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Top Places Of Interest To Visit When In London
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The London Eye
Structurally, the London Eye in South Bank is a wonder to behold. However, this rotating observatory wheel that soars a staggering 135m above the River Thames is a fun and memorable way of viewing London. A clear day is the best time to go for a half-hour ride in the observation wheel.
Changing The Guard
Tourists visiting London in the months of May through to July will have the opportunity to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony held at the Buckingham Palace. The event will take place every day through the two months at 11.30am and visitors should try arriving 15 minutes early to find a good spot to view the event. The Horse Guards Arch will host the Mounted Guard Change, which will take place at 11 am, from Monday through Saturday and 10 am on Sundays. The Dismounting Ceremony will be held at 4 pm.
Tower Of London
The Tower of London was once the city’s highest structure, but it is now dwarfed by numerous skyscrapers. Over its existence, the tower located on Tower-hill has been used as an armory, a place for executions, palace, barracks, prison, and mint. As such, its stories range from the scary to the touching. For families touring the city, the Yeoman Warders, and the White Tower that has the block and axe are fun sections for the kids.
Wallace Collection
The Wallace Collection comprises of painting and decorative art pieces from the 18th century and was, along with the townhouse home in Manchester Square, was donated to the Country on condition that the collection is never loaned.
Hampton Court Palace
Annexed by King Henry VIII, the Cardinal Wolsey’s extravaganza held by the riverside in Richmond will be turning 500 years, and plans of year-round celebratory events are underway. Visitors should plan to explore the Tudor’s Renaissance structural design and wonderful gardens at the Hampton Court Palace. The Courts maze is a fun place for kids and adults alike to play around and get lost. The Great Vine is also a huge attraction. Tourists can opt to do by train or by boat.
View From Parliament Hill
From the top of the hill on Hampstead Heath, local and tourists alike have had a superb view of the changes that took place and continue to take place in the city below. The view from atop Parliament Hill stretches from Olympic Park in the east of London to Westminster in the west. Besides the view, people go there for picnics and some to fly their kites. People take the London Overground at Hampstead Heath or the Gospel Oak. The Hampstead Underground is the other alternative public transportation.
Emirates Air Line
The Emirates Air Line is a cable car ride transportation running over the River Thames linking the Royal Docks with Greenwich Peninsula. It is a fun way of experience some aerial sightseeing of London, but the ride lasts only five minutes during the weekdays and 10 minutes during the weekends, taking riders to a height of 295ft for a panoramic view of the city.
A Cruise In Greenwich
The star attraction is the river and the many famous sights that are of a simple walking distance from each other. A boat ride along the river is a memorable way of taking in the charms of Greenwich. A quick stop at the Royal Observatory or the Cutty Sark Clipper will add to the overall experience of the boat ride.
Sir John Soane’s Museum
Visitors can enjoy a candlelit opening at the Sir John Soane’s Museum, which has free entry every Tuesday to Saturday. However, guided tours will be charged £10 and has specific days that are Tuesday and Friday, Wednesday and Thursday, the set times being 11.30am and 3.30pm, respectively.
