Guest post by lloyd John<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

London, without a doubt, is one of the best cities to visit in the world. From its diverse culture to it\u2019s amazing food and entertainment, there are so many things to see and do here that a weekend visit just won\u2019t cut it! If you accept the challenged to experience the Capital of the UK in anything less than a week, then you\u2019ll certainly have your work cut out for you.<\/p>\n

Competing with the millions of other tourists that visit London every year, you\u2019ll have to fight your way through the loud crowds of Oxford Street to access the historic cobbled streets of this fantastic city. Not only are they excellent transport links in the centre of London, but there are so a variety of free-entry monuments and historical sites to entertain you during your stay. Let\u2019s take a look at the top things to do in London in less than 24 hours!<\/p>\n

Renting A Bike<\/h2>\n

Although many motorists think otherwise, the city of London is actually a cyclist\u2019s paradise, and there are a number of places that you can visit by bike. Over the past few years, and mostly down to Mayor Boris Johnson, cycling in the capital has skyrocketed in popularity, with new bike lanes cropping up all over the place. Furthermore, because of the success of the London Olympics<\/a> in 2012, the government has pumped a lot of money into developing the sport of cycling for younger generations.<\/p>\n

By renting a bike from a variety of locations across the city, you\u2019ll be able to see the amazing sights of London while you navigate the busy streets. Cycling around the city also offers sightseeing at your own pace, unlike tours where you\u2019re usually pushed for time. As night time descends on London, the streets and monuments are spectacularly lit up, meaning you can still carry on your bike tour into the night. Look for the Santander bikes<\/a> or\u00a0 signage to your nearest cycling terminal, and you\u2019ll be able to get on your way in a matter of minutes!<\/p>\n

The London Eye<\/h2>\n

Take your time to cycle up the south bank of the Thames, because once you get to the London, you\u2019re going to have your breath taken away! Standing at over 400 feet, and taking around 30 minutes to complete a full turn, the London Eye<\/a> one of the best ways to see the city in all its glory, and if offers a view of the history city monuments like no other.<\/p>\n