England's lively and cultural capital is easily accessible from all parts of the country with most of the country's major train lines convening at London's major stations. London also has three major airports; Luton, Gatwick and most importantly Heathrow located around its proximity, for international travellers. Travel within London is simplified greatly due to the famous Underground, wherever you are your never far from a "tube"!

London provides attractions for all ages. Particular family favourites include the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Madame Tussuad's Waxworks and London Zoo. Also there's the London Aquarium, London Dungeon or take the family on the London Eye; the world's tallest observation wheel, on a clear day you can see 25miles!

For women fascinated with art, London has some of the best art galleries in the world from classical galleries; Tate Britain, National Portrait Gallery and V&A museum to the cutting edge of contemporary art; Tate Modern and the Saatchi Gallery.

London possesses many historical sites; those of particular interest include Tower of London, the Cutty Sark, Houses of Parliament & Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge and St Paul's Cathedral. London is a city full of history and can be a very cultural trip if you are that way inclined.

Importantly London is a great city for women to shop! Take on the masses of Oxford Street to explore the flagship stores of almost every British high street fashion store, although busy it is worth it! For upmarket shopping try Selfridges or go to Knightsbridge for Harvey Nichols or the famous Harrods. Try the boutiques of Bond Street or get the latest women's fashion tip in the many boutiques and flagship stores in Covent Garden. For markets London has some great offerings namely the cool Portobello, Brick Lane and Camden markets.

After all the sightseeing and shopping, women are going to need sustenance! London offers some of the best dining experiences in the world and a massive range of cuisines from all over the world. For extravagant dining experiences try one of Gordon Ramsay's three starred restaurants or Jamie Oliver's highly acclaimed Fifteen. Or for a more conservative budget there are thousands of superb small restaurants, notably the all-you-can-eat buffets in Chinatown.

London also offers a myriad of bars and clubs from old-time public houses to posh champagne bars and super-cool and trendy, modern wine bars. For the clubbing types London's nightlife provides club nights for all music genres. Some of the more famous clubs include Fabric, Ministry of Sound, Pacha, Cargo, Electric Ballroom, The Worlds End and many more.

However a trip to London cannot be complete without a visit to the West End to take in one of the many, famous musicals. Choose from long-runners such as Les Miserables, Chicago, Phantom of the Opera or Mamma Mia. Or try a more intimate, small production play; the choice is massive!

As far as accommodation is concerned London isn't short of that either. From the super posh five star hotels such as The Ritz, The Savoy, The Dorchester and The Four Seasons, where women can be pampered till their hearts' content, to well priced budget hotels situated in and around the city centre.

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