Central London Attractions
London's attractions are so diverse there is something for everyone. With all areas so easy to access and a great transport system, rich history and architecture, attractions in London are hard to beat. There are over 300 museums and galleries, numerous exhibitions of famous people, discoveries and artifacts, with sightseeing around every corner. Brief introductions to some of the more popular places to visit are included below,
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Museums & Galleries
London is home to some of the world's most famous works of art. Paintings from artists such as Gainsborough, Constable, Turner, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt and Picasso - the list is enormous, as well as numerous other galleries showing works by lesser known or up-and-coming artists. The major galleries are The National Portrait Gallery, The National Gallery, Tate Britain and Tate Modern. The museums are plentiful and range from displays of ancient artifacts to high-tech interactive displays, with The Victoria & Albert Museum, Natural History Museum and British Museum at the top of the list of must see places.
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Architecture & Design
You can find a piece of London's architectural history on nearly every street corner. Some of the most famous include the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. London also has modern designs such as the Millennium Bridge and 'The Gherkin' which has now become a landmark on the London Skyline.
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Famous People & Events
London has produced many characters that have become famous or infamous and there are many places to visit with exhibitions to learn about their lives. Popular places to visit are The Cabinet War Rooms where Winston Churchill directed the Second World War, Prince Henry's room which hosts the Samuel Pepys exhibition and Spencer House, once ancestral home of Diana, Princess of Wales.
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Parks & Gardens
London Parks are a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city; they are very popular in the summer months and home to some of London's wildlife, statues and memorials. Visit St James's Park; home to many ducks and birds, Kensington Gardens to see the Albert Memorial, Peter Pan statue and the Serpentine Gallery or Hyde Park for the Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain.
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Science & Technology
From Stephenson's Rocket to space rockets, you will find science and technology exhibits in London a rewarding experience. The London Science Museum brings science to life and is popular amongst families, or enjoy the Science Discovery Centre at the Natural History Museum. Also The Alexander Fleming laboratory is where penicillin was discovered.
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