London
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace was originally the townhouse for the Duke of Buckingham. Eventually three wings were built around the original structure, and it became the primary residence of the British monarchy.read more
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Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace and Gardens are the home of several royal Dukes and Duchesses. For years it has been a favorite palace for British royalty like Princess Diana and Prince Harry.read more
London
London Eye
The London Eye is a relatively new attraction in the city, and has quickly become one of the most popular places here. Located on the edge of the River Thames, this 443-foot-tall ferris wheel is visible from much of the city.read more
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Maritime Greenwich
Located just southeast of downtown, Maritime Greenwich consists of old-world architecture, busy ports, and is the home of longitude zero. Also docked here is the famous Cutty Sark clipper.read more
London
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
The Royal Botanic Gardens— or simply Kew Gardens— is a massive collection of gardens and greenhouses in London. It is home to the world's largest collection of living plants.read more
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Sea Life London Aquarium
Located on the ground floor of County Hall, the Sea Life London Aquarium has just recently received a major renovation. The tanks here are home to approximately 500 species of aquatic life.read more
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Stapleford Flight Centre Sky Tours
View the beauty of London from the sky with one of the Stapleford Flight Centre's sightseeing tours. Climb aboard a twin-engine craft while an experienced pilot let's you soar over the city.read more
London
Tower Bridge
The Tower Bridge is one of London's iconic architectural pieces, named for the nearby Tower of London. The bridge has been part of the London landscape since 1894, and the design is the result of a public competition.read more
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Tower of London
The Tower of London, formally known as Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress, has served as both a prison and a palace throughout its history.read more
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Trafalgar Square
Located in central London, Trafalgar Square commemorates a British Naval victory in 1805, and is a wide open public space built around a central tower. The tower is guarded by four lion statues, and there are several other statues elsewhere in the square.read more
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Westminster Abbey
The Collegiate Church of St. Peter at Westminster is a large, Gothic church in the namesake borough of London. It is the traditional venue for royal coronations, burial ceremonies and home to King Edward's Chair.read more
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