If you have just 48 hours to spare, London is the perfect place to get away for a short weekend trip. The good news is that by staying at one of our central London hotels near London Bloomsbury, you can easily access popular locations such as the West End, Covent Garden, and Tottenham Court Road. Let’s take a look at some of the best ways to make the most of a short trip to London.
Book a London Theatre Show
When staying near the West End, you would be crazy to not take the chance to see one of the amazing live theatre shows on offer here. There are shows for all ages available in London, ranging from Frozen and The Lion King for families through to Les Misérables and other classic shows for adults. Look online for some great deals for last-minute tickets. If you don’t fancy a late night out, also consider a matinee show if you are here over the weekend.
Explore Covent Garden
A quintessential London experience for visitors is to spend time walking around and exploring Covent Garden. While some people feel this area is a little touristy, we love seeing the market and shopping for gifts for loved ones. The street entertainment will keep everyone entertained between shopping and then you can finish off your time here with a meal or drink in one of the local restaurants.
The Royal Opera House
While you are in Covent Garden, don’t forget to stop by the stunning Royal Opera House. You can enjoy a variety of live performances here, including ones from The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera. If you want to take a closer look at the venue, consider booking one of the tours of the Royal Opera House, where you can get even closer to the stage.
Shopping on Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street
Either take the tube or walk along to Tottenham Court Road to start exploring some of London’s best shops. You can then take a trip through Oxford Street and Regent Street for even more retail therapy. While the shops do get very busy on the weekends, you’ll find they have long opening hours and the evenings can be a little quieter for browsing.
The National Gallery
After time spent shopping and dining, take some time to enjoy the cultural scene in London with a visit to The National Gallery. The gallery is home to artwork dating all the way back to the 13th century. You’ll find over 2,300 paintings to discover, so we highly recommend putting aside a couple of hours to fully explore this location.
There’s no shortage of things to do in 48 hours when staying at one of our London Bloomsbury hotels. Take a look through our site for more inspiration and to discover everything you need to know about staying with us in London. Our team will be here to answer any questions you have about the local area and to help make your stay with us a memorable one for you and your travel party.