More to see and do in London

I’m a lifelong Anglophile, a resident of London in the ‘80s and an enthusiastic visitor ever since, and Chris Erskine’s article was the best for a first-time visitor I’ve ever read [“A First-Timer’s Guide to London,” June 14]. Great advice -- it makes me want to get on a plane and visit again. I don’t believe he commented on lodging. There are several firms, including In the English Manner, which has an L.A. office, that represent flats to rent at fairly good prices.

David Grimes

Pasadena

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It’s impossible to summarize London in a single article, but Erskine did a good job. To his list of attractions, particularly for anyone with children or teens, I’d add the London Dungeon. It sounds hokey, but they’ve done a wonderful job of re-enacting the grim history of London crime. My teen loved it, especially the gift shop. The “ugh” factor is high, but you won’t find this stuff anywhere else. (How about a candle in the shape of a severed hand?)

Bonnie Sloane

Los Angeles

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Having returned from London two weeks ago, I enjoyed Erskine’s take on this wonderful destination. Here are my two additions to his list. Watch the changing of the guard, but avoid the crowds by watching the band march up the St. James Mall on their way to the palace. They play music along their march, and you have a front-row seat. No one else seems to know about this. My other tip is a hotel in Belgravia. The Lime Tree Hotel ( www.limetreehotel.com) is a gem. The wonderful proprietors even found a way for us to attend the sold-out Chelsea Flower Show.

Pam Sunderman

Newport Coast