Tourist Attractions

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Please note that most of the famous sites are within walking distance from our hotel, like Buckingham Palace, or within a short bus ride.

Must See Sights

The Buckingham Palace - www.royal.gov.uk
Buckingham Palace Road, Tube: Victoria or Green Park.
The London home of the present Royal Family was build in the early 1700s, but was substantially altered by John Nash in the 18th century and did not become a grand state palace until Queen Victoria's reign. The palace is open to the public during August and September. The Changing of the Queen's Guard ceremony takes place in the Forecourt of Buckingham Palace at 11:30am every day in the summer and every other day in the winter.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament - www.parliament.uk
Tube: Westminster.
Once a palace and home to the king and his court, this has been the site of the two Houses of Parliament - the Lords and the Commons since 1265. This striking neo-Gothic building replaced the original which burned down in 1834. The four-faced clock houses the famous bell 'Big Ben' which chimes on the hour.
Westminster Abbey - www.westminster-abbey.org
Broad Sanctuary, Tube: Westminster.
The London Eye - www.londoneye.co.uk
Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, Tube: Waterloo.
The world's largest observation wheel soars 450 feet /135 m above the River Thames and gives spectacular views over London.
The Tower Bridge - www.towerbridge.org.uk
Tube: Tower Hill
The bridge is one of London's most famous landmarks and is raised more than 500 times a year to let ships through. Inside is and exhibitions on the bridge's architecture and heritage.
HMS Belfast - hmsbelfast.iwm.org.uk
Tube: London Bridge
HMS Belfast is the largest surviving example of Britain's twentieth century naval power and is now a museum moored on the Thames between Tower and London Bridge. She was the first ship to be saved for the nation since Nelson's HMS Victory due to her historical importance.
The Tower of London - www.tower-of-london.com
Tower Hill, Tube: Tower Hill.
This prestigious historical landmark has been a fortress, a prison, a treasury and a palace since the 11th century. Attractions include the Bloody Tower, Traitors' Gate, the Chapel of St John, the 'Beefeaters', the Jewel House with Crown Jewels and the White Tower. Entrance to the Fusilier's Museum is free.
St. Paul's Cathedral
www.stpauls.co.uk
St. Paul's Churchyard, Tube: St. Paul's
This, the fourth cathedral to be built on the site, was designed by Wren after its predecessor was destroyed by the Great Fire of London in 1666. It has become a symbol of national endurance, particularly since World War II when it survived bombing all around. Superb baroque interior and many attractions including the Whispering Gallery, the Stone Gallery and the Golden Gallery with amazing views over London.

our pick:

Somerset House - great afternoon out :)
This magnificent 18th century building is a thriving cultural centre for London and is home to the magnificent collections of the Courtauld Institute Gallery, Gilbert Collection and Hermitage Rooms. Somerset House provides an exciting year-round programme of events for visitors of all ages.

At the heart of Somerset House lies the Courtyard. At its centre, the orchestrated water jets of the Edmond J Safra Fountain Court spring from the granite flagstones - illuminated at night to create a contemporary centre-piece in a neo-classical setting.

Open daily from 10.00am to 11.00pm, there are regular displays, subject to weather conditions, except during the winter months when the fountains are switched off.

Major Tourist Attractions

BFI London IMAX Cinema
Tube: Waterloo.
Cabinet War Rooms
Clive Steps, King Charles Street, Tube: Westminster.
Central Hall Westminster
Storey's Gate, Tube: Westminster. Open daily 9:30 - 17:30. Admission: free.
Greenwich
Tube: Greenwich or DLR: Cutty Sark. Ground open daily 10.00-17.00. Admission: free.
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court, Surrey. Train: Hampton Court. Open: daily 10:00 - 16:30.
Gardens open all year round 7.00-dusk, admission: free.
HMS Belfast
Morgan's Lane, Tooley Street, Tube: London Bridge
Jewel Tower
Abington Street, Tube: Charing Cross.
Kensington Palace State Apartments
Kensington Gardens, Tube: High Street Kensington
London Aquarium
County Hall, Riverside Building, Westminster Bridge Road, Tube: Waterloo
London Dungeon
Tooley Street, Tube: London Bridge
London Zoo
Regent's Park, Tube: Regent's Park or Baker Street
Lord's Cricket Grounds
St. John's Wood Road, Tube: St. John's Wood
Madame Tussaud's and London Planetarium
Marylebone Road, Tube: Baker Street
The Monument
Monument Street, Tube: Monument
St. Martin in the Fields
Trafalgar Square, Tube: Charing Cross
Shakespeare Globe Exhibition
New Globe Walk, Bankside, Tube: Southwark.
Wellington Arch
Hyde Park Corner, Tube: Hyde Park Corner
Westminster Cathedral
Victoria Street, Tube: Victoria.
Admission free

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