To help you make the most of your time in London, we’ve put together a selection of places to visit, explore and enjoy during your stay.

Whether you have a few hours or a few days, we hope it helps you discover something new and enjoy your time in London.

 

Classic Tourist Attractions

London Eye  Panoramic observation wheel over the Thames.

Madame Tussauds  Famous wax figures of celebrities and leaders.

City Cruises  River tours showcasing iconic landmarks.

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers  Fast river transport across London.

SEA LIFE London Aquarium  Immersive marine life experience.

London Dungeon  Interactive experience exploring London’s dark history.

The Shard  London’s tallest building with skyline views.

Sky Garden. Free indoor garden with panoramic city views.

 

Royal & Historic London

Buckingham Palace  Official residence of the British monarch.

Westminster Abbey  Historic royal church and coronation site.

UK Parliament  Seat of British government at Westminster.

Tower of London  Historic fortress and home of the Crown Jewels.

Tower Bridge  Iconic Victorian bridge with exhibitions.

St Paul’s Cathedral  Architectural landmark with a famous dome.

Somerset House Cultural venue hosting exhibitions and events.

 

Cultural Landmarks & Theatre

Royal Opera House  World-class venue for opera and ballet.

Shakespeare’s Globe Reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original theatre.

West End Theatre  London’s renowned theatre district.

Royal Albert Hall Historic venue for concerts and events.

BFI IMAX  One of the UK’s largest cinema screens.

 

Museums & Galleries

V&A Museum  Leading museum of art and design.

Natural History Museum  Explore the natural world.

Science Museum  Interactive science exhibitions.

Tate Modern Contemporary art gallery.

National Gallery  Collection of European masterpieces.

Courtauld Gallery Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works.

Sir John Soane’s Museum Historic house museum.

Hunterian Museum  Medical history and anatomy.

Design Museum Contemporary design and innovation.

 

Shopping Highlights

Harrods  Luxury department store.

Selfridges  High-end retail destination.

Covent Garden  Shopping, dining and entertainment hub.

Liberty London  Historic designer store.

Fortnum & Mason  Luxury food and gifts.

Hamleys  Famous toy store.

Bond Street  Luxury shopping destination.

Regent Street  Flagship retail street.

 

Neighbourhoods to Explore

Camden  Markets and alternative culture.

Primrose Hill  Scenic views over London.

Notting Hill  Charming streets and boutiques.

Portobello Road Market  Famous antiques market.

South Bank  Riverside culture and food.

Mayfair  Luxury dining and shopping.

Soho  Vibrant nightlife and restaurants.

South Kensington  Museum district.

Regent’s Park  Beautiful gardens and open spaces.

 

Tours & Experiences

Big Bus Tours  Open-top sightseeing bus.

Helicopter Tours  Aerial views of London.

Black Cab Heritage Tours  Private guided tours.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour  Behind-the-scenes Harry Potter experience.

Up at The O2  Climb over the O2 arena.

Chelsea Stadium Tour  Explore Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal Stadium Tour  Visit Emirates Stadium.

 

Restaurants & Dining

Sketch  Iconic artistic dining.

Clos Maggiore  Romantic French restaurant.

Bob Bob Ricard  Luxury dining experience.

Dishoom  Bombay-inspired cuisine.

Rules  Traditional British restaurant.

 

Michelin Star Restaurants

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay  Three Michelin-star dining.

Alain Ducasse  Luxury French cuisine.

Core by Clare Smyth  Modern British fine dining.

Hélène Darroze  Elegant French dining.

Dinner by Heston  Historic British dishes.

The Ledbury  Contemporary European cuisine.

Murano  Italian-inspired Michelin dining.

The Ritz Restaurant  Classic fine dining.

 

Famous Food Experiences

Borough Market  Renowned food market.

Afternoon Tea at The Ritz   Traditional British tea.

Afternoon Tea at Claridge’s   Elegant tea experience.

Thames Dinner Cruise   Dining on the river.

 

Day Trips

Windsor Castle   Royal residence.

Hampton Court Palace  Historic royal palace.

LEGOLAND Windsor  Family theme park.

Oxford  Historic university city.

Cambridge  Picturesque academic city.

Cotswolds  English countryside villages.