In many ways, London is a man's city. From its exceptional tailors that cut the slickest suits to its many old-school pubs filled to the brim with bourbon and whiskey, men will definitely enjoy their time here. This can include your dad if you take him here on Father's Day too! What an adventure it'd be if you spend Father's Day weekend in London with your best man. You can do all sorts of things, such as getting a tailored suit, going to a pub, seeing where Sherlock Holmes lived, and even trying the eating challenges here. If you have the time and energy, you can do even more!
Visit Buckingham Palace
As cliche as it is, no visit to London, especially if it's your (and/or your dad's) first time in the city, is complete without seeing Buckingham Palace. Home to the monarch that rules over Great Britain and the British Commonwealth, the prestige and power it represents is out of this world. Even if you think that monarchy is an outdated concept that belongs in the bygone eras, the overall majesty of the palace will still take your breath away. And after reveling in its opulent splendor, you can always rest and relax in many of the fine
restaurants near Buckingham Palace.
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Get A Tailored Suit
If you have all the money in the world, what would you give your dad on Father's Day? Since you're already in London, why not a tailored suit?
London's men's tailors are some of the finest in the world. They practically pioneer and define the craft, setting the standards of what it means to make the best clothes out there. And if there's one thing a man will always need in his wardrobe, it's a good suit. So since you're celebrating your old man on his special day, he deserves only the best of the best, right?
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Try The Eating Challenges
Both you and your dad already know that London is one of the main food capitals in the world, right? Home to countless
Michelin-starred restaurants, the entire city is foodie central. In fact, if you spend the entire Father's Day Weekend just moving from one culinary hotspot to another, it'd still be a worthwhile holiday celebration. So why not make it more exciting? Such as taking on any of London's famous eating challenges, perhaps? From epic challenge burgers to two-foot sausage rolls, there are many places in the city that will have you and your dad eating like there's no tomorrow! And you'll surely love every minute of it!
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See Where Sherlock Holmes Lived
Like many boys who grew up in the 20th century, there's a good chance that your old man is a fan of Sherlock Holmes. The world-famous detective has appeared in
countless movie and TV adaptations over the years. There's no way you nor your dad haven't heard of him. And if he (or both of you) is a fan of the iconic detective, then you'd do well to take him to the character's famous address: 221B Baker Street. Yes, it is in fact, a real address. Located in the Marylebone district of London, it's become a museum dedicated to Sherlock and his fascinating adventures.
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Live Like A Spy
From one iconic British character to another, ever wondered what it'd be like to live like James Bond? This is another fictional man that your dad definitely knows about. And like many men of his generation, there might've even been a time when he idolized 007 as well. So what better way to spend Father's Day weekend in Paris than taking on the Weekend Spy Experience? Including James Bond tours London, you can check out museums, luxury hotels, and
bars that he would have visited if he were real. Sounds pretty exciting, doesn't it?
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Check Out Churchill’s War Rooms
If your dad is a history buff, then London really is the place for him. Both of you can spend the entire Father's Day weekend checking out some of the most historic spots in the British capital. And while you're at it, don't overlook Churchill’s War Rooms! Located beneath the bustling Westminster
district in London, this was the place where the historic prime minister worked day and night during the Second World War. It also served as his shelter when the city was bombed multiple times during the war. As such, you'll definitely feel some type of way as you tour its slightly eerie but historic walls.
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Go Bar-Hopping
The fact that your dad is still able to travel with you all the way to London means that he still has a lot of youthful energy in him, right? In that case, take him out on the town in the British capital! The city is also known for its incredible nightlife, ranging from old-school pubs that have been around for centuries to lively nightclubs where you might even spot a celebrity or two. There's no way your dad won't enjoy his time hopping from one hotspot to the next. And if you brought your mom along too, they can dance the whole night away!
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Read & Drink At The Same Time
Speaking of bars, if your old man has reached a certain age, then perhaps the loud and lively hotspots aren't for him anymore. Instead, you can take him to any of the cool
library bars in London. In these sophisticated spaces, you can relish that old-school English elegance as you drink some centuries-old bourbon or whiskey. And of course, he can also enjoy some classic literature in between sips. You'll both feel like you're members of the aristocracy, which ought to be the feeling your dad has on Father's Day Weekend!
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There's probably no better place to spend Father's Day Weekend than in London. This is a man's city; a place where men can enjoy the finer things out there and just live their best lives! And doesn't your dad deserve that too on his special day?