London Life

Did you know that London is the most popular city in the world for international students choosing to study outside their home country? Read on to find out why…

What is there to see and do?

London is home to world-class museums, art galleries and theatres – from the Royal Opera House and the British Museum to the Tate Modern. Historical London never fails to impress, with Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London attracting millions of visitors every year.

Divided in two by the Thames, the city’s river banks are a magnet for both visitors and locals, boasting sights such as Big Ben and the London Eye.

The city also has some of the best shopping in the world, from high-class Harrods to the quirky markets of Portobello Road, Brick Lane and Camden. The music and clubbing scenes are second to none, and its cosmopolitan outlook make it a truly inclusive, welcoming city. And when it comes to dining out, London has more Michelin-starred restaurants than Paris, as well as a range of cuisines and eateries to suit any budget.

But it doesn’t have to be all hustle and bustle, London is reputed to be the world’s greenest capital city, with picturesque riverside walks and a collection of royal parks, as well as the unspoilt parklands of Hampstead Heath and Richmond Park.

For more information on what to see and do in London, visit the following websites:

For tourist information: www.lonelyplanet.com/england/london
and www.visitlondon.com
For a local guide to what’s on: www.timeout.com/london
For booking tickets for events: www.ticketmaster.co.uk
For restaurant reviews and bookings: www.toptable.com

How do I get around?

London has an extensive transport system making it easy to travel all around the city. This includes an underground rail network, buses, taxis and designated lanes for cyclists. For more information about travel in London, and for help planning your route visit www.tfl.com

For travel outside London visit: www.thetrainline.com and www.nationalexpress.com