Performances by renowned artists – musicians, dancers, movies – are conducted in landmarks of London that are works of art and have tales to tell themselves, like Livery Company Halls and St Paul’s Cathedral. There is always plenty on offer during the City of London Festival, no matter what your taste is. Whether it be classical music – which, admittedly, is the focus – or jazz or opera, visitors will find performances which enthrall and soothe the soul. Awe-inspiring venues like the imposing, but comforting churches of London, or the charming, bustling open spaces like the Guildhall Yard, Finsbury Circus Gardens or Liverpool Street Station can be chosen to indulge in these aesthetic masterpieces.

Performances will not only be by professionals. Art’s future is provided for, with children from secondary and primary schools around London given opportunities to take part in programs that lets them grow as individuals and as artists.

The main aim of the City of London Festival is to revive as much interest as possible in the arts, and so depends mainly on the sponsorship for money. From 2004, every year, there have even been a series of free winter concerts. Thankfully, the City of London Corporation recognizes the importance of the festival and not only supports the Festival, but has also garnered for it the support of many companies through its links within the Square Mile.

The City of London Festival does pay tribute to the rich artistic tribute of England, but in the last few years, the Festival has celebrated other countries and their cultures, like the Dutch in 2005, the Japanese in 2006 and the French in 2007.

The City of London Festival celebrates and commemorates epoch marking events in the history of the country, as well, like the 200th anniversary of the official abolition of slave trade in England. It celebrates the best in man, the best that comes out of tradition, while welcoming new and enriching experiences, making it one of the most remarkable of its kind in the world.

When attending the City of London Festival, visitors should plan in advance to book accommodation earlier, as the city tends to be very crowded during the event, with many travelers coming from around the world to witness the much celebrated festival. A myriad of London serviced apartments are available in the city, providing the utmost in comfort and convenience. These serviced residences in London are the ideal place to relax in after an eventful day out at the City of London festival.