It's the same in any large City, places not to go are plenty, but knowing where to go..............
Can I suggest Dodger, for the cost of a decent weekends golf, approx. £300, a 2 night stay in the Thistle Tower Hotel overlooking Tower Bridge. Fantastic views overlooking the bridge and river with all the bars and restaurants along side and opposite the Hotel. If timed right, the bridge may be opening as you walk back over to the Hotel, which is a sight to be seen. And it's true, those Chinese tourists do take lots of photos!
Then a relaxing river cruise with a choice of boat companies, offering a guided tour pointing out all the places of interest as you amble along.
How about a visit to Buckingham Palace for the audio tour inside, (wasn't going to bother at first when I went) but really worth while so you can take in all the surroundings whilst listening to very interesting historical facts, and cleverly, the audio knows which room you're in as you proceed.
If that isn't for you, the garden displays outside the Palace are outstanding, as is the changing of the guard if there at the right time. Also, again if not for you, there is the park just over the way, along with the eating places where you can get a burger and a beer, and just sit down and enjoy the surroundings.
Then in the evening take in a lovely meal in one of the many riverbank restaurants, and remember, not too much to drink, as I'm sure your Burd will want to show her appreciation for a fantastic weekend!!
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It's the same in any large City, places not to go are plenty, but knowing where to go..............
Can I suggest Dodger, for the cost of a decent weekends golf, approx. £300, a 2 night stay in the Thistle Tower Hotel overlooking Tower Bridge. Fantastic views overlooking the bridge and river with all the bars and restaurants along side and opposite the Hotel. If timed right, the bridge may be opening as you walk back over to the Hotel, which is a sight to be seen. And it's true, those Chinese tourists do take lots of photos!
Then a relaxing river cruise with a choice of boat companies, offering a guided tour pointing out all the places of interest as you amble along.
How about a visit to Buckingham Palace for the audio tour inside, (wasn't going to bother at first when I went) but really worth while so you can take in all the surroundings whilst listening to very interesting historical facts, and cleverly, the audio knows which room you're in as you proceed.
If that isn't for you, the garden displays outside the Palace are outstanding, as is the changing of the guard if there at the right time. Also, again if not for you, there is the park just over the way, along with the eating places where you can get a burger and a beer, and just sit down and enjoy the surroundings.
Then in the evening take in a lovely meal in one of the many riverbank restaurants, and remember, not too much to drink, as I'm sure your Burd will want to show her appreciation for a fantastic weekend!!
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You can suggest away but it'll no be happening.Not in that rancid place anyway.Munich on the other hand......:ears:
And Buckingham Palace??!!
You really do not know me at all!!
True, I do not know you, but kinda' guessed what your reply might be.
It was just a few light hearted ideas that I thought might appeal to your cultural side.
Please tell me you would like the bars though! :cheers:
London is indeed one of the 'Greatest' cities in the world.
Greatest Traffic problems
Greatest Transport systems.
Greatest Transport issues
Greatest shopping opportunities
Greatest Rip-offs
Greatest per-Capita earnings
Greatest living costs
Greatest Diversity
Greatest 'Ghetto' count
etc.
From the limited number of times I visited Glasgow, I saw pretty much the same tendency to 'Greatness'.
Edinburgh, on the other hand, is my size 'town' and, even with the shambles that was Princes St, is my favourite UK city. It is, however, unashamedly car-unfriendly!
As for the football; something of a non-event imo. I England win it's expected. If Scotland win, it's a fix!
