"gabriellefox's London Page" a London Travel Page by gabriellefox

I live just outside London, (about 45mins ). It is an amazing capital city. It has history, international cuisine, some of the best hotels, restaurants, clubs and bars anywhere in the world.

Its public transport system is simple and easy to use (honest) and is by far the cheapest and most practical way of seeing all the sites.

There is so much to see and do in London this page really offers the main tourist attractions and is only the tip of the iceberg.If you have any further questions about London please do not hesitate to contact me and I will do my best to help, or check out www.visitbritain.com.

London is one of the world's greatest cities. Over the course of two thousand years it has generated a story which now enraptures millions of visitors every year. From the Romans to the Vikings, the Normans to the Tudors, all have left their mark. Artists as diverse as Shakespeare, Dickens, Turner, Mozart, Henry James and the Beatles have all found inspiration here.

Along with Paris and New York, London offers probably the best shopping experience of any city in the world. Indeed, visitors to the capital are often overwhelmed by the sheer range of goods available.

What To Buy:
For major international and British Brands, London's main shopping areas tend to centre around Oxford Street and Regent Street, while Knightsbridge is home to stores stocking even more upmarket goods. Anyone looking for specialist items should head to Covent Garden, whilst those with serious money to spend gravitate towards New Bond Street (home to some of Britain's most exclusive shops). If you're after bargain electrical goods Tottenham Court Road is a must, while Hatton Garden is the place to go for watches and jewellery.

What To Pay:
Whilst shoppers are spoilt for choice, there's also a feeling (justified to a point) that London stores charge over the odds in comparison to their overseas counterparts.

Check out my Shoppping Tips for more details.