Wandering around department stores in London is not about buying, it’s the experience of seeing what’s there and the people. I rarely buy when I’m traveling on the other side of the world. Just have to lug it around. Remembering experiences, people and sights last so much longer than things. Yes, Carnaby and Liberty - definitely a must. Love your vids, Jess.

I was so disappointed when I went to M+M world. There was none of his later work, or his collaborations with Dr Dre or Rihanna.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

This comment made me LOL so much !!!!!

@travish3130

4 жыл бұрын

Hugh Tube 😂😂😂

@caodhlamaye

4 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@ericpinero8125

4 жыл бұрын

@@loveandlondon is it possible to work there even if you don't have any relatives leaving in London? thankyou🙂

I love hop on hop off bus tours. I usually take them to familiarize myself with the city and see all the touristy stuff for pictures. I try schedule one touristy if my trip permits it. IMO

@cijmo

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. Unless a person is a real adventurer/explorer, I recommend the HoHo buses in any city. You get the lay out of the city and you're never going to be able to visit everything on their route. Pick a few things and then it'll give you an idea of what to go see on your own when you get your legs. The banter is cute, too.

@GuillermoLG552

4 жыл бұрын

I too use HOHO buses to get my bearings in a city I've never been to, then I can go back and see what I want. I wouldn't if I have done a lot of research or had been there before however.

@lorettabertoli3736

4 жыл бұрын

I have nothing against hop on hop off buses, if you have not much time they allow you to see most of the city, so why not, But if you take time do do some research you can do that with public transport as well, there's a bus route in London (now I don't remember the number, maybe 11, I'm not sure) which takes you from the Tower of London to Trafalgar Square through St Paul's. at a fraction of the price of a hop on hop off you see a lot of the city. I personally like it that way.

@lisa_vxng

4 жыл бұрын

@@lorettabertoli3736 11 or 15 it is, and on weekends, on the 15 route you get the old busses, which is really cool. another great bus to take for the other half of touristy things (trafalgar sq, victoria, piccadilly) is the 24.... I really dont like the HOHO for being so expensive, when you around and see the same things for 1,50pounds on the hopper fare...

@alison9313

4 жыл бұрын

Jess does admit to using them when her folks only had a short time in London. When I lived there, the 24 bus was great, but when I went last year, they had shut down streets to invite a few protesters to shut down transportation, so the HoHo buses saved my trip. Employees at the stops were always helpful, even when I had a ticket for their competitor's bus. I'm also a downstairs person on buses, had lots of room & no concern about pickpockets. Went directly to places I wanted to go, lots of museums & castles on the routes..

So don’t do any of the touristy things as a tourist lol

I actually like the London Dungeon? I thought it's pretty fun for a horror fan and you can also learn some London history.

@maryjf84

4 жыл бұрын

I did too!!... there were parts that were actually funny.

@qataribananahamock1495

3 жыл бұрын

I loved M&M world and Im not sorry. You can buy a giant bag of only yellow ones.

@robertw477

2 жыл бұрын

I have been going to London for more than 20 yrs. I dont do the typical tourist stuff. However the campy dungeon is fun and I do go back when they add new things. They have an adults only night tour thats fun. I know some consider it a tourist trap.

When you're not from a country and you're only acquainted with iconic sites from TV , and you finally get a chance to visit, it's like a novelty excitement. 🥳🖖

@loveandlondon

3 жыл бұрын

that's totally fine, you do you!

Hi, i tried London's little Venice 😁 on the back of Paddington station. Such cool vibes and offbeat untouristy stuff. 🙏

Oxford Street may be super busy, but there's a lot of great shops just off Oxford, especially around Bond Street station. then take a stroll to Marble Arch, through Hyde Park. London is a great walking city.

This is like saying "If you are in Paris, don't go to the Louvre, don't see the Eiffel tower, don't walk down the Left bank etc." If you have never been to London, then Do walk through Piccadilly Circus and take some snaps, and if you want half price ticket to the theatre from TKTS, then you have no choice but to go to Leicester Square. As for Changing of the Guard, yes it can get crowded in summer, but 1. it is ever so British, 2. it is outside Buckingham Palace, that you are going to want to see anyway, 3. IT'S FREE!!! Look, you're a tourist, you have to do the tourist things once.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

You don't have to! It depends on what you want out of your trip.

@steveharris1740

2 жыл бұрын

To be fair, the title of the video does say “things to do that are more local, not touristy.”

I got back from London last Friday and can’t wait to go back. They have a large variety of candy selections.🌸

The Three Stags is a great pub with fantastic food. It's also right next to the Imperial War Museum which is a fun place to wander around after your Sunday Roast.

@carlosei1

4 жыл бұрын

I was in London this past May. I was starving when I left the Imperial War Museum. Too bad I didn't know about this place at the time...

I think you've lived in London too long, you're beginning to sound more "London" than the average Londoner! But seriously I love your videos, you tell it how it is. I would take issue with one thing you say though, my experience of eating in places in non touristy areas, is that they are often empty of a weekday lunchtime, and who wants to eat in a empty pub or restaurant.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! Nice thing about a quieter place is they usually had some deals on to try to encourage more visitors. You can even get a great deal at some Michelin starred restaurants.

@johnorchin8567

4 жыл бұрын

Love and London Thanks Jess! I will remember that.

@garycollumbell1396

4 жыл бұрын

I always eat in quiet pubs with friends so I can actually talk plus quiet Sunday roasts on occasion are unbeatable.

@MILLWALLmarc

3 жыл бұрын

mnm world, thought it was the rapper ??????

My favorite places yo view London are the Tate and the Tower Bridge. The walkways at the top of the bridge give a great view, especially if you have a sunny day. If you do the 10th floor at the Tate, take the stairs. The wait for the elevators was terrible, but the view, especially of St. Paul's, is fabulous.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Never had to wait long for the lift! Not sure I'd do the stairs personally ;) And of course many people are not able-bodied enough. Thanks for watching!

We were very lucky when we visited to be able to take part in the Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London. Afterward, we drank with the guards at the Yeoman Warder's Pub inside the Tower grounds. It was amazing.

I love your channel. You've inspired me to start my own channel in Texas. I am planning to travel to London in September for the 1st time. I can't wait to get there.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Great!!

Only thing I disagree with as born and living in london is the dungeons if u can get 2for1 or don't mind spending full price its a fun way to see dramatisised london history in a fun way that i enjoy going multiple times the others can be skipped

As someone who’s lived in London for 14 years I agree. I don’t agree about the London dungeon. You learn about the great plague, Jack the Ripper, Sweeney Tod, Henry the 8th and so on. You can’t see that anywhere else in that world as far as I’m aware x

Hi, Jess, brilliant video. I 100 per cent agree on the places you advise people not to visit. I would add one more, That Pedestrian Crossing, you know the one I mean, it's probably been repainted 100 times since they walked on it and I'm not certain it's even in exactly the same place and you will annoy the locals who want to drive along the road. If you want an elevated view of London and are reasonably fit and dont fancy the London Eye, you could go to the top of the Monument, although it isn't free. Looking forward to your next video soon.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I can't believe I forgot to add that one!!

I am loving this dgaf vibe from you Jess on things to avoid in London!

I visit London very regularly and would highly recommend Greenwich village via the the Thames river boat , Petticoat lane outdoor market on a weekend and Highgate cemetery which contains the grave of Karl Marx amongst others which although morbid is very interesting . A good walk away from the tourists in London is Hampstead heath which you can observe the locals enjoying the fresh air and views with their families and pets .

I agree with all of your suggestions. And, yes, people should pick one area of town each day so they don’t spend too much time in transport. Be sure to bring good walking shoes and I like to carry a little “day pack” on my back with maps, water bottle, light jacket so that my arms are free. I never spend time “shopping” on vacation - why? It’s more fun to visit sites, explore neighborhoods, admire the architecture and people watch. Never understand why people would pay huge money to ride the London Eye! Take the inexpensive boat down to Greenwich for the day and get a wonderful view of London from the Observatory on the hill!

We're in agreement for most of this. Most of these I avoided. I did the London Eye; it's the only thing about the trip that I regret. I was caught in the Changing of the Guard after my Buckingham Palace tour; thankfully, the police were enforcing a corridor through the crowd, so I got out of there pronto. The London Dungeon looks cool, though. I understand that it's rather London-specific, and might not belong with the lame, find-them-everywhere attractions you've grouped it with.

Oh, and please avoid Winter Wonderland AT ALL COSTS!!! It's trying to recreate German or Austrian Christmas Markets; as a German, I can honestly say, that failed. A lot. It is loud, noisy, and more like an amusement park if anything, but it has nothing in common with "real" Christmas markets. There are much more beautiful places to visit, believe me!

Isn’t Leicester square right near the hippodrome and China town?

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Yep

Giving a thumbsup immediately because you segmented your video so it's easy to skip the parts you knew you weren't going to see anyway! Thank you so much for that.

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

Sure! Thanks for watching.

You are so right what you say about Central London but as I'm now an old git Soho was so brilliant 40 years ago, dare I say when it was seedier, as a twenty year old it felt exciting and edgy going in the pubs and the friend I went with still reminisce about those fantastic days. Great video.

I'm actually glad to hear Leicester Square, next to my hotel, is a fast-food hub. When I land at night and I'm jetlagged, those places are a godsend! I'll start eating local the next morning. :-)

@citizenofthebikinibottom5617

Жыл бұрын

Yeah to be fair at least with those chain restaurants, you know what you're getting and it's good value. If you're going to London for London food then avoid, but if that's not the reason, chain restaurants!

The London Eye is pretty good if you go on a weekday about 8pm as I did. Walked straight up the the almost empty ticket counter and a few minutes later I was on it. There was only six other people in my capsule and it was such a great way to see the layout of London as the early summer sun set!

Since I was in grade school of all countries, London is the place I always dreaming of leaving and working. I don't know why it keeps running on my mind untill now I'm hoping that some day time will come I will be able to work or even visit that lovely place..🙂❤️

I just enjoy your channel l just recommended your channel to some friends that are going to London in March of 2020 ... keep up the great work

I went to London for the first time in May 2022. It was such a nice trip! It was so easy to get around. The public transportation is efficient and practical. I visited The National Gallery, The Tower of London, Tower Bridge and The Westminster Abbey! I took my selfie right in front of Big Ben too :p I’m a Potterhead so the Making of Harry Potter - Studios tour was a must! I have to agree The Changing of the Guards was underwhelming. Way too crowded! But overall it was such a pleasant trip. I’m planning to go back next year for Christmas 🎅🏻

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Trecy! Grab one of my guides so you can get a bit more local next time ;) shop.loveandlondon.com

@trecyakougna4086

2 жыл бұрын

@@loveandlondon thanks 😊

@navidrahimzadeh

Жыл бұрын

Do you think two and half days is enough to get a sense of London? I can't decide between 2.5 and 3.5 days. We are not much into churches and museums

Thanks! Now I don't feel like the only weirdo. Because I generally dislike "attractions" (what some of us Mainers call roach traps), I travel alone. I sometimes rent an apartment and live almost entirely in a single neighborhood until the initial illusion of a new place wears off. This is when the neighborhood becomes a part of me. As an Albanian friend told me, because life is too short, she tries to live something like several lifetimes. She does this in part by avoiding all the prefabricated, factory made experiences she can. I look forward to investigating more of your videos.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

It's better to know that you don't like them, because then you can save yourself a ton of money and time!

I remember accidentally ending up at Leicester Square. Didn't even know that was where I was at.

Why am I still here even though I cant afford a london trip.. psyco KZread..😅😂

One of the very best videos I've ever watched on KZread. I watched four times in a row 😂😂 Coming to London next month and I'm feeling like a Pro already 😂 Actually subscribed to your channel. Thank you 💗😊

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

haha amazing, glad you enjoyed!

If someone wants to see the Changing of the Guards I recommend seeing it at Windsor Castle instead (if you're planning on visiting the castle on your trip). So many less people, you're much closer to the guards instead of behind the gates like in Buckingham Palace, and seeing them walk around the castle grounds and bark at people who are in their way is hilarious! They don't do it every day, so check the schedule in advanced and then plan your day trip to Windsor.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

But don't day trip out of London if there for less than a week, or it's not Jess approved ;)

A benefit to the hop on-off buses is seeing places where you might consider going, where you’d otherwise pass up. We got a free one-day pass from our London Pass and ended up paying for another in Paris. Wouldn’t do anything more than a day.

So I am guilty of visiting Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds. But to be honest Madame Tussauds was so much fun, I would not want to miss it. It was crazy expensive though and also pretty crowded, so yes and yes and they do have several museums like it around the world, but London is still the OG. Oxford Street was pretty terrible, but I wanted to get to Primark for their better than average collection of Harry Potter stuff (in German Primark Ravenclaw stuff is pretty hard to come by) and it was an experience to see shops with djs in them - also we wanted to go see a pretty cool bookshop nearby. And Piccadilly Circus was the first stop we left the tube at, just to feel that you are actually in London. For tourists you sometimes still need to see the touristy stuff, you have seen a million times online to know that you are actually there. I still would want to go to Harrods - see how it compares to Galerie Lafayette or KaDeWe, but maybe check out Selfridges and Liberty too.

@tonydelat2322

4 жыл бұрын

I did enjoy visiting Harrods and I did like it (you should visit next time), Madame Tussauds I skipped because I had visited already in L.A. so no point on seeing similar stuff. I love Primark (we don't have Primark in Mexico) so whenever I go to Europe I'll step on one without a doubt. Piccadilly Circus I do feel is a must (but only for a picture and video on that particular site, that's it)

@CharlineLikesC

4 жыл бұрын

@@tonydelat2322 I will be back in London for VidCon next year 😍 always a good opportunity to stay a few days longer and explore. Primark is not my favourite, but it is so cool that you are from Mexico! Hola! Que tal? :D

@steveharris1740

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve already been to Madame Tussaud’s in Paris and Las Vegas. It’s always fun though. So, I say go if you want to.

I agree with a lot of your advice but I'm not sure that M and M world and Changing the Guard are really comparable. Changing the guard is a world class, historical and free event, outside an iconic building. The other is an American "candy store".

Totally agree with these with a few minor exceptions. If you're going to London for the first time the HOHO bus tour is a good way to get oriented. Skip the London eye and the awful four, they don't really give you a good sense for London at all. It may interesting to walk by some of these areas to see what all the fuss is about but don't spend much time or money in the really touristy areas.

The one thing I will say in Harrod's defense, it's so worth going to the Food Halls. It's a feast for the eyes and stomach, the shopping part? Not so much, going to gawp at the food, YES!!!

I've loved all your videos until this one. I think you've tripped up a little bit. The London Dungeon really is good fun and I do not believe that this specific history "can be experienced in any other city in the World". I also was very saddened at your disdain for two other things. The London Eye is a must. Quite simply there is no other possible way to see the skyline at an affordable price. And in any case, the South Bank is an enjoyable place to experience. Finally, I just do not get at all your dismissal of Changing of the Guard. For one thing, this is not a 'Tourist Attraction' actually, but a tradition that is multiples older than your actual country. It is also a spectacle that is genuinely enjoyed by English people. It is what we do best, and to dismiss it as 'touristy' is a mistake. So unfortunately, although this is very nearly another good video, you have dropped the ball once or twice on this one, I'm afraid. 'A' for effort and production, though.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

There are lots of free viewpoints for those who don't want to pay ;) That's your opinion, happy for you to have it and enjoy those things! But this video is for people who want a local experience, as it says in the title, and those places do not provide any local experiences about the city. But people who want something different from that for their trip, that's totally fine! Thanks for watching.

I like Oxford st I am a big people watcher. Every trip (quarterly) I like to pop into Selfridges to check out the tech shop downstairs. I collect watches so always dig the watch shop there too. Harrods you can get a good lunch. I stay at the Ned so on weekends pretty quiet but centrally located.

And as a Jersey girl who used to go to NYC all the time, I 100% agree about Times Sq. and the M&M store (which they have in Times Sq). I used to walk pass there and not bother to stop. As for Piccadilly, I had to wait there for my friend's daughter (who lives out in England) to take me around the area. And it was the Picadilly Line that took me to my main destination. But, other thing else is spot on.

I was for my first time in London 2 years ago...I visit a lot of free museums and The London Transport Museum in Covent Garden ( it;s not free ) but ... I recommend it !!!

Another very good & practical london trip tip video !! Everyone should watch this !! 👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎵🎶💕💞

I love peanut M&Ms. It wouldn't be a road trip without them. My wife's cousin actually drove the M&M NASCAR for years. Out of the 17 million things to do in London, the M&M store is 17,000,001 on my list. Thanks for your content.

@loveandlondon

Жыл бұрын

hahahahah I love the way you put that. Thanks for watching

I agree with everything you say in this video. I try to visit once a year but I never go near oxford street and Piccadilly unless it’s absolutely necessary. The City (business area) and Embankment is lovely for a dawn stroll though, if you like getting out and about early and avoid the crowds.

wouldn't say Notting Hill and Camden are that local, they are still fairly touristy areas. Need to go out a bit further on the tube to get a more local feel, as London is a big ol town

@garycollumbell1396

4 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't say notting hill is. Camden is defo touristy now used to be a hub for alt culture

I love changing of the guard, but I would say that being an ex soldier.

You can get nice souveniers at the different museum shops

I am an old guy and I did enjoy the London Dungeon. Noted the huge block long crowds of teenagers (mostly) waiting to get in. Took note and got an advanced ticket and walked right in. Take a ride on the London Ducks (WWII GMC DUKW) amphibious tours located beside the London Eye for a much more exciting voyage. I did both Harrod's and Selfridges on two different trips. Did the quick escalator trip and browsed briefly what interested me just to say I did it and am glad I did. I also stopped inside that shop from Absolutely Fabulous just to say I was there. I too avoided the Changing at Buck and recommend highly the Horse Guard Parade in lieu of and you can add Churchill's Underground War Cabinet Rooms in less time.

@loveandlondon

Жыл бұрын

I think those Duck Tours are banned now because they are very unsafe

I feel your pain with M&M World ....thanks for all your great videos ! We are going to London next week for the first time and now I am binge -watching all of your content :) :)

@loveandlondon

Жыл бұрын

Amazing, have a great visit! We just launched Tours and Experiences so be sure to check those out: tours.loveandlondon.com/

No Londoner in their right mind shops in Oxford Street. Most Londoners do not go to Harrods unless they have oversea visitors.

Only reason to go Piccadilly or Leicester Square is Waxy O’Conner’s. That pub is stunning!

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Ugh I disagree lol it's so kitchy

@jasonjames1240

4 жыл бұрын

Love and London suppose everyone has their own taste. But never heard the carpentry in the basement church of drinking called tacky.

Some of us who will visit London for the first time might want to go to Harrods. And we might buy something there. You may not like shopping but some people do. And yes, it’s also the experience in visiting Harrods that would also be a good thing for new visitors. So what if folks have to go to these tacky stores that sell souvenirs. I’ve been to so many countries and I still buy refrigerator magnets, some to give as gifts. People do appreciate being given little things like that. And there’s nothing wrong with Hop On Hop Off. It’s a good way to first familiarize yourself around the city. And definitely all the touristy places we will visit and loads more places to go because our planned visit is for 10 days, coming in from Paris.

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

You do you! But as this video is titled, these are things to avoid if you want a more LOCAL experience. If you're not fussed to experience the more local side of the city then go for it, do the super touristy things.

No M & M World. But I DO love my "Mind the Gap" shirt! LOL!

Going to London in December. I've been watching a lot of your videos to prepare 😄 Thanks!

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Dorothy!

@abbiscuit

4 жыл бұрын

Go see the Changing of the Guard. You won't regret it.

I was in London last weekend and we actually randomly stumbled on to Liberty. Pretty cool place not gonna lie.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

It's lovely.

@bretaskinner3143

4 жыл бұрын

Liberty: FABRIC ! I also ogle the scarves.

Agree with Oxford St/Oxford Circus but like Carnaby just a few yards away is Hamley's. Sure it's pretty much always packed but that's because it's the best toy shop in the world and I just feel like a bewildered kid all over again going in there.

I love the DILLIGAF, bad ass and you do you vibe on this video 😂

I wish I knew this when I went to study abroad in London in Summer 2017, went to so many pubs and was disappointed at how bad the food was at each one. I didn't even get to experience any good fish and chips. But I do plan on going back though so thank you so much for the tips! I realize that I actually do prefer the local experience more than the tourist one 👍🏽

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

I did the same when I studied abroad and visited London! Went to some very icky pubs...

@tokyodoll7000

4 жыл бұрын

Love and London experience is the best teacher, haha!

@harleydonski

4 жыл бұрын

You don't go to pubs for "good" fish & chips, you have to go to a chippy for that.

Interesting what you said about Times Square. When I went to NYC I was so disappointed with what was there.

@loveandlondon

Жыл бұрын

yeah times square is awful, every new yorker avoids it at all costs lol

Go to Camden Town Market and you can find all of the exact same souvenirs for literally a pound each as opposed to 6/7

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

And it's all the same crap 😂

Just found out your channel and binging a bit. You’re so right with the places, however, I love street photography and all the touristy places are really great for quirky street photographs of people doing all sorts of stuff! I usually get my little leica and roam around all these areas on foot and quite often I find a lot of quirky subjects!

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks for watching.

Thank you for posting this beautiful videos. I truly enjoy it while watching

@loveandlondon

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Tess!

What’s wrong with m&m world? I liked being there for 10 minutes. May be not an hour but if you are there it okay to wandered between the floors and take some colorful pictures! Of course, I would not recommend to go across the whole city just to get specifically there.

Oh my, the last time I visited London was in '88. I saw loads of major attractions with no one around - I mean no one was at Buckingham Palace or Hyde Park... none of the sites. The most crowded (and there were still not many people few people), aside from the Tower of London, was The London Tower Bridge. (After that trip I'd never go to the Tower of London again - they rush people through like cattle, hardly giving your eyes the time to focus on the crown jewels.) Even Big Ben was relatively empty and easy to walk about in. Oxford street, the lot. We took the bus tour and used the tube and walked and walked and walked, always looking for cheap, good takeaway eateries away from the action (we asked for opinions on the street and got directed to some good places). What a nightmare they appear to be now from the pictures shown. No doubt Americans engaging in international travel has likewise increased dramatically in over 30 years.

She's not lying about Oxford Street. I was in the neighborhood to see Handel & Hendrix; the place is a calamity. Brick and mortar retail is dying for a reason.

Oxford Circus/Street has really cleaned up issues with congestion. It's not as much of a pain to walk through as it used to be, and traffic has been cleared up. What you said about M&M's world is entirely accurate. I'm born and raised in London, and I can say that M&M's world is just a poor expense of time. Leicester Square is mostly used for cinematic premieres, it's the place to go if you want to go and see celebs occasionally debuting huge films and when the biggest films hit the UK. Kinda the centre of UK cinema, but that doesn't really happen as often anymore, so the cinemas there are now just overpriced. Piccadilly is good for street performers, and is more for clubbing, gambling (lots of casinos). Other than that, it's only the junction between Leicester Square, Regent Street, Soho, Chinatown, St James, Mayfair, etc. All of which have more interesting things to see than Piccadilly itself. I actually recommend tourists use one of the bus tours on their first day, because London is a huge city and it's very easy to get lost. It's good to familiarise yourself with the city's transport routes, and see the landmarks so you know where you're going for the rest of the trip. Though, to be fair, you could just use a normal bus journey instead. Your awful 4's list was spot on. Perfect. Yes. Also add the Sherlock Museum. Regent's Park, which is close to Madame Tussaud's is a gorgeous park that I recommend people visit. I disagree with the avoidance of pubs if you are trying for a local experience. There are definitely pubs worth going to in central London, but they are hidden in the side roads of areas off of the main streets. Mayfair, Soho, Fitzrovia, Camden, have great pubs. People who work in London offices usually use the pubs for after-work drinks, and if there is a sporting event on, pubs will be packed. I would never recommend avoiding a pub for a local experience. Your recommendation of Notting Hill is perfect. Changing the guard is traditional, but that's it. You're right. If you want to know about London history and tradition, then of course you kinda have to see it once in your life, but Buckingham Palace is traditional enough that you don't need it. As a London local, the changing of the guard only tells me roughly what time of day it is. other than that, avoid like the plague. Hahahahahaha souvenir shops. Spot on.

I love the London Eye. It’s good for people who are afraid of Ferris Wheels because it’s so slow.

@garycollumbell1396

4 жыл бұрын

Problem is is usually cloudy and you dont see much apart form towering blocks for London's worst neigborhoods

Did Big Bus Tours sponsor her on one video? She actually recommended it. Now she’s saying to avoid them? 🤔

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Nope. Our videos are barely ever sponsored. That video was made a long time ago and in it I say if you want a very touristy experience then they are good.

15 years ago Oxford street used to be not as crowded as today. ( don't know if it's just me, but I notice this)

I just went last week wish u had uploaded this video earlier

I concur also on London Eye and Changing of the Guard. I went on a tour of Buckingham Palace, which wasn't a highlight of my last trip, but it was nothing to sneeze at. The Changing was happening as I exited; I got the hell out of there. Were I to go again, I would swap the Sky Garden (which was, unbeknownst, right next to my hotel on Tower Hill) for the Eye. Of all the things I did in London, the Eye is the only one I would advise against.

Very very informative video.Keep it up.

I actually like Oxford Circus and Bond Street. They are nice to see. Yes it's busy but if you go at the right time then you can enjoy the street and then your not having to stress about the busy areas. London has a lot to offer. Sometimes too much. So yeah definitely agree with the video here. But visit some of the parks too and some of the shopping centres like Westfield. They are pretty good but be careful.

This is great! NYC girl here heading across the pond in April-HATE Tourist stuff and want to see the real deal so thanks!

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

I just got back and did none of these. I’m sure that makes me super cool. I chose to visit historical sites and museums, excluding The Tower of London. Even that seems too touristy. I also have to add that everyone was very friendly and very helpful. I didn’t expect Londoners to be so nice.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you had a good time :)

Excellent video....and excellent advice!

Always LOVE your channel and recommendations! I seriously have never understood the M&M and Shrek thing there...Like, what? Why!??

Lots of cities have a large Ferris wheel now. Where's the novelty?

Changing of the guard is boring and you dont see much at Buckingham. If you want to see it better go to Windsor castle. Windsor is more interesting to visit than Buckham palace for the areas that are open to the public.

Have seen a few other videos shot at this location as well! Must be a place to check out. Interesting. Can't wait to visit London. Hopefully next year

And please avoid being fleeced by the rickshaws. Always agree a price before you ride.

I only like one place in the square and that’s this really nice restaurant and the Christmas market they have at Christmas

I’m traveling with kids in March. Any recommendations and tips?

@beatrice2236

4 жыл бұрын

Me too. Worried it is going to be so cold

@abiwest2589

4 жыл бұрын

I would say the museum District. I live in London and my childhood was filled with trips to the science museum and natural history museum.

@abiwest2589

4 жыл бұрын

And as a Londoner don't be don't scared off by this video, because as a Londoner myself I live these places, even if they are busy. Also the park that she is in St. James park is quite pretty but maybe not super fun for kids

@abiwest2589

4 жыл бұрын

Also my mum's fave thing to take my little cousins when they visit is the London Eye experience which is next to the Eye, and is a five minute 4d film, that's obvs not as good as the eye but it is free and good for kids

@studogable

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry about your trip, mate.

Madam Tussaud’s is better a little drunk in Vegas at the Venetian 🤣. Any issues with luggage storage? We are doing Caledonian sleeper but need to be out of arbnb but 11 am don’t board for 12 hours?

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

haha! Here's my article that tells you a ton of options for luggage storage: loveandlondon.com/where-to-store-luggage-in-london/

I agree, and I lived in NY(Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx). I saw similarities between NY and Atlanta(another place I lived) to London. I have been to the attractions there so I don't feel like I'm missing out. You see one, you see all. Examples: Piccadilly Circus is Herald Square in NY; Harrod's is Macy at Herald Square.I've been to Madame Tussaud's in NY several times and I loved it. There's a small Ferris Wheel in Atlanta where a developer from England copied the London Eye located near CNN, GA Aquarium, and the World of Coca Cola(and I've been to all of them). My favorite hangout spot was Times Square, where the world crosses. I also rode on the Double Decker bus in NY and Las Vegas, Nevada(which is called the Deuce). Therefore, I'm glad that I can view these free videos online so it will save me some money. Thank you for the update.

Would you say visiting the Eiffel Tower in Paris is a wast of time too lol , not say that your not right on some of the things that your saying but my rule of thumb is that you go to the tourist places get a few good photos and get the hell out as fast as possible. And things like changing of the gaurs is good to see once but I definitely won’t do it again. Certain thing are a one and done ✅ and when it comes to souvenirs especially when your a photographer is to take photos.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Hey! This video is things to avoid if you want a local experience. You do you! But if you want a local experience and to understand the ins and outs of the city and the people who live there, you won't get that from what's mentioned.

@jcsvlogs1657

4 жыл бұрын

I like doing Local things as well I’m a big fan of that I’m just saying it nice to grab a few photos of tourist locations and not spend a lot of time or any money for that matter. I went to the Gherkin building which is not even a tourist thing and I also when to see the Bank of England because I like architecture and even found some local pubs myself and no I didn’t visit a wax museum or the shrek experience those belong in the bin

Hello, I want to ask a question. For instance you go to the shopping for just looking clothes. You Try them but you don't buy. Is it a problem for a Londener sellers?

@loveandlondon

Жыл бұрын

Nope!

I'm so glad you've included The London Eye. I can't grasp why people overpay for that "attraction". More like a tourist trap to me.

@loveandlondon

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I love Carnaby for shopping and also Soho for food, they have nice Korean restaurants there

soooo useful for when i go. thank you jess 🙏🙏 ps. love the hair outtake haha

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mikhail

The awful four (I would take out the wax museum and put in the London Bridge Experience m'self) are mostly if you're a family traveling. The kids won't be wowed by museums and pubs all day and they don't care about the churches and history. It's sort of like, we have this wonderful big festival here every year in my city. 60 marquis tents are put up, each hosted by a different country and there's food, dance, crafts and of course people to talk to. But if you have kids, you'll need to go to the playground and/or paddleboats at some point in the day because kids won't be impressed by food from 60 countries.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I figure. But also why travel all the way to London to do things that you could get at disney world or places closer to home? :)

Bella Italia is ok. China Town is right behind Leicester Square and is great!

@loveandlondon

3 жыл бұрын

Bella italia is AWFUL 😂

@stefandv2545

3 жыл бұрын

@@loveandlondon Thats not fair, its average. Its not memorable but its also not comparable to some of the amazing fine dining or imaginative restaurants dotted all over the city. I would say its a bit worse than nando's, but there is always a time and a place for nandos. At least its a UK chain not exclusively targeted at tourists.

@stefandv2545

3 жыл бұрын

That said if you are in London for only a few days you probably don't want average...

I love the hop ons because if you a pressed for time or not familiar with the city you have a chance to see quite a bit of the attractions.. but I can see how if you had lots of time or live in the area they could be highly annoying

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah and if you want to see the local areas and things to do, these buses don't reach them.

I love your videos and wish I had found them before our trip to London this summer. While we did go to Leicester square and M&M World it was because we had tickets for a play there otherwise we would have avoided it.

@loveandlondon

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks!

Hey, I like Leicester Square!

I’ll keep these tips in mind!