London Weekend Break Guide
24 hours in London
Book a cheap flight to London with Jet2.com from Newcastle Airport for a
cheap weekend break or short break to the vibrant capital of England.
One of the liveliest cities in the world, London offers so much for a cheap
short break or weekend break it’s impossible to fit everything into
24hrs! If you are looking for adventure, art, culture, nightlife, superb
food and drink, shopping, shopping and more shopping then you are looking
in the right place!
It needn't cost a lot to get out and about in London; with over 230 attractions
completely free to enter there’s nowhere else in the world where you
can see so much for so little! What’s not to love!
There are so many must-sees in London that even the most discerning traveller
will be spoilt for choice. Visit London for a short or weekend break in
the South of England.
Sightseeing & Culture
London - where the historic past and the vibrant present comes together to
create a spine-tingling atmosphere! A constantly evolving city, be prepared
to be amazed by the ground-breaking architecture, the diversity of cultures
not to mention the abundance of historical sites!
For this reason it’s not surprising that London has become a place to
visit for weekend or short city breaks over and over again. There really is
something for everyone, whatever your interests, London has got it all!
Countless museums, galleries, historical sites and much much more await.
There really has never been a better time to visit London, one of the most
vibrant cities in the world.
British Museum, London
The UK's largest museum is also the most visited tourist attraction in London,
with a staggering 6 million visitors annually. Take the family and enjoy a
visit to the oldest and most majestic museum in the world.
Buckingham Palace, London
Buckingham Palace, built in 1705 for the Duke of Buckingham, has been the
royal family's London home since 1837. Nineteen of the 661 staterooms are
open to visitors for two months each year. On your weekend break in London,
no visit to Buckingham Palace is complete with seeing the changing of the
guards.
Camden Market, London
London's most popular open-air market complete with stalls, shops, pubs and
restaurants. Camden Market is by far one of London’s top attractions.
You are sure to find a cheap bargain or two!
Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament
Big Ben is possibly London’s most famous landmark and one not to be
missed, so too are the houses of Parliament, which consist of the House of
Commons and the House of Lords. Why not make a day of it and watch the proceedings
from the public gallery!
St Paul's Cathedral, London
Most people have already seen the inside of the cathedral due to the memorable
marriage ceremony of Prince Charles and Diana in 1981. St Paul’s dome,
no longer dominates London as it did for centuries, but it's still quite a
sight when viewed from the river. A truly breathtaking sight not to be missed!
Shops Galore
Forget New York and Paris, London is the shopping capital of the world. Boasting
over 40,000 shops and 83 major street markets, London is a must for shopaholics
and bargain hunters alike! Find cheap gifts in one of the many markets or
for something more luxurious visit one of the famous depertment stores in
London.
From the boutiques of Bond Street to the teeming Oxford Street fashion stores
and vibrant street markets, there is something to suit even the most discerning
of shoppers.
Nightlife in London
Clubs, Clubs and more Clubs! The London clubbing scene is probably the most
electrifying it has ever been. Each night has something different on offer
whether you choose to dance the night away to funky 70s beats or hip hop classics,
London is the place to be for a top night out!
Hosting a number of world famous club nights, why not boogie the night away
at the infamous Ministry of Sound.
Entertainment
Where to begin! From pubs and clubs, to theatres, cinema, outdoor concerts,
street festivals and comedy London is bursting at the seams for things to
do on a short or weekend break. Why not click on our London
Events Guide to see what’s on in London now!
Food
What ever takes your fancy you will find every possible culinary delight available
in London. From African to Thai even the fussiest of eaters will be spoilt
for choice and at a price to suit every pocket!
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London from Newcastle airport for a cheap weekend break or short break to
the city that has it all.
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