‘When you’re tired of London, you’re tired of life,’ said the writer Samuel Johnson in 1777. Today, almost 250 years later, that’s still the case. From the world’s best museums and galleries to miles of parks and open spaces. From Michelin starred restaurants to pop-ups, world-class sporting venues to quiet canalside walks. London has it all. So read on as we guide you through the best places to visit for food, entertainment, shopping, sport, study and more.

• Go exploring

Starting university is a big step. Whether you’re moving to London for the first time or live just down the road from us, there are a lot of things to get ready. We want the beginning of your journey at King’s to run smoothly, which is why we’ve created these step-by-step guides. They’ll help you take care of things like online enrolment, collecting your ID card and attending academic induction, giving you one less reason to forget your toothbrush.

• What to do before you arrive
• What to do once you arrive