London, Metropolis in southern England, United Kingdom
The capital extends across both banks of the River Thames, encompassing 32 boroughs and the central City of London district.
Founded as Londinium by Romans in 47 CE, the settlement evolved into a major trading port and became England's capital during the Norman period.
The metropolis contains four UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Tower of London, Westminster Palace, Maritime Greenwich, and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew.
London operates six international airports and an extensive underground network, connecting 270 stations through 11 lines across the metropolitan area.
The City of London financial district maintains its own police force and electoral system, operating as an independent ceremonial county within Greater London.
Location: Greater London
Inception: 47
Elevation above the sea: 4 m
Shares border with: Essex, Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Hertfordshire
Address: London, UK WD London
Website: https://london.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.50745,-0.12777
Latest update: November 1, 2025 18:35
London has over 60,000 restaurants that showcase its diverse cultural heritage and its status as an international capital. From fish and chips in Victorian pubs in Covent Garden to Taiwanese buns in Peckham, the city offers a wide range of global culinary traditions. Neighborhoods like Shoreditch, Fitzrovia, and Chelsea host establishments where traditional British dishes meet influences from Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean. This selection includes options for all budgets and preferences. You will find steakhouses serving locally raised meats, family trattorias preparing fresh pasta, cafes offering substantial breakfasts, and restaurants specializing in charcoal-grilled dishes. Each venue was chosen for its cuisine, value for money, or particular ambiance, whether it’s a counter open to the kitchens or a room with old wooden paneling.
A collection of hidden bars and original venues located in landmark areas of London, including secret bars in former underground stations, cafés set in Victorian restrooms, and rooftops with panoramic views.
Buckingham Palace
1.2 km
Big Ben
782 m
Wembley Stadium
11.8 km
Tower of London
3.6 km
Westminster Abbey
896 m
Palace of Westminster
925 m
10 Downing Street
458 m
London Eye
721 m
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
11.6 km
Kensington Palace
4.2 km
The Shard
2.9 km
St Paul's Cathedral
2.2 km
London Bridge
2.8 km
Tower Bridge
3.6 km
British Museum
1.3 km
Madame Tussauds London
2.5 km
56 Dean Street
635 m
Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom
3.6 km
Harrods
2.6 km
Trafalgar Square
71 m
Financial Times
2.3 km
London Stock Exchange
2.2 km
Globe Theatre
2.3 km
Clarence House
837 m
Royal Albert Hall
3.5 km
West End theatre
439 m
Hampton Court Palace
18.6 km
St James's Palace
757 mReviews
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