) – A menu, filled with exciting recipes from every corner of China depicting their diverse styles of cooking. Recipes from the light seasonings of Peking food to the hot, spicy and stronger flavours of the Szechuan kitchen are but a taste of the repertoire.
Cuisine – Chinese food
Location – 65 South Audley Street www.kaimayfair.co.uk

- Mon Plaisir Restaurant – (restaurant) – Mon Plaisir is London’s oldest French Restaurant, serving the traditional French cuisine and fine wines.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 21 Monmouth Street, Covent Garden, London WC2 www.monplaisir.co.uk

- Patisserie Valerie at Sagne – (restaurant) – Founded in 1921 by Monsieur Sagne from Verlay, Switzerland
Cuisine – French food
Location – 105 Marylebone High Street, W1 www.patisserie-valerie.co.uk

- Petrus Restaurant – (restaurant) – Pétrus has won many accolades including a Michelin star. The name of the restaurant comes from the famous Château in the Bordeaux wine region, which is renowned for producing some of the world’s finest wines.
Cuisine – French food
Location – The Berkeley Hotel, Wilton Place, SW1 www.the-berkeley.co.uk

- Porters English Restaurant – (restaurant) – Private restaurant that was opened 1979.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 17 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, London WC2 www.porters.uk.com

- Le Relais de Venise Restaurant – (restaurant) – Le Relais de Venise ‘L’Entrecôte’ centres around one very simple menu – a starter of a green salad with walnuts, followed by trimmed sirloin steak and chips with a ‘secret sauce’ and to finish, a selection of desserts. The most famous aspect of Le Relais de Venise ‘L’Entrecôte’s’ reputation is the secret sauce – a recipe that has been in the family for many years.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 120 Marylebone Lane, London W1 www.relaisdevenise.com

- Richard Corrigan Restaurant – (hotel & restaurant) – Award winning chef Richard Corrigan heads this quirky Soho success story. The modern British cooking recalls his Irish roots and fits perfectly into the vibrant West End business and social dining scene.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 21 Romilly Street, London W1 www.lindsayhouse.co.uk

- Roussillon restaurant – (restaurant) – Specialising in Classical French cooking and the wines of south-west France, but with a emphasis on using the best available British produce, Roussillon was the first restaurant in Britain to introduce – alongside its a la carte – seasonal Garden Menus, which offer diners an experience where vegetables are the focus of the meal.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 16 St Barnabas Street, Pimlico, London www.roussillon.co.uk

- Rules Restaurant – (restaurant) – Rules was established by Thomas Rule in 1798 making it the oldest restaurant in London. It serves traditional British food, specialising in classic game cookery, oysters, pies and puddings.
Cuisine – British food
Location – Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, London, WC2 www.rules.co.uk

- Shepherd’s Restaurant – (restaurant) – Shepherd’s offers a two or three course set-price menu of an enticing blend of traditional and modern British cooking at its very best.
Cuisine – British food
Location – Marsham Court, Marsham Street, SW1 www.langansrestaurants.co.uk

- Shikara Restaurant – (restaurant) – Offers full flavoured, full-bodied dishes from the northern region of India.
Cuisine – Indian food
Location – 87 Sloane Avenue, London SW3 www.shikara.co.uk

- Strand Palace hotel – (hotel & restaurant) – The Strand Palace is one of London’s best hotels for business and leisure guests. Their guests now experience the latest standards of comfort together with everything they need right on the premises from shops, restaurants and bars to a sophisticated conference and banqueting centre.
Cuisine – British food
Location – 372 Strand, London, WC2 www.strandpalacehotel.co.uk

- Tartine Restaurant – (restaurant) – The tartine concept is based on the traditional French dish known as a ‘tartine’. A tartine is similar in style to the Italian bruschetta and they are ideal as a main course or shared ‘tapas’ style.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 114 Draycott Avenue, London SW3 www.tartine.co.uk

- Tate Britain Restaurant – (restaurant) – Rex Whistler’s mural decoration ‘In Pursuit of Rare Meats’ completed in 1927, still adorns restaurant walls.
Cuisine – British food
Location – Millbank, SW1 www.tate.org.uk

- The Terrace Restaurant – (restaurant) – The Terrace Restaurant is one of the roomiest venues in London. With its vented natural sunlight captured in the shadows of the stone pillars, it boasts a blend of old and new world within its classical yet contemporary surroundings. With the bustling West End below, the restaurant offers a relaxed and refined dining experience.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 21 Piccadilly, London W1
Telephone – 020 7734 8000

- La Trouvaille Restaurant – (restaurant) – From the sourcing of the finest ingredients, to the extensive wine list from the south and southwest of France and Corsica in an upbeat but relaxed environment.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 12A Newburgh Street, London W1 www.latrouvaille.co.uk

- Windows Restaurant – (restaurant) – Situated on the 28th floor with superb views over London and outstanding service, Windows prides itself with award winning chef Jacques Rolancy and the stately charm and elegance of a modern international menu.
Cuisine – French food
Location – 22 Park Lane, London W1 www.hilton.co.uk

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The London Eye has long been a clear favourite among visitors. It holds the title of most popular paid-for attraction in Britain, welcoming about 3.5 million visitors each year. The 135m observation wheelthe largest in the worldstands on Londons South Bank and offers 25 mile views on a clear day, taking in over 55 of Londons famous landmarks.

The London Eye has enjoyed its share of controversy as well. Origionally called the Mellenium Wheel, and sponsored by British Airways, the London Eye is now owned by Merlin Entertainments, who also own Madamme Tussauds in London.

Fears of shutdown emerged after reports of a leaked letter emerged, showing the South Bank Centre–owners of part of the land supporting the London Eye–were demanding increased rent that the London Eye operators were unwilling to pay. After a judicial review of the rent row, in 2006 an agreement was reached for a 25-year lease, ensuring the London Eye would remain a London landmark for years to come.

The London Eye often celebrates events utilizing special lighting. The Mayor of Londons New Years Eve Fireworks are launched off the wheel each year, and this St. Patricks Day, the wheel will feature green lighting. During the London 2012 Olympics, the London Eye will display the Olympic emblem as well.
Tickets run just under £18 for adults and £10 for children for a standard flight, though pricier champagne or fast track options are available. For opening times or to book online, visit www.londoneye.com.

To view a video of the London Eye flight and other top UK attraction videos, visit http://www.visitbritain.tv/?cate=discussed.

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London is home to some of the finest luxury hotels in Europe and indeed in the world, but which of these hotels truly are the best? After all, what is it that makes the best hotel? Is it the location, price, ambiance or reputation? All of these London hotels achieve top marks in each, each one guaranteeing a luxury break in the heart of the capital.

Centrally located around Brook and Davies Streets and just a few steps from Bond Street, Hotel Claridge is one of London’s most popular luxury hotels. Comprising of 203 rooms including a plethora of deluxe suites, the hotel caters for travelers who require that additional bit of luxury. With room service, a swimming pool, spa and tennis clubs, Hotel Claridge is guaranteed to impress.

Close to the boutiques of Bond and Regent Street, The Connaught is naturally one of London’s finest luxury hotels. Situated in Mayfair and just minutes from Grosvenor Square, The Connaught is a luxury six storey building comprising a total of 92 rooms. All of the bedrooms are fully equipped with a broadband internet connection and satellite television service. The hotel also has its own fully equipped health club as well as both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool. With a world class restaurant, The Grill, The Connaught serves as an excellent location for a luxury holiday in London.

Having won the British Tea Council’s esteemed Top London Afternoon Tea Award three times since 2000, The Dorchester is one of London’s most prestigious hotels to holiday in. Unmatched luxury and unrivaled service can be expected at this 250 room luxury hotel. If you can bear to take yourself away from the incredible range of teas and scones, there are numerous top quality restaurants and other amenities just waiting to be discovered.

Voted the Best UK Business Hotel by Conde Nast readers in 2008, The Jumeirah Carlton Tower is one of London’s top luxury hotels, both for business and leisure travel. Situated in the heart of Knightsbridge, one of the city’s trendiest locations, the hotel is ideal for those looking to explore the finer side of London. With top boutiques like Harrods and Harvey Nichols all within walking distance, the Carlton Tower fits the bill as the ideal luxury hotel to stay in on a trip to London.

If none of these luxury hotel London take your fancy, why not try the Four Seasons Hotel. Situated at the corner of Hyde Park, the hotel is ideally situated for exploring some of the more touristic areas of London. A nine storey building with a free newspapers service, the hotel sets itself apart as one of London’s more luxurious hotels. With a health club, restaurant and gift shop all on site, you will find yourself struggling to leave the fine surroundings of the Four Seasons Hotel.

Regardless of where you decide to stay, London has plenty of luxury hotels to choose from, all of them offering a whole host of services guaranteed to match your needs.

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HARRY POTTER-the boy who lived…..harry potter is a magically weaved,mesmerising and breath taking 7 sequel series which tells the story of a boy who is a wizard who is unaware of his true self,his true powers and what he means to the wizarding world. The story mainly weaves around harry potter and his two best friends Ron and Hermione who help him throughout his journey of putting an end to the dark lord Voldemort.

J.K. Rowling wrote the first book in the Harry Potter series (“Harry Potter and the philisopher’s Stone”) in 1997. Her seventh and final book, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” was published in 2007-JUL. It became the fastest-selling book in history. More than 11 million copies were sold in the first 24 hours in Britain and the U.S. About 325 million copies of the first six books have been sold worldwide. They have been translated into 64 languages.

later,movies were made on the book adaptation. The latest sequel released was “harry potter and the half blood prince” sixth in the series.

There’s a great opportunity for all potter fans. You can experience the magical world of harry potter and see the London film locations and inspirations behind the books. J.k rowling had insisted on shooting the entire movie in Britain only so you do get to see a major part of the places where the movies were shot. The tour also includes the locations of the latest movie harry potter and the half blood prince. It is an essential experience for all potter maniacs. This initiative has been taken by the celebrity planet although it is not an official harry potter event and is not endorsed,sanctioned or in any other way supported,directly or indirectly by any related official authorities. There’s an option to fit every one’s pocket. There are 4 types of tours.

harry potter’s london walk

$20.00 per person

This tour departs every friday night @ 7 pm and sunday morning @ 10.30am for a duration of approximately 2.5 hours.this is a walking tour and includes a boat cruise along the thames,a bus ride across london bridge and a london underground journey,so you ought to have a valid zone 1 travel card to take part. In this tour the other things which will be included will be the cinema where each of the harry potter films has had its world premiere. The location of the red telephone box which takes harry potter and mr weasley to th secret ministry of magic. The platform sign 9¾ where Harry catches the Hogwart’s Express.The bridge destroyed by Lord Voldemort’s Death Eaters The thoroughfare on which Diagon Alley was based.The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron that Harry and Hagrid entered on their way to Diagon Alley The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron where the Knight Bus dropped Harry off and many other things too.

Harry potter’s London

$ 75.00 per person

this tour departs 3 times a day and is a Chauffeur driven tour for a duration of approximately 3 hours.

the tour visits are mostly the same as above with a few more additions.

hogwart’s express ( day trip )

Day Trip to London & Oxford

Chauffeur driven tour

Duration – 8 hours

Hotel Pick Up Available

Product Description

Take a magical journey into the world of everyone’s favorite boy wizard, Harry Potter. Visit two of the most beautiful cities in the world, London and Oxford, as we show you the film locations and inspirations behind the books, an essential experience for any Harry Potter fan. Includes the latest film locations from Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince.

On this day trip you will see:

LONDON

The magical platform 9¾ sign where Harry catches the Hogwart’s Express.The bridge destroyed by Lord Voldemort’s Death Eaters (Half-Blood Prince).The bridge where the Knight Bus squeezes between two London Double Decker buses (Prisoner of Azkaban). The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron that Harry and Hagrid entered on their way to Diagon Alley (Sorcerers Stone / Philosophers Stone).The London underground station from where Mr Weasley takes Harry to the Ministry of Magic (Order of the Phoenix).The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron where the Knight Bus dropped Harry off (Prisoner of Azkaban).The location of the red telephone box where Harry and Mr Weasley descend into the secret Ministry of Magic (Order of the Phoenix).Plus much, much more…

OXFORD

The 16th century dining hall used as the inspiration for Hogwart’s Hall. The room where they practice their dancing for the Yule Ball when Ron has to dance with Professor McGonagall with the whole of Gryffindor looking on (Goblet of Fire).The room used as Hogwarts Hospital in four of the films. The tree that Malfoy was sitting in before Mad Eye Moody turned him into a ferret for picking on Harry (Goblet of Fire).The 16th century stairs where Professor McGonagall greets the First Years (Sorcerers Stone / Philosophers Stone). Plus much, much more…

Cost

£99 Per Person

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hogwarts lacock express ( day trip )

Day Trip to London, Oxford & Lacock

Chauffeur driven tour

Duration – 10 hours

£149.00 per person

Hotel Pick Up Available

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Take a magical journey into the world of everyone’s favorite boy wizard, Harry Potter. Visit two of the most beautiful cities in the world, London and Oxford, and the lovely medieval Wiltshire village, Lacock, as we show you the film locations and inspirations behind the books, an essential experience for any Harry Potter fan. Includes the latest film locations from Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince.

The blockbuster Harry Potter movies were set entirely in Britain at the author JK Rowling’s request. The Hogwart’s Express tour is chauffeur driven in an eco-friendly vehicle. It will cover the London and Oxford as mentioned in above trip as well as will include the following-

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The flashback of Harry’s childhood home (The Philosopher’s Stone) Lacock Abbey, the setting for various interior scenes at Hogwarts School.The tower where the killing of Albus Dumbledore at the hands of Severus Snape took place The Angel InnThe meeting between Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter and Horace Slughorn And much, much more!

PLEASE NOTE: The ticket cost does not include entrance fees to the Oxford attractions, which total £10.

These attractions are working academic institutions and some areas may occasionally close without notice; Bodleian Library is closed on Sundays.

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London Is among the best tourist places to be visited. It is the capital city of England and has been a major centre of attraction for tourists from all over the world. It has claimed the rights to host the 2012 Olympics.

London has a really great and interesting history. Authentic and active living history in London is something that just passes by you if you reside there and you tend to take everything for granted.

The shifting of the guard is a daily incident at Betty and Phil’s place, which is at the end of the mall. That is of course pointing to the Buckingham Palace and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Prince of Edinburgh Philip Duke. Possibly the key prominence of the Changing of the Guards in current years was held soon following the terrible actions of 911 when instead of acting on the tag of God Save the Queen, the group of the Guards presented what became a rather touching presentation of the Star Spangled Banner, which is the national anthem of the United States of America.

It is necessary to remember the importance of this incident since it was the one time that another country’s national anthem was played during the changing of the guards instead of God Save the Queen.

It may well be debated that such incidents amount to precisely what a prosperous range of customs and history is present in London. In contrast to other chief global capital cities, London may perhaps be deficient in the historic magnificence of the Parthenon in Athens, or the Coliseum in Rome, but all over London you will discover instances of a rather new design such as the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, which is beautiful, or the calmness of St Paul’s Cathedral an endurance of numerous centuries and in several ways every bit as inspiring even at present as during the days of its creation by the great architect Sir Christopher Wren. London is famous for these popular buildings and these attract many people from all over the world to London.

The construction and reality of St Paul’s Cathedral is an amazing illustration if someone needs, of how history survives vast national and international devastation like the big fire of London and then four centuries after, the wrath of World War II.

Probably the survival of living history like the St. Paul’s Cathedral in the presence of such an up-to-date and a full of life city of London truly shows that the general appeal of London is in these monuments and it is a combination of a remarkable and historic mix of old and new.

Back to now, the London Eye is one of it’s kind that you can’t miss. With a ticket for only £50 – which is quite a low price for London – you can take a look at one of the most, if not most, vibrant cities in the world.

A visit to London is an opportunity to explore the amazing landscapes of the beautiful city. So if you do get a chance to visit this remarkable city, do not miss it because it is a once in a life time opportunity.

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London the capital of the United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage which attracts tourists from all parts of the world. Besides the many attractions it holds, the monarchy and the happenings surrounding the royal family is a great attraction in London. The St. Paul’s Cathedral is part of London’s great history which has visitors from all faiths visiting it daily.

St. Paul’s Cathedral is located on Ludgate Hill, and is a familiar landmark to all Londoners. For over 1400 years Ludgate Hill has been a place where people come to worship. The present Cathedral was completed only in 1707 as the Great Fire in 1666 ruined the previous Cathedral. Therefore the Cathedral that people worship today is believed to be the fifth at Ludgate Hill and it’s of Anglican faith. This building is of great pride to all Londoners. It is famous for surviving the Blitz in the 1940’s.The Royal family uses it for its various functions. The Cathedral is famous for the most celebrated wedding of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diane. It is also famous for the funeral services of Winston Churchill, Lord Nelson, the duke of Wellington. Its first service was in 1697. The architect of this magnificent masterpiece is Sir Christopher Wren.

Even though the Cathedral is famous for its impressive interior which is breathtaking it is also famous for the splendid view it has from climbing the dome. It is said that the view of London from top of the dome is unparallel to any other. The crypt at St Paul’s Cathedral has many famous people buried there, the Duke of Wellington and Admiral Nelson to name a few, and there are memorials of 300 military demigods, the lady with the lamp – Florence Nightingale, Lord Kitchener and many more great people. Outside the cathedral is a monument which honors 32,000 killed and 50,000 badly injured civilians who protected the Cathedral during the 2nd World War.

Staying in Central London hotel will make it easy and less time consuming to visit all the great attractions the city has to offer. The cathedral is a must see to all those visiting London. Located close to all of London’s main attractions is the Elysees Hotel which will provide you with a comfortable stay in the city. Its location in the heart of the city is in close proximity to all the major attractions in London. With all the necessary amenities provided, this hotel will make your stay a pleasant and pleasurable one.

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Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.