London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom or Great Britain. Above all is the UK’s most important political, financial, cultural and artistic centre. But also is one of the world’s most important cities. Find here a huge ethnic, cultural and religious diversity, because is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world.

Firstly, you must know that London hosts the headquarters of numerous institutions and corporations of global importance. For example there are many important buildings: palaces, museums, theatres, concert halls, railway stations, embassies and consulates. Secondly, it is one of four major fashion capitals, alongside Paris, Milan and New York. But London is also a continuing and necessary wonder. Visit an always changing city, making your experience richer. In short, this city certainly has something for everyone. So what are you waiting for?

Historical attractions in London

Big Ben is one of the most important tourist attractions in London. Admire this emblem of the British capital, that looks delightful at night when the facade is lit. When the Parliament is in session a light shines over the clock’s facade. Moreover, there are 11 rooms inside the tower where members of Parliament can be jailed for violations of constitutional regulations. But this is very rare, with the last incident like this being recorded in the year 1880. The Big Ben Tower is not open for the general public, but from the outside it is even more impressive.

The Tower Bridge was built more than 100 years ago, in the Victorian era. So this bridge became one of London’s most important and well-known tourist attractions. Pedestrian passages were made to allow people to cross the Thames River. On the other hand, the bridge can be raised to allow large ships to pass.

The Tower of London is the most popular historical tourist attraction. Most importantly, you must know that it was founded by William the Conqueror.  Therefore, over a millennium of England’s history unfolded around it behind its walls. During past times Anne Boleyn was executed here, Guy Fawkes was interrogated and Richard II and Elizabeth I were imprisoned here. Standing guard on the bank of the Thames, the Tower of London is an impressive tourist attraction. Discover the hidden secrets that lie between its walls or marvel at the splendour of the crown jewels. On the other hand, look at the place where three queens were beheaded and explore the myths and legends that make visiting Tower of London an important moment of the city break in London.

Cultural attractions in London

Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the queen of Great Britain and was first opened to the public in 1993. Queen Victoria was the first monarch who established her residence in Buckingham Palace in 1837. And then major changes took place. Nowadays, Buckingham Palace is used not only as a residence for the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, but also for the administrative affairs of the monarchic institution. In addition, in the palace, Her Majesty receives official visits. During the year, the change of guards takes place in front of Buckingham Palace.

The National History Museum began as a private collection of one man. But during the years, it evolved slowly but surely until it became one of the largest nature history museums around the world. The museum is housed in a gorgeous neo-roman style building designed by Alfred Waterhouse. Part of the British Museum, the Museum of Natural History in London was founded by a simple donation to the United Kingdom heritage in the year 1753. The museum’s collection is enormous. For example, it contains over 70 million exhibits showing life on Earth and can become very overwhelming. The museum is divided into different areas, each of these areas focusing on a specific aspect from the life on Earth. The collection of dinosaur skeletons is one of the museum’s greatest attractions.

Other attractions in London

St. Paul’s Cathedral is the largest and most famous of the many churches in London. Located on the site of a Roman temple, the current structure was built after the original church was destroyed in the Great Fire in 1666. The cathedral contains many interesting artefacts and some monuments of some British people.

The London Eye is an extremely popular attraction, a giant wheel located on the southern bank of Thames. The structure of 135 meters in height was built as part of the celebration of the new millennium in the capital of Great Britain. London Eye is a symbol and a very important objective. Visit it like hundreds of thousands of other tourists annually. The wheel turns very slowly, allowing tourists to board without being completely stopped. A full turn takes about 30 minutes. Due to the special design of glass capsules, visitors have a 360 degree view of the entire British capital.

The best time to visit London is in the summer. The days are longer and the weather is much softer. Regardless of the season, the weather is very changing and it can quickly pass from sunny to cloudy, from dry to rainy, from hot to cold.

One of the world’s most visited cities, London has something for everyone: from history and culture to fine food and good times. London is a beloved destination all over the world – its elegance that imposes certain standards of behaviour and denotes a certain level of civilisation, sights, the unmistakable English accent, all at one this is the place where over 15 million tourists around the world arrive annually in London.

You can use a Visitor Oyster card on the underground, tram, bus, taxi, DLR and some National Rail and River Bus services. The Visitor Oyster card is valid in all travel zones and calculates the cheapest fare for the day.