A great place to take in medieval history and architecture, the Tower of London. We recommend taking a guided tour with one of the wardens for a witty and educational look at its history.
Ascend to the top "golden gallery," give yourself a minute to catch your breath, then have it taken away again with the breathtaking views!
A tour of the Houses of Parliament should be on everyone’s to-do list. It takes just over an hour and really gives you a witty insight into the British Government system, art, and history as well.
A medieval masterpiece, Westminster Abbey is filled with history and burials of many famous figures. Don’t forget to walk around the Cloisters and the Chapter House with the old wall paintings.
Looking for a place to eat to take a break from all the shopping? Try London Chinatown Restaurant for some amazing authentic spring rolls.
Did you know that in London you can find art underground? The following subway stations are worth a detour: Baker Steet, Tottenham Court Road and Charing Cross.
Buckingham Palace is well worth the guided tour. Also, don’t miss the changing of the guard which takes place daily at 11:30AM. Get there early to ensure you have a good view.
With over 1,000,000 square feet, the famous Harrods department store has everything you could imagine. Check out the food section where there’s a great selection of chocolate.
Be sure to climb all the way to the top for a panoramic view of London! This is a nice free alternative to a flight on the expensive London Eye.
Designed by architect Charles Barry as part of the Palace of Westminster, The Clock Tower was completed in 1859. Read more.
Kew Gardens is a magnificent World Heritage Site covering 300 acres with over 30,000 species of plants. Read more.
