Welcome to London
London is the capital of the U.K. and the biggest city in the country - a cultural playground attracting millions of visitors each year. Some come to this hub of industry and government for business, while others visit for a leisurely vacation among the vibrant metropolis. It's not only the largest city in England, it's the most populous area in all of Western Europe. While it serves as one of the top global cities today, London was once a quaint, walled village that spanned only a square mile.
Visitors arrive to find that the locale, which is situated along the River Thames, is separated into 32 different boroughs. Throughout these areas you'll find a diverse array of restaurants, bars, shops, museums, galleries and landmarks. Central London is the heart of the city, containing the historic Bloomsbury district, Westminster, Notting Hill, Soho and London City proper. But guests can also explore the inner and outer boroughs, from Hampstead down to the South suburbs.