Local hidden gems in London

“This tour was absolutely fantastic, and Savio is a world-class host. It was much more than just looking at street art - Savio knew so much about the architecture, history and culture of the area, and willingly shared his knowledge the whole time. He had music playing that was connected to each of the places we went, which added another fun dimension to the tour.”

“Wow! I am so happy that I decided to take these tours. I did both London West and London East. It’s so nice to have someone telling you the history behind everything you see instead of just taking pictures of nice buildings you don’t know about. Both guides were amazing, mixing information with humor and telling fun facts of all the places we went. The duration of the tours are ideal, since more it would be too tiring. 100% recommended, specially if you are traveling alone like me and you want some company in your touring”

“Kate is a fantastic guide and leader. I feel inspired and motivated to undertake more treks, which as an inexperienced woman who wants to get more outdoorsy feels so empowering. However, my favourite part is the adventuress community - I have done both the compass navigation and confidence outdoors courses, and the community that Kate has an integral role in developing of Adventuresses feels like a truly welcoming, supportive environment. I’ve already booked onto more adventuress walks - if you’re not sure, just sign up!”

“Had a great tour around Fleet Street, really informative and Matt was brilliant in telling us great facts and showing me a different part of London, my favourite bit was the fountain in the barasters quarter, areas which were tiny pieces of quiet, peace and calmness. We booked as a group and our organiser has promised us a few new tours in the future! I'm up for the Black death one!!!”

“This was by far the most wonderful experience on our London trip. Ollie was incredibly responsive and helpful in booking our tour. Neil was our guide and brought so much joy and fun facts to our afternoon of sightseeing. Our entire family enjoy it! I would recommend this to anyone visiting London.”

“This was an excellent tour. Tom has obviously done a huge amount of research into the area and his enthusiasm came across in his presentation, which was informative and entertaining, as well as being well judged in terms of pace. we enjoyed a rewarding couple of hours in his company and highly recommend his tours.”

“Went here for the first time on Wednesday and was back on Friday for my wife's birthday. It is in a different league to you standard Indian. The chef is brilliant, a true gentleman and produces outstanding food. I can't recommend it enough.”

“What an amazing place that has opened just on our doorstep. My 2 children (5 and 7) were treated like VIPs and the food and drinks (especially the Nutella milkshake) were divine. We will definitely be visiting often”

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“Rachel Entwistle is my all time favorite jewellery designer, and her flagship store in Shoreditch is an absolute gem, definitely pop in if you’re in the area! The team are so friendly and helpful. The store’s vibe is relaxed, welcoming and enchanting. A real London oasis filled with beautifully made treasures! I’ve had several pieces custom made over the years; the ordering process has always been effortless, and the results have been beyond my expectations. Rachel’s designs are timeless, and are imbued with rich significance and meaning. I always get complimented on my gold turquoise ring and different gold necklaces! I love wearing my various RE pieces, I feel like they are an extension of me, they feel natural and are all well made so last a long time! I also appreciate the store’s ethical stance. This place is always a buzz during design week if you are around, with fun creative workshops, music and collaboration with other local makers as well all happening at the RE store. Well worth making the trip for, and there are some great cafes, shops and bars nearby in this cool little corner of East London! Swing by to discover something special for yourself, or a gift for someone you love, and be prepared to discover your new favorite jewellery designer!”

“Thoroughly enjoyable and informative virtual tour. I've gone on a couple of tours with Let's Discover London and it's a testament to how good Loona is that I'm a repeat customer! If you want an interesting tour that will hold your attention with fascinating facts about London then this tour is for you. Highly recommended!”

“Ehi! The trip on Regent channels was relaxing and romantic! 45 minutes in a lovely boat with a funny guide, pure ironic London style! Please go and discover a new way to know London. I recommend to start from little Venice since Camden Market in the morning.”

“I ordered here for the first time and I loved the food. The brown stew fish was so delicious and flavoursome, the rice and peas were tasty, the steamed vegetables were enjoyable and the dumpling was good. The dumpling was thrown in for free which was a nice touch. The portion sizes are very generous, really good value for money. I phoned the restaurant to see if the rice and peas were included with the brown stew fish and the woman on the phone was really warm and friendly. I've tried many Caribbean takeaways in East London and this one is by far the best. I would highly recommend!”

“Amazing hidden gem in London! This is a must for history buffs. This wonderfully preserved Roman site is incredible and the story behind its' discovery and preservation is interesting and inspirational too. Definitely a site to give you 'goosebumps!'”

“Busy crossroad between the Theatreland and China Town. Cool place to go for explore the Asian culture or enjoy the world of musicals.”

“Very tasty and good prices too . Can’t wait to be back for the main dishes”

“Lovely food, if anyone wants to eat proper Indian Food please visit this restaurant. The staff is excellent, really good customer service. I have been to this restaurant many times, but never got disappointed with the food quality.”

“Booked at Cafe Below for a colleagues leaving meal, we were all extremely happy with our meals, I think we ordered nearly every individual item on the menu and all of them were delicious. Lovely and attentive service, speedy and efficient and everything was very reasonably priced. Thanks, would definitely recommend and return next time in the area.”

“I just had a really nice breakfast and a delicious caramel Cannoli . Lovely , friendly staff. Give it a go .”

“I got set 1 breakfast. Highlights for me were : sausage and burger. Very good price and giant portion. I also like the container it came in.”

“Now named Beans & Cream and have to say, the look is out of this world, the food is big portioned and has fantastic taste with a brilliant presentation. To top things up the prices are so good. Definitely recommend.”

“I’ve been visiting this cafe on and off for twenty years and have always been served first class food. Great chicken curry and excellent liver and bacon dinners”

“Really great place. Good drinks menu; wine, beer, cocktails, frozen daiquiris are a win for this heat. Good sharing options, and vegetarian and vegan menu. Nice place. Friendly service. Also has a cute cinema sceen downstairs. Worth a visit!”

“Excellent place in Mayfair, the ambiance is warm and elegant. We had dinner last night and everything we tasted was delicious. The highlights were the seafood soup and the tuna tartare, both recommended if you visit the place. We need to come back to taste the meats too. The Ferrari sparkling wine was great and accompanied our food beautifully. We tried the tiramisu too, perfect balance between sweetness, alcohol, coffee and creaminess. We are going back for sure.”

“I recently visited Manos Grill, and I must say, it was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome and comfortable. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the décor was beautifully done. The food was absolutely amazing! We tried a variety of dishes, and everything was cooked to perfection. The flavors were bold and delicious, and the portions were generous. The standout dish for me was the grilled chicken, which was cooked to perfection and seasoned just right. The drinks were also excellent - I highly recommend trying the Sagres! Overall, I would highly recommend Manos Grill to anyone looking for an authentic and delicious Portuguese dining experience. The staff, food, and ambiance were all top-notch, and I can't wait to come back and try more of their amazing dishes!”

“Wonderful Korean restaurant, great quality ingredients, friendly staff, relaxing atmosphere. We ordered BBQ set menu, a hot pot and fried chicken which was enough for us to share, it felt like the authentic experience - if you're a fan of Korean dramas on Netflix you won't be disappointed! A few doors away is a Korean convenience store where some Japanese products also available.”

“We had such a wonderful time at Bafarat Cafe, it was an impromptu visit and I am so glad we popped in. The cakes were so delicious, coffee was also good and the people serving so lovely. I am so glad we discovered it and can't wait to visit again! I love hazelnuts, so the Paris Breast was my obvious choice. A perfect balance of nutty, creamy, crunchy and salty flavours! Thank you so much!!!”

“Had an AMAZING breakfast last week. The fresh juices are delicious. The bacon was perfectly cooked, really nice sausages, hash browns were perfect… 10/10. We came here as me and my partner were visiting his parents and they recommended it to us. Hands down the best breakfast we have had. The staff are all extremely friendly too and gave great service. Will definitely come again next time we’re in London”

“Allpress Shoreditch is without doubt one of the best coffee shops in London, the staff are super friendly, the coffee delicious and pastries on point. Go here!”

“I cannot fault it as a Travelodge. It is a fairly new built hotel and it shows. Well placed and I liked the Wimbledon theme running through the hotel. The rooms we had were great, quiet and warm. Well equipped tea/coffee, TV and en-suite, toiletries. We had booked breakfast and that was really good. We (as a three) could not sit together as it was busy, sat us opposite which was fine. Parking is on street and expensive so if you are bring a car then book close by. Location wise everything within Wimbledon is walking distance or was for us.”