another london question

reallybehind! Posted: Aug 03, 2005 04:12 PM

another london question

thanks to all those who recommended hotels for me. i'm still in the process of picking. in the meantime, dh and i will be there for our anniversary (2nd) and so want to do something a little special that day. any suggestions for romantic things to do in london? dinner, shows, etc?? thanks!!!

HearzBellz Posted: Aug 03, 2005 04:48 PM

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They have dinner cruises on the River Thames that are pretty nice. And they used to have handsom cab rides through Hyde Park. I have not been to that part of England in a while, so I am not sure if they still do that.

TracyInQueens Posted: Aug 03, 2005 04:57 PM

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If the Open Air Theater in Regent's Park hasn't ended its season, that would be fun. It's just about my favorite place in London, and they put on really great Shakespeare productions. I just don't know when their season closes (since it's outdoors).

HearzBellz Posted: Aug 04, 2005 09:06 AM

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another thing, if you do not mind leaving London, any of the day trips might be nice. Leeds is a great day trip, and the castle there is beautiful. Bath is also a nice day trip and the town is very lovely.

Preshy7 Posted: Aug 04, 2005 09:11 AM

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high tea at the savoy!
or
go to greenwich in the day to see the prime meridian and have lunch at the 'Kings Arms' pub- lots of wines by the glass and beer too. very nice friendly pub.

buy the 'time out' london guide..best guide out there

have fun!!

HearzBellz Posted: Aug 04, 2005 09:12 AM

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Posted by Preshy7

high tea at the savoy!
or
go to greenwich in the day to see the prime meridian and have lunch at the 'Kings Arms' pub- lots of wines by the glass and beer too. very nice friendly pub.

buy the 'time out' london guide..best guide out there

have fun!!

OMG I love the Kings Arms!!! We went there one night after some tour one of the first times we went to London!
ETA: Do not go see the Mousetrap though, if you are looking for a show. Everyone tells the tourists to see it...lognest running show...blah blah....it was positively awful.

FTRBRIDE Posted: Aug 04, 2005 09:49 AM

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Posted by Preshy7

high tea at the savoy!
or

I went to high tea at the savoy last time I was in London and it was really nice.

lrs2005 Posted: Aug 04, 2005 09:53 AM

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I enjoyed taking a day trip to stonehenge and bath. I did not care for the day trip I took to Leeds castle - over priced and not worth it. Windsor castle however, was excellent.
I have also heard that Oxford is a lovely town.
I enjoyed lunch at Harvey Nicks.

IrishBride-05 Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:00 AM

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Posted by FTRBRIDE

Posted by Preshy7

high tea at the savoy!
or

I went to high tea at the savoy last time I was in London and it was really nice.

Claridges is really good too!

I love Windsor, which is Southwest of London and not a long ride. The castle is beautiful and there are great bars and restaurants there too. Eton College is nearby and that's worth a visit. Another good day trip is Hampton Court which has a great maze.

You can get a London Pass which allows entry to lots of different attractions in and around London.

usuk2004 Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:11 AM

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If you're looking for something romantic, you could do a walk through Kew Gardens. Or dinner at the Oxo Tower. Pricey, but special.

There's also a restaurant at the top of the Tate Modern that has amazing views over St Paul's.

FM me if you need anymore info - I live in London...

Preshy7 Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:21 AM

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Posted by HearzBellz

Posted by Preshy7

high tea at the savoy!
or
go to greenwich in the day to see the prime meridian and have lunch at the 'Kings Arms' pub- lots of wines by the glass and beer too. very nice friendly pub.

buy the 'time out' london guide..best guide out there

have fun!!

OMG I love the Kings Arms!!! We went there one night after some tour one of the first times we went to London!
ETA: Do not go see the Mousetrap though, if you are looking for a show. Everyone tells the tourists to see it...lognest running show...blah blah....it was positively awful.

ok - FH has a PICTURE of the front of the pub on his DESK at work- he LOVED IT!

also - i must recommend the pub 'Lamb and Flag' - so fun- in covent gardens area - a real wuthentic pub with amazing bartenders.
watch out though- they close at 1100 pm(2300) sharp!

usuk2004 Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:34 AM

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Posted by Preshy7

ok - FH has a PICTURE of the front of the pub on his DESK at work- he LOVED IT!

also - i must recommend the pub 'Lamb and Flag' - so fun- in covent gardens area - a real wuthentic pub with amazing bartenders.
watch out though- they close at 1100 pm(2300) sharp!

They all close at 11pm

tourist Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:36 AM

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Posted by HearzBellz

ETA: Do not go see the Mousetrap though, if you are looking for a show. Everyone tells the tourists to see it...lognest running show...blah blah....it was positively awful.

Like Cats?

HearzBellz Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:49 AM

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Posted by tourist

Posted by HearzBellz

ETA: Do not go see the Mousetrap though, if you are looking for a show. Everyone tells the tourists to see it...lognest running show...blah blah....it was positively awful.

Like Cats?

precisely

HearzBellz Posted: Aug 04, 2005 10:50 AM

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Posted by Preshy7

Posted by HearzBellz

Posted by Preshy7

high tea at the savoy!
or
go to greenwich in the day to see the prime meridian and have lunch at the 'Kings Arms' pub- lots of wines by the glass and beer too. very nice friendly pub.

buy the 'time out' london guide..best guide out there

have fun!!

OMG I love the Kings Arms!!! We went there one night after some tour one of the first times we went to London!
ETA: Do not go see the Mousetrap though, if you are looking for a show. Everyone tells the tourists to see it...lognest running show...blah blah....it was positively awful.

ok - FH has a PICTURE of the front of the pub on his DESK at work- he LOVED IT!

also - i must recommend the pub 'Lamb and Flag' - so fun- in covent gardens area - a real wuthentic pub with amazing bartenders.
watch out though- they close at 1100 pm(2300) sharp!

OMG that is awesome. I only took pics inside & of the bartender that was laughing at the americans trying to float a 1p coin on the Guiness foam

I will def. check out Lamb & Flag when I go back this spring!