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Visit the Top 10 Tourist Destinations in London

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Here are the top ten places you shouldn't miss during your London trip. Print of this handy short guide to take with you for a quick trip that takes in the main, enjoyable and truly London-experience sights.


Steps
  1. If you are planning to visit London why not try visiting the following must-see places?
  2. The British Museum Visit the British Museum at Great Russell Street.The British Museum's art collection includes artworks from all over the world. The British Museum houses the Rosetta stone, sculptures from Parthenon, and the Portland Vase. The British Museum is considered as one of the best in the world and it was established in 1753 via the Act of Parliament. The first collections were from Sir Hans Sloane. The daily gallery tours, special exhibitions, and guided tours are some of the special offers from this world-renowned museum.
  3. Tate Museum Visit the Tate Museum, where you can find contemporary and modern art. Some of the artworks in this museum include works from Bonnard, Bourgeois, Cezanne, Dali, Matisse, Picasso, Pollock, Rothko, and Warhol. Located at the former locations of Bankside Power Station and near the banks of the Thames is the Tate Museum.
  4. National Gallery at Trafalgar Square Visit the National Gallery. This is another museum that you should not miss is the National Gallery at Trafalgar Square. This museum boasts of having some of best European paintings. The number of paintings that you can find at the National Gallery of London range from 1250 to 1900. Included are paintings by Van Gogh, Gainsborough, Botticelli, Turner, Cezanne, Rembrandt, and Leonardo da Vinci . This museum also offers audio-visual and video programs, guided tours, holiday events (children and adults) , lectures, and special exhibitions.
  5. Natural History Museum at Cromwell Road Proceed to Cromwell Road, another museum called the Natural History Museum. Some of the tallest, biggest, and rarest animals can be found here. Also on display is a 40-year old spider, earthquake simulators , elephant bird egg, and life-sized Blue Whale model. Children and adults alike will also enjoy the interactive exhibits on Creepy-Crawlies, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Human Biology, Investigate, Mammals, and The Power Within.
  6. London Eye at night Don't miss The London Eye. This is an observation wheel which allows a fantastic view of London during a 30-minute ride. For groups of 15 or more, discounts are offered.
  7. Science Museum London After the London Eye ride, you may want to visit the Science Museum at Exhibition Road. Some of the scientific achievements that man has made within the past 300 years can be experienced here. Afterwards, you can drop by at the Victoria & Albert Museum of art and design. Located at SouthKensington, the museum showcases a large collection of Italian Renaissance sculpture among other artworks.
  8. Wax Museum-Madame Tussauds, London If you want to encounter famous and historical personalities, you should visit Madame Tussauds at Marylebone Road. Among other personalities, you will find Kylie, the Dalai Lama, and Shakespeare here. Then, visit the Tower of London, the place that has held many famous prisoners more than 500 years ago.
  9. National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London Last destination is the National Maritime Museum, where several trophies and models from other places in the world can be found. Children will surely enjoy the All Hands gallery and the professional ship simulator.



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