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BFI London IMAX
Cinema
Almost the height of five double-decker
buses, the BFI London IMAX combines state-of-the-art
digital sound and the world's most sophisticated
projection system to immerse viewers in the
ultimate cinematic experience. |
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British Airways
London Eye
At 135m high, the London Eye is the world's
tallest observation wheel. The 360 degree
rotation gives passengers unrivalled views
and amazing new perspectives of the city. |
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British Museum
The British Museum's international standing
and its key role in the display of the world's
and nation's heritage make it one of the most-visited
public buildings in London, contributing to
its cultural and economic life. |
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Buckingham
Palace Summer Tours
Buckingham Palace is the official London
residence of Her Majesty The Queen and
serves as both home and office. This
summer, when The Queen makes her annual
Scottish visit, the Palace's nineteen
state rooms are open to visitors. |
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Hampton Court Palace
Henry the VIII's magnificent Tudor palace
was updated with Baroque additions by Sir
Christopher Wren for William III & Mary
II. The Palace and its famous maze are set
in extensive gardens and parkland on the banks
of the River Thames. |
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Houses of
Parliament Summer Tours
The UK Parliament is one of the oldest
representative assemblies in the world.
The site of the Houses of Parliament
is the Palace of Westminster, a royal
palace and former residence of kings. |
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Kensington Palace
State Apartments
A royal residence since 1689, today visitors
can explore the magnificent State Apartments
and the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection
which includes dresses worn by HM Queen Elizabeth
II and Diana, Princess of Wales. |
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London Aquarium
Opened in County Hall in April 1997, The London
Aquarium offers people of all ages the chance
to see over 400 amazing species of fish and
animal life from oceans, lakes, rivers and
streams around the world. |
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London Dungeon
Deep in the heart of London, buried beneath the paving stones of historic Southwark, lies the World's most chillingly famous horror attraction bringing more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life... and death. |
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London Zoo
Home to over 12,000 animals, insects,
reptiles and fish. The London Zoo opened in
1828 and was the world's first scientific
zoo. The zoo claims the world's finest aquarium,
insect and reptile house. |
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Madame Tussaud's
and London Planetarium
This impressive waxworks museum offers
a unique chance to get up close with the brightest
stars of stage, screen, sport, history and
politics. Rub shoulders with stars of the
celestial kind at the Planetarium next door! |
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Museum of London
Discover the capital's history from prehistoric
times to the present at the Museum of London.
Popular exhibits include the Lord's Mayors
Coach, the Great Fire Experience and reconstructed
Victorian shops. |
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Natural History
Museum
The world's leading museum of natural
history with hundreds of exciting, interactive
exhibits range from the dramatic earthquake
experience, to the spectacular dinosaurs exhibition.
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Royal Festival
Hall
The Royal Festival Hall is Europe’s
largest arts organisation, located on London’s
culturally dynamic South Bank theres always
something going on at the festival hall, guaranteed! |
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Science Museum
The world's most comprehensive collection
of science, technology, industry and medicine.
Exhibits show the history of science from
the first steam locomotive to the first space
flight. |
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St Paul's Cathedral
Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece, built
to replace the old St Paul's destroyed by
the Great Fire of London. Climb into the whispering
gallery for its special audio effects and
interior views. |
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Tate Britain
The national collection of British paintings
from the 16th Century to the present day and
the international collection of 20th Century
painting and sculpture. |
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Tate Modern
The national collection of international
20th century art. No significant
artist is missed out. A brief roll call includes
Bacon, Picasso, Riley, Cragg, Mondrian, Max
Ernst, and many others. |
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Tower of London
One of the best days out to be had in
London. Fortress, palace, prison, arsenal
and garrison, the Tower is one of the best-preserved
fortified buildings in the world, and houses
the priceless crown jewels. |
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Victoria and Albert
Museum
The world's greatest museum of art and
design is situated in South Kensington. 7000
objects are on display, charting the development
of art and design from 3000BC to the present
day. |
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Westminster Abbey
The magnificent Westminster Abbey is primarily
a working church. It has been at the heart
of English history for nearly 1000 years,
being the setting for almost every coronation
since 1066. |
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