Attractions and Things to do in London

Apsley House Apsley House, home of the first Duke of Wellington and his descendants, stands right in the heart of London at Hyde Park Corner. For over 200 years, this great metropolitan mansion has been known colloquially as 'Number 1 London', because it was the first house encountered after passing the tollgates at the top of Knightsbridge. Inside Apsley House you will see many aspects of the first duke's life and work, including his outstanding ...

Bank of England Museum The Bank of England Museum tells the story of the Bank of England from its foundation in 1694 to its role today as the United ...

Big Ben Big Ben in Westminster - The name Big Ben is often used to describe the tower, the clock and the bell but the name was first given to the Great Bell. There are 334 steps to the belfrey and a total of 393 to the lantern (the Ayrton Light). The Clock Tower was completed in 1859 and the Great Clock started on 31 May, with the Great Bell’s strikes heard for the first time on 11 July ...

Big Ben Big Ben in Westminster - The name Big Ben is often used to describe the tower, the clock and the bell but the name was first given to the Great Bell. There are 334 steps to the belfrey and a total of 393 to the lantern (the Ayrton Light). The Clock Tower was completed in 1859 and the Great Clock started on 31 May, with the Great Bell’s strikes heard for the first time on 11 July ...

Blenheim Palace Blenheim Palace is set within 2000 acres of beautiful parkland in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds and is a great day out. Blenheim Palace is a large and monumental country house situated in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England. Pronounced Blen-um. It is the only non-episcopal country house in England to hold the title "palace". The Palace, one of England's largest houses, was built between 1705 and circa 1724. It was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown, ...

Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. Although in use for the many official events and receptions held by The Queen, the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are open to visitors every year. Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms. These include 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices and 78 bathrooms. In measurements, the building is 108 ...

Changing of the Guard Changing of the Guard is a display of British ceremony - watch the Changing the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace. The changing of guard is where a member of Queen's Guards exchanges duty with the previous guard. Both guards are dressed in traditional red tunics and bearskin hats, and the ceremony is set to music.

HMS Belfast HMS Belfast in Tooley Street London is the largest surviving example of Britain’s 20th century naval power and she is now moored on the Thames between Tower and London Bridge. HMS Belfast is the first ship to be preserved for the nation since Nelson’s HMS Victory (portsmouth historic dockyard). Best known for her role during the 2nd World War in supporting the Allied troops on D-Day, HMS Belfast provides nine decks of history for visitors to explore. From the Captain’s ...

HMS Belfast HMS Belfast in Tooley Street London is the largest surviving example of Britain’s 20th century naval power and she is now moored on the Thames between Tower and London Bridge. HMS Belfast is the first ship to be preserved for the nation since Nelson’s HMS Victory (portsmouth historic dockyard). Best known for her role during the 2nd World War in supporting the Allied troops on D-Day, HMS Belfast provides nine decks of history for visitors to explore. From the Captain’s ...

Kew Palace Kew Palace one of the smallest and most intimate of the royal palaces located in the ground of Kew Gardens.  This four-storey brick house was built c. 1631 by Samuel Fortrey, a merchant of Dutch origin whose initials, together with those of his wife Catherine, can be seen above the entrance.  It is constructed of red bricks laid in a style known as Flemish bond, consisting of bricks arranged with sides and ends alternating. Visitor Notes Photogaphy ...

Legoland Windsor The entertainment is certainly hands-on at Lego Land Windsor. Children aged 3-12 can take to the road, soar through the skies and sail the seas in complete safety on any of our 50 interactive rides, live shows, building workshops, driving schools and attractions, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland. Legoland Windsor is a unique family theme park. Click To Book Your Lego Land Tickets

London Aquarium The SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to one of Europes largest collections of global marine life and the jewel in the crown of the 28 SEA LIFE attractions in the UK and Europe. Situated in the heart of London, the experience takes visitors on an immersive and interactive journey along the Great Oceanic Conveyor. The mysterious experience starts in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean. Along the journey, a stunning glass tunnel walkway offers guests an unforgettable experience ...

London Zoo With so much to see and do, a visit to ZSL London Zoo is the perfect day out for people of all ages. London Zoo has over 750 species of animal, from the smallest monkeys to the tall giraffes. Don’t miss gorilla kingdom. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the rainforest within a natural walk-through environment and get close to the majestic gorillas. Located in Regent's Park london zoo is one of the most famous of all London ...

Madame Tussauds London Madame Tussauds is a famous wax museum in London with branches in a number of major cities. It was set up by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud. Madame Tussaud's wax museum has now grown to become a major tourist attraction in London, incorporating (until recently where it has closed) the London Planetarium in its west wing. It has expanded with branches in Amsterdam, Berlin, Las Vegas, New York City, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Washington, D.C., with an additional ...

National Gallery The National Gallery in London displays Western European paintings from the period of 1250-1900.  The National Gallery houses the national collection of Western European painting from the 13th to the 19th centuries. It is on show 361 days a year, free of charge.  The Gallery aims to study and care for the collection, while encouraging the widest possible access to the pictures.

National Portrait Gallery The National Portrait Gallery was founded in 1856 to collect portraits of famous British men and women. Explore over 160,000 portraits from the 16th Century to the present day.  The National Portrait Gallery houses the world’s largest collection of personalities and faces, from the late Middle Ages to the present day. Visitors come face to face with the people who have shaped British history from kings and queens to musicians and film stars.

Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum is one of three large museums on Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London (the others are the Science Museum, and the Victoria and Albert Museum). Its main frontage is on Cromwell Road. The museum is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Natural History Museum is home to life and earth science specimens comprising some 70 million items within five main collections: Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Palaeontology and Zoology. ...

Paradise Wildlife Park Located in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, Paradise Wildlife Park offers the opportunity to explore the exotic world of animals as diverse as zebras, big cats, monkeys, birds and reptiles.  Unlike other zoos, Paradise Park allows you to touch and feed many of the animals in its collection – a feature that families with younger children will particularly enjoy. There are three themed adventure playgrounds, childrens rides, indoor soft play areas – don’t forget to bring socks as children cannot play ...

Royal Air Force Museum Located at the famous site of the London Aerodrome former RAF airfield in Hendon, London - the RAF Museum houses a comprehensive collection of well presented aircraft which were operated by, or associated with, the Royal Air Force. In addition to the main Historic Hangars exhibition, there are halls devoted to the Battle of Britain and Bomber Command.  This world-class collection of over 100 aircraft, aviation and wartime memorabilia offers a fun day out for all the family.

Royal Air Force Museum Located at the famous site of the London Aerodrome former RAF airfield in Hendon, London - the RAF Museum houses a comprehensive collection of well presented aircraft which were operated by, or associated with, the Royal Air Force. In addition to the main Historic Hangars exhibition, there are halls devoted to the Battle of Britain and Bomber Command.  This world-class collection of over 100 aircraft, aviation and wartime memorabilia offers a fun day out for all the family.

Royal Albert Hall The Royal Albert Hall was Opened in 1871 and the venue in London is one of the capital’s most famous historic buildings and a tourist attraction.

Situated at 13 Lincolns Inn Fields, Holborn - The Soanes Museum is the former residence of Sir John Soane, architect of the Bank of England. Over 20,000 architectural drawings, antiquities and works by Hogarth, Turner, Canaletto and Piranesi. Two sets of paintings by William Hogarth and the Egyptian Sarcophagus of Seti I.

St Paul's Cathedral St Pauls Cathedrals conic dome dominates the London skyline.

Tate is a family of four art galleries housing the UKs collection of British art from 1500 and of international modern art. The gallery was founded in 1897, as the National Gallery of British Art. When its role was changed to include the national collection of Modern Art as well as the national collection of British art, it was renamed the Tate Gallery after Henry Tate, who had laid the foundations for the collection.

The Houses of Parliament Westminster Hall is a striking building and is officially a royal palace. Standing on the banks of the river Thames the Parliamentary buildings hold many important historical stories, most famously Guy Fawkes. The building originates from 1840 after a fire destroyed the previous building. Big Ben towers 96 metres high in the sky overlooking Westminster. In the summer months it can get pretty congested with tourists and traffic competing to cross Parliament Square

The London Dungeon Right next to London Bridge Station this famous waxwork museum of torture focuses on the dark side of life. As such it can paint an artificially grim portrait of London: Jack the Ripper is small fry by todays serial killer standards. Stocks, executions, torture machines, rats, plague are the main crowd attractions.

London Eye At 135 metres above London, the London Eye is the worlds tallest observation wheel, with 40km panoramic views on a clear day. Constructed in 1999 it is the largest observation wheel in the world and visited by 3.5 million people a year.

The Tower of London Did you know that he Tower Of London is one of the nation's leading historic visitor attraction? This ancient fortress was founded by William the Conqueror and almost 1,000 years of British history have been played out within its walls. It was here that Anne Boleyn was excecuted. Guy Fawkes interrogated. Standing guard by the River Thames, The Tower is an impressive London landmark. Discover the secrets that lie within its walls, marvel at the breathtaking Crown ...

Wellington Arch The Wellington Arch is one of the most viewed London landmarks get up close and find out the real history of this historic monument.

Wimbledon Tennis Club Tour The Wimbledon London tour gives you V.I.P access to restricted areas where even tournament ticket holders are forbidden to enter. See behind the scenes at the home of tennis in the UK with the award-winning Wimbledon Tour Experience.

Winston Churchill's Britain at War Experience Winston Churchills Britain at War Experience