Travel News & Events in London

Welcome to the Owner Direct Vacation Rentals Travel Guides page for London. Here you can find out lots of information about Travel News & Events in London, to help you plan your vacation easily. If you’re planning a vacation in London, you’ll find all you need to know about Travel News & Events in London right here. Just browse through the list below to get a good feel for what’s available for you in London, courtesy of Owner Direct Vacation Rentals.

1. Attractions
London has the greatest concentration of major attractions in Britain and boasts four World Heritage Sites. 238 attractions that are free to enter, so there's nowhere else in the world where you can see so much for so little.

2. Pubs and Bars
London has a vibrant bar and pub scene. With over 5,000 pubs and bars, the capital has everything from traditional British public houses to cutting-edge and modern venues. You can opt for the tradition pub experience or hang out in the more luxurious home of the first British Martini.

3. Sports and Outdoors
From tennis and cricket to more unusual sports on skates and skis, London is host to a wealth of sporting events and activites. So if you're more of a spectator than an active sportsman, start filling out those diary dates...

4. Shopping
With over 30,000 shops and 26 major street markets to choose from, the sheer variety on offer is hard to imagine. The city that gave the world the mini skirt, punk and Alexander McQueen continues to bubble over with excellent fashions, from in-the-know East End boutiques to the world-famous Selfridges...

5. Why London?
London is one of the world’s most remarkable and exciting cities. It has something to offer every type of traveller. This vibrant metropolis embraces the diverse cultures of its population, reflected through cuisine, shops, music and colourful festivals...

6. London Sightseeing and Top Attractions
On your London sightseeing trip, the top-ten major attractions are a must. The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and on Horse Guards Parade are free displays of colourful Royal pageantry. In August and September Buckingham Palace itself is open to visitors. Take a look at the Houses of Parliament and the famous clocktower that houses 'Big Ben'...

7. Royal Residences....Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837. It evolved from a town house that was owned from the beginning of the eighteenth century by the Dukes of Buckingham. Today it is The Queen's official residence...