London City Guide

London is one of Europe’s most exciting cities, attracting visitors from all over the world. We would like to introduce you to London and give you some tips you’ll find useful when visiting London for business and for leisure. Here’s a selection of the many fantastic things you can see and do in London.

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London Eye

The London Eye is a thrilling experience, it’s ‘the way the world sees London'. The London Eye is the best way to take a picture of London as a whole in one single shot; an experience can never be easily forgotten. London Eye is situated on the South Bank of the Thames and is a five minutes walking distance from Westminster tube station.
Address:
Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road London
Area:
Westminster
Tube:
Westminster
Train:
Waterloo
Buses:
11, 24, 211, RV1

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Big Ben

London’s most famous landmark, Big Ben is not the clock tower but the large bell which strikes the hour. The accuracy of the clock movement is controlled by the placing of old pennies in the mechanism. The clock tower is not open to the general public. However, it is possible for UK residents to arrange a visit by writing to their MP.
Address:
Parliament Square London Sw1
Area:
Westminster
Tube:
Westminster
Train:
Charing Cross, Victoria, Waterloo
Buses:
11, 24, 211, RV1

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HMS Belfast

Launched in March 1938, this huge warship had an active career during World War II and played a leading part both in the destruction of the German battle cruiser Scharnhorst at the Battle of North Cape and in the Normandy Landings. She now floats off the south bank of the Thames between London and Tower Bridge, an amazing sight with her heavy armour and massive gun turrets.
Address:
Morgan's Lane Tooley Street London SE1 2JH
Area:
City of London
Tube:
London Bridge
Train:
London Bridge
Buses:
36, 705

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Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament are located in the heart of London, Westminster. The Houses of Parliament are the seat of the Government of the United Kingdom. The Palace of Westminster consists of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Right next to the Houses of Parliament you will also find Big Ben.
Address:
Parliament Square London SW1
Area:
Westminster
Tube:
Westminster
Train:
Charing Cross, Victoria, Waterloo
Buses:
11, 24, 211, RV1

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Leicester Square

By night, mostly on Friday or Saturday, this central London square is one of the most crowded places in the city, teeming with people on their way to or from theatres, cinemas, nightclubs, restaurants, fast-foods, pubs, bars. By day it is a favourite lunchtime resting place. In the middle of the garden is the marble Shakespeare Memorial Fountain, facing a bronze statue of Charlie Chaplin.
Address:
Leicester Square London WC2H 7NJ
Area:
West End
Tube:
Leicester Square
Train:
Charing Cross
Buses:
6, 9, 14, 19, 22, 38

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SEA LIFE London Aquarium

More than 3,000 forms of marine life can be found swimming around under the former offices of the Greater London Council. The London Aquarium is for everyone who appreciates the stunning natural world. In the Indian Ocean display you can see beautiful corals, whilst the Pacific Ocean display houses Britain's only Zebra Shark.
Address:
County Hall Riverside Building Southbank London SE1
Tube:
Westminster
Buses:
7, 408, 411, 187, 188, 437, 471, 473, 437, E1, 8

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London Dungeon

Deep in the heart of London, buried beneath the paving stones of historic Southwark lies the world's most chillingly famous horror attraction. The London Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life....and death. Remember: everything you experience really happened.
Address:
28-34 Tooley Street London SE1 2SZ
Tube:
London Bridge
Train:
London Bridge
Buses:
344, 17, 21, 35, 40, 43, 47, 48, 133, 141, 149, 521

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London Wetland Centre

The award winning London Wetland Centre is the first project of its kind in the world - more than 40 hectares of created wetlands in the heart of a capital city. The London Wetland Centre offers hundreds of thousands of visitors the chance to see rare and beautiful wetland wildlife just a stone's throw from central London.
Address:
Queen Elizabeth Walk London SW13 9WT
Tube:
Hammersmith
Buses:
33, 72, 209, 283

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London Zoo

Take a walk on the wild side at London Zoo and get close to some of the world's most fascinating animals. There's something for everyone. Set in the heart of London's majestic Regent's Park, London Zoo boasts not only a vast array of amazing animals, but also beautiful gardens, fine art and astounding architecture.
Address:
Regent's Park London NW1 4RY
Tube:
Camden Town
Buses:
29, 253, C2

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Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussaud’s is one of the top UK attractions in London receiving more over 2.7 million visitors per year. Madame Tussaud’s herself started the exhibition over 200 years ago and it now has wax models of dozens of famous celebrities from all over the world including historical and royal figures, politicians, movie and sports stars.
Address:
Marylebone Road London NW1
Tube:
Baker Street
Buses:
2, 13, 30, 74, 82, 113, 139, 189, 274

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Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition

Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition and theatre tour offer a fascinating introduction to the world-famous Globe Theatre and life in Shakespeare's London. Discover Elizabethan Bankside, see a sword-fighting display, find out how actors are dressed in handmade costumes and take a tour of today’s working theatre.
Address:
21 New Globe Walk Bankside London SE1 9DT
Tube:
Waterloo
Train:
London Bridge
Buses:
15, 17, 23, 26, 45, 63, 76, 100, 344, 381, RV1

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St Paul's Cathedral

A cathedral dedicated to St Paul has overlooked the City of London since 604 AD, a constant reminder to this great commercial centre of the importance of the spiritual side of life. This is where people and events of overwhelming importance to the country have been celebrated, mourned and commemorated.
Address:
Ludgate Hill City London EC4M 8AD
Tube:
St Paul's
Buses:
100, 172

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The Monument

The Monument was erected by Sir Christopher Wren in 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire in London in 1666. The Monument has a height of 66 metres, which is the distance to the house in Pudding Lane where the fire broke out. It is the tallest freestanding stone column in the world. There are 311 steps up to reach the top.
Address:
Monument Street London EC3R 8AH
Tube:
Monument
Train:
Cannon Street
Buses:
15, 17, 21, 22A, 35, 40, 43, X43, 48, 149, 501, 521, D1

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Tower Bridge Experience

Tower Bridge is one of the world’s most famous bridges. Tower Bridge Experience welcomes you inside the Gothic towers to discover the fascinating history of the bridge. You can visit the original Victorian engine rooms and from the high-level walkways you can look out across the modern city skyline and downriver to Canary Wharf.
Address:
Tower Bridge London SE1 2UP UK
Tube:
London Bridge
Train:
Fenchurch Street
Buses:
15, 25, 40, 42, 47, 78,100, D1, P11, RV1

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Wellington Arch

Wellington Arch was erected in 1826 to celebrate the Duke of Wellington’s victories in Napoleonic Wars. Originally the arch served as the northern gate into the grounds of Buckingham Palace, but it was moved later on. Now there is a permanent exhibition, and you can enjoy the views from the platform beneath the sculpture.
Address:
Hyde Park Corner London SW1
Tube:
Hyde Park Corner
Train:
Victoria
Buses:
2, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 19, 22, 36, 38, 73, 74, 82, 94, 137

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Wembley Stadium

The brand new Wembley Stadium - completed in March 2007 - is located in the London Borough of Brent, North East of Central London. It is used for homegames of the English national football team, and the main domestic football finals. It is also the venue for big concerts and other major events.
Address:
London HA9 0WS
Area:
Wembley
Tube:
Wembley Central

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Westminster Abbey

The Westminster Abbey is an integral part of British history and has seen the coronation of every English monarch since William the Conqueror and is the burial place of many famous figures. The Westminster Abbey is one of Britain's finest Gothic buildings. Visitors can see the Grave of the Unknown Warrior, Royal Tombs and much more.
Address:
Westminster Abbey London SW1P 3PA
Tube:
Westminster
Buses:
9, 10, 52

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Royal Albert Hall

The Royal Albert Hall was opened by Queen Victoria in 1871. It was intended as a multipurpose building and now hosts classical concerts, rock and pop, ballet and opera, exhibitions, sport events, award ceremonies and much more. Directly opposite, you will find the Albert Memorial in Hyde Park.
Address:
Kensington Gore London SW7 2AP
Area:
Kensington
Tube:
South Kensington
Buses:
52, 9, 10, 70, 360

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Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square, at the heart of London, is one of the city's most popular places. It is home to Nelson's Column which is guarded by four large lion statues. The square is used for a variety of events and activities, including political demonstrations and rallies, filming and artistic performances throughout the year.
Address:
Westminster London WC2N 5
Tube:
Charing Cross
Train:
Charing Cross
Buses:
3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 53, 77A, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176, 453

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