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How to explore London’s top attractions from home

April 30, 2020 by Gretta Schifano 1 Comment

How to explore London's top attractions from home - virtual online tours

London is one of the most popular cities in the world to visit. With its world-class museums and galleries, iconic cultural sites and unique historic attractions, the UK capital is an endlessly rewarding place to explore. If you don’t live in the city, or if you’re unable to travel there, you can still enjoy London’s […]

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Categories: City, London
Tags: London virtual tour

How to explore London’s top art galleries from home

March 21, 2020 by Gretta Schifano Leave a Comment

How to explore London's art galleries from home - virtual online tours

London’s art galleries are currently closed but, as long as you have internet access, you can still explore them. So if you’re self-isolating, social distancing or in quarantine, wherever you are in the world, here’s how you can enjoy London’s amazing and beautiful art collections online through virtual tours and resources. Dulwich Picture Gallery Dulwich […]

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Categories: City, Culture, London

How to explore London’s top museums from home

March 20, 2020 by Gretta Schifano 2 Comments

How to explore London's top museums from home

Although London’s world-class museums are closed at the moment, that doesn’t mean that you can’t explore them – as long as you have internet access. Even when you’re self-isolating, social distancing or not able to travel, you can still enjoy and learn about the marvellous exhibits and collections of the following top museums online through […]

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Categories: City, Culture, London
Tags: armchair travel

17 places to find the world of Harry Potter in London

February 1, 2020 by Gretta Schifano 6 Comments

Goodwin's Court, London. Inspiration for Knockturn Alley. Copyright Gretta Schifano

London is a wonderful destination to visit if you’re a Harry Potter fan. There are many, many places across the city which J.K. Rowling either used as inspiration for or mentioned in her celebrated book series, and/or which were used as locations for the subsequent films. Here are 17 of the best places to go if […]

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Categories: City, London
Tags: Free Harry Potter walking tour, Harry Potter, Muggle Tours, Warner Bros Studio Tour

Things to do in London with kids: March

February 1, 2020 by Gretta Schifano 9 Comments

Things to in London with kids: March. Copyright Gretta Schifano, Mums do travel.

March in London is as busy as ever – and, as always, it’s a great place for a family day out. With Mother’s Day and a host of other festivals and events, there’s a lot happening in the capital. Each month I publish a round-up of some of the best things on offer in London […]

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Categories: Things to do in London with kids
Tags: International Women's Day, Mother's Day, St. Patrick's Day, World Book Day

Things to do in London with kids: February

January 20, 2020 by Gretta Schifano 12 Comments

FI Things to in London with kids: February. Copyright Gretta Schifano

London’s a great place for a family day out at any time of year. This month, as ever, there are loads of fun things happening in the capital, plus spring’s nearly here, the kids have a week’s half-term holiday and it’s Pancake Day. Marvellous. Here’s my pick of the excellent things to do in London […]

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Categories: Things to do in London with kids
Tags: Horniman Museum, Imagine Children's Festival, London Zoo, National Maritime Museum, Postal Museum, Science Museum, Somerset House

Things to do in London with kids: January

December 30, 2019 by Gretta Schifano 4 Comments

Chinese New Year, Trafalgar Square, London. Copyright Greater London Authority

If you’re planning a family day out in London, you have a huge array of activities to choose from, whatever the time of year. Each month I publish a round-up of some of the best things on offer in the capital for families with kids. Here’s my selection for January 2020. New Year’s Day Parade Each […]

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Categories: Things to do in London with kids
Tags: Chinese New Year, London International Mime Festival

Things to do in London with kids – December

December 1, 2019 by Gretta Schifano 15 Comments

Fortnum & Mason Christmas tree, Somerset House, London. Copyright Gretta Schifano

If you’re planning a family day out in London in December, there’s a wealth of fab things to see and do there, many of which are free of charge. Each month I publish a round-up of some of the most interesting, unusual, quirky and fun things to do in the city with kids – here’s […]

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Categories: City, Things to do in London with kids
Tags: Christmas in London, Christmas lights, Christmas markets, fireworks, ice skating, pantomime

Things to do in London with kids: November

October 25, 2019 by Gretta Schifano 10 Comments

Diwali in Trafalgar Square. Copyright Greater London Authority

The clocks have changed, it’s starting to feel chilly, but London’s still a great place for a family trip, as it always is. Each month I pick my top things to see and do in the capital, from world-class exhibitions, to local festivals, to outdoor activities and everything in between. Here’s my selection for November […]

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Categories: Things to do in London with kids
Tags: Bonfire night, Diwali, ice skating, Lord Mayor's Show, Remembrance Day, Royal Opera House, Winter Wonderland

Free Halloween things to do in London for families

October 1, 2019 by Gretta Schifano 1 Comment

Halloween - free things to do in London with kids

Halloween is on October 31st, and around this time there are Halloween-themed activities and events across London, many of which are free. Here are some of the best family-friendly Halloween experiences in the city which won’t cost you a thing. Covent Garden – giant pumpkin Head to Covent Garden for a perfect Halloween selfie spot. […]

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