The 30 Best Cultural hotspots in London

“My sister and I had a lovely time at Aladin tonight for dinner. Jack was our server and he was polite and very friendly. The food was incredible- I have come here a few times before and I am always happy. Will definitely be back!”

“This place feels like a warm hug. The staff are kind, the food is simple but incredible and the atmosphere is perfect. The lunch deal is great value, especially for London. Try the homemade chilli oil, it's my new obsession.”

“Cambridge circus wingstop is the best among of the others. I visited last week. The food was amazing. And the service and atmosphere was so good. I wanna visit again.”

“The food was great , very tasty . Maybe to spice for me but the flavours were amazing I would go back to try something else . Great dessert”

“I had black Americano and my wife had cappuccino, we both really enjoyed our drinks a lot. My Americano had that light fruity aftertaste that you often only find with very high quality, it was genuinely very delicious. The interior is relaxing, calm and light and we really appreciate the soft music as well, not at all over the top. I love what this place is going for, as I am new to the area it's nice to find a place nearby that I know I can be comfortable in. The woman serving us on Monday 6th was also very kind.”

“Vegetarian breakfast was so delicious! I couldn’t be happier with the service! I will definitely come back”

“The best sushi in town! The atmosphere and recipes are authentic. The staff were extremely polite, and even though we arrived at the restaurant late, they didn't rush us to leave and provided us with excellent service. This is definitely a place to visit if you're in London. Although we were fortunate enough not to wait in line, I recommend making a reservation.”

“We held a work party in the upstairs room at the Hospital Tavern and it was brilliant! The events manager was fantastically helpful, service was brilliant, and the selection of food and drink available was fab, we didn't scratch the surface of the equipment available (mics, lights, sound etc!) but what we used was great. The pub is in a great location and has a really friendly, fun vibe... also nice late opening hours!”

“We enjoyed everything about our 2 night stay. The location was convenient, the food was delicious, the staff were helpful and friendly, the room was comfortable, and the check in-out process was smooth.”

“One of the best hot chocolates I’ve had in awhile!! Popular location but less known cafe in the crypt, would add to the bucket list! I know they host events here also! Many chairs and tables and surprisingly natural lighting ☺️ would recommend for a drink and a cool place to relax from the buzz of the above world!”

“Really good food and great service. The inability to pay by card is the only thing that will hold you back from eating everything in sight.”

“I absolutely love this place! Their Moroccan tea is so refreshing and full of flavour — it’s the perfect balance of mint and sweetness. The price is really reasonable too, especially for the quality. ☕️”

“Very lovely stop after shopping, right by the exit too! I had the popcorn shrimp which exceeds expectations. Delicious crunch made to order so perfect temp and taste!”

“We had a great 5-day stay at this Travelodge. The location, right in the middle of the city, is calm and wonderful for visiting London. The staff is polite and friendly. Our room was clean, the bed very comfortable, with everything we needed for our stay. The only small drawback is that the small window opened on a wall opposite so it was dark and without a view, but it did not take away from the wonderful stay we had :) I recommend the buffet breakfast at the hotel, and the Chinese restaurant 'Sechuan' right in front of it ! We will probably stay at this Travelodge again next time we are in London !”

“One of the cheapest dorm that I've found, initially for 4 nights stay but i extended for almost a week! Why? first, it's affordable & cheap. second, I'm pretty satisfied with the basics provided in the hostel: decent room & toilets, dining area, cooking space and free simple breakfast!! third, staff are pretty kind. fourth, i felt safe & comfortable inside the room! the location is also pretty close to both New Cross Gate train station & Marquis of Granby bus stop, so yea it's pretty accessible with public transport. there's also small park nearby, and few halal places nearby. it looks pretty meh & somewhat eerie from the outside, but yeah overall the inside of the hostel - are all pretty decent. trust me. to girl travellers, do let them know you need a female dorm else you'll get the mixed dorm ? ps: good for budget traveller, price might be differ and bit higher during weekend/festive/holiday. but still considering the price + hv breakfast, i still consider it's affordable. pss: DO NOT EXPECT EXTRAVAGANT STUFF AS I MENTIONED EARLIER, it's a decent place to stay. will definitely come here again if I'll be looking for a pretty decent place in future!”

“The friendliest place to dance in London! The people attending this weekly event is like one big family, but they greet newcomers with open arms and you immediately feel very welcome, regardless of who you are, your dance experience etc. On several occasions, we've travelled all the way from Sweden in order to attend and we've never once been disappointed. Great price, great music and great teachers. The hostess Amanda, apart from being a fab DJ herself, also has a great selection of guest DJs and she lets DJs play that might not get a chance in other places. A big plus is also the free snacks that keeps you going for a full night of dancing, dancing, dancing!”

“This café is such a treat to have in our local park. Great food, brilliant value for money and the service is good, unlike what other *bitter* reviewers might have you believe. The pizzas are a stand-out, and it's the best value oat latte you will find in Walthamstow. The staff are friendly, and do a great job at serving everyone, even in spite of the out of control children throwing their sausage roll on the floor while their parent is on their phone. Thanks guys, we'll be back again!”

“What an iconic place that kept you engaged and SAFE the entire night. There are so many levels to explore, multiple rooms if you wanna change your dance mood, and the staff really encourages a safe and secure atmosphere where you felt you were free to just enjoy yourself. Only criticism is that is really hard to see the DJ in room 1.”

“Had a great stay here. Room was spacious enough for three people. The building is right next to the Overground station, but the windows point the opposite way, so it is not a problem. There are several cafes (with free wifi) on the ground floor. We could leave our luggage for free at reception outside check-in hours. Room: spacious (for London), clean, good towels and bed linen, USB charger slots, electrical tea can and cups in-room, dark blinders, large TV. All in all great value for the money. Highly recommend!”

“We had a great stay for 4 nights. Room was cosy and clean and it has all needed facilities (except of teaspoons but we received them in reception). Staff was friendly and helpfull. Localisation was really convenient: less than 30 minutes walk to Westminster Abbey or Big Ben and just 5 minutes to Victoria Coach Station. I highly reccomend this hotel if you want to have comfort stay in a reasonable price. I have to admit that I've never slept in such a comfortable bed!”

“Great night. Some sort of family party going on but everyone was able to jump in on the food! Woohoo. Lovely grub,”

“The apartment was simply fantastic! Spotless and spacious, perfect for my large family. The location was terrific, close to numerous shops, restaurants, parks, and many of the must-see places in London. We appreciated how seamless the communication and check in/out process was, thank you for being such great hosts!”

“It was an absolute pleasure dining here. The only reason I found it was the delicious smell when I was walking past with my wife and saw the reviews. So we decided to eat. From we we walked through the door we were greeted with a smile and kindness. The staff....soo happy which sets the tone for the entire meal. The food is great. The beef Pad Ka pow was recommended to us and it was amazing, garlic and chilli with tender beef topped with a perfect fried eggs. The torpedo prawns crispy and fresh and the fried fish (tilapia) was amazing crunch and flaky. The condiments were amazing and top tier. The atmosphere was cute and a lot of locals come in...the vibe is just unique. Happy staff happy locals nice atmosphere. Highly recommend this to anyone”

“Very blessed to have this cafe within walking distance for lunch. Rice Cakes 10/10 perfect amount of sweet and spicy. Dumplings Vegan 10/10 Kimchi Jeon 7/10, just my personal preference I prefer kimchi fried rice. Croffle 10/10 The Ade's are a lot of fun. 15-20 mins wait time for food :)”

“Very nice coffee shop within the court yard of the Oakland Rise apartments. It's very hidden away from anyone outside the apartment area. The atmosphere inside is a very nice, slightly industrial setting with an open floor area where small events are held. It was quiet during my visit, with some music playing in the background. The coffee is good, and there is an option for plant milk. There are also some vegan options for some small food items. The staff is very nice. A true hidden gem.”

“Been coming here for 5 years for the delicious paninis. The fact that they're a family owned business is a big bonus to me. This shows in the unfailing friendliness and quality. Shout out to Jan Senior and Jan Junior. Keep doing Highgate proud!”

“Delicious coffee and great service but more importantly super friendly barista with great personality and chat. Perfect little stop on Essex Road for commuters.”

“Such a good barber shop, great service and amazing haircuts too. Couldn’t recommend enough.”

“Such a fun class. Malika is a great teacher, she empowers you to trust your own movement in a welcoming environment. Everyone in the class is super friendly and it’s super fun while learning a lot. Thank you Malika:)”