Hello Bloggineers, we're in London, England, and we're going to show you the top 10 things you can do here.
Number one is Westminster Abbey.
Protip: get here before 9 a.m. to avoid the crowd.
The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066 and the setting for many other great events and the life of the nation.
This is the burial place of kings and queens and of other distinguished figures in the nation's history.
We're picking up a device that will give us a self-guided tour.
Unfortunately photography is not allowed in the building.
Number two is the Postal Museum.
This museum reveals Britain's remarkable social and communications history through the eyes of an iconic service.
We're picking up a scavenger hunt ,and we'll be looking for stamps throughout the museum.
I found one.
There are fun hands on display such as this pneumatic system that lets you send messages through a tube.
We're turning in our scavenger hunt for a souvenir.
We're going to ride on a miniature train and experience 15 minutes of immerse underground exploration.
We're going back in time through their original tunnels and station platforms of London's 100-year old postal railway.
Next we're going to explore the Mail Rail Exhibition.
Brother and I are racing our trains by turning the wheel.
Next we are going to play at a traveling post-office.
Lastly, Brother is going to play in the children's room.
I'm delivering mail.
Number three is the Tower of London.
This is an iconic medieval castle with centuries of history.
First we're stopping by the Welcome Centre to pick up some activity books.
We're walking through the part of the tower built by Edward the first and his father Henry the third.
This is the chamber of King Edward.
We are climbing up to another tower.
You can get a view of Tower Bridge from here.
In this section, you can see many artifacts from the nobles such as this portable altarpiece.
Next we're entering the Broad Arrow Tower which was used for defense.
We're looking at some crossbows.
Did you know there is a zoo at the castle? Exotic animals were exchanged among powerful rulers to impress each other.
Brother and I are playing with some interactive displays.
It's time to check out the crown jewels.
This is where crowns, robes, and other ceremonial objects are kept.
Unfortunately photography is not allowed in here.
Lastly we're watching a British guard. Brother, don't try to make him laugh.
Number four is the London Transport Museum.
This museum explores a story of London and its transport system over the last 200 years.
We learned that the word 'bus' comes from 'omnibus' which means for all in Latin.
And we got to go inside one.
We're playing with some hands-on exhibits.
London's first horse tram was 1870.
Guess when New York's first horse tram was?
Ta-da!
This model shows the construction of the Underground.
We're also collecting stamps up stations around the museum.
Next we're playing in the kiddie area.
We're climbing aboard this double-decker.
Now we're looking at an exhibit on the Underground.
We're in an old-fashioned subway car.
Lastly, we're playing with the train simulator.
I'm pushing down on the brake to stop the train.
Brother, release the door for the passengers.
Oh, no, the train got detached from the power source.
I need to fix it before we can continue.
Number five is Saint Paul's Cathedral.
This is an Anglican Cathedral the seat of the Bishop of London and the Mother Church of the Diocese of London.
We're picking up a self-guided tour.
The device takes us to the highlights of the church.
There are even games you can play on the gadget.
We're looking at some classic art,
and contemporary pieces.
Now we're going to climb 528 steps to the top of the dome.
Watch out! Low ceiling ahead.
We have 152 more steps to go.
Whoa, you can see the ground floor of the Cathedral through this window.
Number six is Shakespeare's Globe.
This is a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, an Elizabeth and Playhouse for which William Shakespeare wrote his plays.
The original theatre was built in 1599, but was destroyed by a fire in 1613.
There are many costumes on display,
as well as an exhibition of props.
Ah! Scary faces!
I'm making a storm effect by turning this wind machine.
Now I'm going to make a poem.
It's time to go on a guided tour.
The docent is telling us that the Globe is built about 230 meters from the site of the original theatre.
Next she's picking us inside the Playhouse
We got a chance to see actors rehearsing for a show.
Don't forget to visit the gift shop before you leave.
Number seven is Churchill War Rooms.
This place showcases the life and legacy of Winston Churchill in the bunker and museum hidden beneath the streets of Westminster where he ran World War II.
This quote by Winston Churchill says "You ask, what is our aim? I can answer in one word: It is victory."
But that's three words. It. Is Victory.
In this gallery, we're learning about the life of the Prime Minister.
This interactive display shows the timeline and events in the life of Winston Churchill.
I didn't know Sir Winston was also an artist.
Now we're visiting the bunkers where Britain's leaders plotted the route to victory during the Second World War.
Finally, we're visiting the gift shop.
Number eight is Tate Modern.
This museum features International Modern and Contemporary Art.
And the best part is that it's free!
This display shows quotes from famous artists.
That looks like a cow. Moo!
We're going to draw on this carpet wall.
Lastly, we're going to the viewing level for a great sight of the city.
Number nine is Borough Market, and we're going to look for something to eat.
This is London's most renowned food and drink market, featuring British and international produce.
You can get many free samples here.
Now I'm going to eat a bacon cheeseburger.
Next we're having paella,
watermelon juice,
doughnut,
and candied fruit.
Number 10 is the British Museum.
This museum features over two million years of human history and culture.
Come on Brother, let's go look at some art.
We're going up to the next level.
This gallery showcases Rembrandt's drawings.
The next exhibit is on postcards.
And that's our top ten. We hope you enjoyed the video.