London Honeymoon

London offers honeymoon couples an extraordinary palette of world-class art galleries and theatres, culinary treats, cutting-edge fashions and a frenetic nightlife . . . not to forget, great shopping opportunities!

From a settlement founded by Romans in AD 43, the City of London – a mere 2.6km² of expensive real estate commonly known as ‘the Square Mile’ – is now a sprawling 1,580km² metropolis.

Things to do and see
Catch a play in the open-air galleried Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, a replica of the 1599 Elizabethan playhouse; watch the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace; take high tea at the Ritz; discover Roman and Greek antiquities, including the famous Elgin Marbles at the world-famous British Museum; enjoy breathtaking views on the London Eye, the world's largest ferris wheel; then cruise the Thames River to picturesque Greenwich.

Meander through London’s tranquil parks, from Hyde Park to Kensington Gardens or explore one of London’s many quiet, leafy squares; then pick up something special at Harrods – the classic department store sells everything you can imagine.

Best walks
London is best explored on foot. Try these wonderful walks: Stroll from Westminster Abbey, cross Westminster Bridge, along the South Bank past the London Eye to Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe, then cross the Millennium Bridge to St Paul’s Cathedral; discover Hampstead Heath’s woods, lakes and meadows and great views over London.

Meander through Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens past sculptures, fountains, flower gardens and boating lakes; then walk along Richmond’s towpath to the royal park, catch sight of deer, break for a pint at a pub and duck into the 17th-century Ham House for a cultural treat.

Best time to visit London?
Any time. London’s climate is generally mild with damp winters and moderate summers. Summer averages 18°C with a high of 30°C, while spring and autumn average 13°C and winter averages 5°C.

Travel Tip – London’s favourite listings magazine, Time Out, published every Tuesday afternoon, is essential reading if you want to get the most out of your visit. The magazine provides details of prices and reviews of shows, theatre and music. Visit online at www.timeout.com