London is the capital of the United Kingdom and England. This 21st-century city contains many rich places where we need to travel at least one time if anyone planning for traveling to London. The city is rounded with many historical places also. From the iconic Big Ben clock tower to the London Eye across the Thames River, the entire city is as beautiful as a beautiful canvas painting. Being a popular tourist destination, it receives many tourists so planning a trip can be stressful that’s why WhatsOn made a list of the 10 must-see places in London.
The London Eye
The London Eye is located on the South Bank of the River Thames in London, this is also called the Millennium wheel.  The wheel is counted the fourth tallest in the world and the tallest in Europe. The wheel has 32 capsules numbered 1 to 33. Excluding number 13 because a passenger capsule was turned into a royal capsule to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation in 2013. On different occasions, the wheels light up in different colors throughout the year. From the London Eye, almost all the city’s landmarks are seen including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, and The Tower Bridge. It takes about 30 minutes to make a rotation, Purchase tickets online to avoid long lines.
Know more- https://www.londoneye.com/
Big Ben
The great bell of the striking clock is Big Ben, not the whole tower structure as most people think, it keeps locals punctual as its time is accurate and precise. Using Victorian mechanisms, it also has a few light bulbs on each face for visibility. Each hour the clock jingle and smaller bells are heard every fifteen minutes. For the time adjustment penny coins are used and removing or adding the coins can alter the seconds of time. Unfortunately, Big Ben is temporarily closed for maintenance but people are still allowed to visit the Palace of Westminster. The places are set to resume soon.
Know More- https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/building/palace/big-ben/
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the place of the Queen where royal and national events take place. It sits in the heart of London surrounded by Green Park and St James Park. The Palace got 775 rooms and covers 39 acres of land as a whole. When the Queen is not in the residence the gorgeous state rooms are open to the public. The palace is protected by guards and the guard changing ceremony takes place on certain days starting at 10:45 am. The literal handover happens at 11:00 am which is accompanied by music. The place is rich with Queen’s gallery which includs about 450 works. The Clarence House which is the residence of the Prince of Wales is just behind the Buckingham Palace. The Household Guards Museum, Cavalry Museum, and the Victoria Monument can also be found here.
Know More- https://www.royal.uk/search?tags%5B0%5D=Buckingham%20Palace
Palace of Westminster
A tour of the Palace of Westminster will give you a how Big Ben and the Parliament were constructed. A vast historical art and cultural collections are displayed in the Palace which is a part of the Magna Carta and numerous royal and parliamentarian. Its lavish decoration is proof that why the construction went over budget. The Westminster Hall is the oldest hall of the Houses of Parliament and the house lies a 24 karat gold throne that has a few angels, a gilt crown, heraldic shields, and knights and is upholstered in scarlet velvet. Inside the Palace of Westminster, there is a gym, post office, pub, and hair salon and in the central lobby member of parliament meet each other.
Know More- https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/building/palace/
Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussauds is a famous wax museum founded in 1835 and named after Marie Tussaud. On display at the museum, there are many wax figures stated. From famous sports stars, historical figures, politicians, and the Royal Family all the wax structures could be found in it. You can also find sculptures by Marie Tussaud in the museum’s history. A wax figure of Madame Tussaud could be found here which she did of herself a few years before she died. In the museum, the Incredible Hulk is the largest while Tinker Bell is the smallest figure made by Madame Tussauds.
Know More- https://www.madametussauds.com/london/
Tower Bridge
More than 120 years ago London Tower Bridge was officially opened by the Prince of Wales. Tower Bridge holds its name from the Tower of London which is on one side of the bridge and it influenced the final design of the bridge. The London tower bridge usually opens once a day to allow boats to go through. Anyone can enjoy the breathtaking view of London as seen from the bridge. Other attractions are the high-level walkway, glass floors, and visit the engine rooms. Get a ticket to experience the view.
Know More- https://www.towerbridge.org.uk/
St Paul’s Cathedral
St Paul’s Cathedral is built between 1675 and 1711. This is an Anglican church that has one of the biggest domes in the world. The Whispering Gallery is a famous site in the building which add fun due to how well sound travels in it. This is because of the special way the dome was built. Various time periods and memorials to notable Britons are represented inside alongside different art types. Sir Christopher Wren was the architect that’s why he got the honor of being the first person to be buried in the tomb. The cathedral has hosted weddings of famous figures and burials.
Know More- https://www.stpauls.co.uk/
Tower of London
The Tower has been standing for over 900 years built by William the Conqueror, in 1066. The Tower of London had many roles including a royal palace, jewel house, royal zoo, fortress, prison, arsenal, and a place of execution. About 6 ravens are kept with clipped wings to avoid them going too far from home. The ravens are kept here purely due to the superstition that the kingdom will fall if the ravens leave. Things to do in the Tower of London include visiting the Jewel House, touring the Royal Mint, seeing the Medieval Palace, going to the Chapel Royal of St. Peter ad Vincula, and Tower Green, where executions took place. For an inner view, anyone should be collected the tickets.
Know More- https://www.hrp.org.uk/tower-of-london/
Oxford Street
Oxford Street seemed similar to Champs-Elysees in Paris and Istiklal Caddesi in Istanbul. The street offers cuisines of different countries like India and Mexico. The street is home to popular clothing stores that anyone who loves fashion will love. The Flying Horse is the only remaining pub on Oxford Street and Coffee shops and cafes are many for those who wish to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the busy street. The red buses are also popular among tourists and are photographed a lot by anyone passing through Oxford Street.
Know More- https://www.oxfordstreet.co.uk/
The British Museum
The British Museum was Opened in 1759, the first national museum and the oldest museum in the world now. It is among the first buildings in London to have electricity and the electricity was installed in 1879. The British Museum houses over 8 million artifacts that’s why the museum had to open London’s Natural History Museum which holds natural history specimens. The British Library got a large number of manuscripts and books.
Know More- https://www.britishmuseum.org/
A trip to England wouldn’t be complete without seeing this top 10 attractions in London. London has luxurious hotels with scenic views of the famous sites in the city as it is one of the most visited cities in the world.
