White Chapel, Soho, and Tea Time in London

For a long weekend, we went to London. However, on our way to the airport, we were worried whether we would arrive before the flight: The trains were either canceled or delayed by at least 30 minutes, so we decided to try taking the bus instead. Although it takes a bit longer, it should take us directly to the airport. After a stop at a bus station, unfortunately, it wouldn't start again, and we were stuck there for so long that we began calling taxi companies - but unfortunately, they all had no available vehicles. Finally, the bus started again, and we were able to continue our journey, albeit with some delay. We were relieved when we finally arrived at the airport and quickly passed through security and passport control.

Then, after another delay, we finally headed to London, where we first drove to our hotel 'The Chamberlain'.

First, we explored the area around 'White Chapel', where Jack the Ripper once roamed.

Today, there is an exciting mix of old and very modern (and high) architecture.

We walked down to the Thames and over the London Bridge.

There, we took a little round through Southwark.

To conclude, we visited the Gothic Southwark Cathedral.

Back at the hotel, we could then check into our room, where we took a short break before heading out again.

We headed to a café of the bakery Huffkins, where we had reserved a table for Afternoon Tea. With our tea, we received a well-stocked tiered stand with sandwiches, scones, and cakes.

Afterward, we felt a bit unwell and decided to take a little walk through the bustling Soho.

As with everywhere so far, it was crowded with people populating the pubs indoors and outdoors (despite the winter temperatures).

In the evening, we had bought tickets for the musical 'The Producers' at the Garrick Theatre.