Kensington is one of the busiest parts of London. It has many shopping centers, clubs, restaurants, and museums than you can shake a stick at. Which is why, first-time tourist, you should consider booking at one of the Kensington hotels for the New Year. You'll be at the center of everything. If you're looking for a patch of green amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, you can easily visit Kensington Gardens or Hyde Park.
Since you're visiting Kensington the first time, among the first things you want to do is to pick which of the many Kensington hotels is ideal for your lodgings. Kensington is probably the more wealthy areas in London (and in the United Kingdom), so expect that Kensington hotels are somewhat costly. Cheap accommodations are offered as well.
Kensington can be stressful, however don't worry if you don't know which areas to see first. We're providing a list of areas in Kensington you should visit while you're there. Read on and print our list, consult your map, and off you go!
1) Kensington Palace - The official residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (among other royals) and a certified royal palace. It's a 17th century structure chockfull of mystery and lore. Parts of the Kensington Palace are open to the public. Even if you're not a history buff or an architecture enthusiast, you should still visit Kensington Palace if only to experience its beauty and grandeur.
2) The Royal Albert Hall - The Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences is among the most prominent concert as well as exhibit halls in the United Kingdom. Queen Victoria dedicated this (plus the Albert Memorial) to her deceased husband. The Royal Albert Hall hosts approximately 350 gatherings each year. Most of its daily shows are the BBC Proms along with the Cirque de Soleil; several high profile videos also hold their premieres here. Even if there's no show, you should still take a look at the high-class time-honored structures.
3) Kensington High Street - The heart of the district and place to many Kensington hotels, shops, and so on. Kensington High Street is one of the most busy areas in Greater London and properties several big-time companies. This is the perfect destination to shop 'til you drop.
4) Kensington Roof Gardens - One of the largest roof gardens in the world. Kensington Roof Gardens can be accessed from Kensington High Street via the old Derry & Toms department store (which now houses Marks & Spencer, Gap, and H&M). Here you can find a Spanish-style garden, a Tudor-style garden, and an English woodland garden. The woodland garden has over 30 species of trees, a feat considering that these trees have only a meter of soil in which to grow. The Gardens also has a clubhouse and a restaurant.
Other well known tourist destinations include the Royal College of Music, the Natural Science Museum, the Science Museum, and the Albert and Victoria Museum. Kensington is a truly history and (dare we say it?) amorous place that's full of life. Pick your lodgings among one of the numerous Kensington accommodations and start touring. Have some fun!
Since you're visiting Kensington the first time, among the first things you want to do is to pick which of the many Kensington hotels is ideal for your lodgings. Kensington is probably the more wealthy areas in London (and in the United Kingdom), so expect that Kensington hotels are somewhat costly. Cheap accommodations are offered as well.
Kensington can be stressful, however don't worry if you don't know which areas to see first. We're providing a list of areas in Kensington you should visit while you're there. Read on and print our list, consult your map, and off you go!
1) Kensington Palace - The official residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (among other royals) and a certified royal palace. It's a 17th century structure chockfull of mystery and lore. Parts of the Kensington Palace are open to the public. Even if you're not a history buff or an architecture enthusiast, you should still visit Kensington Palace if only to experience its beauty and grandeur.
2) The Royal Albert Hall - The Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences is among the most prominent concert as well as exhibit halls in the United Kingdom. Queen Victoria dedicated this (plus the Albert Memorial) to her deceased husband. The Royal Albert Hall hosts approximately 350 gatherings each year. Most of its daily shows are the BBC Proms along with the Cirque de Soleil; several high profile videos also hold their premieres here. Even if there's no show, you should still take a look at the high-class time-honored structures.
3) Kensington High Street - The heart of the district and place to many Kensington hotels, shops, and so on. Kensington High Street is one of the most busy areas in Greater London and properties several big-time companies. This is the perfect destination to shop 'til you drop.
4) Kensington Roof Gardens - One of the largest roof gardens in the world. Kensington Roof Gardens can be accessed from Kensington High Street via the old Derry & Toms department store (which now houses Marks & Spencer, Gap, and H&M). Here you can find a Spanish-style garden, a Tudor-style garden, and an English woodland garden. The woodland garden has over 30 species of trees, a feat considering that these trees have only a meter of soil in which to grow. The Gardens also has a clubhouse and a restaurant.
Other well known tourist destinations include the Royal College of Music, the Natural Science Museum, the Science Museum, and the Albert and Victoria Museum. Kensington is a truly history and (dare we say it?) amorous place that's full of life. Pick your lodgings among one of the numerous Kensington accommodations and start touring. Have some fun!
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