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Things to Do: Sightseeing

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 1,217 attractions in London

The Tower of London is a 'must see' attraction in London.  The guided tour gives a great insight into the fascinating history of this site.  There is an entry fee to get in. It is probably one of two...

Attraction type: Historic home; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest; Old jail
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 1,217 attractions in London

Reconstructed exactly as it would have been during the time of Shakespeare, this theater is a replica of the original Globe, where many of the Bard's plays were first staged.

Attraction type: Theater; Historic site; Architectural building; Theater district
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 1,217 attractions in London

Here are a few links to information, photographs and a virtual tour of St. Paul's Cathedral. St Paul's Cathedral St Paul's Cathedral - Virtual Tour Guardian Photo of St Paul's Cathedral Tripadvisor...

Attraction type: Historic site; Architectural building; Religious site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 1,217 attractions in London

Tickets for the London Eye are typically £15.  You may want to avoid the queues by prebooking online (and saving 10%!) and collect tickets quickly from one of the collection machines; however, you may

Attraction type: Observation deck/tower; Amusement/theme park; Landmark/point of interest; Tram; Observatory/planetarium
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 1,217 attractions in London

Although the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster is commonly called Big Ben, strictly speaking the name relates only to the largest of the clock's bells - the one that strikes the hour.  It is...

Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 1,217 attractions in London

From Roman settlement to Docklands’ regeneration, unlock the history of London’s river, port and people in this historic warehouse. Discover a wealth of objects from whale bones to WWII gas masks in state-of-the-art galleries, including Mudlarks, an interactive area for kids; Sailortown, an atmospheric re-creation of 19th century riverside Wapping; and London, Sugar & Slavery, which reveals the city’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Entry: £5 adults, £3 concessions. Tickets allow unlimited entry for one year. Kids enter free all year round. Nearest stations: Canary Wharf (Jubilee line), West India Quay (DLR), Canary Wharf Pier (Thames Clippers) Open daily 10am – 6pm (closed 24-26 December.

Attraction type: History museum; Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 1,217 attractions in London

Here are a variety of links to information topics and pictures of  Buckingham Palace. The official website for the British Monarchy has some quick links to related Royal topics on its page one...

Attraction type: Castle; Garden; Historic home; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 1,217 attractions in London

Filled with restaurants, bars, markets and boutiques, London's premier tourist center offers fabulous shopping by day, and the destination of theatergoers and patrons of the Royal Opera House by night.

Attraction type: Flea/street market; Neighborhood; Park; Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 1,217 attractions in London

This bridge spans the Thames River, providing sweeping views of the city from a glass-enclosed walkway, with museums in each tower house that chronicle the bridge's dramatic history.

Attraction type: Bridge
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 1,217 attractions in London

Divided into public and members-only areas, this superb library includes three exhibition galleries featuring the Illuminated Manuscripts display, Shakespeare original folios and the Gutenburg Bible.

Attraction type: History museum; Library; Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 1,217 attractions in London

For the die-hard Beatles fan, visiting Abbey Road is a must! Drivers will patiently wait for your friends to take your picture as you cross!

Attraction type: Street; Historic site; Historic walking area; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #42 of 1,217 attractions in London
Attraction type: Architectural building; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #46 of 1,217 attractions in London

The Barbican Centre is the largest multi-arts centre in Europe, featuring art, film, music, theatre, dance and education all under one roof and under one creative direction. There's a great choice of eating and drinking at the Barbican, with something to please every taste.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Library; Educational site; Theater; Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #47 of 1,217 attractions in London

The prime meridian, zero degrees longitude, runs through the courtyard of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England, which was founded in 1675 by King Charles II.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Historic site; Observatory/planetarium; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #56 of 1,217 attractions in London

A 145-foot-high monument, bearing a statue of Lord Horatio Nelson guarded by lions, marks the spot considered the center of London.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #58 of 1,217 attractions in London

Set on the south bank of the Thames, approximately five miles from central London, this city borough is rich in maritime history and features the Royal Naval College, National Maritime Museum and the Old Royal Observatory, which was built by Sir Christopher Wren for King Charles II.

Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Neighborhood; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #63 of 1,217 attractions in London

The Western London district of Mayfair is an elegant residential and commercial section of Westminster.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #64 of 1,217 attractions in London
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #71 of 1,217 attractions in London
Attraction type: Specialty museum; Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #72 of 1,217 attractions in London

Notting Hill The West London neighbourhood of Notting Hill, W11 is one of the most interesting and fashionable areas in all of London . Easily accessible by public transport, and close to the city...

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Observation deck/tower
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