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London sights & Attractions A-Z:
We present an A-Z guide of the best London tourist sights, to help explore the wonderful city that is London. |
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Address: Great Russell street, Bloomsbury, London |
The British Museum is one of London's most famous landmarks and houses over 6 million artefacts within it from across the world, with many over two million years old. |
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Address: London |
Buckingham Palace is one of London's most recognised landmarks and is home and office to the British Queen. It was built in 1703 and was acquired for the Royal Family by King George III in 1761.
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Address: Covent Garden, London |
London's most famous area for street entertainment, magicians, jugglers and mime artists, Covent Garden also has cafés, shops, restaurants and market stalls selling souvenirs of London. |
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Address: East Moseley, London |
Hampton Court Palace promises a magical journey back through 500 years of royal history. Discover the magnificent State Apartments of Henry VIII and William III, explore 60 acres of immaculate riverside gardens and lose yourself in the famous maze. |
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Address: Palace of Westminster, Westminster, London |
Watch debates, climb the Clock Tower or watch a law being made. These are just a few of the many things you can do on a tour of the Houses of Parliament. |
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Address: Richmond, London |
Kew Gardens stretch to 132 hectares and include an extensive arboretum, water features and some of the world's largest and most famous botanical glasshouses, and many historic buildings. |
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Address: Leicester Square, London |
Leicester Square was once one of the most fashionable places to live in the 17th and 18th centuries. It is now the heart of London's Theatreland, with many restaurants and entertainment venues. |
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Address: County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London |
Immerse yourself in an underwater world at the London Aquarium and discover the wonders of the sharks, rays and fish swimming amongst the reef created in the tanks of the aquarium. |
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Address: 28/34 Tooley street, London |
"Enter at Your Peril" are the words on the sign above the London Dungeon. This is an apt warning for anyone wishing to enter this chilling and frightening attraction. Avoid the queues by advance booking fast track tickets to The London Dungeon. |
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Address: Queens Walk, South Bank, London |
The London Eye offers a fantastic panoramic view of England's capital city. With a view of up to 25 miles on a clear day, it is the best way to see all of London and its landmarks in one go. |
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Address: The Piazza, Covent Garden, London |
London Transport Museum celebrates London's transport past and present. With over 80 rail and road vehicles, the museum has wide array of modes of transport. |
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Address: Regents Park, London |
Not only was London Zoo the first scientific zoo, but it was also the first zoo to introduce a reptile house, aquarium, insect house and children's zoo. Get up close and watch the feeding of the animals. |
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Address: Marylebone Road, London |
Meet your favourite celebrity, be snapped alongside the stars and score a goal with the England football team. There's plenty to do and see at Madame Tussaud's! |
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Address: London Wall, London |
Be taken for a journey through time from Prehistoric periods to present day at the Museum of London. View popular exhibits, such as the Lord Mayor's Coach and a reconstructed Victorian high street. |
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Address: Trafalgar Square, London |
With around 2,300 paintings, The National Gallery is London's leading art museum. The collection includes paintings from Picasso, Van Gogh, Da Vinci and Michelangelo. |
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Address: Romney Road, Greenwich, London |
Visit the World's largest maritime historical reference library and explore the history of Britain's seafaring history at the National Maritime Museum.
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Address: St. Martin's Place, Trafalgar Square, London |
Founded in 1856 to exhibit portraits of the famous in British history and culture. Subjects include poets and princesses, statesmen and sportsmen, artists and actresses, explorers and astronomers. |
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Address: Cromwell Road, South Kensington, London |
Visit the Natural History Museum to see the hundreds of entertaining and educational exhibits, such as the dinosaur collections and the earthquake simulator, which will definitely keep the children happy! |
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Address: Kensington Gore, London |
Royal Albert Hall is best known for the annual BBC Proms which have been held there every year since 1941. The Royal Albert Hall also hosts rock concerts, classical concerts, circus shows, tennis events and Sumo wrestling. |
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Address: Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London |
Royal Opera House in London is situated in the Covent Garden area. This world-renowned opera house is home to the Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera and the Royal Opera House Orchestra. |
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Address: Exhibition Road, London |
Calling all budding scientists! Discover the wonders of science at the London Science Museum. Help save the planet, find out what it's like in space and explore historic scientific breakthroughs. |
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Address: 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London |
Tour the Globe Theatre and experience the world of Shakespeare and the London in which he lived. Shakespeare's world is brought to life by the exhibition, using interactive displays and demonstrations. |
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Address: Strand, London |
Marvel at the beautiful architecture, admire the delightful interiors, view some of the world's greatest art collections, go ice skating or play in the fountains at Somerset House. |
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Address: Ludgate Hill, London |
Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece, built to replace the old St. Paul's destroyed by the Great Fire of London. A magnificent cathedral, with breath-taking views over London from dome. |
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Address: Millbank, London |
Tate Britain houses the national collection of British paintings from the 16th century to the present day and the international collection of 20th century painting and sculpture. |
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Address: Bankside, London |
Housed inside the former Bankside Power Station, the Tate Modern displays a collection of international modern art from 1900 to the present day. And don't forget to see the famous temporary installations sponsored by Unilever. |
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Address: Tower Bridge Exhibition, Tower Bridge, London |
Standing over the River Thames, Tower Bridge is one of the most recognisable bridges in the world. At the Tower Bridge Exhibition visitors explore the workings of this technical marvel of its age, plus enjoy breath-taking views of the sights of London. |
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Address: Tower Hill, London |
Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7 and enlarged and modified by successive sovereigns, today the Tower of London is one of the world's most famous and spectacular fortresses. |
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Address: Trafalgar Square, London |
Probably the most famous square in London, Trafalgar Square is well known for not only being the site of protests but also celebrations. It is also home to Nelson's Column. |
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Address: Cromwell Road, South Kensington, London |
The world’s greatest museum of art and design is situated in South Kensington. Over 7000 objects are on display, charting the development of art and design from 3000BC to the present day. |
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Address: Broad Sanctuary, London |
Westminster Abbey stands on the south side of Parliament Square. At the heart of English history for nearly 1000 years, almost every king's and queen's coronation has taken place here since 1066. |
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