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 ...

BBC Broadcasting House Tour

On your tour of Broadcasting House, you'll walk the famous corridors and take a peek into some of the fascinating areas that lie within. A team of well informed guides will take you to places not usually seen by the public including radio studios, th...

Benjamin Franklin House

n the heart of London, just steps from famed Trafalgar Square, is Benjamin Franklin House, the world's only remaining Franklin home. For nearly sixteen years between 1757 and 1775, Dr Benjamin Franklin - scientist, diplomat, philosopher, inventor, Fo...

Big Ben

Big Ben is one of London's best-known landmarks, and looks most spectacular at night when the clock faces are illuminated....

Blewcoat School Gift Shop

Early 18th-century school for the poor, now the National Trust's London shop. Built in 1709 at the expense of a local brewer to provide an education for poor children and used as a school until 1926, this small and elegant building is now the Nationa...

British Airways London Eye

At 135 metres, the British Airways London Eye is the world's tallest observation wheel, with 40 kilometre panoramic views on a clear day. The gradual flight (ride) in one of the 32 high-tech and fully enclosed glass capsules takes approximately 30 m...

British Optical Association Museum

Founded by J.H. Sutcliffe of the British Optical Association in 1901, this is a remarkable museum collection of over twelve thousand outstanding objects and archival items relating to the history of ophthalmic optics (optometry), the human eye and vi...

Chapter House - Westminster Abbey

In the East Cloister is the 'incomparable' octagonal Chapter House, dating from the 1250s. It is one of the largest in England. The monks met here every day for prayers and to read a chapter from the rule of St Benedict and discuss the day's work. Th...

Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Rooms

Learn more about the man who inspired Britain's finest hour at the highly interactive and innovative Churchill Museum, the world's first major museum dedicated to life of the 'greatest Briton'. Step back in time and discover the secret underground h...

City Cruises

City Cruises operates sightseeing cruises and evening dinner & dance cruises on London's River Thames all year round.
At City Cruises we're proud of our international reputation for quality and reliability. The winner of numerous awards, including...

Dr. Johnsons House

Built in 1700, 17 Gough Square was a home and workplace for Samuel Johnson from 1748-1759, and it was here that he compiled the first comprehensive English Dictionary.
Samuel Johnson was born in 1709 in the cathedral city of Lichfield, Staffordsh...

Funland

Funland is located in the Trocadero Centre, Piccadilly Circus and is one of London’s largest entertainment venues....

Gilbert Collection

One of the most important collections of decorative art in the UK is to be transferred, virtually wholesale, to the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
The Gilbert Collection of gold, silver, micromosaics and gold boxes will move from its current h...

Hamiltons Gallery

The Hamiltons gallery is celebrating its 30th year as as one of London's foremost photography galleries. Over the years it has represented some of the greatest names in its field and is proudly presenting a show of Helmut Newton's work.
Occasional...

Handel House Museum

The Handel House Museum was home to the baroque composer George Frideric Handel from 1723 until his death in 1759. This landmark address is where Handel composed some of the greatest music in history including Messiah, Zadok the Priest and Music for ...

Houses of Parliament Public Galleries

Parliament is open to all members of the UK public and overseas visitors. You can attend debates and watch committee hearings, tour the buildings or climb the famous Clock Tower and see Big Ben....

Inns of Court and City Yeomanry Museum

A small collection housed in a classical George II building (1760 approx) in Lincoln's Inn recording the most unusual history of the Regiment and its predecessor units going back to 1584 when the members, all lawyers, were formed to defend London aga...

Jewel Tower

The Jewel Tower, or 'King's Privy Wardrobe', was built c.1365 to house Edward III's treasures. One of only two buildings from the medieval Palace of Westminster to survive the fire of 1834, the tower features a 14th-century ribbed vault. Displaying P...

London Brass Rubbing Centre

Get to grips with characters from history in a creative way at the London Brass Rubbing Centre.
With a selection of replica brasses on offer - including Medieval knights in armour, fabulously costumed ladies, St George and the Dragon and William ...

London Transport Museum

Explore road and rail vehicles from the past, present and future and discover over 370,000 objects including tours of the Museum's poster and artwork store. Ride on the Museum's miniature railway which features steam and electric trains. A heritage...

Madame Tussauds

Have a star-studded day out at Madame Tussauds.
Start your journey on the red carpet and strike a pose for the paparazzi with Brad and Angelina before shooting hoops with Zac. Then join the world’s most famous stars in your very own A-list part...

Mall Galleries

The Mall Galleries are the home of the Federation of British Artists, a national focal point for figuartive art. Three large galleries, which host exhibitions year-round, are housed in the John Nash terrace overlooking St James's park at the Trafalga...

National Portrait Gallery

The National Portrait Gallery, London was founded in 1856 and houses the finest collection of portraits in the world. The Gallery aims to promote an appreciation and understanding of portraiture in all media, offering a unique insight into the lives ...

Prince Henry's Room and Samuel Pepys Exhibition

Prince Henry's Room in Fleet Street is one of the few houses in London which survived the Great Fire of London in 1666. The building was once a tavern (pub) and has some original oak panels and an ornate plaster ceiling. It is a private building but ...

RHS Gardens

The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK's leading gardening charity dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. Our goal is to help people share a passion for plants, to encourage excellence in horticulture and inspire all tho...

Roman Bath

Remains of a bath -- possibly Roman. Restored in the 17th century, the Bath's origins are disputed - it is believed by some to be Roman....

Royal Academy of Arts

The Royal Academy of Arts has a unique position in being an independent, privately funded institution led by eminent artists and architects whose purpose is to promote the creation, enjoyment and appreciation of the visual arts through exhibitions, e...

Sea Life - London

The growing network of SEA LIFE Centres and Sanctuaries is the world's leading provider of immersive, inspiring, entertaining and informative encounters with the incredible creatures living in our seas, oceans, and in some cases our streams, rivers a...

Somerset House

Somerset House is a spectacular neo-classical building in the heart of London, sitting between the Strand and the River Thames. During summer months 55 fountains dance in the courtyard, and in winter you can skate on London's favourite ice rink. Some...

Spencer House

Spencer House is a beautiful 18th century private palace.
It is set inside St James's Palace.
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St. James's Palace

St. James's Palace is the senior Palace of the Sovereign, with a long history as a Royal residence. As the home of several members of the Royal Family and their household offices, it is often in use for official functions and is not open to the publi...

The Courtauld Institute of Art and Museum

The Courtauld Gallery is one of the finest small museums in the world. Its collection stretches from the early Renaissance into the 20th century and is particularly renowned for the unrivalled collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painti...

The Fleming Collection

The Fleming Collection is widely recognised as the finest collection of Scottish Art in private hands and was originally conceived as a corporate collection in 1968 for Robert Fleming Holdings Ltd in the City of London. Since 2000 the collection has ...

The Guards Museum

Welcome to the official website of the Guards Museum in London. The museum contains a wealth of information and artefacts relating to the five regiments of Foot Guards namely Grenadier, Coldstream, Scots, Irish and Welsh Guards. Along with the two r...

The Household Cavalry Museum

The Household Cavalry Museum is a living museum in the heart of Horse Guards, Whitehall, London.
Unlike any other military museum it offers a unique 'behind-the-scenes' look at the work that goes into the ceremonial and operational role of the Ho...

The London Silver Vaults

The world famous London Silver Vaults, in the heart of London's legal district, is home to the world's largest retail collection of fine antique silver.
Behind the huge safe doors and within its vaulted walls, it is possible to find anything from ...

The National Gallery

You can find hundreds of the most famous and beautiful paintings in the world at the National Gallery. The pictures in the collection belong to the public and entrance to see them is free.
More than 2,000 Western European paintings are on show, d...

The Photographers' Gallery

The Photographers' Gallery is the largest public gallery in London dedicated to photography. From the latest emerging talent, to historical archives and established artists - we are the place to see photography in all its forms....

The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace

The Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace is a permanent space dedicated to changing exhibitions of items from the Royal Collection, the wide-ranging collection of art and treasures held in trust by The Queen for the Nation....

The Royal Institution Faraday Exhibition

In our museum you can explore the world-changing science that's happened at the RI since 1799. The displays are spread across three floors of the RI building. In fact, wherever you go in the RI you'll see the instruments that have made science work f...

The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace

One of the finest working stables in existence, the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace provides a unique insight into the department of the Royal Household that provides transport by road for The Queen and other members of the Royal Family....

Tussauds Stardome

Following a refurbishment two years ago, Madame Tussauds iconic Planetarium was relaunched as the Stardome. Offered as a stand-alone space or as part of the complete Madame Tussauds experience, the venue is one of the UK's most advanced presentation ...

V&A and RIBA Architecture Gallery

Whether new to the RIBA or a regular visitor, we welcome everyone to the Royal Institute of British Architects at 66 Portland Place. From engaging exhibitions and high-profile lectures to delicious food and a well-stocked bookshop, we have something ...

Wellington Arch

Set in the heart of Royal London at Hyde Park Corner, Wellington Arch is a landmark for Londoners and visitors alike. Originally commissioned as a grand outer entrance to Buckingham Palace, this massive monument was moved to its present site in 1882....

Westminster Abbey

Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains - the Abbey is a must-see living pageant of British history. Every year Westminster Abbey welcomes over one million visitors who want to explore this wonderful 700-year-old bu...

Westminster Cathedral

Westminster Cathedral is one of the greatest secrets of London; people heading down Victoria Street on the well-trodden route to more famous sites are astonished to come across a piazza opening up the view to an extraordinary facade of towers, balcon...