As a solo traveller, you have all the flexibility in the world. Check out lesser-known London attractions, join a tour to discover hidden gems, or splash out on a night out for one—you decide.

The Postal Museum celebrates the world’s first social network—the mail service—with 500 years of postal artifacts. And no, it is not all about postage stamps here, as you are just as likely to stumble upon other gems, including cryptic Victorian Valentine cards and a gold Olympic post box. 

Did you know that being a postman was once a high-risk occupation? Emerge from your visit with newfound respect for the heroic post boys of the past, who braved blistering storms while fending off attacks from robbers—all in the name of delivering mail to their rightful recipients.

Get directions to The Postal Museum (20-minute tube ride from Pan Pacific London)

After your visit to The Postal Museum, take a four-minute walk to reach the Charles Dickens Museum. Initially a London journalist, Charles Dickens later found acclaim with his stories such as Nicholas Nickleby and Oliver Twist—and he moved into his home at this very location in 1837.

Today, the Charles Dickens Museum has amassed a vast collection of about 100,000 pieces—including letters, clothes, and furniture—to give visitors a glimpse into the illustrious author’s life. The museum is definitely worth a visit if you are a fan of classic literature, or are simply curious about middle-class life in Victorian London.

Get directions to Charles Dickens Museum (20-minute tube ride from Pan Pacific London)

If you want to go on the hunt for some of the best street art in the world, head to Shoreditch, which is filled with creativity and features distinctive artwork that you will not find anywhere else. This well-known street art neighbourhood features work by contemporary British artists such as Banksy, Camille Walala and Mr Cenz. 

You can use a Shoreditch street art guide to track down the artworks on your own, or join a tour to enjoy rich insights from a local expert. Have more time to spare? Visit nearby neighbourhoods Brick Lane and Hackney Wick to admire the artworks there too.

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Home to the City of London Corporation’s art collection, the Guildhall Art Gallery features a modest collection of around 4,500 works—perfect for a short visit. Here, you will find art dating back to the late 1600s, but art enthusiasts recommend devoting your attention to the pieces from the Victorian era.

A bonus for history buffs: While at the Guildhall Art Gallery, you can also view the remains of an amphitheatre, constructed when London was under Roman rule, so be sure not to miss it.

Get directions to Guildhall Art Gallery (12-minute walk from Pan Pacific London)

The London Walks are a fun way to meet new friends, especially if you join the popular themed walks dedicated to The Beatles or Jack the Ripper. They are a fantastic way to discover a different side to London, learn about the city's history and meet new people along the way.

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