Considered one of the country's most popular attractions, Hyde Park is a must-see on your itinerary. The largest of London's four royal parks was founded by the infamous King Henry VIII in 1536. In addition to walking around its spacious grounds, you can enjoy musical shows and emotional events in Speakers' Corner.

Big Ben

Big Ben is probably the most famous attraction in London. The image of this iconic clock tower has adorned many souvenirs and postcards for many years. When you see it with your own eyes, it is at this moment that you will realize that you are finally in London.

Although there is nothing else to do in this place except to take pictures, being close to it is an exciting experience. Once you've been inspired by the power and beauty of Big Ben, you can move on to other nearby tourist spots: the Palace of Westminster, or the Houses of Parliament, for example.

Westminster Abbey

If you are already at Big Ben, you only need to walk a couple of steps to get to Westminster Abbey. This 700 year old church has been the site of many historic royal weddings, coronations and funerals.

If you wish, you can book a guided tour for £25 or explore the church on your own at your own pace with an audio guide. Unfortunately, photography is not allowed here.

Houses of Parliament

Along the River Thames, not far from Big Ben, lies the Houses of Parliament. Uninformed people may think that visiting such public places is either forbidden or downright boring, but the London Parliament is very popular among tourists, especially foreigners.

For organized travelers, a guided tour is available inside the building. You may be lucky and have the opportunity to witness the debates held in the House of Lords or the House of Commons.

The Tower of London

The infamous Tower of London is a very cool and super interesting place, especially if you are familiar with its history. Once a palace and prison for the ancestors of the royal family, the tower now offers tourists modern attractions, entertainment and exhibitions. Even families with children can find something to their liking here.

If you find yourself in London, be sure to include the Tower in your itinerary. This more than 900-year-old structure is one of the most important symbols of the city and one can learn a lot about the history of the country from it. You can even spot one of the six legendary black ravens that guard the Tower from harm.

Buckingham Palace

You can’t miss this recognizable place, because the current queen lives in the palace. And whether it is inside can be judged by the high flying royal flag. While most of the rooms are closed to visitors, tourists can still freely enter the state rooms.

If you're lucky, you might be able to see the changing of the guard. This solemn event is a classic both for the British themselves and for foreign tourists. The short ceremony lasts only 45 minutes, but despite this, it will be imprinted in your memory for a long time.

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Visiting museums should be an obligatory part of the travel program in any country. Luckily, London has the British Museum, one of the best in the world.

Here you will find various artifacts collected by British explorers from the time when Britain was still a world superpower. You can see Egyptian mummies, hieroglyphs and other ancient artifacts from all over the world.

The best part about visiting the British Museum is that admission is free. Although, if you have extra money, no one will mind donations.

London Eye

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If you want to see the city from an unusual angle, take a ride on the London Eye, a huge Ferris wheel. On it you can climb to a height of 135 meters from the ground in a cabin that can accommodate 25 people. During the trip, you will surely find a lot of young people around, because this is the most popular attraction for international students.

The only drawback of the “Eye” is the price. A 30-minute ride will cost £21. But despite this, we advise you to reserve your seat online to get the opportunity to see London from a bird's eye view.

Covent Garden

Relax and shop in Covent Garden after a day of sightseeing. This place tends to be crowded, especially at night, but well worth it. In addition to shopping, here you can have a bite to eat and something to drink.

The area is located near the West End theater, so you can go here immediately after visiting the show. Street artists work in Covent Garden, which you can listen to endlessly. And it doesn't matter if you haven't been to the theatre.