London trip with older in-laws
Discussion
We’re treating the in-laws to a weekend in London and I’m looking for some alternate suggestions to ‘the usual’.
They are in early 70’s and although still active, aren’t really for mad treks all over the place.
Prior to retirement they were well-off and enjoyed stays at the Mandarin, shopping in Knightsbridge and things of that nature.
This time they’re staying at the Langham, we’ve a meal booked at the original Ivy but other than that nothing planned (they are seeing a show by themselves).
I’m thinking a boat trip to Greenwich and cable car over the water taking in docklands museum but other than I’m a bit stumped.
My own London pleasure is just about exploring and taking in the atmosphere.
All suggestions welcome!
They are in early 70’s and although still active, aren’t really for mad treks all over the place.
Prior to retirement they were well-off and enjoyed stays at the Mandarin, shopping in Knightsbridge and things of that nature.
This time they’re staying at the Langham, we’ve a meal booked at the original Ivy but other than that nothing planned (they are seeing a show by themselves).
I’m thinking a boat trip to Greenwich and cable car over the water taking in docklands museum but other than I’m a bit stumped.
My own London pleasure is just about exploring and taking in the atmosphere.
All suggestions welcome!
The cable car and boat trip is a fantastic morning out.
I personally wouldn't bother with the docklands museum as it means splitting the journey.
I would start with the cable car notch to South and that means the DLR which can be interesting. Then eat in the dome and get the river bus backing town. I would suggest getting off at any of the stops, perhaps the one by Tate Modern which is a great place to its.
I personally wouldn't bother with the docklands museum as it means splitting the journey.
I would start with the cable car notch to South and that means the DLR which can be interesting. Then eat in the dome and get the river bus backing town. I would suggest getting off at any of the stops, perhaps the one by Tate Modern which is a great place to its.
Been some good suggestions so far.
The Ned for drinks/champagne/cocktails is excellent.
Battersea power station is both great and a bit of a let down. The building and the restoration is epic, and well worth visiting and for a wander around. But once inside you will realise it is just a small shopping centre with not much of interest. Lift 109 might be worth a look through. Battersea worth doing as it's so quick to get to.
Afternoon tea goes without saying really. Ritz, Savoy, Claridges, Fortnums, Dorchester etc. Take your pick.
My other suggestion would be The Shard or the Sky Garden. I know it's a cliche, but they probably haven't experienced views like that before, and the experience is pretty amazing, especially at View From The Shard.
Also, highly recommended is The Connaught Bar. My parents are in their 70's and they absolutely love it.
The Ned for drinks/champagne/cocktails is excellent.
Battersea power station is both great and a bit of a let down. The building and the restoration is epic, and well worth visiting and for a wander around. But once inside you will realise it is just a small shopping centre with not much of interest. Lift 109 might be worth a look through. Battersea worth doing as it's so quick to get to.
Afternoon tea goes without saying really. Ritz, Savoy, Claridges, Fortnums, Dorchester etc. Take your pick.
My other suggestion would be The Shard or the Sky Garden. I know it's a cliche, but they probably haven't experienced views like that before, and the experience is pretty amazing, especially at View From The Shard.
Also, highly recommended is The Connaught Bar. My parents are in their 70's and they absolutely love it.
Mont Blanc said:
Been some good suggestions so far.
The Ned for drinks/champagne/cocktails is excellent.
Battersea power station is both great and a bit of a let down. The building and the restoration is epic, and well worth visiting and for a wander around. But once inside you will realise it is just a small shopping centre with not much of interest. Lift 109 might be worth a look through. Battersea worth doing as it's so quick to get to.
Afternoon tea goes without saying really. Ritz, Savoy, Claridges, Fortnums, Dorchester etc. Take your pick.
My other suggestion would be The Shard or the Sky Garden. I know it's a cliche, but they probably haven't experienced views like that before, and the experience is pretty amazing, especially at View From The Shard.
Also, highly recommended is The Connaught Bar. My parents are in their 70's and they absolutely love it.
Mrs Fungle and I stayed at The Ned back in June and TBH, I was a bit disappointed. It's a lovely building and the foyer is stunning but I was miffed that the rooftop is almost inaccessible unless you are suitably as you say, orange. The Ned for drinks/champagne/cocktails is excellent.
Battersea power station is both great and a bit of a let down. The building and the restoration is epic, and well worth visiting and for a wander around. But once inside you will realise it is just a small shopping centre with not much of interest. Lift 109 might be worth a look through. Battersea worth doing as it's so quick to get to.
Afternoon tea goes without saying really. Ritz, Savoy, Claridges, Fortnums, Dorchester etc. Take your pick.
My other suggestion would be The Shard or the Sky Garden. I know it's a cliche, but they probably haven't experienced views like that before, and the experience is pretty amazing, especially at View From The Shard.
Also, highly recommended is The Connaught Bar. My parents are in their 70's and they absolutely love it.
Good shout on the Sky Garden as we've previously dined in the Shard so I know they appreciate a good view.
The main problem is that they are somehow both very open-minded about what they do but also incredibly hard to please
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