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Riyadh to London Tour Packages

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Are you planning your vacation from Riyadh to London? Your search ends here, as this post exclusively focuses on comprehensive Riyadh to London tour packages, providing you with all the essential details you need for your trip.

Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia and the largest city on the Arabian Peninsula. The population of Riyadh was 7.6 million in 2019, making it the most populous city in Saudi Arabia. Riyadh’s GDP per capita income is $ 32,372, the second-highest after Dhahran’s $55,940. This gives the city a high disposable income to travel worldwide and a high inbound travel destination to the UK.

Riyadh to London Travel

The distance between Riyadh and London is a whopping 6,118 km by road and 4,946 km by air. You need to be super adventurous to do road travel to reach London from Riyadh. By Road, it can take a minimum of 62 hours to reach London. Of course, you will be taking breaks throughout your journey. So it can take up to 7 -9 days of being on the road to reach London. However, the best alternative we would recommend for travelling to London from Riyadh will be Air travel.

Riyadh to London flights

The best airline service and most efficient on-time arrival will be the national airline of Saudi Arabia, which is Saudia. Reviewers on TripAdvisor have given 3.5 stars to the Saudia airline. The following are the topmost recommended airlines for travel to London from Riyadh:

  1. Saudia (3.5 stars on TripAdvisor)
  2. Emirates (4 stars on TripAdvisor)
  3. British Airways ( 3.5 stars on Tripadvisor)
  4. Qatar (4 stars on TripAdvisor)
  5. KLM (4 stars on TripAdvisor)

The fastest among the above-mentioned flights will be Saudia and British Airways, which will take roughly 7 hours to reach London. Both these flights offer a non-stop flight from Riyadh to London. We recommend Saudia and Qatar Airways for your flight to book your trip from Riyadh to London.

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Book your Riyadh to London Emirates flight with us
Book your Riyadh to London Emirates flight with us

Top London hotels to stay for Riyadh Tourists

Once you are done with the visa formalities and flight booking, you will need to sort out the hotel booking. London has the most beautiful and highest number of 5-star hotels in the world, with 75 hotels in total. Surpassing Dubai, which has 61 5-star hotels. The top 10 London hotels,s as per Travel Leisure in 2022, are as follows:

S.No Hotel Name Score  
1 Shangri-La the Shard, London 97.86 Check Availability
2 The Goring, Belgravia 96.55 Check Availability
3 The Connaught, Westminster 95.79 Check Availability
4 The Lanesborough, Oetker Collection 95.50 Check Availability
5 Kimpton Fitzroy London 95.24 Check Availability
6 Claridge’s, Mayfair 94.60 Check Availability
7 The Savoy, Strand 93.63 Check Availability
8 Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park 92.95 Check Availability
9 Four Seasons Hotel London, Park Lane 92.50 Check Availability
10 Rosewood London 92.39 Check Availability

In case you are looking for other specific London hotels, you can search and book below based on availability:

Visa requirements for travelling to London from Riyadh

For Riyadh to London travel, it is mandatory for Citizens as well as expats to apply for a visa to travel to the UK. The following is the process for booking your UK tourist visa:

1. Choose the UK Visa Type

You will have to choose the right visa to travel to the UK. Generally, tourists who are travelling to the UK for a short term can apply for a short-term visa, which is valid for up to 6 months. You can see all visa types here: Link

2. UK Visa Fees

The following are the visa fees to travel to the UK:

    • Standard Visitor visa – for the UK, Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey
Visa types – Standard Visitors Visa application fee in Saudi Arabian Riyal (﷼) Visa application fee (USD)
Short-term (up to 6 months, single or multiple entry) SAR 499 $ 133
Longer-term (valid for up to 2 years) SAR 1,890 $ 504
Longer-term (valid for up to 5 years) SAR 3,431 $ 915
Longer-term (valid for up to 10 years) SAR 4,305 $ 1,148
Visiting academic – more than 6 months up to 12 months SAR 994 $ 265
Marriage visitor visa SAR 499 $ 133
Permitted paid engagement visa SAR 499 $ 133
Private medical treatment – more than six months up to 11 months SAR 994 $ 265
Visit the UK in a Chinese tour group (the UK only) SAR 499 $ 133
    • Child Visitors
Visa types – Child Visitors Visa application fee in Saudi Arabian Riyal (﷼) Visa application fee (USD)
Short-term (up to 6 months, single or multiple entry) SAR 499  $ 133
Longer-term (valid for up to 2 years) SAR 1,890 $ 504
Longer-term (valid for up to 5 years) SAR 3,431 $ 915
Longer-term (valid for up to 10 years) SAR 4,305 $ 1,148

Please note: The visa fees may change from time to time. We will keep it updated. In case the changes are frequent, you may also visit the “Gov.UK” website to check the latest UK visa fees from Riyadh.

3. Apply for a UK visa Online and Pay

Once you have decided the type of visa you want to apply you, you will then have to fill out the application form on the Gov.UK website in English and pay online for the visa type selected. At the bottom of the page, you will see a “Start Now” button to start a new application. Apply Here

4. Appointment at VFS Global Riyadh

Once you have completed the application and paid the fees online, you will be redirected to the VFS Global website to book a face-to-face appointment to submit the visa application documents and biometric capture. The following is the Riyadh UK Visa application centre:

VFS Global Riyadh Address Opening Hours
UK Visa Application Centre 2591 Makkah road, al Hada, Riyadh 12913, Saudi Arabia, (Beside Marriott Courtyard, Opposite of Diplomatic Quarters Gate 2) Business hours are Sunday to Thursday, 09:00 – 16:00

To know more about the Riyadh UK visa application centre, click here. To edit or reschedule your booked appointment, you can log in to VFS Global here.

5. Documents to carry on the appointment day

Once your appointment is fixed, you will have to carry the following documents with you to the visa application centre:

  • Printout of the Appointment Confirmation letter confirming the details of your appointment (Received from VFS Global)
  • Valid passport or travel document (With at least 1 page that is blank on both sides)
  • Printout of your checklist (From your completed application on GOV.UK)
  • Supporting documents you have not uploaded your documents online, you will need to bring them with you to the Visa Application Centre. Please refer to the UKVI guidelines for your visa type for the documents you must provide. Documents should be sized, sorted and separated according to the supporting documents guidelines, to ensure swift processing at the Riyadh Visa Application Centre.

Once you have sorted your visa, you will have to book your flights, which we have recommended above. And once you have booked your flight, you land in the dreamland of London. Below you can see our top-selling London tour packages you must check out and book.

Latest News: Going forward from 22 February 2024 onwards, Saudi Arabian Nationals will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) if they are travelling to the UK. Click here to know more. 

You can also apply for the UK Visa from our partner iVisa by clicking below: 

Apply for UK Visa

Best London Tour Packages for tourists travelling from Riyadh

We have listed below the top London tours curated for Riyadh tourists, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience in the vibrant city, encompassing its iconic attractions and cultural highlights. 

1. Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace Tour

Experience the original Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace tour. Enjoy traditional sandwiches, cakes & scones on the grounds of the Palace by the Diana Statue.

royal high tea at kensington palace tour
Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace Tour

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2. Warner Bros. Studio: The Making of Harry Potter with Luxury Round-Trip Transport from London

Step into the mystical world of Harry Potter™ with a behind-the-scenes visit to Warner Bros. Studio London. With luxury round-trip transport from London Victoria to the north London studios included, this 7-hour experience enables you to discover the magic of the Harry Potter films without any hassle.
 
warner bros studio the making of harry potter with luxury round trip in London
warner bros studio The Making of Harry Potter with a Luxury round trip to London

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3. The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew Admission Ticket

When in London, you don’t want to miss the fresh and fragrant air of “The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew”. Stroll along a walkway high up in the treetops, and explore acres of gardens under glass. Step inside a royal palace, discover galleries of botanical art, and experience 250 years of royal history at Kew Gardens, London’s largest World Heritage Site.

Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens

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4. Tower of London Early Access Tour including Private Audience with Beefeater

The Tower of London is steeped in rich history dating back more than 850 years. Explore the castle with a beefeater (also known as a Yeoman Warder) who knows the castle and its history better than normal tour guides do. 

Tower of London Early Access Tour including Private Audience with Beefeater
Tower of London Early Access Tour including Private Audience with Beefeater

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In case you are unable to find the right tour package from Riyadh for yourself, you can browse our tours section to see more existing London tour packages.

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Coronavirus London Latest Information and Advice

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29 March 2021: What’s changed

Some rules on what you can and cannot do changed on 29 March. However, many restrictions remain in place. It would help if you did not socialise indoors with anyone you do not live with or have formed a support bubble with. You should continue to work from home and minimise the number of journeys you make where possible. You should get a test and follow the stay-at-home guidance if you have COVID-19 symptoms.

You can read the “COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021 (roadmap)” for more information on the roadmap out of lockdown in England. It is underpinned by law.

From 29 March:

  • you can meet outdoors either in a group of 6 (from any number of households) or a group of any size from up to 2 households (a household can include an existing support bubble, if eligible)
  • you can take part in formally organised outdoor sports with any number of people (outdoor sports venues and facilities will be able to reopen)
  • childcare and supervised activities are allowed outdoors for all children
  • formally organised parent and child groups can take place outdoors for up to 15 attendees. Children under 5 will not be counted in this number

Keeping yourself and others safe

You should stay 2 metres apart from anyone not in your household or support bubble where possible, or 1 metre with extra precautions in place (such as wearing face coverings) if you cannot stay 2 metres apart.

You should follow the guidance on how to stop the spread of coronavirus at all times, including if you have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

You should follow this guidance in full to limit the transmission of COVID-19. It is underpinned by law.

Face coverings

You must wear a face covering in many indoor settings, such as shops and places of worship, and on public transport unless you are exempt. This is the law. Read guidance on face coverings.

If you are clinically extremely vulnerable
If you are clinically extremely vulnerable, you could be at higher risk of severe illness from coronavirus.

If you are clinically extremely vulnerable, you should continue to follow the guidance for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable. From 1 April, you will no longer be advised to shield. However, you should continue to take precautions to protect yourself.

If you have been vaccinated against COVID-19

To help protect yourself and your friends, family, and community you should continue to follow all of the guidance on this page even if you’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19.

The vaccines have been shown to reduce the likelihood of severe illness in most people. Like all medicines, no vaccine is completely effective, so those who have received the vaccine should continue to take recommended precautions to avoid infection.

We do not know how much the vaccine stops COVID-19 from spreading. Even if you have been vaccinated, you could still spread COVID-19 to others.

Meeting family and friends indoors

You must not meet indoors with anybody you do not live with or have formed a support bubble with (if you are eligible), or another legal exemption applies.

Meeting friends and family outdoors (rule of 6)

You can meet up outdoors with friends and family you do not live with, either:

  • in a group of up to 6 from any number of households (children of all ages count towards the limit of 6)
  • in a group of any size from up to two households (each household can include an existing support bubble, if eligible)

If you’re in a support bubble

If you are eligible to form a support bubble, you and your support bubble count as one household towards the limit of 2 households when meeting others outdoors. This means, for example, that you and your support bubble can meet with another household, even if the group is more than 6 people.

Where you can meet

You can meet in a group of 6 or a larger group of any size from up to 2 households (including their support bubbles) outdoors. This includes private outdoor spaces, such as gardens, and other outdoor public places and open venues. These include the following:

  • parks, beaches, countryside accessible to the public, forests
  • public and botanical gardens
  • the grounds of a heritage site
  • outdoor sculpture parks
  • allotments
  • public playgrounds
  • outdoor sports venues and facilities

If you need to enter through a house to get to a garden or other outside space and there is no alternative access, you should wear a face covering, wash or sanitise your hands when entering, and then go straight to the outside space. If you need to use the bathroom, wash your hands thoroughly and go back outside immediately. You should maintain social distancing from anyone who is not in your household or support bubble.

When you can meet with more people or meet indoors

Gatherings above the limit of 6 people or 2 households, or gatherings indoors, can only take place if they are permitted by an exception. These exceptions are listed on this page.

Where a group includes someone covered by an exception (for example, someone who is working or volunteering), they are not generally counted as part of the gathering limit. This means, for example, a tradesperson can go into a household without breaking the limit if they are there for work, and the officiant at a wedding would not count towards the limit.

Travelling to England from outside the UK

All visitors to London, England are subject to the coronavirus restriction rules.

All those planning to travel to London should follow the guidance on entering the UK. Before travelling to the UK, you must complete a passenger locator form and have proof of a negative COVID-19 test, unless you are exempt.

All arrivals must take a coronavirus (COVID-19) test on day 2 and day 8 of quarantining. Arrivals must book a travel test package. See the guidance on how to quarantine when you arrive in England.

You cannot travel to the UK if you’ve visited or passed through a country where travel to the UK has been banned in the last 10 days unless you’re:

  • a British national
  • an Irish national
  • anyone with residence rights in the UK

Everyone allowed to enter England who has visited or passed through a country where travel to the UK is banned in the last 10 days must:

  • quarantine for 10 days in a managed quarantine hotel
  • take a coronavirus (COVID-19) test on or before day 2 and on or after day 8 of quarantining, the tests are included in the hotel package
  • follow the guidance on this page

See the guidance on booking and staying in a quarantine hotel when you arrive in England

Check out the London Tour Packages here.

Advice for visitors and foreign nationals in England

Foreign nationals are subject to the national restrictions.

If you are visiting the UK, you may return home. You should check whether there are any restrictions in place at your destination.

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Notting Hill Carnival Going Digital for August 2020 Festival

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Notting Hill Carnival Going Digital for August 2020 Festival

Notting Hill Carnival announced that they are going Digital for the coming annual August 2020 calendar festival. This is not a surprise as many festivals are hit by the COVID Pandemic. The street festival in London attracts more than a million visitors every year. The main parade starts on Great Western Road, winding its way along Chepstow Road, then on to Westbourne Grove, and then down Ladbroke Grove. However, all this is set to change this year.

Matthew Phillip, executive director of organisers Notting Hill Carnival Ltd, said the event which will be broadcasted globally over four online channels will offer viewers a peak behind the curtain of Europe’s biggest street party. It will include performances, interviews and cookery shows.

He told the Standard: It was not right to not do anything. We wanted to celebrate the carnival and the people behind it. With it being digital, now it is an around-the-world experience – it is going global.

Notting Hill London Carnival going Digital Aug 2020
Notting Hill London Carnival going Digital Aug 2020

Speaking about the logistics of hosting a digital carnival, Matthew said: Lockdown has meant that we have all fast-forwarded in terms of technology. It is something we should have been embracing before, online and broadcasting. This is a new kind of carnival. It was always going to adapt and we are going to be embracing it. It is an opportunity to open people up to the carnival and give people a peak behind the curtain.

The cancellation of this year’s physical festival marks the first time it is not being staged on the streets of Notting Hill and Kensington since it was launched in 1966.

Notting Hill Carnival over the years – See Pictures below

Digital Notting Hill Carnival Schedule

Viewers tuning in from 6 pm on Saturday, August 29 will be able to experience the performances from steel bands, sound systems, plus calypso and Soca dancers. There will be interviews with the people behind the event, plus food and drink shows.

The content for the digital carnival has been filmed over the past month. The event is being supported by Kensington and Chelsea Council, Westminster Council and the Greater London Authority.

Watch the Digital Notting Hill Carnival 2020 Introduction video

 

Digital Notting Hill Carnival for 2020 Replaces the Street Festival for one year

The arts, music and food of the Notting Hill Carnival go online

The Carnival experience at home!

Steel Bands, Sound Systems, Mas Bands, Brazilian Bands, Calypso and Soca performances, food and drink shows, interviews and much more!

Carnival Warm-Up

Steelpan Show & Calypso & Groovy Soca

Channel 1: Saturday 29 August 6 pm – Midnight

Carnival Culture

Channel 1: Saturday 29 August 9am – 12pm

Parade Channel

Channel 2: Sunday 30 & Monday 31 August 12pm – 8pm

Sound System Channel

Channel 3: Sunday 30 & Monday 31 August 12pm – 8pm

Main Stage Channel

Channel 4: Sunday 30 & Monday 31 August 8pm – 11pm

For access to the video channels please head over to Lets Go Do and sign up.

Watch at: www.NHCarnival.org

Twitter:@NHCarnivalLDN Instagram: @nhcarnivalldn FB: @NHCarnivalLDN

Get The Official Notting Hill Carnival App – Apple & Android

Details on how to register to view the channels and the full lineup can be found at NHCarnival.org.

If you are already in London, check out our London Tours Page to see which tours you can go for during the current COVID-19 Pandemic. Keep looking into our News sections for all the latest.

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London Tourists Attractions and Restaurants are Opening – COVID-19

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From 4th July London is opening its doors to tourists. Many see the move as caution. Many still think it’s the right move. We all need to make sure that we take all the right precautions while moving around within London or coming to London for holidays, tourism, and family meetings after more than 3 months of COVID-19 lockdown. London will never be the same, as some say. But we need to support our businesses and kick-start the tourism economy with caution.

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London Attractions are Opening

London tourist Attractions Opened and opening up – 10th July 2020

London’s top attractions are allowed to open their gates to tourists from around the world and within the UK. Despite the new ruling, some of the attractions are still closed namely The British Museum, National History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum and Science Museum.

The National Gallery opened on the 8th of July, the Tower of London on the 10th of July, and Tate Britain and Modern will open on the 27th of July. Each one of London’s attractions has to follow strict pandemic rules and make sure all the places are sanitised and every public entrant needs to be thermally tested before entering the premises.

Londoners are urged to become Tourists – Sadiq Khan

Londoners are urged by the government (Sadiq Khan) to become tourists in their own city to support COVID-19 recovery. The city has been massively hit by the pandemic. And everyone dreads a long painful recovery for local businesses. Experts are contemplating a slow tourism recovery, as many nations are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. European countries have somewhat recovered from the pandemic, but we all need to be cautious and start travelling responsibly. London locals are allowed to move around the city without any restrictions and are asked by the government to visit London’s beautiful sites.

London restaurants are opening post covid
London restaurants are opening post COVID-19

Restaurants Now Open in London – 10th July 2020

Many restaurants have opened up in the city of London, and all have been extra cautious and doing what they can to maintain hygiene and serve the city. The majority of them were functional partially by doing home delivery of the food. And now Londoners and tourists can enjoy going to restaurants as the rules have been recently relaxed. Following are some of the restaurants which have recently opened up in the city of London:

Romulo

This Filipino restaurant on High Street Kensington will reopen on July 10. 343 Kensington High Street, W8 6NW, romulocafe.co.uk

Dishoom

The popular Indian restaurant group will reopen its Carnaby, King’s Cross and Shoreditch locations on July 10, with Kensington following on July 24. For a limited time, it will allow diners to book in groups of up to six in the evenings. Various locations, dishoom.com

Allegra

Patrick Powell’s highly praised Stratford restaurant will return on July 10. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, 20 International Way, E20 1FD, Allegra-restaurant.com

Da Terra

Rafael Cagalli’s two Michelin-starred restaurants in Bethnal Green will welcome guests from July 10. 8 Patriot Square, E2 9NF, daterra.co.uk

Seabird

The sky-high seafood restaurant at The Hoxton in Southwark will reopen on July 10. 40 Blackfriars Road, SE1 8NY, seabirdlondon.com

Gold

The popular Notting Hill Italian has said it plans to reopen on July 10 (bookings open on June 24). 95-97 Portobello Road, W11 2QB, goldnottinghill.com

Brigadiers, Bank

Indian barbecue, beer & whisky restaurant Brigadiers is now open for terrace dining Weds-Sat 12 pm-9.30 pm before the bar opens on 15 July, brigadierslondon.com

Goodman, Mayfair

Goodman steak restaurant reopens its flagship location so you can enjoy that Lake District grass-fed fillet once again, GoodmanMayfair.COM

Kitty Fisher’s, Mayfair

Kitty Fisher’s returns with an outside space, a few ground-floor tables and a takeaway to start. KittyFishers.com

Jamavar, Mayfair

This high-end Indian restaurant near Berkeley Square returns with its highly rated tasting dishes.JamavarRestaurants.com

Go out, enjoy the heart of London, and be safe and travel responsibly.

Note: You can book your COVID-19 test here

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Strawberry Moon over the UK

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An incredible full moon was spotted in the skies above the UK on the 5th of June 2020 night. The full moon, this month known as the strawberry moon or rose moon reached its peak this night and made for some fantastic photography across the country from the late afternoon into the evening. This full moon is referred to as the Strawberry Moon by Native American tribes, as it typically comes at the time of year when strawberries begin to ripen.

There’s often a myth the strawberry moon gets its name because it has a pinkish tinge to it but that’s not the case. June’s full moon is known as the Strawberry moon because it coincides with strawberry picking season in the USA. A spokesperson from the Royal Observatory said: In North America, harvesting strawberries in June gives that month’s full moon its name.

The moon rising behind the Shard in London
The moon rising behind the Shard in London

To some, it appears either pink or red when it is close to the horizon, however, it is viewed through a much thicker layer of the Earth’s atmosphere.

The full moon also coincides with a penumbral lunar eclipse, whereby the Earth comes between the Sun and the moon and blocks some of the light. The reduction in light resulted in a reddish tinge on the moon’s appearance, which is why it is coined a strawberry moon.

Strawberry Moon, rises behind Wembley Stadium in north west London
Strawberry Moon, rises behind Wembley Stadium in northwest London

“In the current climate, a lower than average level of pollution combined with a good weather forecast made the view even clearer.”

Why is it called a strawberry moon??

Different cultures have assigned a variety of names to full moons across the lunar calendar in history, but the most well-known and commonly used full moon monikers, such as the strawberry moon, came from Native American culture.?

In June, the full moon is known as the strawberry moon because, in North America, the harvesting of strawberries has historically taken place in June.?

The June moon is also known as the rose moon. in some European cultures, while other cultures know it as the hot moon because it marks the beginning of the warm summer season.?People enjoyed the spectacular view at night. For some, it’s a great opportunity to take photographs.

The Strawberry Moon rises above Bournemouth Pier
The Strawberry Moon rises above Bournemouth Pier

The Strawberry Moon rising over Stonehenge in Wiltshire
The Strawberry Moon rising over Stonehenge in Wiltshire

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When is Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2019

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This is the time of the year when winter is around the corner and want to enjoy the snowfall, mulled wine and a good time with family and friends. So when is the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2019? Winter Wonderland opens on 21st November 2019 and will close on 5th January 2020. The wonderland will be accessible to everyone from 4 pm onwards on 21st November.

Where is Hyde Park Winter Wonderland?

The winter wonderland is held in Hyde Park. The nearest tube station to reach hyde park are Bond Street station, Green Park Knightsbridge, and Marble Arch. Every year, millions of people flock to see and exhibit the display, ride, food and wine. It’s a place where everyone can come and will be welcomed. There are various types of rides from roller coasters, ice rinks, and ice bars, to kids’ rides.

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Attraction

This year around you can exhibit the following pre-bookable attractions:

  1. Magical Ice Kingdom presents A Christmas Carol
  2. New 70 Metre Observation Wheel
  3. Mr Men & Little Miss The Show
  4. Paddington™ on Ice
  5. Zippos Christmas Circus
  6. Cirque Berserk
  7. Season Ride Pass
  8. Ice Skating
  9. Bar Ice
  10. Ice Sculpting Workshop
  11. Winter Wonderland Comedy Club
  12. Bar He Karaoke

You can book any or all of the above Attractions tickets from here:

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Check out Last year’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2018 Video:

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London Festivals not to miss in September 2019

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London Festivals not to miss in Sept 2019

London Festivals not to miss in Sept 2019. Check out the places you can go and enjoy with your family and friends.

London Design Festival September 2019
London Design Festival September 2019

London Design Festival – 19th September – 22nd September 2019

The month of September is filled with some of the real thrilling festive fun. London Design Fair festival is the most celebrated festival in the heart of London in East. The fest is going to kick start from 19th of September to 22nd of September. This four day event brings out the artists and designers to the exposure. The event features more than 500 exhibitors from 36 countries coming together which includes independent designers, exhibitions for them, popular brands and more. 

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    london design festival sam jacob sea things credited reeve
  • Bamboo (?) Ring: Weaving into Lightness
    Bamboo (?) Ring: Weaving into Lightness

The event is honoured by the presence of some most distinguished personalities like interior designers, press, design-savvy public, retail buyers and more who attend the event to see the latest furniture, materials, lighting and textiles available in different corners of the world. In the exhibition, everyone is allowed to view the show multiple times but the entry is recommended to be made 45 minutes before the show.

Nova Batida festival - 13th - 15th September 2019
Nova Batida festival – 13th – 15th September 2019

Nova Batida festival – 13th – 15th September 2019

Nova Batida is a three days festival organized in the Underground village in Lisbon. The fest will begin from 13th September to 15th September. These three days events will showcase the amazing blend of music, art and culture. The major highlights of the event will include fitness and well-being programmes, yoga sessions, education talks and much more.

Nova Batida 2019 festival lisbon
Nova Batida 2019 festival lisbon

The lineup for the show includes Friendly Fires, Jon Hopkins, Jungle, Cake takeover, Reason to be cheerful and more.

The major highlight of this event will be Mount Kimbie including other prominent artists George Fitzgerald, DJ Marky and Gillies Peterson.

London bricks festival September 2019

London Brick Festival – 22nd September 2019

Are you a LEGO fan? Then this is the festival for you to explore the world of bricks. London Brick festival brings an even bigger festival this year. Due to last year’s overwhelming interest the Lego festival has moved to London Olympia, Hammersmith Road, W14 8UX, London. The festival starts from 22nd September 2019 from 10 AM to 5 PM. The event is open for all age groups. You will be able to see incredible Lego builds, kid’s activities, build challenges and show LEGO boxed sets, miniatures, mini-figures, loose bricks and accessories to build on your own. You can expect to exhibit awesome builds done by other LEGA fans, and can also show off your designs and LEGO builts. So, what are you waiting for ? Go and book yourself a ticket at the following link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-brick-festival-tickets-60755438151

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London festivals June and July 2019

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London festivals June and July 2019

London is a hub of dynamic fun, thrill and adventure providing immense pleasure when it comes to festivals. To experience some of the best events this season come out and book yourself a visit to London this June and July. Get engaged and select from a list of London festivals happening in June and July 2019 this season. Here we discuss the top 4 must-see festivals for the month of June and July.

A) Icons Festival – The most ravishing music festival is to showcase back-to-back heart throbbing shows of six top bands of London in a line-up. The event to be held on 27th July at The Thames is going to be a tribute to the music icons of the past 40 years. It is a must-see festival for the month of June and July for all passionate music lovers. This will surely be a soul-satisfying musical treat to yourself as one by one top 6 artists give a breathtaking performance individually. Also available are the stalls of food and drink at the event venue. To know more about the festival click here: https://www.iconsfestival.co.uk

icon festival 2019
Icon Festival 2019

B) Swing with Silver Ghost – Having marked their lively presence at some of the renowned jazz venues and swing dance club nights of London, Silver Ghost is a seven-piece ensemble band. Swing with Silver Ghost is the London festivals in June and July 2019 going to take place on 15th of this June at secret London, The Candlelight Club. Silver Ghost is surely going to stir up the guests and instil them to tap their feet on some of the best gigs from the 1920s and 30s. The swinging will be accompanied with a cocktail, Champagne Charlie and much more. To know more about the Swing with Silver ghost ticket and venue details here: http://silverghosts.co.uk

swing with silver ghost june July 2019
Swing with Silver Ghost June – July 2019

C) Pride in London Parade – The must see festivals for the month of June and July includes a unique festival of Pride in London Parade for holiday planners around the world. The month-long festival begins on 8th June and going to end on 6th of July 2019. The much interesting festival includes the parade throughout the streets of London showcasing LGBT and the community celebrating together. The event gives the opportunity to enjoy the vibrant parade along with lots of dancing and singing. This is amongst the eye-catching events in London festivals June and July 2019.

Pride in London parade 2019
Pride in London parade 2019

D) Greenwich Docklands International Festival – The London festivals in June and July 2019 have immense to offer, explore and experience when it comes to festivals. GDIF is one such event that brings together the outdoor theatre and performances of artists from around the corner of the world. GDIF includes over 130 performances and 15 UK premieres which can be a true worth your visit to this festival. GDIF is also a must-see festival for the month of June and July starting from 21st June to 6th July 2019. To know more about the festival and book your tickets click here: https://www.ornc.org/Event/greenwich-docklands-international-festival-2019#Ovy5R6ghu2gYX0Pr.97

Greenwich Docklands International Festival 2019
Greenwich Docklands International Festival 2019

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Tower of London Early Access Tour including Private Audience with Beefeater

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The Tower of London is steeped in rich history dating back more than 850 years. Explore the castle with a beefeater (also known as a Yeoman Warder) who knows the castle and its history better than normal tour guides do. Morning start times for this Tower of London tour allow you to enter the tower among some of the day’s very first visitors, and your private group audience with the beefeater allows you to get your questions answered.

  • Guarantee your visit to the Tower of London with an included admission ticket
  • A Yeoman Warder (or beefeater) knows the tower’s history better than anyone else
  • After your Tower of London tour, explore the castle at your leisure
  • Choose the earliest tour time and be among some of the first visitors of the day

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Tower of London on a Sunny Day
Tower of London on a Sunny Day

Tower of London Tour Itinerary

Stop At:   Tower of London Your tour will begin just in front of the main entrance, where you will be given a short introduction to the history of the Tower of London before being led in to meet the Beefeater dedicated to your small group. From stories of traitorous plots to tales of royal scandal, the guards of the Tower of London will bring this attraction to life before your eyes. Your small group will also give you plenty of chances to ask questions and interact directly with the Beefeater as they lead you through this ancient fortress.

After your tour, continue to discover the Tower at your leisure, including a visit to the infamous Bloody Tower, a tour of the old Royal Mint, or a visit to the home of the stunning Crown Jewels. Because of our early morning start time, you will be among the first visitors to the Tower and will have the opportunity to explore without the usual large crowds. At times, an important stronghold, a magnificent palace, and an intimidating prison, the Tower of London is a must-see attraction for those interested in British history. Don’t miss out on the opportunity for a guided tour with those most familiar with it – the Beefeaters.

Duration: 1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Pass By: The London Tower of London Tour

What’s Included in the tour:

  • Private Beefeater guard assigned exclusively to your group
  • Early Access Ticket to the Tower of London
  • English-speaking City Wonders representative
  • Gratuities (not included)
  • Hotel pick-up/ Drop-off (not included)
  • Food/ Beverages (not included)

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Departure & Returns

Departure Point: 1 Tower Hill Ter, London EC3N 4EE, UK PLEASE NOTE! THE MEETING POINT IS NOT AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE TOWER OF LONDON. The meeting point is located directly in front of the Group Ticket Office in the Tower of London. Look for a City Wonders representative holding a City Wonders flag and sign.

Return Details: 35 Tower Hill, London EC3N 4DR, UK Tower of London

Beefeater sharing tower of londons history
Beefeater shares the Tower of London’s history.

Additional Info about the tour:

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking. Not wheelchair accessible. London’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours. Near public transportation, no heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travellers. Operated by City Wonders UK.

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 

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Notting Hill Carnival London 2018

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The 52nd Notting Hill Carnival this year showed an amazing array of colours showcased by revellers and participants. The carnival kicked off in west London with carousers showcasing a vibrant display. Pictures show smiling carnival-goers covered in body paint and bejewelled outfits as Notting Hill was transformed into a feast of music, dance and colour.

Floats are parading through the streets today as a million people flock to the two-day event over the Bank Holiday weekend to celebrate the Caribbean and West Indian culture in the capital. The carnival featured steel bands, dance troupes and elaborate floats, with many among the crowds tossing paint and coloured powder at each other while dancing on the Notting hill streets.

Beautiful dance performer in sky blue dress Notting Hill Carnival London 2018 waves at the ongoing crowd
Beautiful dance performer in sky blue dress Notting Hill Carnival London 2018 waves at the ongoing crowd

A celebration of the Afro-Caribbean community, the two-day event has its roots in a 1964 London procession to bring people together despite racism and a lack of opportunity that blighted day-to-day life.

Police deployed metal-detecting arches to counter potential knife crime and have been given additional stop-and-search powers at this year’s carnival based on intelligence and after a spate of violent crime in London over the past week.

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Notting hill Carnival 2018 London dance performers on the bank holiday Monday

Almost 7,000 officers, some from the Metropolitan Police’s newly formed Violent Crime Task Force, are policing Monday’s event to “combat the threat of violent crime”.

This is up from the 6,100 on-duty officers at the less busy family day on Sunday. Undercover police as well as officers from the force’s firearms and dog units will be in place. The event attracted more than a million revellers to its floats, food stalls and music scene.

Beautiful dancers in varied colour costumes in Notting hill London Carnival 2018
Beautiful dancers in varied colour costumes in Notting hill London Carnival 2018

Heavy rain played a big spoiler, however, the attendance was still immense and police patrolling was well managed. Police made 133 arrests for a variety of weapon and drug-related offences, which has been a scene in past carnival events as well. A total of 20 weapons, including knives, were also seized as metal detecting knife arches were used at the event for the first time.

Millions of people took part in the event over the Bank Holiday weekend, and despite heavy rain on Sunday’s family day they proved they were out to party.

Instead of the t-shirt and shorts sported for the intensely hot weather of just a few weeks ago, there were umbrellas and a roaring trade for colourful plastic raincoats at Europe’s biggest street party. The community celebration carved its way around the streets in a mass of music, dancing, bold costumes and floats of soaked entertainers.

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