This multi-multi-million-pound paean to the black stuff, where Guinness disciples can make pilgrimage, has been on the capital's horizon for what seems like an era. The project has been tantalisingly dangled as an opening for some years, then delayed umpteen times, because, quite understandably, erecting a purpose-built, gargantuan, multi-floor Willy Wonka's Booze Factory in the West End of London for a corporate behemoth is no easy feat.
I don't have kids yet, but every time my siblings visit me from Las Vegas, I'm reminded of how difficult it is to keep teenagers entertained (and off their phones). But it sounds like your boys have some cool interests. We've put together a few mini itineraries in different neighborhoods. You won't be able to cover them all in one day, so choose your own adventure.
The best vacations feel like stumbling into a home away from home. These destinations inspire you to roam beyond tourist traps in search of even better spots beloved by locals, and leave you searching for real estate on the flight back. They brim with one-of-a-kind character and are packed with with plenty to do: world-class food scenes, charming downtowns, outdoor adventures, scenic beaches, and beyond.