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Great souvenirs to buy in London

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  Taking home unique gifts and souvenirs that can only be bought in London will make your trip unforgettable for years to come. There are some pretty, beautiful and even tasty things to buy in London, although the tasty ones don't last long! I have compiled a list that covers a wide range of cheap London gifts with prices for all budgets. Biscuit cookies: Biscuiteers in Notting Hill cookies makes a great treat. Hand ice cream in London is available in the Best of British Box, Paddington Bear cookies or a Nativity Christmas cookie tin. Paddington Bear Gifts from Paddington Bear Shop: The Paddington Movies are some of our favourite family movies set in London and there is now a Paddington store too. The Paddington Bear Shop is located at Paddington Station, unsurprisingly, and is the place to go for the perfect gift. It is the only store in the world dedicated entirely to the famous bear. Collect all kinds of memorabilia like books, bears, miniature replicas, and more. You can find ...

How to make the most of your visit to London

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See the sights: One of the best ways to see the sights of London is on a traditional hop-on hop-off double-decker bus sightseeing tour. This has been the classic sightseeing tour for years, and it's popular for good reason - it's simple, convenient, informative, and ensures you see the top sights. Tickets are flexible, have open dates, and are valid for a 24-hour period. Even if you're in London for several days, this is a great way to get your bearings for the day, especially for first-time visitors to the city. Day trips: Outside of the city, there are excellent sightseeing opportunities that are easy to do on a day trip from London. The Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath day trip from London is an 11-hour guided tour that takes visitors to these must-see destinations. It's a great way to get around without the hassle of driving, navigating, and parking. If you are unable to buy some gifts for your family from any shop, you can get them from the online gift shop in...

London attractions complete guide

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  Whatever the reason for your visit, London has something for everyone. History buffs looking to brush up on British narrative will love the Tower of London. While London lives up to its reputation as one of the most expensive cities, it has several attractions that you can visit for free, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, Hyde Park, and Kensington Gardens, among others. When you're overwhelmed by the multitude of activities to do, sign up for one of the best tours in town to enjoy local guidance. Big Ben and Parliament: Nothing screams "London" more emphatically than the 318-foot tower that houses the giant clock and whose chime is known as Big Ben. It's as iconic as Tower Bridge, and the Big Ben tollbooth is known around the world as the BBC's time signal. Below that stretch along the Thames, the Houses of Parliament, for centuries the seat of the British government and once the location of the Royal Palace of Westminster, which was inhabited by William t...