Summer Vacation Update: London

Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.

Summer is a great time to visit London and there are many activities to choose from. Famous musicals, theater, shopping, new spas and timeless attractions await the visitor to this European city.

Musicals & Theater
The Phantom of the Opera has been playing in London since 1986 and continues to draw crowds. Remember to book tickets at www.londontheatre.co.uk before you go.

The Lord Of The Rings play at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane (tickets from £15) is a spectacle for J.R.R. Tolkien fans. Over 70 actors, singers and musicians, combined with clever staging and design take you to Middle-earth during this fun performance.

Les Miserables at the Queens Theatre is another popular musical with over 7,500 performances in 18 years.

London Tours & Attractions
London Bicycle Tour Company launched a new four-hour excursion around Portobello Market on the first Saturday of the month from June to September. For more information, visit www.londonbicycle.com.

Madame Tussauds museum in London just received a $1 million update with new interactive exhibits such as Einstein's IQ test. Visit www.madame-tussauds.co.uk for hours and tickets.

The Berkeley features a new Pret-a-Portea cake collection served in the Caramel from 2-6pm every day (from £34 per person).

Where to Stay
Check for summer vacation packages at The Savoy, The Dorchester Hotel, The Covent Garden Hotel London, and other London hotels.

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