
Life

Share
Published 21:00 1 May 2014 BST
Updated 07:43 18 Dec 2014 GMT
One of the best things about London is the abundance of markets. The buzz, the mix of people and the prospect of finding something that you'd never get in a shop all combine to make a great experience and Brixton Market and Camden Market are two of our favourites. If you do head to the latter, take the time to sample some of the great food available and if you're heading out on the town, you could do worse than checking out some of the area's famous bars and comedy clubs.
Brick Lane is famous for its Indian food and makes a great stop for dinner, while Cargo, Fabric and KOKO are some of the city's most notable nightspots. A lot of visitors to London have just one thing on their minds - shopping. Oxford Street and Regent Street are your first stop for high street favourites including Topshop, River Island, H&M and Uniqlo, hit up Carnaby Street for quirky independent stores and browse some very enviable designer goods on Bond Street and Mayfair. London is also home to two Westfield shopping centres, one in West London and one in Stratford, which house a great mix of shops, restaurants and bars.
Getting around London is pretty easy on the Underground or 'Tube' but make sure to get a day ticket or an Oyster card if you'll be travelling a lot as the queues for tickets can be a bit crazy at peak times. Accommodation can be a little expensive in London but if you shop around, you can bag some great deals.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Victoria is a great choice as it is an ideal location, close to great transport links for both the airport and the city itself, and some seriously plush decor (approximately €430 for a Friday and Saturday night). The Hyde Park Hotel is located close to the West End and offers rooms with a built-in kitchenette, which can be very handy if you're trying to keep costs down (€359 for a two-night weekend break) and we also love the four-star Richmond Hill Hotel, which is close to Heathrow with a fabulous leisure centre and pool (€334 for a weekend).
For these and more great deals, check out HerHotels here.