City Guide London: The Best Spots

In this blog post I would like to summarize again the highlights of my trip in the English metropolis. So if you are planning a trip to London, here are all my recommendations for a culinary and exciting trip to the capital of the UK. The social media affine among you should not be neglected. Thus, I’ll tell you my favorite photo spots in the city.

Where to stay?

For me, a well located hotel is the most important point for a short stay in London. After all, I do not want to spend most of my rare time in public transport. Furthermore, I attach great importance to an idyllic environment. Over the years, I got more and more drawn towards the Chelsea district and its typical English brick buildings. Despite the proximity to several attractions I feel the district rather quiet and comfortable. The perfect place to escape within minutes of the big city life. For those of you who I have already convinced to choose a hotel in Chelsea, I can warmly recommend the lovingly furnished Draycott Hotel. More information about the hotel can be found on my previous blog post.

Notting Hill

Immediately adjacent to Chelsea there is the Notting Hill district located, known for its white houses of splendour, which only invites to shoot some stylish outfit pictures infront of. Whether with digital or analog SLR, does not matter here. Unique pictures will be created either way. With a little luck, car enthusiasts will occasionally meet an exotic model.

Tower Bridge and London Eye

You would not be a real tourist if you came to London on a city trip and return back home without a single picture of the Big Ben. I had this plan too. Unfortunately, I had to realize that the Big Ben is currently in restorations. So I had to spot another place of interest. Fortunately, not far from Westmister tube station there is the London Eye. If this is not enough impressive, I recommend a short trip to Tower Bridge. The massive design of the monument unfolds powerfully on every photo.

China Town

If you have enough of the british way, I recommend spending a visit to China Town. In the middle of the English metropolis is a small but beautiful spot of Asia. Especially culinary lovers come in China Town to full enjoyment. I also love the variety of cuisines in this neighborhood. But the large selection also has its pitfalls. From the outside it is often difficult to judge how the food will taste. Over the years, I have already dined in Soho in many bad and excellent restaurants. The latters I would like to recommend you some. If you are attracted to the Vietnamese cuisine, I recommend the restaurant Viet Food. Queing in front of the restaurant is a common thing in the evening. I therefore recommend to book a table in advance.

Next I can recommend Burger & Lobster for all the lobster lovers among you. Again, it is advisable to place a reservation in advance.

For a small appetite or to satisfy the desire for something sweet, my recommendation goes to Bubblewrap. An ice cream made of waffle dough. The somewhat unusual ice cream not only looks great on pictures in front of the Chinese arch, it also tastes great.

Peggy Porschen Cakes

Those who find the Bubblewrap Ice Cream not sweet enough are exactly in the right place at Peggy Porschen Cakes’. With great attention to detail, a variety of cupcakes and pies are crafted in the bakery. In good weather, the treats are best enjoyed outside under the flower garlands. Add a delicious coffee or tea to your choice and the delicious breakfast or the quick snack is perfect.