Things to do with the parents in London

While travelling solo or with friends is always fun, doing it with your parents can be an equally exciting experience. If you are visiting a city like London for the first time it is all the more special a trip and helps to reinforce the bond with them. You can get a whole new set of opinions about the place from someone that is wiser with experience. You would probably do something which you may have not done with friends or when you visit London alone.

When it comes to selecting a hotel in town, the best location is the city centre. Accommodation in Paddington in London is ideal both in terms of price and position, as it is in close proximity to the best shopping, entertainment and dining spots in the city. The Park Grand Paddington Hotel is among the best boutique luxury hotels near Paddington Station.

Some of the fun things to do with your parents in town could include:

*Book a ride on the London Eye: *

Another fabulous way to enjoy an aerial view of the city is by taking a ride on the London Eye. One of the most popular attractions in London, it is best to make your ticket bookings in advance, if you want to beat the long queues of people to buy tickets. It travels at a very leisurely pace and takes 30-minutes to complete a single revolution. You could make the experience extra special by booking them on the VIP Experience package where they will be served champagne or wine with chocolates.

*Watch a West End show: *

London is home to the world-famous West End popular for its excellent theatrical productions and Broadway-style musicals. There are shows covering every genre of entertainment from romance to Shakespearean classics, contemporary productions to comedy. Take your pick from the genre that your parents will enjoy and book tickets to the show. Enjoy a fine night out at the West End and after the show treat them to a fancy dinner at any of the upscale restaurants in nearby China Town.

See the city from the River Thames:

While taking a guided bus tour is a fantastic way to familiarise oneself with the city and its myriad of attractions, there is another alternative way to view the sights of London. The London Duck tours are a fun way to see the best attractions from the Thames River. There is the Pirate Treasure Hunt tour that covers the major tourist spots along with hunting a series of clues to hidden treasure. Then there is the Classic Tour that covers the most important attractions in central London including Westminster Abbey, The Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.

Get an aerial view of London:

If you would like to get a bird’s eye view of the city, one of the best ways to accomplish this is to get aboard a helicopter and enjoy a thrilling ride over the city. The rides are conducted by the London Helicopter Company and are the only authorised operators to offer helicopter tours over the city. The ides are conducted for groups of up to 6 persons on board. Definitely a heady experience that your parents will come to appreciate.