In this video, we'll show you the top 10 things to do in London.
The suggestions are based on our many trips to this beautiful city.
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Here are our top 10 picks:
NUMBER 10: Big Ben and Palace of Westminster
The Big Ben clock tower was completed in 1859.
This British cultural icon is situated at the north end of the Palace of Westminster,
which is the seat of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. The official name of the tower in which
Big Ben is located was originally the Clock Tower and was oficially renamed to Elizabeth Tower in 2012.
Did you know that Big Ben chimes every hour, and every 15 minutes
smaller bells chime to indicate quarter hour? The Big Ben chimes can be heard up to 5 miles away.
A few steps away from Big Ben you’ll also find an impressive gothic royal church, the Westminster Abbey.
NUMBER 9: Camden Town
This former industrial economic base has been replaced by service industries such as retail, tourism, and entertainment.
The area now hosts street markets and music venues strongly associated with the alternative culture.
Visit the busy Camden Market, which got its name from what used to be a horse stable and hospital,
located right next to Camden Lock. Don't skip Camden Market Buck Street, England's first market
dedicated to the conscious consumer. There are many other impressive neighborhoods and streets
worth exploring in London, like the upscale Soho close to Chinatown and Notting Hill,
home to Portobello Road Market. But more about exciting places to shop and eat shortly.
NUMBER 8: Museums
London is full of incredible museums, and most of them are free.
You can start with The British Museum, founded in the mid-19th century.
The museum is dedicated to human history, art, and culture. Did you know that it also displays the famous Rosetta Stone?
This piece of rock with an inscribed slab became the key to unlocking the mysterious Egyptian hieroglyphs.
Continue to the beautiful 19th-century Natural History Museum,
exhibiting a vast range of specimens from various segments of natural history.
You can even try the earthquake simulator recreating the 1995 Kobe, Japan earthquake
or embark on other fun and educational adventures.
And the impressive Science Museum is just around the corner.
A great place to see, touch, and experience science first-hand.
Of course, there are many other museums in London worth exploring.
NUMBER 7: Covent Garden
Covent Garden is a car-free area next to the Royal Opera House, filled with luxury designer boutiques,
craft shops, and booths. Conveniently located in close to London's famous theatres,
Covent Garden also offers excellent dining options. Visit Covent Garden Market,
a seven-day-a-week market that opened in 1845,
and Jubilee Market, with a variety of goods sold throughout the week.
There are many other markets in London worth exploring,
offering everything from food to antiques and collectibles, like the Portobello Road Market,
Borough Market, and many other places, including fascinating food courts.
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By the way, our mobile-friendly travel guide
covers the top 20 things to do in London and things to know before you visit.
NUMBER 6: London Eye
London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames
overlooking Big Ben and Westminster. When it opened to the public in the year 2000,
it was the world's tallest Ferris wheel. The structure is 443 feet or 135-meter-tall,
and the wheel has a diameter of 394 feet or 120 m.
London is full of other impressive views,
that from London's Highest Public Garden - Sky Garden.
NUMBER 5: Little Venice
Little Venice is a neighborhood centered on decorative houseboats
and a partly tree-lined, three-way junction of canals.
Little Venice is one of London's prime residential areas and contains restaurants, shops, theatres, and pubs.
A refreshing site and something you do not expect to see in London.
If you have time, explore the nearby Paddington basin with Floating Pocket Park.
NUMBER 4: Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the most iconic royal building in the UK. It is the London residence
of Her Majesty the Queen and is one of only a few working royal palaces left in the world.
Don't miss the iconic ceremony of Changing the Guard, also known as Guard Mounting,
carried out by soldiers on active duty from the Foot Guards. They have guarded the Sovereign
and the Royal Palaces since 1660. Check the description box for the link to the updated guard
mounting timetable. And while you are in the area, take a walk around beautiful St James's Park.
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NUMBER 3: Shopping
From high-end department stores to quirky boutiques, London is a shopper's paradise.
One of the best places to start your shopping spree is Oxford Street, the busiest shopping street in Europe.
Continue to the nearby SoHo neighborhood, home to a truly unique shopping experience,
like the famous Carnaby shopping street or Liberty London.
If you are in the area, visit the fashionable Regent Street
that passes through Piccadilly Circus, also famous for dining and lifestyle.
If you love luxury department stores, don't skip Harrods, with over 5000 brands selling everything from
luxury accessories and clothing to the newest gadgets, prestigious furniture, and delicious food.
There are many other places worth exploring, like the unique Cyber dog store in Camden
with futuristic fashion, clubwear, and rave clothes. Check our travel guide for more information.
NUMBER 2: Parks & Gardens
There are many impressive green areas in London worth exploring.
Hyde Park is London's main park offering world-class events and concerts
and plenty of quiet places to relax. Walk around Princess Diana Memorial Fountain
or rent a boat to paddle around the lake.
Don't skip the nearby royal Kensington Palace with the vast Kensington Gardens
and picturesque Italian Gardens. Our favorite was The Regent's Park with plenty of paths
and a green areas to relax. Walk around beautiful lakes and breathtaking gardens,
including the Japanese Garden Island, and admire the animals.
NUMBER 1: Tower Bridge and Tower of London
Tower Bridge crosses the River Thames and was built at the end of the 19th century.
You can even take a boat ride that goes under Tower Bridge.
Don't miss the two essential attractions nearby
- the historic castle Tower of London from the 11th century, which is famous for holding
many infamous prisoners as well as housing the crown jewel, and the remains of the Roman Wall
built in the 2nd and 3rd century. Most of the buildings in London were destroyed throughout
its 2000-year history. However, you’ll still find Roman and other ruins spread throughout
the city that are still visible today. Check our travel guide for more suggestions.
And here is the bonus attraction that we promised.
Did you know that the Prime Meridian Line,
an imaginary line like the equator dividing the earth into the eastern and western hemispheres,
is located in Greenwich, a village near London? You can actually see the line and cross it.
How cool is that? And while you are in the area, explore other attractions,
like Cutty Sark, the iconic sailing ship, the fastest ship of its time.
Continue to our video on what you should know before visiting London.