Palace, Monument

Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the British monarch, and a place for representative visits and ceremonies. The monumental residence of the British monarchs was rebuilt in 1829 in the Classical and Georgian architectural styles. Buckingham Palace became the main royal residence in 1837 during the reign of Queen Victoria. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn…

Tower, Historic building

Big Ben is one of the world’s most famous landmarks, and you’ll find replicas of the London original all over the world. Big Ben is the nickname given to the bell housed in the tallest of the Elizabeth Towers at the Palace of Westminster; however, the name is generally used to refer to the entire clock tower. The ‘Big Ben’ clock tower is one of London’s main landmarks and, thanks to its location on the banks of the River Thames, is visible from…

Ferris wheel

The London Eye is the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe, which has been making tourists' visits more enjoyable since 1999, and was even the largest in the world until 2006. The London Eye sits right on the River Thames opposite the Palace of Westminster and the famous Big Ben tower. Since its opening, the London Eye has held an almost constant position as the number 1 most visited attraction in the UK. [btn "Hotels overlooking the Thames" https:/…

Historic Bridge

Tower Bridge is London’s most famous bridge and one of the loveliest places to take a stroll along the Thames. You can walk across the bridge for free at any time, whilst a ticket grants access to the upper walkways with glass floors, both towers and the historic engine room. [btn "Buy an official ticket for Tower Bridge" https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-6486361-15065626?sid=p-londyn-twrbridge-btn&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getyourguide.com%2Fen-gb…

Castle

The Tower of London is a medieval castle where the Crown Jewels are kept and which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The centrepiece of the castle complex is the White Tower, built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, around which walls and other towers were gradually erected over time. [btn "Buy a ticket to the Tower of London" https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-6486361-15065626?sid=p-londyn-tower&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww…

Palace

Houses of Parliament, also known as , is the seat of the UK Parliament. Both houses of Parliament – the House of Lords and the House of Commons – are based here. Westminster Palace also includes the famous Elizabethan clock tower, better known as Big Ben. [btn "Top 10 hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-westminsterpalace] Architecture and history The first building was constructed as…

City Quarter, Market

Covent Garden is one of those places that’s almost always packed, yet I wouldn’t have missed it on my first visit to London. We both enjoyed it there. I like lively places, and Covent Garden strikes me as one of London’s natural hubs. The historic market itself isn’t very big. It took me about half an hour to walk through it, watch the street performers and soak up the atmosphere. However, Covent Garden is also an entire neighbourhood full of…

Department store, Lookout, Historic building

For me personally, Battersea Power Station is one of the most interesting attractions in London. This monumental former power station now forms the centrepiece of a new neighbourhood on the banks of the Thames. Inside, you’ll find shops and restaurants, whilst the surrounding area features a pedestrian zone, a park and modern buildings; one of the chimneys is home to the unique observation lift, The Chimney Lift. If you’re visiting London for…

Museum

With more than 8 million exhibits, the British Museum is one of the largest in the world. It is also one of the world's most respected and celebrated museums of history and culture, and is the oldest major public museum in Britain today. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-brmuseum] The British Museum opened its doors to the public in 1753 and in its time has managed to…

Monastery, Cathedral

Westminster Abbey is one of the most significant buildings within the Church of England. It is the traditional venue for coronations and weddings, as well as the final resting place of British monarchs. [btn "Buy a ticket to the cathedral" https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-6486361-15065626?sid=p-londyn-westminster-abbey&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getyourguide.com%2Flondon-l57%2Flondon-westminster-abbey-entrance-ticket-t399163%2F%3Franking_uuid…

Square

Piccadily Circus is probably the most famous transport hub in London. And even though it's just a crossroads, there's so much to see. The most famous symbols are probably the Shaftesbury Memorial and Eros, the fountain with the angel of Christian charity standing on one leg on top. [btn "The cheapest hotels in central London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-piccadilly] Piccadilly Square is often…

Amusement park, For kids

Have you fallen for the stories of Harry Potter and his wizarding world? Or have you just been enthralled by the film adaptation of the seven-part Potter saga? Either way, when you visit London, don't miss the Warner Bros film studios, where much of the filming of all the Harry Potter episodes took place. [btn "The best family hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-harrypotter] The Harry…

Cathedral, Lookout

St Paul’s Cathedral is the seat of the Anglican Bishop of London, and its 111-metre-high dome is one of the city’s main landmarks. A paid visit is well worth it, particularly for the combination of the monumental interior, the crypt and the view from the dome. From the highest point, the Golden Gallery, you can see the centre of London from all angles. [btn "Buy a ticket to St Paul’s Cathedral" https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-6486361-15065626?sid…

Bridge

The Millennium Bridge is a pedestrian bridge across the Thames, linking the area around St Paul’s Cathedral with the Tate Modern and the South Bank. It takes just a few minutes to cross the bridge, but we recommend taking your time. It offers beautiful views of the Thames, the boats, St Paul’s Cathedral and the modern buildings of the City of London. You won’t be able to see Big Ben or Tower Bridge from the Millennium Bridge. Nevertheless, for…

Market

Borough Market was one of the most pleasant surprises for me during my visit to London. Anyone who reads our guides more closely will already know that I’m a huge fan of markets and street food. We actually stumbled upon Borough Market quite by chance. We were walking from Millennium Bridge to Tower Bridge, and my girlfriend wanted to stop by the house where Bridget Jones was filmed. The colourful stalls, the aroma of food, the hustle and…

Museum, For kids

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum is one of the most popular tourist attractions in London. Inside, you'll find extremely realistic mannequins of famous British and international figures, many of which you'll realistically doubt aren't real. Madame Tussauds brand London's wax museum was founded in 1835 by French sculptor Marie Tussauds. It is the first and original Madame Tussauds branded museum. Since then, the brand has become a literal global…

Lookout, Garden

Garden at 120 was ultimately the only one of the three free viewing points in the City of London that we visited. We only planned our trip to London four days in advance, and slots at both the Sky Garden and Horizon 22 were already fully booked. However, you don’t need a booking for Garden at 120, and entry is free. If you want to stay within walking distance of the viewing platform, the Motel One London–Tower Hill is usually a more affordable…

Skyscraper, Lookout

In 2012, London gained a striking new landmark in the form of The Shard, a glass skyscraper over 300 metres tall. However, you may also come across the alternative names London Bridge Tower or Shard London Bridge. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-shard] The height and appearance of the skyscraper The building’s name says it all, really. The skyscraper is built with…

Skyscraper

The skyscraper, officially known somewhat prosaically as 30 St Mary Axe after its exact address, is known to no Londoner as anything other than The Gherkin. Completed in 2004, this new-futuristic high-rise earned its nickname and popularity thanks to its unusual and all-conquering shape of small pickles. [btn "Modern hotels in London here" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-gherkin] The Gherkin reaches a…

Shopping class

London's Oxford Street is one of the most important thoroughfares in the central London Borough of Westminster and is one of the world's most famous shopping streets. Oxford Street is especially enjoyed by lovers of clothes, fashion and accessories. Beautifully decorated in the run-up to Christmas, the street is one of the busiest places in London. [btn "Book your central London hotel in advance" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html…

Market

We visited Leadenhall Market mainly because of the locations featured in the Harry Potter films. But I’d go there again even without them. The colourful Victorian roof, cobbled arcades and ornate shops create one of the prettiest corners of the City of London. [btn "Book a hotel in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-leadenhall] Leadenhall Market is quite touristy and doesn’t feel as authentic as…

Park

Hyde Park is the largest park and oasis of green space in central London and, together with Kensington Gardens which directly adjoins Hyde Park, forms a natural area of over 2.5 square kilometres. The boundary between Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens is formed by West Carriage Drive, which is a street that can be used by cars. However, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens form a single area and the whole area is often referred to as Hyde Park. …

Park, Zoo, Lookout

Regent's Park and the adjacent Primrose Hill are among the most popular natural areas in the heart of London. After Hyde Park, which is connected to Kensington Gardens, Regent's Park is the second largest green space in London. [btn "Find a hotel in a quiet neighbourhood" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-regentpark] The park was created during the 19th century at the instigation of the Prince Regent,…

Park, Lookout, Monument, Museum

Greenwich is a borough in east London and a very popular place to visit, relax and have fun. You'll find several attractions together, but most tourists are attracted by the most famous one: nultý poledník - Prime Meridian of The World. It was here, at Greenwich Observatory, that the zero meridian was defined and it is from here that world time is calculated. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html…

Gallery

Tate Modern is one of the most famous contemporary modern art galleries in the world and is part of the Tate Gallery network. However, the Modern is by far the most visited part of the Tate Gallery. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-tate] Modern Art Collections Since its founding in the 19th century, the Tate Gallery has focused on British art as well as world…

Square

Trafalgar Square is meant to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 and is considered the true centre of London. It is in Trafalgar Square that all the major demonstrations take place, it is the site of the main Christmas tree and the most exuberant New Year's Eve celebrations from across London. [btn "The cheapest hotels in central London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-trafalgar] The northern…

Lookout

As the name suggests, the Sky Garden is a park in the clouds. You’ll find this public garden on the top three floors of a modern skyscraper built in 2014 at 20 Fenchurch Street. [btn "The cheapest hotels in central London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-skygarden] An indoor garden with a view The Sky Garden is a truly original use of the top floors of a skyscraper and one of the most popular viewing…

Street

Shad Thames is a short, cobbled street tucked away just behind Tower Bridge. The dark-brick warehouses, iron footbridges high above the street and the narrow space create one of the most photogenic spots in London. We would probably have walked right past Shad Thames without noticing it. However, my partner spotted it on Instagram and, as we were passing by, we popped in. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb…

City Quarter, Market

The Camden district is very popular for its markets and you can find everything from fashion, hipster or stylish hauls. There are also a variety of quirky items, bits of clothing, as well as antiques and furniture. [btn "Find cheap hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-camden] The best marketplaces in Camden Camden's city centre is actually surrounded by several marketplaces, closely…

City Quarter

Chinatown in the Soho area concentrates London's large Asian minority. Nowadays, you can go here especially for a typical meal and to soak up the Chinese atmosphere. However, in the past, this area was known more for its opium dens and slums. [btn "View stylish hotels in central London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-chinatown] Taste traditional cuisine Although Chinatown in Soho is now home to a…

Palace

The official residence of the less prominent members of the Royal Family is in Kensington Gardens on the west side of Hyde Park. [btn "The 10 best hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-kensington] The Royal Residence Built by the Earl of Nottingham in 1605, the original building was then still outside the gates of the capital. In 1689, the Baroque residence was bought by William of Orange,…

City Quarter

Marylebone is probably my favourite London neighbourhood. At first glance, it’s a bit like Mayfair, but it’s less upmarket and much more down-to-earth. Instead of limousines and the most expensive boutiques, you’ll find smaller shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday city life here. I liked Chiltern Street best. It’s quiet, beautifully kept and feels more authentic than the tourist spots right in the city centre. If you want to get to know…

Street

The official residence of the British Prime Minister is 10 Downing Street. And everybody knows him at least from the films, where he is often the focus of cameras and cameras, as in Bridget Jones's Diary or Love Actually. [btn "Top 10 hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-downing] Home of the British Prime Ministers 10 Downing Street has been home to British Prime Ministers since 1731,…

Theatre, Historic building

William Shakespeare is undoubtedly one of the world's most famous writers, poets and playwrights. His timeless plays are still performed around the world today, but his fame began nowhere else but London. [btn "View luxury hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-globe] History and building replicas The theatre associated with William Shapeskear was built on the south bank of the Thames…

Museum

If you are interested in the history of seafaring, exploration and colonial trade voyages, then you should definitely not miss National Maritime Museum (NMM) in the Greenwich area. [btn "Book your central London hotel in advance" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-oxford] National Maritime Museum The NMM contains plenty of artefacts, interactive displays and rooms with documentary screenings. You can…

City Quarter

On the eastern edge of central London, the Barbican Estate attracts all lovers of architecture, urbanism and city planning. The distinctive concrete estate is one of the most famous examples of brutalism in the world, but it is complemented by refining elements that create an ideal living environment. [btn "Modern hotels in London here" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-barbican] History and present day…

Stadium, Museum

Wimbledon is undoubtedly the most famous and the oldest tennis tournament in the world. It is part of the highest category of the world's Grand Slam tennis tournaments. The tournament takes its name from the district in which it has been played since 1877. [btn "Top 10 hotels in London" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/london.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-londyn-wimbledon] The Grand Slam tournament is traditionally played in June/July every year.…

Monument, Lookout

The Great Fire of London Memorial is located 62 m from the original site of the fire, 62 m is the total height of the monument. You can reach the top of the monument in the form of a Doric column by climbing 311 steps and enjoy a pleasant view. If you just stay on the ground at the base of the pedestal, you can see the relief depicting burning London as well as the allegory of liberty. Interestingly, not many people died during the Great Fire…

Stadium

Stamford Bridge is the home stadium of the "Blues" or Chelsea FC. The current capacity includes 42,055 spectators and currently the club's management is very interested in expanding the capacity. You might get to see a match and you might just choose to take a tour of the stadium, either way a visit to one of the most famous football stadiums in the world is definitely an experience for all fans. [btn "The cheapest hotels in central London"…

Park

St James’s Park is one of the most delightful places to stop off in central London. Within a small area, it features a lake with pelicans, beautiful views of London’s landmarks and well-tended gardens, situated right between Buckingham Palace, Westminster and Trafalgar Square. You don’t need to plan a separate visit just for the park. It works best as a pleasant walk between the city’s most famous landmarks. Allow 30–60 minutes to walk through…