The A to Z of London Sightseeing

A must-read guide for any visitor to London.

K to M

Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace was the home of the late Princess Diana after her divorce from Prince Charles in 1996. This beautiful and spacious palace in central London is open to the public. You can take in the finely decorated state rooms as well as a splendid exhibition, the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, (including dresses so wide that the lady who was wearing them was unable sit down). Afterwards, you can take a stroll in the charming Kensington Gardens- the former grounds of the Palace. Here, you will find the statue of Peter Pan, the boy who never grew up, among many other statues and beautiful fountains.
Tel: 020 7967 8000
Tube: High St Kensington, Queensway

London Zoo
London Zoo was opened in 1828 and it is one of the world's oldest zoos. Meeting the demands of modern times, the Zoo now keeps fewer species in animal friendly environments and focuses on education and conservation. Including the Web of Life (consisting of 65 animal exhibitions), the Aquarium and Children's Zoo, it is well worth a visit.
Regent's Park NW1 / Tel: 020 7722 3333
Tube: London Bridge

Madame Tussaud's
Rub shoulders with the rich and famous at Madame Tussaud's. Have your picture taken beside Pierce Brosnan or Kylie Minogue. At the Grand Hall you can meet the Royal Family, and in the Chamber of Horrors you'll find one of Jack the Ripper's victims. You can even see Madame Tussaud herself at work.
Marylebone Rd NW1 / Tel: 0870 400 3000
Tube: Camden

Museum of London
If you want to take in the history of London, the Museum of London is the place to go. The vivid exhibitions and displays tell the story of the capital from prehistoric times to the present. The collection includes the Archaeological Archive, containing many items from excavations in London and various authentic Victorian shop fronts. Eyewitness accounts bring the Great Fire of London of 1666 back to life. It will take you back in time!
Tel: 020 7839 3321
Tube: Barbican, St Paul's, Moorgate

A to C

• London Aquarium
• BA London Eye
• British Museum
• Buckingham Palace
• Cabinet War Rooms
• The Cutty Sark

D to J

• The Design Museum
• London Dungeons
• HMS Belfast
• Houses of Parliament

N to R

• The National Gallery
• The National Portrait Gallery
• The Natural History Museum
• The Royal Naval College

S to Z

• St. Paul's Cathedral
• The Tower Bridge
• The Tower of London
• Trafalgar Square
• Vinopolis
• Westminster Abbey

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