Luton: Best Things to Do
SIGHTSEEING
Thirty miles northwest of Central London, Luton grew dramatically in the 20th century. The city center is filled with functional architecture. Most travelers heading to Luton will pass through the Luton Library Theatre, a place where you can watch shows performance. But there are surprising numbers to see and do in the city and surrounding countryside.
Luton Library Theater
DOWNTOWN
The two main parks Stockwood and Wardown have stunning museums. Luton is also right below the northeastern cliffs of Chiltern Hill. It's near Whipsnade, one of the best zoos in the country. A few miles to Dunstable Downs is the largest zoo in England. The Whipsnade Zoo is owned by ZSL (Zoological Society of London), a non-profit organization engaged in animal conservation around the world. More than a dozen zones, Whipsnade has cheetahs, Indian rhinos, birds from all over the world, swarms of nine Asian elephants, sea lions, African lions, African hunting dogs, and new butterfly houses, containing cute Atlas moths.
Whipsnade Zoo
SHOPPING
Kashmir Jewelers specializes in unique designs and bridal jewelry services. This shop offers jewelry repairs on site including the installation of cubic stones. T Heart & Co Jewelers is a Luxury Watch & Jewelery Boutique located in Luton, UK. All services come with a one-year warranty after completion. They sell and enhance luxury watches.
Kashmir Jewelers
T Heart & Co Jewelers
FOOD & DRINK
From Gastro to healthy, delicious meals to fast food. Count the minutes for your next meal and walk smiling for the rest of the day. You will be happy to know that Luton, yes Luton, is the dream of every culinary lover.
CULTURE
The culture in Luton can be found from its buildings and the numerous attractions throughout the city. English is the most language they speak in Luton.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit Luton in England is from may until October, when you will have a soft or pleasant temperature and limited rainfall.
HOTEL
Holiday Inn Express in Luton has three conference rooms that can comfortably accommodate up to 4 people for small meetings and interviews. You can book one of the hotel packages for a better stay. Guests can enjoy a variety of delicious foods, including soups, pizzas and burgers, all day at their Express Cafe & Bar. Hilton Garden Inn in Luton North is a 3-star hotel with a quiet environment far from the city center. The Pavilion Restaurant at the hotel is a brasserie-style restaurant that serves daily specials and various international dishes.
Holiday Inn Express Luton
Hilton Garden Inn in Luton
RESTAURANT
La Trattoria - Bute Street, is a piece of Italy in Luton and a hidden gem that is loved by locals. Once you enter, the cobbled streets of Italy is where you can easily imagine you sitting in the dining rooms of Signor Michael and Signora Agnes. Nakorn Thai Restaurant is known as the Land of Smiles (Thailand), Nakorn has brought their warm and friendly nature to Luton. When you enter, you will be enchanted by the exotic aroma that creeps up from the kitchen and the warm welcome you receive from the restaurant family.
La Trattoria - Bute Street
Nakorn Thai Restaurant
CAFE
Aunte Anne’s Café Luton, you can count the ingredients in a hand-held snack in one hand and that's how snacking should be. Their soft pretzels are made with delicious dough, twisted and baked until golden brown on the spot. Costa Coffee offers authentic Italian coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and frescato. Enjoy a variety of hot and cold sandwiches in special breads and indulgent cakes and cakes.
Aunte Anne’s Café Luton
Costa
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Frog & Rhubarb Pub is a spacious spacious pub with popular English food & a full bar, with outdoor seating facilities. They have a variety of beers and wines from all over the world. While compromising the great atmosphere and comfort of a more conventional pub, this bar area has a light and airy atmosphere. The Red Lion Pub is centrally located in the heart of downtown Luton, making it a fantastic location for those who want to stay downtown. Their pub is only a five-minute walk from the Luton train station & 10 minutes by car from Luton Airport. Free parking services are also available for all their guests. They have 17 rooms with twin, single and double choices depending on your needs.
Frog & Rhubarb Pub
Red Lion Pub
INTERESTING PLACE
The Luton Library Theater was originally opened in 1962 as a college theater, gradually turning into a performance theater. Known as a small and intimate theater, this theater has provided a series of exceptionally high-quality performances, from small amateur groups to nationally famous companies! Major repairs are underway in 2009, the Luton Library Theater now has more modern seating, a refurbishment at the front and an entirely new cafe! Although it has been restored and renewed many times over the centuries, the Church of St. Mary is more than 850 years old and considered one of the best examples of medieval architecture in England! Other parts of the church were added later, such as bell towers added at the beginning of the 20th century.
Luton Library Theater
Church of St. Mary
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
A perfect place for dog walkers and families with young children is Wrest Park. This park covers an area of 37 hectares in rural Bedfordshire and is managed by English Heritage because the rural area includes a beautiful Grade I listed building at its center. With lots of wildlife to interact and take pictures, these parks are beautifully preserved paradise so you can spend all day exploring, with its various paths and burning energy. This Scheduled Ancient Monument is located near Luton and was built in the 15th century. Apparently its creator, Sir John Wenlock, still haunts the ruins of Someries Castle to this day. What makes Someries Castle special is that it is considered one of the first brick houses in England!
Someries Castle
