Culture

Live London like a local

Noteworthy for: With over 300 languages spoken, there's not one single idea of what a London local is, but a multitude of different cultures and characters that make the city.
1. Get out of the city centre
Many tourists head straight to Piccadilly Circus. London’s most authentic and rewarding attractions are away from the central tourist traps.
2. Drinking
Brits are famed for their booze binges, and depending on where you come from, the sight of drunken gaggles falling out of clubs may seem disturbing. It is however, very much part of British culture, and if you want to bond with the locals, the best place to do it is in a pub over a pint… or five.

3. Sex
London is probably one of the most liberal and tolerant cities in the world. Whatever your sexual orientation, it is unlikely anyone will bat an eyelid let alone pass judgment, and there are clubs catering to every preference or whim.

4. Don’t talk to strangers
Well, do, as you never know who can impart an interesting gem of information, but don’t be surprised if Londoner’s greet friendliness with suspicion. People keep their eyes to themselves on public transport and aren’t enthusiastic about entering into conversation. Of course, there are rewarding exceptions.