Top 10 London attractions
London has a ton of amazing attractions. But which ones are included in the official top 10 most popular?
Where can you get up close and personal with celebrities and royals?
In 10th place is Madame Tussauds.
By the way, to create a wax figure, it is necessary to take more than 250 precise measurements.
Do you want to take a trip to the center of time and space?
In 9th place is the Royal Museums Greenwich, a group of four attractions in the area, which is a World Heritage Site.
Take your ship straight to the port of the National Maritime Museum: explore the beautiful Queen's House, which has served as a luxurious backdrop for numerous feature films, board the Cutty Sark, the last surviving tea clipper, jump over from one hemisphere of our planet to its other hemisphere through the prime meridian at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich.
Have you ever been struck by the brilliance of royal regalia?
The Tower of London is in 8th place.
The Tower was founded in 1066 to hold off enemy forces. If you're cool enough, you can stand on the very spot where Anne Boleyn, one of Henry VIII's six wives, was executed.
Do you know where you can see Da Vinci's notebook and Mick Jagger's tracksuit?
At the Victoria and Albert Museum, which is located at number 7.
Immerse yourself in more than 3,000 years of fashion, art and design history. Sculpture, jewelry, textiles, photography—get ready for a sight that will inspire you.
Time to travel back in time and look into the future!
In 6th place is the Science Museum.
From steam locomotives to space rockets, take a journey through time that celebrates the greatest inventions in human history.
Where can you enjoy the city's 25-mile panorama?
In 5th place is London's Eye. This is one of the largest and most spectacular Ferris wheels in the world, from where you can see London in great detail. On average, the London Eye attracts more visitors per year than the Taj Mahal and the Egyptian pyramids combined.
Which art gallery once powered the city?
Tate Modern is in 4th place.
Historical note: The museum opened in 2000 in the former Bankside Power Station.
From Damien Hirst to Mark Rothko, get ready for an impressive scope of contemporary art.
Next up is a place where you can see 70 million exhibits, from microscopic to gigantic.
At number 3 is The Natural History Museum.
Explore the wonders of nature at one of London's most famous museums. Come face to face with animals from the present and the past - even get ready to meet dinosaurs!
Where can you see masterpieces by Van Gogh, Turner, Michelangelo and Rembrandt for free?
In the National Gallery, which is located in 2nd place in our ranking.
The gallery building, which occupies a prominent place in Trafalgar Square, houses more than 2,300 of the world's most outstanding paintings.
So, what awaits us at the top of the list?
An amazing place that tells about the history of our civilization, which arose more than 2,000,000 years ago.
At number 1 is the unique British Museum.
The museum tells the story of human culture from its origins to the present day and houses world-famous objects such as the Parthenon sculptures and the Rosetta Stone.
Hampstead Heath Park
BBA Photography / shutterstock.com
- Address: West Gate Lodge, Hampstead Lane, Hampstead Heath, London NW3 7JP.
- Website: hampsteadheath.net.
The best panoramas and many of London's sights can be seen from Hampstead Heath Park, one of the highest open-air points in the city. Visitors to the vast forested area of hills and lawns can see at least Parliament, the City Towers, the Canary Wharf business district and Big Ben. There is also an attraction in the park itself - The Holly Bush pub, which first opened here back in the 18th century.
American Bar
- Address: 189 Strand, London WC2R 0EU.
- Website: thesavoylondon.com.
The bar at the Savoy Hotel is proof that even conservative Englishmen can adore American culture. This is the oldest surviving bar in the UK, having first welcomed guests with American-style cocktails back in 1893. In 2017, American Bar was named the best bar in the world in The World's 50 Best Restaurants, and its awards don't stop there.
The establishment's cocktail menu is dedicated to the legendary musicians who have entertained guests at the Savoy for decades. Each of the 20 cocktails on the menu is named with a line from iconic songs. There is live music in the bar every day from 18:30 to 23:30. The establishment also has a strict dress code, so make sure you dress like ladies and gentlemen.
Public transport in London
The London Underground, which is known as the Tube, is perhaps the most convenient way to get around the city. You can take the Tube from London Heathrow Airport, one of the world's busiest airports, to the city centre. The metro system, which covers the city and extends beyond it, is efficient and relatively easy to use. To make traveling even easier, you should purchase an Oyster card: you can use it to pay for trips on the metro, city buses and other types of transport. Tourists are also advised to bring a comfortable pair of shoes as walking is the best way to experience the city.
| Metro | The London Underground, also known as the Tube, provides routes within the city and into neighboring counties. It's easy to use. It is best to pay with an Oyster card, which gives you the right to move around six metro zones - however, a significant part of the attractions are concentrated in the first (central) and second zones. Even if you don't plan to use the metro for the entire time you're in the city, buying an Oyster card will be cheaper than paying for one trip. For example, a trip in the first zone costs £4.50 (about $7), while the card fee will be £2.10 (about $3). Don't forget to swipe your card on the yellow reader not only when you enter the metro station, but also when you exit the city. |
| Buses | The beauty of traveling by bus is that it allows you to see the sights. The metro is underground, which deprives you of the opportunity to enjoy the views of the city. Please note that the cost of bus travel depends on the distance of the trip (and the driver does not give change), so it is better to have a top-up Oyster card with you. |
| Taxi | The famous London “black cabs” can be “caught” both on the city street and in special parking lots near busy metro stations, near airports and hotels. If you catch a taxi on the street, keep in mind: a lighted sign on a taxi means that it is free. Cabs are equipped with taxi meters and the minimum charge is £2.40. You can pay in cash (quid, as the British also say); Many cabs also accept credit cards, but at an additional cost. You can leave a tip, the amount is at your discretion, but most passengers round up the amount to the nearest pound. Avoid unlicensed cabs, especially if the driver is too intrusive in offering his services: traveling in such a taxi can be dangerous. |
What to see in London?
London is a city of global importance and has enough attractions to attract the attention of the most discerning tourist. To explore the city, experienced travelers choose cycling tours, offered by Cycle Tours of London and Fat Tire Bike Tours of London, among others. London is 600 square miles and thousands of years of history; It's possible to spend your entire life in this city and never see everything it has to offer, which is why we recommend creating a personalized guide based on the attractions you want to visit and their distance from each other.
