For a city almost 50 miles wide and over 20 miles deep, people that visit often miss so much of what makes London’s heart beat. Here we will give you a guide to make the most of this great city. Central is where most tourist activities take place so let’s look at the four areas missed: East, West, North and South.
The East has a rich culture, and history. Usually tourists find themselves there for a Jack the Ripper tour, and of course that history is fascinating, but why not dig a little deeper. If you come on our offbeat tour, we can show you some of the East End’s most notorious villains, but also her history of food from the origin of fish and chips to her most famous bagel shop. It doesn’t end there, after enjoying a famous salt beef bagel or a fresh fried fish bite, we can wipe off the oil and head to the most recent Banksy. Street art is the modern language of this area and it’s painted, plastered and sculpted on every corner. Come with us on a private guided tour with an expert Londunnit guide so you can make the most of the East End.
If you come with us West, we can show you Portobello road’s gorgeous antique market, reveal the regency beauty of Mayfair that may be known today as the wealthiest neighborhood, but has its own seedy past. West London is where filmmakers love to show off London’s good side, come with one of our guides to Mary Poppins, Notting Hill and Paddington bear filming locations. Explore the city’s loveliest pastel streets and keep your eyes peeled for the many celebrities that call this area home. Why not come with us and will add in a stop to get a Peggy Porschen cupcake and tea to enjoy while we amble down alleys and through beautiful squares. Arguably London’s most picturesque area, the only thing that rivals its beauty is its fascinating history.
Want something a little more alternative, something more punk rock? Let’s head North. It’s time for Camden Town. We can show you where Amy Winehouse used to pour pints even after grabbing 5 Grammys. Some of the world’s most famous music venues are to be found in Camden. Take some time to explore the Camden Market, or better yet let us bring you to Camden Passage, a lesser known but eclectic market nearby. Then finish it all off at a pub with live music playing from a small stage that has seen the likes of Coldplay, the Kinks, and Freddie Mercury and more grace their mics before hitting it big.
Lastly, but certainly not least, go check out South London, whether you’re roaming the Southbank and the second hand book stands under Waterloo bridge, or going to the Tate Modern to view its massive art that often fills the old turbine halls that make up the museum’s structure, the southbank is a great way to explore London’s other half. Better yet, take the tube down to Brixton and explore streets lined with Caribbean culture and food. Let us show you the Brixton Village market where the sound of reggae music fills the air and the only thing better than how cheap the food is, is how delicious it is. Then once you’ve scarfed down some Jamaican patties, we’ll bring you to The Ritzy, one of the UK’s oldest cinemas to finish off the day in a historic picture house with great films always showing from recent releases to nostalgic classics.
London is always waiting, new venues, old markets, great music, and something worth exploring in every one of her 32 boroughs. Come along with one of our local guides and we’ll show you first hand the best off the beat trails in the city. And when it’s time to leave, you can certainly say, you Londunnit!
