=== Holiday apartments in London === London is considered to be one of the most culturally vibrant cities in the world – no other European metropolis is so populated or inhabited by people from so many different cultures and countries. The wide range of events, sightseeing attractions and cultural influences available will ensure that your holiday will leave an unforgettable imprint on your memory. Let Travanto.com help you plan your trip, start by browsing our website and find the best-suited accommodation available with our fantastic choice of holiday apartments in London. From a flat in London, one has the best possibilities to explore the British capital city on extended sightseeing tours or also to take excursions in the vicinity of London. London has about eight million residents and is the vibrant political, commercial and cultural center of the United Kingdom. Anyone who books vacation rentals in London is visiting a world city full of flair and history. London is located in the south-west of England and built upon the banks of the Thames, the centrepoint of this international metropolis. Originally inhabitated more than 2000 years ago by the Romans, today it is one of the world’s leading global cities. It has something to offer everyone – from entertainment to fine dining, from historic highlights to green spaces. If you would prefer a more glamorous stay, you will feel much more at home in London accommodation in the West End, in Kensington and Chelsea, the City of Westminster, or the fashionable districts, such as Charing Cross, Covent Garden, Mayfair or Soho. The West End is home to many major tourist attractions and is the city’s entertainment hub – many of the musicals in the West End have been running for over 20 years. From one of the many holiday apartments in the West End, it is only a short walk for the shopaholics among us to famous shopping streets like the exclusive Bond Street or the bustling Oxford Street, Europe’s busiest retail mile. Those who want to be in the midst of what's hip and modern should consider looking for short-term rentals in London in districts like Camden, Islington, Greenwich, Shoreditch or Hackney. These districts are famous for their young, vibrant atmospheres and multicultural flair and are filled with many bars, galleries, markets and unique shops. Fabric, a nightclub in Islington, is one of the city’s most famous - don’t be surprised if you bump into one or two celebrities while you’re there! Whether on a budget or in the mood to splurge, there are self-catering options in London for every taste. Take the time to have a look round our website to find the perfect self-catering accommodation. ==== Discover London from your holiday rental ==== London‘s history began with the founding of the Roman settlement of Londinium already in the pre-Christian era. In the Victorian age, London gained importance as the capital city of the British Empire. Up until today the fascination of the British metropolis has been uninterrupted. This unmissable city is teeming with fantastic tourist attractions, which are all within a relatively short distance of one another, due to this city's brilliant transport network and infrastructure. From interactive museums such as The Natural History Museum or The Science Museum, that are just as fun for the adults as they are for the kids, to the adjacent Victoria and Albert Museum - arguably one of the world’s greatest museum of art and design. Also nearby is Buckingham Palace, where millions of tourists visit each year, where the famous "Changing of the Guard" occurs. To mark this ritual, the Queen's Guard marches before audiences in the forecourt of the palace, enchanting tourists over and over again. Furthermore, this awe-inspiring metropolis is home to four World Heritage Sites including the Tower of London, Kew Gardens, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret’s Church. In addition, the impressive St. Paul’s Cathedral is not to be missed! Step inside Christopher Wren's masterpiece and discover the place where numerous landmark events have taken place, for example the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana in 1981. A twenty minute stroll away from St. Paul’s is the British Museum. Take the opportunity to witness a multifaceted display of human history and culture in one of the world’s biggest museums, which houses over 6 million objects and exhibits relics from every continent on earth. Owing to its additional status as an international cultural centre, the city has a myriad of museums and art galleries, including the Tate Modern, the National Gallery and the historic Globe Theatre. One of the biggest and most famous attractions is the London Eye. On a clear day you can see for kilometres over the city and past its borders from the gigantic Ferris wheel. In spite of London’s size and cosmopolitanism, however, there are innumerable green spaces in which you can switch off and relax. One of the most famous parks is Hyde Park, just one of the city's royal parks. Concerts regularly take place here, with the Rolling Stones famously delighting the masses here in 1969.