London is a city of dreams for some and city of marvels for travel enthusiast. It has so many styles people keep wondering which one should they explore first – the heritage side exuberates an old-warm charm with artistic monuments, the green side which is a perfect blend of energy and serenity, the magical side that takes one along the adventures of Harry Potter, the detective side that takes one around the novels and life of Sherlock Holmes, the creepy side which insinuates the haunting streets of old London streets, the baking side which instigates taste buds like no other place, the romantic side by the river Thames and on an individual cubicle booked for just the couple on the iconic millennial wheel of the city “the London Eye.”
Here we will explore a few lesser-known attractions of London, which is usually not known to the common travelers and which will make you as one of the sought-after travel agents in your city! Travel Agent Tip: Having information about unique and hidden tourist locations helps you to be at the top of your game. This ensures that your clients will understand that your knowledge about the tourism industry is much more than theirs and hence they will continue to book their holidays only through you. Below is a list of secret attractions of London, which is known to only a few people. Based on your client’s interests give them few suggestions, and become their favorite travel agent!
Leake Street Graffiti Tunnel – multiple artistic Graffiti can be found near the underground metro station of Leake Street, making it one of the interesting spots for young travelers seeking to explore venues for special photographs from a new perspective.
Platform 9 3/4 at Kings Cross Station – This is a must visit location for Harry Potter Fans, since this is the magical platform wall, which takes the students into the world of Hogwarts University! You must inform your guests about this as this will hardly take a few minutes to get to the platform and get some pictures, which are sure to garner huge number of likes from their kith and kin.
Frank G Bowens Auction House, Leytonstone – sometimes we tend to lose our baggage at the airport and as long as we inform the airport authorities, and fill in a form, they will contact you once it’s found. But it so happens that some people don’t leave their address / contact info, so then those lost and found items are left behind. Such items from the London airports are auctioned at Frank G Bowens and for people who like to witness such events, you can suggest them to visit this venue on auction days.
Sky Garden – is the newly built highest public garden of London. It is an effervescent space providing 360-degree view of London’s remarkable skyline. The Sky Garden offers vast space including an open-air terrace, landscaped gardens, observation decks and lush green spaces. Restaurants, bars, fine dining and live music make it the most happening locality.
Kayaking Under the Tower Bridge – is an experience in itself to say the least. Most of the tourists visit the iconic Tower Bridge for sure, if not for longer time, at least for a quick photograph. But very few really know that Kayaking is possible under the tower bridge. In case your clients traveling to London are a couple, then suggest them to do this at night time, to get a glimpse of the beauty Thames and the Tower Bridge all lit up, followed by a stopover for dinner enroute.
Sky Garden – is the newly built highest public garden of London. It is an effervescent space providing 360-degree view of London’s remarkable skyline. The Sky Garden offers vast space including an open-air terrace, landscaped gardens, observation decks and lush green spaces. Restaurants, bars, fine dining and live music make it the most happening locality.
Little Venice – is an upscale residential area in West London. This gives a quirky feel with Gondola Rides, short boat trips, cafes, concept restaurants and charming garden areas. For those who wish to feel the real city and see how the people of this ancient and modernized city live, visiting this neighborhood is a great choice.
To learn about how to make a great London tour with an amazing blend of must visit attractions along with hidden gems, get in touch with your T3 Agent right away!