If you came to London to see more than just the Olympics, you may want to consider a day trip or two to some of the more popular points of interest in the London area. Your best bet is to book into a cheap hotel outside of the central area of London when you first arrive. Cheap hotels in London are high quality, but are usually just a bit further from the tourist areas. You can find a cheap hotels London very easily by just searching online. There are several sites that will help you find a good quality cheap hotel. Once you are settled in and have decided where in your itinerary you can spare a day or two to explore the region, you can get to the appropriate bus or train that will take you to your desired destination.

Windsor Castle is among one of the more popular side trips from London. It is the world's oldest and largest occupied castle. The impressive fortification of the walls adds depth to the castle's structure. Some things to see include: the Changing of the Guard, St George's Chapel, and State Apartments. You will also want to see the small quaint town that has slowly built itself around the castle.

Another favourite destination is Stonehenge. It was constructed about five thousand years ago. There is a lot of mystery as to who built it and why. The surrounding area is full of prehistoric mounds and carvings. Set in a barren plain near Salisbury, Stonehenge captures will capture your imagination.

Another place to go is the town of Bath. A beautiful town, Bath is well known for its' Georgian Architecture and its' streets. You can take pictures of the Pulteney Bridge which was modelled after another bridge in Florence, the Ponte Vecchio. Finally, pay a visit to the Roman Baths.

Oxford is a university town of the highest calibre. It has the oldest English University and many of the buildings are steeped in history. Walk through the many courtyards that have been treaded upon by many well known scholars, intellectuals and celebrities. Or visit Christ Church and the Bodleian Library.

Stratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare. You can visit his home that goes back to the period of the Tudor family. Nearby, is the area known the Cotwolds where you will see thatched-roof cottages and quaint inns.

If you want to see a medieval fortress, then visit Warwick Castle. With tremendous towers and ramparts that are very well preserved, you will feel as though you have travelled back in time. Cross the footbridge, visit the dungeons, and climb the spiral staircase to the Princess Tower. Afterward you can stroll through the gardens. In the summer, you can see displays of archery, jousting and even falconry.

There is an endless list of places to see and because England is so small, you can make a day trip to just about any place. You can also find packages online that combine several points of interest in one tour. The entire trip will bring you back the same day and the cost is around what you might save from a single night at a cheap hotel.