If you're a fan of the Asian cuisine, then you gotta come into China Town London for some delicious…read morefood! There's Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Thai. And they're all amazing and authentic!

We never manage to find the same place twice in China Town, but we love the adventure and selection…read moreof authentic Chinese food! Make time to visit this neighborhood while in London.

Well, well, well... London's Chinatown was just a six minute walk from our hotel, and it ended up…read morebeing one of the most visually dramatic and densely packed Chinatowns we've ever visited. The streets were incredibly lively, filled with people, and lined with restaurant after restaurant. Everywhere we looked, the food looked so tempting and delicious that it was hard to decide where to eat. We ended up having dinner here one night and loved the vibrant atmosphere. By the time we arrived, we had been eating our way around London from early morning until late at night, so we were already completely full. Otherwise, we definitely would have tried even more of the restaurants. If you're visiting London, I highly recommend taking a stroll through Chinatown. Even if you're not hungry, it's worth experiencing the energy, sights, and incredible selection of restaurants, you won't regret it. ^^,

I love going to Chinatown whether it's in Singapore or New York. First time in London and there's…read moreso much to see. I do enjoy seeing the Chinese decor as well as all the shops and restaurants.

This is one of the sites in London that I visit frequently lately, due to my research. It is open…read moreto the public. We didn't stay long to witness a court hearing / in action.  It's known as the Law Courts locally. This Grade I  listed building is in Westminster, housing the High Court and Court of Appeal of England and Wales. (The Central Criminal Court, known as Old Bailey is next to the Royal Exchange.)  Before 1875' courts were housed in Westminster Hall' Lincoln's Inn, and a few other buildings around London. When it was decided to have a centralized court, Parliament paid £1'453'000 for the 7.5-acre site. Reported that 4'175 people lived in 450 houses had to be moved. George E. Street (1824-81) was appointed in 1868 as the sole architect, building began five years later, and Queen Victoria opened it on December 4th 1882.

Really intersting to see and learn the history!…read more You should take the time to see this place when your in town!

Trafalgar Square is a place very fond in my heart and memories as I loved visiting as a kid (photo…read moreincluded). In recent years, they've cracked down on feeding pigeons and are far less than in the 1990s during my first visit. Sad for me as I love pigeons as my great grandad had messenger pigeons during WWII. Despite there being less birds to sightsee, there are plenty of performs and a stunning picturesque fountain to take photos. Well worth the visit if you find yourself in London!

An incredible journey and look into colonial English history. The size and immensity of Trafalgar…read moreSquare does the photographs justice - it's huge! Lovely fountain, the lions are incredible and stand the test of times. Nelson on the perch, one looks up, gets a bit dizzy, and ponders... just how on earth did they make that thing?! Relaxing, safe, but like any city watch your valuables and be aware. Grab a snack from nearby, walk to the square, sit down, relax and enjoy the scenery.

St Martin in the Fields is right in Trafalgar Square in the heart of London. This corner of…read moreTrafalgar Square hosts the National Portrait Gallery and the National Gallery as well as swanky hotels. The church of St Martin in the Fields is a historic church in central London. This significant parish church has a vast history. It has stood on this prime London site since 1222. Although the church is probably photographed by almost every visitor who arrives in Trafalgar Square, the view that most people take is from the south side of the square, near Nelson's column and the four lions As you stand in Trafalgar Square amidst the pigeons and with Nelson's Column towering over you, stand back and admire the grandeur of this incredible church. You may recognize it from the annual New Year celebrations nearby or films like Notting Hill.

Had our schedule permitted us time to see a classical music performance at St. Martin in the…read moreFields, I assume we would've had a better impression of the venue. Instead, we came for lunch in their crypt; my obsession with the macabre wouldn't let me pass up this hidden cafe, but the food left much to be desired. In true cafeteria style, you grab a tray & move down the line, pointing at items that staff members load onto your plate. We chose a few items to share: something that looked like chicken tenders with sides of mashed potato & peas, pasta salad, a veggie pie, & Victoria sponge cake. Seating area was quite crowded. A unique setting to have a meal, if only the food tasted better.

Oh I think she's a wonderful personality and I could watch youtube videos of her for hours on end…read more In 1998, I sent her a portrait drawing of herself (which was pretty good considering I've had no art training) in a rotten old jiffybag. I was surprised when it came back rolled up in a tube with a letter from her secretary and a signed photograph. A lot of the manufacturing went overseas but I think that was starting to happen anyway before she took over. She transformed Britain from 'The Sick Man of Europe' into the world's fourth largest economy. She was bang on about Britain staying out of the Euro currency zone and it was her venom at the end of her premiership that I think has echoed with successive prime ministers. Okay, so a lot of soldiers died in the Falklands war but Blair wouldn't have lifted a finger to protect British citizens from the Argentines and more British soldiers have died in the Middle East. I liked the Thatcher government's response to the AIDS crisis and its strong advertising about condoms advice that has probably saved my life. I do not like bitchy, bullying people but I do not see Thatcher as that at all. I positively like her. The people I've got sympathy for are the passengers on Pan Am Flight 103 who were blown out of the sky and then had the culprit released by the Labour government. It's the Blairs I'll be celebrating the death of!

Simply beautiful and watching the guards on the horses and the parade happens at 4 pmread more

Free. A great…read moreopportunity to see the horse guard working. A gentle reminder to be respectful and stay outside the box (lines on the ground) to not crowd the horse. Obviously no touching the horse or the guard. The guard may choose to make exceptions for small children and/or the disabled. You may ask the guard if it is ok to put money in their boot for charity. I did this and they agreed that I could lean in and tuck into the boot that they had on. I spoke quietly to the horse from a distance. It is not encouraged to bring food for the horses.

Happened upon this spot across from Westminster Abbey. We were walking by and saw a sign that said…read morefree tours and figured we had some time to check it out. You are entering a court building so there's the standard security protocols but then you are allowed to explore on your own. In the lower flore there is a small informational exhibit about the UK Supreme Court, the overall judicial governance and some of the more impactful decisions. There is also a small café if you need a place to rest. Then venture up to the first floor where you can see some of the larger court rooms, which are really quite impressive with the architecture and the set up. There's security in each room, but they were more than willing to let us explore on our own and even take a few photos and sit in some of the seats. Before you leave make sure to peek into the room on the ground floor as it was the most impressive to us. This probably isn't on many peoples tour itinerary but it was a nice spot to explore and added bonus was that it's one of the few free spots in London in a high tourist area!

The Supreme Court aka the highest court in land was pretty darn impressive…read more While visiting London in 2017, we stumbled across the courthouse while walking around the city and I spotted a familiar face...a statute of Abraham Lincoln (United States 16th President) right out front in Parliament Square. We saw that the court was open so we asked if we could go inside and check it out. The court staff were very friendly and welcomed us check it out. They mentioned that certain parts of the court were active and that cases were happening that day, but gave us a quick tour of a courtroom where the Justices sit. I was even allowed to sit in the Justices chair, but was instructed on which chair specifically I could and could not sit in. The building itself, both inside and out were very majestic and it was a great unexpected tourist sight If you find yourself in London, come check out Parliament Square and see what it's like to sit in the hot seat to pass a little judgement. ;)

In the center of Leicester Square Gardens is a statue of playwright William Shakespeare, the man…read morewhose work has delighted audiences and tormented students of English literature and language for hundreds of years. The statue claims the central place in Leicester Square, on top of a marble fountain, with four Classical dolphins around the base. This sculpture has stood in Leicester Square Gardens since 1874. Carved by Giovanni Fontana, it is modelled after the statue of Shakespeare which stands in the so-called Poet's Corner of Westminster Abbey There are 13 bronze figures and statues in Leicester Square. Including the oldest William Shakespeare on the fountain.

Sculpted by Giovanni Fontana (1821-1893), Shakespeare's Statue is the centerpiece of Leicester…read moreSquare Gardens for almost 150 years. The marble figure is inspired by Peter Scheemakers' 18th-century monument to Shakespeare in Poets' Corner of Westminster Abbey. It stands on a pedestal flanked by dolphins at the center of a fountain. There have been some upgrades in the last decade, a thorough scrub-down and added water features...definitely has a shimmer it din't have when my eyes first crossed it in the mid-80s. On the top, obviously, is Billy Shakes himself, holding a scroll that says "THERE IS NO DARKNESS BUT IGNORANCE", which comes from Twelfth Night (Act IV, Scene II). The text beneath the bard states: "THIS ENCLOSURE/ WAS PURCHASED, LAID OUT/ AND DECORATED AS A GARDEN/ BY ALBERT GRANT ESQ[UI]RE M.P./ AND/ CONVEYED BY HIM ON THE 2ND JULY 1874/ TO THE/ METROPOLITAN BOARD OF WORKS/ TO BE PRESERVED FOR EVER/ FOR THE FREE USE AND ENJOYMENT/ OF THE PUBLIC." My most recent visit was on a beautiful summer day--the best time and way to enjoy this glorious wonder.

Leicester Square is a public space in the West End of London…read more It's the central point of the theatre district. Some would consider this to be the epitome of the entertainment district. This is the area where movie premieres are held. Tons of restaurants, theaters, and shops. There's a trail of statues of famous folks in the film realm. Paddington Bear is my favorite. The square is close to the Underground. You can walk here from Piccadilly Circus making it a 2fer for tourists wanting to take everything in. Covent Garden is also close by.

When thinking about things to do in Leicester Square, entertainment is top of the list. Two major…read moreLondon art galleries are also within a stone's throw of Leicester Square and Soho. And with Carnaby, Oxford, and Regent Streets - as well as many more in the Soho area - the shopping scene is second to none It has long been London's home of film for many years with the first cinema opening in 1930. here, you can follow a free movie-themed statue trail, watch the street performers, shop at flagship stores, and dine out in nearby Chinatown. Leicester Square is famous for cinemas, as red carpet London premieres take place here. There are several big-name theatres to choose from - Cineworld, Odeon, and Vue. Don't expect any cheap tickets in this location, though! the best part (IMO) was those 10 statuses including the Harry Potter one, but don't forget to check out Swiss Glockenspiel, The TKTS Booth, Street Performers, and other ongoing activities. Statue list: 1) Wonder Woman statue 2) Batman statue 3) Harry Potter statue 4) Paddington Bear statue: we missed this as it was taken out for maintenance :( 5) Mary Poppins statue 6) Mr. Bean statue: it was also taken out for maintenance. 7) The statue of Gene Kelly from 'Singing in the Rain 8) Charlie Chaplin statue 9) Bugs Bunny statue 10) Laurel and Hardy statue: The statue of Laurel and Hardy in Leicester Square is rarely seen by tourists as it is placed on the roof of the TKTS building. TKTS London is at the heart of Leicester Square and is a non-profit ticket booth. Discounted and last-minute tickets are often available here. So you could catch a matinee or evening show in the West End, even if you hadn't planned. Just down from Leicester Square on St Martin's Place is the National Portrait Gallery. Leicester Square is in the center of London's West End and is always a busy place for people visiting London. The square is filled with street performers, bars, clubs, casinos, and restaurants as well as plenty of cultural things to do Today, Leicester Square is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, world-class cinemas, and thriving theatre scene.