Tate Modern
London SE1
featuring a permanent collection of contemporary art and a programme of exhibitions of modern works from artists around the world
The British Museum
London WC1
large, world-class museum with spectacular glass-roofed Great Court and extensive galleries containing some of the world's greatest treasures
The Tower of London
London EC3
Europe's best preserved medieval fortress, inextricably linked with centuries of British history and home to the British crown jewels
Victoria & Albert Museum
London SW7
a treasure chest of art, design and artefacts spanning some 3000 years.
Westminster Abbey
London SW1
magnificent church, burial place of many kings, queens and other historic figures and scene of royal coronations since William the Conqueror.
Houses of Parliament & Big Ben
London SW1
iconic neo-Gothic building, seat of the British government with world-famous clock tower; various visiting options
Natural History Museum
London SW7
magnificent building housing 80 million specimens from across the natural world, arranged in four zones around a giant central hall
St Paul's Cathedral
London EC4
Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece built between 1675 and 1710, with its famous dome that survived WWII bombs and memorials to many historic figures
The National Gallery
London WC2
major international art gallery with more than 2,300 European paintings, dating from the 13th to the early 20th century, housing several iconic masterpieces
Buckingham Palace
London SW1
working headquarters of the British monarchy and scene of the regular Changing of the Guard ceremony
Science Museum
London SW7
famous for its interactive exhibits, this museum has seven floors of exhibits covering the development of science and technology
Madame Tussauds
London NW1
famous waxwork museum, displaying effigies of celebrities, royalty, historic figures and sports stars, with photo-ops alongside your favourites
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
London SE1
faithful reproduction of Shakespeare's original Globe theatre, dedicated to the experience and understanding of Shakespeare in performance
Chiswick House & Gardens
London W4
a fine Georgian villa designed by William Kent with a rich collection of Old Master Paintings and fine furniture. Free entry to the 65 acres of Grade I listed gardens with grand vistas, architectural delights, water features and a children's play area
Osterley Park & House
Isleworth
a suburban palace caught between town and country with a lake, magnificent house, elegant gardens and a natural play trail with rope swings and steppingstones
Sandycombe Lodge (Turner's House)
Twickenham
a quiet, domestic space that Turner used as his retreat from the London art world. The architecture of this little building is quirky, reflecting Turner's own design
Strawberry Hill House & Garden
Twickenham
a beautiful example of Gothic Revival architecture, built and designed by Horace Walpole, art historian and man of letters, who allowed daily visitors from the offset
Syon Park
Brentford
owned by the same family for more than 400 years, profoundly historic, with a wealth of art and artefacts and extensive park and gardens
The London Eye
London SE1
world's tallest observation wheel, offering spectacular views across London's landmarks during a 30-minute "flight" in a climate-controlled capsule
Tower Bridge
London SE1
Iconic bridge in the City of London, with spectacular views from the high-level walkways and visits to the original steam-powered engine rooms