Where to go London

Natural History Museum

Hundreds of exciting, interactive exhibits in one of Londons most beautiful landmark
buildings. Highlights include the popular Dinosaurs gallery, Mammals with its
unforgettable model blue whale and the spectacular Central Hall, home to the Museums
iconic Diplodocus skeleton. Dont miss the state-of-the-art Cocoon where, on a self-guided
tour, you can see hundreds of fascinating specimens and look into laboratories where you
can see scientists at work.
The Museum offers a wide-ranging programme of temporary exhibitions and events
including chances to join experts in the Darwin Centres high-tech Attenborough Studio in
topical discussions about science and nature.


Tower of London

Despite the Tower of London's grim reputation as a place of torture and death, within these
walls you will also discover the history of a royal palace, an armoury and a powerful
fortress. Dont miss Royal Beasts and learn about the wild and wonderous animals that
have inhabited the Tower, making it the first London Zoo.
Discover the priceless Crown Jewels newly displayed in 2012, join an iconic Beefeater on a
tour and hear their bloody tales, stand where famous heads have rolled, learn the legend of
the Tower's ravens, storm the battlements and get to grips with swords and armour and
much more!
The London Eye

Already offering unrivalled views of London, the bespoke cinematic addition to the London
Eye provides another magical and entertaining way to experience our capital city, further
enhancing the value and the experience of a trip to the UKs top paid for visitor attraction.
All included in the ticket price, you will see the first ever 3D aerial footage of London as
well as witness the world famous London New Years Eve fireworks in a breathtaking
journey across the city. Boasting more 4D sensory effects than any other attraction in the
UK, you will feel like you are really there; with wind in your hair, snow falling at your feet,
the floor shaking and even a sense of smell, your new perspective on London will be truly
memorable.
Plus new for 2012, the London Eyes capsules are now complete with state of the art
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices as interactive touch screen guides designed to enhance
the guest experience as they take in the views. Features include key information on
landmarks that can be seen from the London Eye as well as a 3D view of each sight, further
bringing it to life before the visitors eyes. Innovative, 360 degree non-stop-24-hour filming
has granted London Eye guests the first ever multi-dimensional views of the spectacular
sights.
Prices
Adult Ticket: From 19.10 (24.02) per ticket

Covent Garden

Covent Garden in London's West End is a popular destination for visitors and Londoners
who enjoy shopping, theatre, restaurants, bars, history and culture.
Geographically, Covent Garden is located in Central London, bordered by the City of
London and Leicester Square. It is within walking distance of Soho, the river Thames and
Trafalgar Square.
There are several smaller areas within Covent Garden that are worth exploring such as the
traffic-free Covent Garden market piazza, The Opera Quarter, St Martin's Courtyard, Seven
Dials, Neal's Yard, and Floral Street.
Westminster and St James

Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster (the Houses of Parliament) were
originally built on an eyot a small island called Thorney Island and have existed, in one
form or another, for around 1,000 years. Thorney Island has now been subsumed into the
mainland, but the area's status as the centre of England's political life is
unchanged. Westminster and St James is one of London's most traditional areas and is rich
with the city's living history. St James in particular, with its private members' clubs and
traditional shops, affords a glimpse of centuries-old customs.
London's Big Ben

The Houses of Parliament and Elizabeth Tower, commonly called Big Ben, are among
London's most iconic landmarks. Technically, Big Ben is the name given to the massive
bell inside the clock tower, which weighs more than 13 tons (13,760 kg). The clock tower
looks spectacular at night when the four clock faces are illuminated.

St Paul's Cathedral

Enter St Pauls and enjoy the cathedral's awe-inspiring interior. Take advantage of a new touch-
screen multimedia guide or join a guided tour to explore this iconic building, both now included
with the sightseeing admission charge.
Venture down to the crypt and discover the tombs and memorials of some of the nations greatest
heroes such as Admiral Lord Nelson and the Duke of Wellington. Also visit Oculus, an award
winning 270 immersive film experience.
Visitors can try out the acoustic quirks of the Whispering Gallery and continue their climb to the
Golden Gallery to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views across London.
Prices:
Adult Ticket from 16.50 (20.75) - View Prices
Opening Times:
The cathedral is open to sightseers from Monday to Saturday between 08:30 - 16:30 (last admission
16:00). Please check the website for any changes to this schedule as there are planned closures
during the year when hosting special services and events.


Westminster Abbey

Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains - Westminster
Abbey is a must-see living pageant of British history.
Every year, the Abbey welcomes over one million visitors who want to explore this
wonderful 700-year-old building - the coronation church of England. Audio guides are
available in eleven languages or there is the highly-popular verger-led tour. Audio-guides
are free with individual entry tickets and the tour takes around one hour. The English-
language tour is narrated by the actor Jeremy Irons and audio guides are also available in
German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Hungarian, Mandarin
Chinese, and Japanese.
Prices:
Adult Ticket 18.00 (22.63)
Opening Times:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 09:30 - 15:30
Wednesday 09:30 - 18:00
Saturday: September - April - 09:30 - 13:30 May - August - 09:30 - 15:30
Dedicated to the celebration and commemoration of national events and royal occasions,
the Abbey may sometimes have to close to visitors at short notice. Please either visit our
website www.westminster-abbey.org or call 020 7222 5152 before your visit to check for
any changes to our opening times.
Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty The
Queen. It is one of the few working royal palaces remaining in the world today.
During the summer, visitors can tour the nineteen State Rooms, which form the heart of the
Palace. These magnificent rooms are decorated with some of the greatest treasures from the
Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Canaletto.
Prices:
Adult Ticket 19.75 (24.83).
Opening Times:
Summer 2014: Summer opening dates to be confirmed.
Changing the Guard at Buckingham
Palace

For a display of British pomp and ceremony, watch the Changing the Guard ceremony
outside Buckingham Palace.
Changing the Guard or Guard Mounting is the process involving a new guard exchanging
duty with the old guard.

The Guard that looks after Buckingham Palace is called The Queen's Guard and is
divided into two Detachments: the Buckingham Palace Detachment (responsible for
guarding Buckingham Palace) and the St James's Palace Detachment (responsible for
guarding St James's Palace).
All the guards taking part in the ceremony are dressed in traditional red tunics and bearskin
hats, and the ceremony is set to music.