10 sights to see in London

London is not just one of Europe’s most beautiful capitals. It’s also one of the most colourful cities in the world. At any time of year and in any weather, a trip to London is an unforgettable adventure. You’re all familiar with London’s famous fog and smog. The city is particularly lovely in the summer when the weather is clear, inviting you to take long walks and relax on benches or on the lawns of the great London parks. For tourists, London is easily accessible, with booklets and maps to help with your sightseeing.

There are also two double-decker tour buses that are equipped with headphones with simultaneous translation in several languages. From the windows of such buses is very convenient to see the sights of the British capital.

Another of London’s tourist attractions is the city’s many pubs, where you’ll find hearty, reasonably priced meals. And the shops and malls often have special sales that offer great value for money.

The Eye of London Ferris Wheel

This is perhaps London’s newest landmark. The wheel is 136-metre high and sits on the south bank of the River Thames. Visitors can take a tour of London from special cabins that seat up to 25 people each. The wheel is remarkable in that it is also evidence of the very great superstitiousness of the British: all the booths in the attraction are numbered, but the number 13 booth is not, and the number 12 is followed by the number 14 booth.

Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is a place in London that is simply impossible not to visit when you come to the British capital. Until 1820 the square was occupied by the King’s stables. When they were demolished and a central London square was built, it was named after one of Britain’s most momentous military victories – the victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.

Trafalgar Square is famous not only for its beauty and the famous monument to Admiral Nelson in the centre, but also for being the ‘kilometre zero’ for the three main streets of the British capital. The square is flanked by several embassy buildings as well as the London National Gallery.

Madame Tussauds Museum London

Founded in 1835 it is one of the world’s most colourful and famous museums. It was founded by a famous wax artist who travelled all over England with her collection. Now the museum has 14 thematic halls with more than a thousand exhibits. These are our famous contemporaries (politicians, famous actors and musicians) and celebrities from different epochs. The Cabinet of Horrors is particularly popular. A visit to the museum will not be cheap – for a ticket will cost about 30 euros, but the pleasure is worth it.

Tower of London

The Tower of London is a major landmark. The Tower was once a fortress, royal residence and even a prison. It was an elite prison with many intellectuals, aristocrats and even royalty among its inmates. The present day Tower is a royal treasure house and museum with many exhibits on British history.

Buckingham Palace

Home to Britain’s monarchs, Buckingham Palace has been closed to the public for centuries. It only reopened to the public in the late 1990s. The magnificent palace complex with its magnificent garden occupies 20 hectares. The palace is open to the public on a special timetable. But when receptions and events involving the royal family are held there, the site is closed to visitors on those days.

British Museum

One of the world’s leading museums and one of the largest collections of artefacts on the planet. In total the collection of the British Museum – a collection of about 7 million items, representing virtually the entire history of mankind: from ancient times to the present. The museum is divided into themed halls, while the British Museum Library has the status of a separate exhibition. There are also some very interesting tours of London sights under the auspices of the museum.

Tower Bridge

It’s hard to verify now, but when construction of this magnificent structure was completed in the late 19th century many Londoners resented it as gaudy and ugly. Today it’s one of London’s most haunted landmarks. There are viewing platforms in its turrets overlooking the River Thames and the city. 

London National Gallery

This is another iconic world museum located in London. Its collection includes many paintings by some of the greatest artists from the Renaissance to the present day. The museum is remarkable in that it’s free to visit, with a dedicated children’s playroom and several cafes that invite children to take a break while browsing through the exhibitions.

Westminster Abbey

A beautifully preserved building from the 12th century that’s simply too grand to miss when you’re in London. After all, it’s where all the British monarchs are crowned. Also in the abbey there is a tomb, where many great Englishmen found their last resting place, for example, Isaac Newton, George Gordon Byron, Charles Darwin and others.

Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens

It’s hard to imagine now, but in the 16th century English monarch Henry 8 set up a hunting ground on this land bought by the king’s court from Westminster Abbey. But over the years, the area has changed beyond recognition. And now Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are both a venue for lively debate on current social and political issues and a masterpiece of garden art.