If you are interested in the arts, then London has to be the place to be. London has more free galleries than anywhere else in the UK, and on top of that many of these galleries probably rank among the best in the country.

First off there is the National Gallery. This place is famous the world over, and it seems to me to be a miracle that entry is gratis. The same goes for both the Tate Modern and the Tate British. Both galleries hold extraordinarily beautiful pieces of work, yet you can see then for not a penny.

Beyond galleries, London is a creative centre for music. There is live, original music being played in bars all across the city on every night of the week. Whether you are north or south of the river there will always be something to see within a couple of mile radius of you.

On top of that London seems to be a haven for touring bands, perhaps knowing that they will get a great reception from a knowledgeable audience in the capital.

The city is also brilliantly catered for when it comes to Musicals and Stage shows. London has a momentous theatrical history, and as lot of the old theatres are still going today. The theatres are still incredibly popular, as shown by the recent lion king show which appears to be breaking all box office records. It is a remake of the Disney Lion King Cartoon, and people are seeing it by the bucket load.

Get to London if you have any interest in the arts, because the choices here are second to none.