Lesson: Go to (verb)+ing

[english grammar man]

Yesterday, I went to shopping. <-- Incorrect grammar

I'm sure it's quite easy for native English speakers to realise that the above grammar is incorrect. However, it's a common mistake amongst those learning English.

• We use "go to" when we are talking about visiting a particular place.
  Eg: Yesterday, I went to Disneyland.

• When we are talking about an activity, not a place, we don't use "to".
  Eg: I'm going camping next weekend.

• NOTE: You don't use "to" with abroad.
  Eg: Last year I went abroad.