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Check out London's most popular tourist attractions, including the London
Eye, the National Gallery and Tower of London.
Many are free London attractions so there's no better place to soak up some
culture. Whether you prefer a historical sight, or modern art, you'll find it
here.
The capital's top 10 attractions are listed below in order of popularity
based on visitor numbers in 2008 or latest available numbers in the case of the
London Eye (2005) and Madame Tussauds (2000). For accessibility information see Top 10
London Attractions Accessibility
The imposing British Museum exhibits the works of man from prehistoric to
modern times with collections drawn from all around the world. Famous objects
include the Rosetta Stone, sculptures from the Parthenon and the Portland Vase.
The impressive Tate Modern is Britain's national museum of modern art. Housed
in the former Bankside Power Station on the banks of the River Thames, the
gallery displays major works by Matisse and Picasso as well as contemporary
work, exhibitions and installations.
The National Gallery houses one of the greatest collections of European
painting in the world. With paintings ranging from 1250 to 1900, the collection
includes work by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Turner,
Cezanne and Van Gogh.
As well as the permanent dinosaur exhibition, the Natural History Museum
boasts a collection of the biggest, tallest and rarest animals in the world.
Don't miss the life-sized Blue Whale model, the 40-million-year-old spider, the
earthquake simulator and an elephant bird egg.
The London Eye is a major feature of London's skyline. It is the world's
highest observation wheel and offers passengers spectacular views of over 55 of
London's most famous landmarks - all in just 30 minutes.
See, touch and experience the major scientific advances of the last 300 years
at the largest museum of its kind in the world. The Science Museum has over 40
galleries and 2000 hands-on exhibits, step into the future in the Wellcome Wing,
visit the IMAX cinema and virtual reality simulator.
The V&A celebrates all things art and design, and is home to 3,000 years
worth of amazing artefacts from many of the world's richest cultures. See their
amazing collection of ceramics, furniture, fashion, glass, jewellery,
photographs, sculpture, textiles and paintings.
At Madame Tussauds, you'll come face-to-face with some of the world’s most
famous faces. From Shakespeare to Britney you'll meet influential figures from
showbiz, sport, politics and even Royalty. Sing along with Kylie; strike a
penalty with Rooney or receive a once-in-a-lifetime audience with Her Majesty
the Queen.
Take a guided tour with one of the Yeoman Warders around one of the most
famous fortified buildings in the world. Discover its 900 year history as a
royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, mint, arsenal,
menagerie and jewel house.
One of the greatest maritime museums of the world containing models,
displays, paintings and trophies from every continent of the world. Children
find plenty to engage them in the All Hands gallery and have a go on the
professional ship simulator.
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