5 ways our app will help you have the best vacation

We’re not biased or anything… but if you need a little more convincing, let’s break it down and see what the Go City app can do.

By Selina Whitby
Published: February 28, 2025
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It plans your whole itinerary for you 

Go City app with trip planner

Yes, really. Got a vague idea of where you want to go, but no idea how to make it happen? That’s where the app’s Trip Planner tool comes in. Enter the dates you’re travelling, your starting point, select the attractions you want to see and – ta da – it works out the best route for you to tick off all your favourites, complete with directions. 

It shows you hidden gems and little-known sights 

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While you’re browsing attractions in the Trip Planner tool, you can click on each one to find out all the essential details. You’ve probably heard of London’s big-name sights like the Tower of London and View from the Shard, but there are plenty of lesser-known attractions that show a different side to the city. Discover them all in the app – you can use the filters to find anything you’re interested in, from foodie tours to historic sights. 

It stores your passes (and you can buy more too) 

London Pass QR code in app

Once you’ve got your London Pass – and if you don’t have one already, quick grab one here – you can sync it to the Go City app. Then, when you’re ready to start sightseeing, show your pass at the attraction entrance to be scanned for entry. There’s no need for separate tickets, you can just scan and go. All your passes will be kept in one place for ease of use, and if you want to purchase more – you can do that right in the app. 

It lets you make bookings 

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There are some attractions you can turn up to (particularly in low season) and some that need a reservation. Many of these bookings can be made in the app with Go City’s reservations portal. Once you’ve created your Trip Planner itinerary, you’ll see a ‘book now’ button next to the attractions you can reserve right in the app. We really do make it as easy as possible for you! 

It features loads of different cities    

Finished exploring one city? Why not plan your trip to the next or start gathering inspiration? Take your pick from over 25 cities and explore the attractions available in each. You can create sample itineraries for each one and save them all in the handy Trip Planner section. Perfect for if you’re hopping between cities on an epic road trip (or let this be an excuse to plan one today)! 


Enjoyed this? Read 4 days in London for some itinerary inspiration or must-see London attractions and sights. 

 

Selina Whitby
Content Lead

Selina is a copywriter and seasoned backpacker who has visited over 50 countries if you count Vatican City, which she does. Her most memorable travel experiences include tubing in Vang Vieng, doing New Zealand’s Nevis Bungee with a fear of heights, and taking a nine-hour flight with a toddler. On her bucket list is Rio Carnival in Brazil, walking the Camino de Santiago, and flying First Class (when she wins the EuroMillions).

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Unique things to do in London

London’s best-kept secrets revealed, discover top unique things to do in London Explore some of London’s best kept secrets and discover a part of the capital that isn’t widely known. London’s best kept secrets are the key into the exclusive past that London has to offer, that only the locals know. So if you get time head down to some of these ‘off the beaten tourist track’ landmarks and locations for a secret slice of London. Six Secrets of London:   1. Lighthouse at Trinity Buoy Wharf In the borough of Tower Hamlets, London’s only lighthouse is hidden away on Trinity Buoy Wharf. No longer a functioning lighthouse, it is used as an exhibition and information centre featuring the works of Michael Faraday with the contemporary art piece, Longplayer. You can also see the Alunatime tidal powered clock and the contemporary studios at Container City. 64 Orchard Place, London, E14 0JY If you like London attractions on the water, why not try our Thames River Cruise? 2. St. Bartholomew the Great Founded in 1123 as an Augustinian Priory, St Bart’s Church is London’s oldest church nestled in the financial heart of the City. The church is esteemed for its architecture, preaching and music, and is so special that it has even been featured in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Shakespeare in Love and The Other Boleyn Girl. Definitely worth a visit even if it’s just for the film references! Cloth Fair, London, EC1A 7JQ Explore the area and visit the nearby Museum of London.   3. Viaduct Tavern Built on the site of Newgate Prison, this pub was originally founded as a gin palace in the Victorian times. Now, the Viaduct Tavern stands proud in and amongst some of London’s most popular attractions; the Monument, The Old Bailey and Smithfield Meat Market.  This old pub is truly one of London’s most traditional – it even features the old period furniture and a booth for the old Victorian landlady! The Viaduct Tavern, 126 Newgate Street, London, EC1A 7AA Head down the road to the Monument, a mere stone’s throw away, to take in the panoramic views of the city from its viewing gallery.   4. Kyoto Garden Within Holland Park, discover Japan in the form of lush green shrubs, running water and carp koi. This Japanese designed garden was gifted to London by a celebrated landscape gardener after the Japan Festival in 1992. Now Kyoto Garden is a sanctuary of peace and tranquillity in central London; the perfect place to take a break and escape from it all! High Street Kensington, W8 Stroll along to Kensington Palace and scan your London Pass to gain access to into the exhibition and state apartments to admire the royal luxuries within central London. 5. Richmond Park If you didn’t think you could get the country feel in London, think again. Richmond Park is the perfect location to experience London at its greenest. At the end of the District Line in South West London, Richmond Park is the largest royal park in London. Spanning nearly 1000 hectares it is home to around 630 deer and blossoming plantations. Richmond, Greater London, TW10 5HS Travel out further west and hop on a South West train (included in your Travelcard) to visit Windsor Castle for more breath-taking views of historic England. 6.Cabmens Shelters There are thirteen green Cabmens Shelters left in London, dotted around London as Grade II listed buildings. These shelters were set up in 1875 for cab men as a sort of ‘drive-thru’ to have a warm meal without having to park their cabs. These shelters still stand around London, parked at the original taxi spots. Find them at Embankment, Hanover Square, Kensington Road and Warwick Avenue and see if you can count all thirteen! If you head to Warwick Avenue, jump on Jason’s Original Canal Boat to chug your way along the tranquil canals of London up to Camden Lock and through Regent’s Park, included with a London Pass.  
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