Areas to consider
- South Kensington: museums and family-friendly options; excellent transport.
- Bloomsbury: central and walkable for major sights; garden squares.
- Greenwich: parks, views and river links; good for families.
Transport & access
- Contactless/Oyster; Zones 1–2 cover most first-time trips.
- Check step-free access; some stations lack lifts.
- Consider quiet-hour rules and building concierge times.
Property types
Period flats (mind the stairs), modern apartments with lifts, and family houses in outer zones. Confirm pram storage, lift size and noise expectations.