In this article on the 10 places and attractions to visit on a trip to London, we name the places you cannot miss in the cosmopolitan capital of the United Kingdom.
Museums, theaters, art galleries, parks, there is so much to see that it is difficult to know what to visit first. With this list, which for us is one of the best cities in the world, we want to help you organize your trip.
What to visit on a trip to London
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British Museum
On a trip to London, you can't miss a visit to the British Museum, it's huge. Whenever we visit the city we do not hesitate to make a stop there.
The museum is divided into several galleries, our favorite area is the one in Egypt, where the Rosetta Stone and the Egyptian mummies are found. We recommend you book the free guided tour of the British Museum in Spanish so you don't miss a thing.
Best of all, admission to the museum is free, open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Fridays until 8:30 p.m.
Palace of Westminster and Big Ben
In the Palace of Westminster, also known as The Houses of Parliament, are the Parliament of the United Kingdom and the Clock Tower.
It is possible to enter the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey on a tour of the Houses of Parliament, this tour is only available on Saturdays. It is one of the things that remains pending for us.
Camden Town
Camden Town is a district of London located to the north of the city. The famous and extravagant Camden Street Market is located there. Although every day it opens from 10:00 to 18:00, during the weekend it is filled with tourists from all over the world.
Camden Town is a must-see. Along with the British Museum, it is one of our favorite places in the capital.
London eye
The best panoramic view of London is from the top of its emblematic Ferris wheel. From its heated glass cabins, you will have a 360º view of the most famous monuments of the city.
Buckingham Palace
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It is also used for official ceremonies and state visits.
One of the country's most emblematic traditions, the changing of the guard, takes place here. In summer it is possible to enjoy this experience every day at 11:30.
It is possible to visit the interior of Buckingham Palace with a guided tour or a skip-the-line tour that includes the changing of the guard.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Madame Tussauds museum is one of the most visited tourist attractions in London. In it you can walk the red carpet and take photos with your favorite artists, actors, musicians, athletes, writers, or world leaders, there are also several interactive areas and a 4D experience of Marvel Superheroes.
Hyde Park
Located in the heart of London, Hyde Park is the oldest and largest of the city's eight royal parks, and our favorite ever since we visited. In it, you can see both tourists and locals, walk, read, rest, play, play sports, eat or enjoy nature in the center of the city.
Hyde Park has a long history as a place of protest, still home to Speakers' Corner, where every Sunday morning you can hear people from all walks of life share their views. This is another of the essential places to visit on a trip to London.
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge is another of London's icons and one of the most recognizable structures in the world. It combines the features of a bascule bridge and a suspension bridge on the River Thames. It is built in Victorian style and is 244 meters long.
It is possible to walk freely on the bridge, but to access the towers, the upper walkways, or the engine rooms, it is necessary to visit the Tower Bridge exhibition.
With the 24-Hour River Thames and Tower Bridge Exhibition Pass you get 24-hour use of the River Thames tour boats and entry into the exhibition.
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus is a crossroads between Regent street, Piccadilly Street, and Shaftesbury Avenue, which has become one of the most famous places in London for its illuminated billboards. The first signs were put up in 1910.
There is also a square with a fountain and the sculpture of Eros. We recommend walking from Piccadilly Circus to Oxford Street, one of our favorite streets in London.
River Thames Cruise
A cruise on the River Thames is one of the must-do activities to do at least once if you travel to London. It is an ideal place to relax after walking the streets of the British capital. There are many types of cruises and with very varied prices. Here is a list for you to choose the one that best suits you.
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