Hello,I will travel in London at November from Japan. Could you tell me?

Question

What will be there events at November? Or please tell me your recommend place.
Thank you.

Answer 1

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Buckingham Palace has been the official abode of British royalty since 1837. The forecourt is the setting for one of London's most popular and spectacular tourist events: The Changing of the Guard. The Mews are working stables, where you can see the Queen's horses and state carriages.
The Buckingham Palace state rooms are only open during certain days in August and September in. Admission to the mews: adults GBP4.60; child GBP2.60; under 5 free. State rooms: adult GBP11; child GBP6.
Address: Buckingham Palace Rd, London, SW1A 1AA
Open Hours: Mews: noon-4pm daily; State Rooms: 9.30am-4:15pm


Big Ben is the name of the clock inside this famous tower that also forms part of the Houses of Parliament. Its impressive mechanism weighs in at over 13.5 tons, and the pendulum, which beats once every two seconds, is 13 feet long and weighs 690 pounds. The clock was named "Big Ben" after the First Commissioner of Works, and since 1885 a light above it has been lit while the House of Commons is in session.
Address: Parliament Square, London, SW1A 2NE


Westminster Abbey is regarded as an architectural masterpiece of the medieval period. It has been the venue for most of the country's coronations since 1066 and for numerous other Royal occasions. At present, it is still a church dedicated to regular worship and to the celebration of great events in the life of the British nation. Call the information desk, tel: [phone], fax: [phone], for opening times, Verger tour times and reservations for individuals and families, and other visitor information.
Please note that last admission is one hour before closing. Admission: Adults £8, concessions £6, children under 11 are admitted free of charge.
Address: 20 Dean's Yard, London, SW1P 3PA
Open Hours: Hours Vary. Call for details.

Houses of Parliament For over 900 years this impressive assemblage of Gothic buildings has been the home of English government. Indeed, no other place so potently symbolises democracy in the Western world. The building covers an area of eight acres and consists of 1,100 rooms, 100 staircases, 11 courtyards and over three kilometres of passages.
The House of Lords occupies the southern end of the building whilst the House of Commons occupy the northern end. Within the Houses of Parliament there is also Westminster Hall, the Crypt Church, Members' Lobby, the Commons Library and the Peers Library. Outside, the tower containing Big Ben remains the single most celebrated structure in this very picturesque riverside seat of British government. In order to attend PMQ (Prime Minister's Question Time) in the House of Commons' Strangers' Gallery, UK citizens need to contact their local MP in advance to ensure entry. Alternatively one can queue at St Stephen's entrance but this may not prove successful.

Admission is free.
Address: Westminster, London, SW1A OAA
Open Hours: House of Commons: 2.30pm-7.30pm Mon & Tue; 9.30am-2pm Wed; 11.30am-7.30pm Thu; 9.30am-3pm Fri - House of Lords: 2.30pm-7.30pm Mon-Wed; 3pm-7.30pm Thu; 11am-7.30pm Fri



Cabinet War Rooms As the outbreak of war became ever more likely at the end of the 1930s, this maze of interlocking rooms and tunnels was constructed under civil service buildings close to the Houses of Parliament at Westminster. The purpose was to provide safe haven to government officials in the event of Nazi air raids.
Thus, a sick room, dormitories, a refectory and even a shooting gallery were built. Some say that a tunnel was even dug from here to Buckingham Palace so the Royal Family could make their escape if invasion was ever to occur. Winston Churchill held vital cabinet meetings and orchestrated military operations here throughout the war years, and in the Map Room you can trace the actual position of allied forces as they triumphed on VJ Day in 1945. Immaculately preserved, the Cabinet War Rooms convey the claustrophobic and perilous atmosphere of wartime, and give a fascinating insight into the workings of the war machine. The rooms remain closed on the 24th, 25th and 26th of December. Admission prices range from £10.50 for adults, £8 for students and senior citizens and children under 16yrs are admitted free.

Address: King Charles Street, London, SW1A 2AQ
Open Hours: 9:30a-6p M-Su


Imperial War Museum Featuring everything from full-size tanks to the personal letters of prisoners, this museum presents an informative journey through the wars of the 20th century. Galleries take visitors through a tour of the First and Second World Wars, as well as conflicts including Vietnam and the Falklands. A highlight of the museum is the permanent Holocaust Exhibition. It's a rare glimpse into the reality of life during a very traumatic period.
The museum also enthrals the public with full-size reconstructions of an air-raid shelter and a front line trench. In short, a museum that doesn't fail to both impress and inform. Admission: adults GBP 6.50, students GBP 5.50, children under 17 and OAPs free. Entry after 4.30pm is free.

Address: Lambeth Road, London, SE1 6HZ United Kingdom
Open Hours: 10a-6p M-Su

Tower Bridge is famous the world over, and has to rank as one of the most visited bridges in history. It was designed by Sir Horace Jones, and opened in 1894. Due to the volume of river traffic at the time, Tower Bridge was designed to have twin bascules that could be raised. The idea was that if a ship too tall to pass under the bridge came by, the bascules could be raised and the bridge would, effectively, disappear. This still takes place several times a week - call for details.
This famous landmark also has fabulous views over the Tower of London and of river life on the Thames. Visitors can actually ascend by the North Tower and traverse the river protected from the erratic English elements in an enclosed walkway before descending by the South Tower. Also on offer is The Tower Bridge Experience, a fascinating exhibition situated inside the towers and engine rooms.

Admission: adults £5.50; children (5-15) £3.00; students (w/ID) £4.25; seniors (60+) £4.25; 1 adult & 2 children £10.00; 2 adults & 1 child £12.00; 2 adults & 2 children £14.00; under five free; disabled/carer free
Open Hours: 9.30am-6pm daily Nov-Mar; 10am-6.30pm daily Apr-Oct
Address: Tower Hill,

The Tower of London is mainly perceived as a medieval place of imprisonment and execution. Nine hundred years of history are embraced within the thick, turreted walls. Even though the Tower's violent years are long gone, an aura of death and medieval torture remains. Today, guided tours are available. The main attraction for most visitors are the breathtaking Crown Jewels.
It is also a chance to see the legendary ravens who live within the walls. Charles I decreed that six ravens should always inhabit the Tower. Folklore has it that if they ever leave, Britain will again fall to foreign invasion. Interestingly enough, orders have been received to clip their wings!

Admission: adults £11.30; children under 5 free; children 15 and under £7.50; concessions £8.50; family ticket £34
Open Hours: 9am-5pm Mon-Sat; 10am-5pm Sun (1st March-31st October); 9am-4pm Tues-Sat; 10am-4pm Sun & Mon (1st November-28th February)
Address: Tower Hill,

Harrods is one of London's most prestigious shopping venues – a glittering tribute to all things opulent and stylish. Owned by Mohammed Al Fayed, each floor scales the heights of designer fashions and accessories, luxury furniture, cosmetics, fine jewelers and classic toys.
And, if you're short on time, you can book a Harrods personal shopper to assist you, compliments of the house. This Knightsbridge palace even deals in property, has 19 cafes and restaurants, an on-line casino and a pet department. A visual feast, the five food halls present dazzling displays of gourmet fare on every corner. Harrods' own-brand provisions make perfect presents, and as part of the wonderful array of services on offer, you can have a hamper delivered anywhere in the world. In the basement, Al Fayed has erected a small gilded tribute to Princess Diana and his son Dodi who died tragically in August 1997.

Open Hours: 10a-7p M-Sa, noon-6p Su
Address: 87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge


Piccadilly Circus For many years, Piccadilly Circus - at the junction of five busy streets - has been a major London landmark, seen by many as the capital's centre. In the daytime it's a bustling area filled with shoppers, business people and tourists.
But visit in the evening to see the area really come alive, with its sparkling illuminated signs and heady mix of clubbers and couples ready for a big evening out. At the heart of Piccadilly is a fountain topped with the aluminum statue of an archer. Although affectionately known as Eros by Londoners, it's actually the Angel of Christian Charity by Sir Alfred Gilbert, and it was so unpopular when first unveiled that he opted for self-imposed exile. Today the statue is one of London's most famous sites and a haven for tourists and romantic couples alike. This is truly the gateway to the West End.
Address: Piccadilly Circus, London, W1



Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens An oasis of tranquility in central London, Hyde Park, together with Kensington Gardens to the west, is the largest of the three royal parks.
On the north-east side is Speaker's Corner, a traditional haven of free speech. It is also famous for the Serpentine boating lake, complete with a designated swimming area, and the Serpentine Gallery. Lesser known is the Dogs' Cemetery at the northern end of the park—the graves commemorate more than 200 pooches that enjoyed the park in their day.

Open Hours: 5a-midnight daily
Address: W Carriage Drive, London, W2

London Eye (Millennium Wheel) Opened at the beginning of 2000 in honor of the Millennium, and known as both the London Eye and the Millennium Wheel, this huge 450-foot ferries wheel on the South Bank gives a fabulous bird's eye view of London, if your stomach is strong enough. The spectacular views stretch for 25 miles on a clear day to include views of Windsor and Tunbridge Wells. Up to 25 people can fit in each of the wheel's "capsules." The wheel turns surprisingly slowly- it takes thirty minutes to go round, so you will have plenty of time to spot landmarks and take photos. Admission is GBP10.50 Adults; GBP5 Children under 16; Children under 6 free; Seniors GBP8.50.
Address: Westminster Bridge Road, (Riverside Building County Hall), London
Open Hours: May-Sep: 9:30am-10pm daily; Oct-Apr: 10am-8pm daily



Portobello Road Market Portobello Road is still primarily an antiques market and really comes to life on Saturdays, when the rows of stalls seem to go on forever. Walk down from the Notting Hill tube end and you will see the antique dealers and knick-knack merchants, with a sprinkling of arts and craft and second-hand booksellers.
Further north, there are more clothes stalls. A lot of them flog rubbish but if you are willing to look, the vintage gear, including snakeskin handbags, 1940s fur collar coats and leather jackets, you could obtain here will make your friends burn with envy. The fashion pack comes here a lot to be inspired and many designers started out under the tent by the bridge; so check out the new stuff too. It is phenomenally touristy on Saturdays. Try coming on Fridays or Sundays when there are less people but also fewer stalls. During the week, there's a fruit and vegetable market every day and on Thursdays, there is an organic market under the tent by the bridge. The market is open every Saturday while the shops are open six days a week.
Address: Portobello Road, West of Marble Arch, London, W11


Wimbledon Tennis Championship The only Grand-Slam still played on grass, Wimbledon has 19 main courts, but Number One and Centre Court are where to catch the major matches. Tickets for Wimbledon are by ballot form in December, check the Web site for details. A few hundred tickets go on sale at 10:30a on the door on each day of the championships.
Address: Church Road, (All England Lawn Tennis Club), London, SW19 5AE United Kingdom


Tate Britain The London Tate Gallery, opened in 1897, is set in a beautiful palatial riverside edifice. Exhibiting Britian art from 1500 to present, the gallery is also known for its support of new and avant-garde multimedia artists. The modern art exhibited ranges from the Pre-Raphaelite period to Cubism. Giacometti, Picasso, Moore, Hepworth and Warhol are among the creators on show, and the gallery also annually exhibits the artists that are short-listed for the Turner Prize. Admission is free, except during special exhibitions.
Open Hours: 10a-5:50p M-Su
Address: Milbank, (Westminster), London, SW1P 4RG United Kingdom


Kensington Palace Queen Victoria was born in this palace in 1819, and Princess Margaret and other royals still reside here. A Jacobean mansion in Kensington Gardens (next to Hyde Park), Kensington Palace was the London residence of the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
Visitor attractions include the state apartments and the Royal ceremonial dress collection. Lunch and tea are served in the Orangery or the Winter Cafe (depending on the time of year), which is open from 9am-6pm daily
Address: Kensington Gardens, Kensington Palace State Apartments, London, W8 4PX

Victoria & Albert Museum Predominantly a decorative arts museum, the V&A is a comprehensive collection of everything from sculpture to photographs, from Chinese art to art deco. Among others, the V&A houses the recently refurbished Raphael Gallery, home to seven tapestry cartoons by Raphael that are among Britain's greatest art treasures and part of the Royal Collection. There is a lot to see from the Becket Casket to the Canon photography. There are special themed late night openings on Wednesdays.
Admission: adults £5; under-18s, OAPs, disabled people and full-time students free. The museum is also free from 4:30p-5:45p M-F and from 5p Sa & Su. The late view on Wednesdays is free but there are additional charges for lectures.
Open Hours: 10a-5:45p M-Su
Address: Cromwell Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2RL


Madame Tussaud's The famous waxworks, started by Madame Tussaud in 1835, are one of the most popular tourist attractions in London, and usually have queues to match. Now they've introduced a fast-track booking scheme, you should be able to bypass the queues by pre-booking a time slot for a £1 surcharge. Madame Tussaud learned her trade making death masks during the French Revolution, and those of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette are displayed beside the actual blade that beheaded them.
There are wax models of the famous and the infamous from every walk of life, some of which are amazingly lifelike. The newest area is the Spirit of London where London's heritage is brought to life, guiding the visitor through major events in London's history.
Open Hours: 9:30a-5:30p M-F, 9a-6p Sa, Su
Address: Marylebone Road, London, NW1 5LR


National Gallery This magnificent Georgian edifice, found on the northern side of Trafalgar Square, houses a massive collection of Western European art. Designer Marc Newson presents two new blockbuster exhibitions to his gallery. The National Gallery, which showcased recent retrospectives on El Greco and Titan, is premiering "Raphael:
From Urbino to Rome from Oct. 20-Jan. 6, 2005. This exhibition traces the rise of the Italian Renaissance artist, and gather more than 100 pieces of his collection. Other works such as Master Leonardo Da Vinci can be found in the Sainsbury Gallery, alongside Botticelli and Bellini. Titian, Michaelangelo and Raphael can be found in the West Wing. In the North Wing, Rubens, Rembrandt and Caravaggio are located, and Seurat, Canaletto, Degas and Monet are in the East Wing. A portable CD guide is available in six different languages. Admission is free.
Open Hours: Su-Tu 10a-6p; Th-Sa; W 10a-9p
Address: Pall Mall East, (Trafalgar Square), London, WC2N 5DN


Tate Modern Opened in 2000, the Modern Tate has amazed both industry insiders, art lovers and tourists and detractors are few and far between. The museum, housed amongst drab, concrete blocks on Bankside, has few features left of its previous incarnation as a 1950's power station. Visitors will encounter innovative and attention-grabbing works.
The expanse of exhibition space now houses a variety of works from 1900 to the present, including works from the most important artists of the century to today's rising stars. Admission is free but a donation is appreciated.
Open Hours: 10a-6p Su-Th, 10a-10p Sa-Su
Address: Sumner Street, (Bankside), London, SE1 9TG


Trafalgar Square was built following the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The man responsible for this famous naval victory, which finally destroyed French naval power and secured Britain from invasion, was Admiral Horatio Nelson. A column, with an 18ft statue of Nelson at the summit, is the centrepiece to the Square. At the base of the column are the renowned Landseer lions.
The National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery border one side of the Square, and it's a good place to sit and soak up the atmosphere on a sunny day. The Square is also famous for the large number of pigeons that congregate there. It's one of the main places that overseas visitors come to in order to be photographed.
Address: Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2


Kenwood Bathing Pond Situated near the open-air theatre is the ladies' bathing pond. Open daily from daylight until dusk, a visit to the pond is free and makes for an enjoyable, alternative afternoon, especially if you bring a picnic along to make the most of the time on the Heath. The bathing pond contains only natural water and is unheated - perfect for the Spartan, the purist or the adventurous.
Girls over age 8 can swim all they like, but the boys are banned to the Highgate Bathing Pond a short distance away.
Open Hours: Summer: 7a-9a & 10a-6p M-Su, closed winters
Address: Millfield Lane, (Hampstead Heath), London,


London Transport Museum Explore the history of London and its transport since 1800 with the buses, trams and trains, films, posters and working models housed under this museum's roof. Displays and shows include the role, and varied experiences, of women working for London Transport, and the history of London Transport during World War II. Utilising actors, interactive displays and even bus simulators, this really is a journey you won't want to miss.
The museum is temporarily closed for renovation and will re-open in 2007.
Open Hours: Call for details
Address: 39 Wellington Street, London, WC2E 7BB
Phone: [phone]


Regent's Park and Primrose Hill Regent's Park offers a variety of facilities and amenities for the public to enjoy, including tennis courts, a bandstand, an open air theatre, elegant gardens and children's playgrounds. London Zoo is just next-door. A short walk away is Primrose Hill, a popular neighbourhood that's popular with young and trendy families, actors, artists and other media folk. It is particularly steep and offers numerous hip bars and restaurants and a superb panorama of the London skyline.
Open Hours: 5am-dusk M-Su
Address: The Store Yard, Inner Circle, London, NW1 4NR

Answer 2

There are too many things to do in London that the list is very long. The things you can't miss are: 1) London Tower. Allow at least half a day for that; 2) The Natural History Museum. 3) The Science Museum. 4) London Eye. 5) The National Gallery. 6) London Transport Museum. 7) Madame Tussaud's Museum. 8) Westminster Abbey. 9) St. Paul's Cathedral. 10) Buckingham Palace. 11) The London Zoo.

You must visit the parks: Hyde Park, Green Park, St. James Park. And you have to see at least a show at the West End. You can try to get tickets for "Woman in White".

I could go on recommending sites to see, but the ones mentioned above are essential.

Answer 3

Bonfire Night on the 5th of November's not bad. It's a celebration the English use to mark the occasion when Guy Fawkes was captured trying to blow-up the houses of Parliament in 1605. Huge bonfires are built and effigies are burned and animals are sacrificed there's firework displays and toffee apples, black peas and all that crap, its quite cool.

Oh yeah nearly forgot, treacle toffee.

Answer 4

Picadilly Circus
Hyde Park
Speakers Corner

Answer 5

The previous posters have come up with some ideas. Also visit http://www.londonforfun.com/
http://www.visitlondon.com/
for things to do in london. It may also be an idea to get an oyster card when you're in London to use the public transport:
http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/

Answer 6

For events that are happening just buy a copy of timeout magazine when you get here. This is the best guide to everything in London.

Also try http://www.londonfreelist.com