Greenwich Tops for 2012

posted by Sophie Morris

London’s Greenwich has been named one of the top ten go-to destinations for 2012, by the upmarket travel guide Frommer’s.

With the Olympics on the horizon, our capital city is already a big tourist draw next year. As Greenwich is one of the designated host boroughs for the games, it has come under the spotlight.

Travel experts have realised how much the leafy, grand area, a former naval centre, has to offer visitors.

A number of popular Olympic events including equestrian events, shooting and the modern pentathlon will be held in Greenwich Park.

It is also to be named a royal borough next year, which will add to its pulling potential.

“Our annual list draws from our individual local knowledge, passion and expertise,” said Mark Henshall, one of the guide’s editors, “and is a great resource for travellers searching for their next extraordinary getaway.”

Greenwich certainly promises to be an extraordinary getaway, but is 2012 the right time to encourage more visitors to London if they are not travelling for the Olympics themselves?

Most people are now looking forward to a fantastic games and a celebratory summer, but with existing London residents, competitors and Olympic tourists, the city is set to be full to bursting.

Various tube and rail upgrades have been taking place over the past years to accommodate these many extra passengers, but I’m not sure the city can cope with even more tourists flocking to London just for a glimpse of Greenwich, lovely though it is.

Have you been to Greenwich? Would you travel to London during the Olympics if you didn’t have tickets? Share your thoughts below

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