London Sites and Attractions

London is full of glamour, sites and attractions. While visiting London you will probably want to see some of the more famous landmarks, check out the local nightlife, and visit some fun and educational sites. Among the most famous landmarks is the Tower of London where the Crown Jewels are stored. Other features are the former prison cell of Sir Walter Raleigh, called the Bloody Tower, and the Chapel of St. John.

Westminster Abbey is an architectural creation from the 13th to 16th centuries. English monarchs are buried here including William the Conqueror. The British Museum, founded in 1753, houses the world's great collection of antiques from Greece, Rome, Asia and prehistoric Britain. The Hampton Court Palace is home to the famous hedge mazes surrounded by breathtaking gardens.

Sir John Soane's Museum is a unique historic home featuring the architecture of the building itself along with an art museum. The National Gallery showcases one of the greatest collections of paintings from Europe in the world. Entrance is free and worth the time. The collections are retrieved from eras since 1250. Victoria and Albert Museum features an extraordinary collection of Venetian glass, Chinese art, Victorian clothing and even antique tapestries. This is a definite must-see.

St. Paul's Cathedral is not only an awesome site but is the place of the funeral for Winston Churchill and the marriage of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Buckingham Palace is a must-see in the area. Vast gardens surround the grand palace which is the residence for the Royals of London. Housed here are priceless art pieces, antique furnishings and decorations from centuries gone by.

Other notable sites include the Royal Observatory Greenwich, Courtauld Institute Galleries, Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, Millennium Dome and Lincoln's Inn. Also list on your itinerary the Somerset House, St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church, Lloyds of London, and Old Bailey.