Landmarks
London is famous for it's iconic landmarks and this section gives a run down of the top landmark attractions, from the delightful London Eye to the regal Buckingham Palace, and the magnificent St Paul's Cathedral. There are so many things to see and do in London, you'll be spoilt for choice.
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Originally the property of the Archbishops of York. The Banqueting House was used to provide entertainment for Charles I, and was later the scene of his execution. After the fire that destroyed Whitehall Palace in 1698, it was used as a chapel until 1890. In 1893 Queen Victoria… Read More
Explore the wonders of this awesome fortress, and the stories behind them. Discover for yourself some of the Tower’s sights and stories, whether you’re planning your visit or just wanting to learn more about this iconic palace and its history. The… Read More
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A treasure house of paintings, stained glass, pavements, textiles and other artefacts, Westminster Abbey is also the place where some of the most significant people in the nation's history are buried, commemorated and married. Taken as a whole the tombs and memorials comprise the…
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Explore the wonders of this awesome fortress, and the stories behind them. Discover for yourself some of the Tower’s sights and stories, whether you’re planning your visit or just wanting to learn more about this iconic palace and its history. The…
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A visit to Tower Bridge Exhibition clearly explains how the Bridge works and describes its fascinating history. In 1910 the high level Walkways were closed to the public due to lack of use. People arriving on the bridge preferred to wait at street level for it…
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Under the already iconic roof in Greenwich lies a state of the art live music club (indigO2), 11 screen multiplex cinema, exhibition centre (The O2 bubble), an entire street of bars, restaurants and leisure attractions (Entertainment Avenue) and most breathtaking of all - The O2 arena.…
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Come and sample a taste of Tudor life on board The Golden Hinde, London's replica of Sir Francis Drakes warship offering visitors an unforgettable Living History Experience. The Golden Hinde is a full-sized reconstruction of the Tudor warship in which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated…
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A cathedral dedicated to St Paul has stood on this site since 604AD, and throughout the cathedral has remained a busy, working church where millions come to reflect and find peace. The world famous choir of St Paul's Cathedral performs music at Evensong every…
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St Martin-in-the-Fields is a landmark. Its fine architecture and prominent location place it at the heart of the nation. Its work has valued historic tradition, but St Martin's has always been innovative in response to changing needs. From London's first free lending library…
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Southbank Centre is positioned in the heart of London’s thriving South Bank and welcomes visitors 364 days a year. Southbank Centre offers a wide-ranging artistic programme including classical & world music, rock & pop, jazz, dance, literature and the visual arts. Every year more…
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Royal Festival Hall stands at the heart of Southbank Centre complex. Opened in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain, the Hall is one of the world’s leading performance venues. As well as the auditorium, the building consists of The Clore Ballroom, Southbank…
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Richmond Bridge is an 18th-century stone arch bridge in south west London, The bridge, which is a Grade I listed building, was built between 1774 and 1777. The foundation stone of Richmond Bridge was laid on 23 August 1774 by the Hon. Henry Hobart. The principal architect was James…
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