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Eight Lesse- Known Things to Do and See in London

by Birdie on 24/07/09 at 4:04 am

When visiting London, be sure to stop by some of these less famous, but still historical and interesting areas of the city.

Camden Town and Market

An area of great diversity of character and style Camden is a must visit for anyone looking for a unique and exciting day out. Work for your bargains by haggling the prices down on market stalls and shops alike overlooked by startlingly massive shop front statues and figures. With masses of gothic, punk and Lolita clothes and jewellery merged with stalls selling eastern furniture and vendors of fresh orange juice and caramel peanuts the market and surrounding “Stables” and high street are more than quirky. Strobe lighting, loud music and a huge variety of cultured foods are just some of the things you can expect to find. Of course if you want something a little more reserved you can enjoy lunch at one of Camden many restaurants or cafes over looking the picturesque canal.

Thorpe Park

Home to a Guinness world record holding roller coaster for the most loops “Colossus”, among other thrilling rides such as “Tidal Wave” and “Nemesis Inferno”.  This theme park also offers the classics such as “Rumba Rapids” and “Detonator” along with rides and areas for younger entrants such as the “Tea Cups”, petting zoo and “Loggers Leap” the largest log flume in the UK.

London ExCel

When in London be sure to check out what’s going on at the ExCel centre – The International Exhibition and Conference Centre. No matter the time of year, there’s always something happening from the world fruit and vegetable convention (exciting stuff huh?) to the twice annual MCM Expo. Often a great place to find celebrities or even just to meet people with similar interests.

Cleopatra’s Needle

An original Egyptian obelisk – nearly 3,500 years old – which has been at Themes embankment since 1878 when it was brought to London as a remembrance of Britain’s victory over Napoleon.

St. Pancras Train Station

More than just a stop on the Victoria and Northern lines of the London underground, St Pancras station is a place of great architectural beauty. A sure stop for any one wishing to appreciate the traditional gothic glamour of Central London

Hache

A burger bar with a difference. Hailed as one of the best restaurants in London Hache combines gourmet dining with beautifully unique burgers. Renowned for the friendly service, comfortable atmosphere and generous portions Hache is a definite destination for the food connoisseur in you. Also famous for its exquisite range of desserts.

Hyde Park

Home to “Speaker’s Corner”, “The Weeping Beech” and The Princess Diana memorial fountain Hyde Park all plays host to many music festivals and parades. If by chance you visit London around the Christmas season you will be wowed by the beautiful “Winter Wonderland”, an annual celebration which lasts for weeks and offers rides, an ice skating rink and a German Christmas Market to get you in the festive mood.

Millennium Bridge

Less famous than Tower Bridge or the Millennium Dome, Millennium Bridge (nicknamed the wobbly bridge after an odd swaying which occurred in the days after completion) links Bankside to City. Over looked by Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Tate Modern, Bankside gallery and St Paul’s Cathedral the millennium bridge has a unique design and is situated in a perfectly central location.

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gringoperry

Jul 24th, 2009

excellent article

Bohemian Bystander

Jul 25th, 2009

Not exactly “lesser-known” (by the way you’re missing the “r” for that phrase in your title) but I’m glad St. Pancras got a mention! It truly is London’s most beautiful station. *Feels all nostalgic*

Birdie

Jul 26th, 2009

grr, i know, Triond decided to remove the ‘r’ when they published it. i can’t be arsed to cahnge it now :P

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