UNITED KINGDOM Welcome to London Facebook Twitter City description A city full of contrasts, London is one of the most diverse and exciting cities in the world. It simultaneously wears a royal crown and a punk mohawk. It’s districts traverse the spectrum from the historic Westminster to the cutting-edge Shoreditch. It’s distinguished, yet also open to the latest trends; reverent, yet also liberal. The English capital buzzes with life and is comfortable living it up in a mini-skirt, while also treating its institutions and traditions as sacrosanct. It retains a multi-faceted identity where Royal Ascot thoroughbreds, the hallowed grass courts of Wimbledon and quidditch matches at the Harry Potter studios coexist in perfect harmony. On the banks of the mysterious Thames, a wave of mist plunges you into an atmosphere worthy of a tale of Sherlock Holmes, and the imposing Palace of Westminster rises up before you. The bustling City is just a stone’s throw away, as is the elegant St Paul’s Cathedral and the enthusiastic debates at the House of Parliament, which the unflappable Big Ben seems to watch over with a unwavering eye. For many years, the tower and its clock have displayed a very British placidity, not unlike that of the waxworks of Madame Tussauds. Travelling along the river, the city shows off its historic side at the Tower of London, a fortified jewellery box recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Further on, the huge millennium wheel, the London Eye, and the glass and steel skyscraper, the Shard, opposite the legendary London Bridge, remind us that the city has firm foundations in modern times. Covent Garden, which blossoms in the shadow of Westminster Abbey, along with the lively streets of Notting Hill - now the ultimate weekend destination for chic bohemians - bear witness to a vibrant heritage. READ MORE Top things to do in London ALL HIGHLIGHT ART & DESIGN SHOPPING The Best London Aerial Views HIGHLIGHT You’ll feel on top of the world as you slowly ascending high above the city on the London Eye. The View from The Shard v... DISCOVER Sporting Events in London HIGHLIGHT London is home to a wealth of world-class sporting events throughout the year, such as the London Marathon, the Wimbledo DISCOVER 1 / 19 Where to Eat SOFITEL RESTAURANTS CAFÉ RESTAURANTS La Belle Epoque Every dish is a work of art at La Belle Epoque restaurant in the Sofitel London Heathrow, where French gourmet cuisine is given an Asian twist by Chef Mayur Nagarale. The only fine-dining restaurant in Heathrow airport, this 3 AA Rosette award-winning culinary gem is known for its inspired menu featuring dishes such as herb-crusted monkfish with Dorset crab, smoked wood pigeon with confit legs and beetroot, and roasted saddle of rabbit with a boudin of chorizo. With a stylish dining room furnished with plush purples, deep turquoise and golden lighting, La Belle Epoque brings a touch of Parisian glamour to Heathrow. DISCOVER The Balcon London The Balcon invites its guests to step back in time within this beautiful belle époque brasserie, nestled within the Sofitel St James in London’s prestigious Pall Mall. Beneath The Balcon’s lofty ceilings, two winding staircases ascend to the restaurant’s namesake balcony, while throughout the airy dining room dark glossy woods offset gleaming brass and plush green banquettes. Sit by the arched windows and enjoy the action as the immaculate wait staff serve classic French cuisine created by Head Chef Matt Greenwood, such as lobster and seafood bouillabaisse, or roast duck confit. Ideal for all-day dining, The Balcon also serves a refined Afternoon Tea experience not to be missed. 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