The London Explorer: A Guide to the City's Attractions

The London Eye

A giant Ferris wheel offering panoramic views of the city.

Buckingham Palace

The official residence of the Queen, with tours of the State Rooms and a daily Changing of the Guard ceremony.

The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

Home to the UK government, with iconic clock tower and tours of the Houses of Commons and Lords.  

Westminster Abbey

A royal church and coronation church, with beautiful Gothic architecture and tombs of famous Britons.

The British Museum

One of the world's largest museums, with collections from around the world, including the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies.

Shakespeare's Globe

A reconstruction of Shakespeare's original open-air theater, with performances of his plays.

The Tower of London

A historic castle and prison, with displays of the Crown Jewels and a fascinating history.

The National Gallery

Home to a world-class collection of Western European paintings, from Renaissance to Impressionist.

Greenwich

Home to the Royal Observatory, the Prime Meridian of the World, and the Cutty Sark ship.

Hyde Park

One of London's largest parks, with a variety of gardens, a lake, and Speakers' Corner.