Travel Guide: London, England

London, England is city where historic landmarks merge with modern elegance to offer unparalleled sophistication through museums, delicious dining, and cultural experiences

London is one of those cities that’s endlessly fascinating to me, no matter how many times I visit. It’s got a perfect mix of history, culture, and modern energy that makes it hard to stay away.

What makes London special is how it has something for everyone. The British Museum, Tate Modern, and Natural History Museum are all world-class and – amazingly – free to visit. The food in London is mouthwateringly delicious – and more than just fish and chips.

One of the best things about London is just wandering and seeing where the day takes you. Each neighborhood has its own personality, from the trendy buzz of Shoreditch to the stately charm of Kensington. London is the kind of place where every visit feels like a new adventure.

Here’s a collection of my experiences London, England.

Stay
Great Scotland Yard Hotel by Hyatt Unbound Collection The Great Scotland Yard Hotel is a well designed stay - filled with unique and inspired London historic decor - in Whitehall area of London, England.
One Hundred Shoreditch My stay at the One Hundred Shoreditch hotel in the Shoreditch neighborhood like a welcoming "hello back" to a city I love.
The Hoxton, Southwark Some hotels that are simply perfectly situated near everything awesome for a 48 hour stay in London. The Hoxton, Southwark is one of them.
Experiences
In the Black Fantastic at the Hayward Gallery Beholding the elegant grace and beauty of stories curated within "In the Black Fantastic" at the Hayward Gallery was a powerful moment in my blackness and artistry
Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & Dover Tour by Evan Evans The Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & Dover Tour by Evan Evans offered me a comprehensive and intellectually stimulating day outside of London.
National Portrait Gallery at St Martin’s Place Visiting the National Portrait Gallery at St Martin’s Place and viewing the "Discover Degas and Miss La La" exhibit was an exquisite display of artistic mastery - in London, England
Punchdrunk: Viola’s Room Punchdrunk’s linear art experience - Viola’s Room - was a visual, physical and auditory masterpiece of sensual delights - off the Woolwich tube stop in London, England.
Tate Modern A visit to the Tate Modern promises an inspiring journey through the ever-changing landscape of modern art in London, England
The British Museum The British Museum - in the heart of London - is one of the most powerful museums in current era. The human history, art and collections I viewed was remarkable.
The Layover: A Few Hours to Walk and Explore Windsor, England With a six hour stopover in London, Windsor Castle was a nice way to spend a little time in England, before my next flight
Eat
Abbie Restaurant and Bar The Abbie Restaurant and Bar, at The Hoxton, Southwark, is a chill place for breakfast and later - cocktails - before dinner
Afternoon Tea at The Beaumont Hotel in Gatsby’s Room Afternoon Tea at The Beaumont Hotel in Gatsby's Room was the epitome of luxury, refinement and delicious tea and scones.
BAO Noodle Shop Lunch at BAO Noodle Shop in Shoreditch was a comforting and cozy experience in Taiwanese cuisine. 
Esquire’s Coffee In wanting to ground my energy in London after a flight from the States, a coffee and snack at Esquire’s Coffee was the perfect place to let time pass in Windsor, England
Kiln SoHo Dinner at Kiln SoHo was a delicious taste of modern Southeast Asian and Thai cuisine in London, England
Lobby Bar at One Hundred Shoreditch Enjoying a light bite and a cocktail at the Lobby Bar in One Hundred Shoreditch hotel can truly start your night off on a high note
Padella Dinner at Padella in London was the perfect goodbye dinner to a city that I love. 
Seabird Seabird, the rooftop restaurant of The Hoxton, Southwark, offers delicious, spacious views of London - with a great menu to match
Sketch London On my last day in London, I found myself wide awake early after another challenging night of insomnia. I decided to take the tube over to the Mayfair district to walk to Sketch London for breakfast.
Smoking Goat Dinner at the Smoking Goat is a delicious Shoreditch vibe paired with honestly crazy good regional Thai food to match
Whiskey & Seaweed by Clare Smyth Light bites and drinks at Whiskey & Seaweed, crafted by the kitchen of Core by Clare Smyth, served a delicious procession of pretty plates - in London, England
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