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What To Know Before You Visit London For The First Time

London, a buzzing metropolis of over nine million people is a city steeped in history, culture, and constant movement. Every street corner seems to hold a story, a moment, or a memory in the making. Blink, and you might just miss something unforgettable.

For first time visitors, the sheer scale and energy of the city can be both thrilling and overwhelming. London’s unique mix of old...

Escape the everyday Visit Britain travel

UK-wide campaign to boost domestic travel breaks ramps up as summer holidays get underway

VisitEngland in partnership with the tourism organisations of London, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales is stepping-up its UK-wide ‘Escape the Everyday’ campaign to drive domestic travel, day trips and overnight breaks as the summer holidays begin. The ‘Escape The Everyday’ campaign, first launched in September 2020, highlights the quality destinations, visitor attractions and experiences...