After over a week in the English countryside we decided to brave the crowds and beauty of London. Andre found us the most amazing flat right in the heart of Covent Garden. We enjoyed walking all over (with a few tube rides thrown in to rest) and visiting as many sights as possible. We were able to take the kids to 2 musicals (Matilda and Charlie & the Chocolate Factory) and 1 play (Mousetrap - which is the longest running play in history). All shows were outstanding and the kids did great. enjoyed every minute.
Here is the sitting room/kitchen of our lovely flat
Our front door 23A
These are all over the city - you have to figure out how they are "floating"
One of the many guards we encountered
After dropping our bags we headed out for a walk - just down the street was Buckingham Palace.
Then we met Kellie and Justin for a delicious dinner and a wonderful evening! So glad we were able to connect the kids with all kinds of family.
Our lovely little street - New Row
Pub at the top of our street on Saturday night.
The Tower of London. We were in london over the 100th Anniversary of the 1st World War so there were many tributes. This was one of the largest and was a sea of ceramic red poppies commemorating all the soldiers who lost their lives for our freedom.
Tower of London main gate where all the prisoners would have passed through.
Main Tower
Residences and other buildings. The Queen has a residence in the corner (you may be able to see the guard who is always stationed there). the Yoeman live in the other buildings.
our guide
daily ice cream break
The Tower Bridge! So amazing to see it in person after Jake's epic lego build.
A boy on the bridge
Our extra long escalator
Enjoying the candy store beside our flat. So many yummy british treats!
Museum of Science. The UK has so many free museums it's incredible.
Matilda!!
Zia Teresa's restaurant across from Harrod's where Andre ate almost 30 years ago.
Harrods
Just like Kate I'm standing on the steps of the Lindo Wing with my babies :)
Hamley's - Toys R Us could take some tips from these guys! 5 amazing floors of toys toys toys! and on each floor they have 2-3 toy demonstrations going on. The staff was so kind and helpful it was almost a pleasure to shop there ha!
Our little street by moonlight - the view from our flat window
Victoria & Albert Museum of Childhood. This museum had a wonderful collection of toys and games from around the world. We spent all morning here.
2 new Chelsea fans!!
Our last dinner - yet another yummy italian meal :)
Mousetrap.
Museum of London. Another great free museum. They had wonderful displays describing the history of London and all the different events that make up the long and interesting history of the area.
2 kids outside St. Paul's Cathedral
Front row seats for the double decker bus ride!
Fortnum & Mason. Royal Warrant holder and department store. What an experience. very expensive but very interesting.
The Changing of the guard - our last morning in England!
Walking through beautiful St. James Park on our way to lunch. You can see the London Eye in the distance.
The other side of the bridge offers views of Buckingham Palace.
Big Ben!!
our last (and typical) lunch…a 1/2 pint of cider, some J2O juices, a pint of beer…food is on the way!
yum! "i love smoked salmon"
"Big Ben and Parliament kids"
Finally!! the London Eye - here we come!!
Just like the picture from Paris but we are missing Lillian and Sylvia!! :)
last ice cream.
2 big thumbs up for the UK!! We loved you and hope to return soon!
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