Top London Attractions & Museums

Get up close and personal with one of London’s most beautiful and historically significant landmarks when you book tickets to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 17th century, the landmark is renowned for it soaring dome, and has hosted royal weddings and Diamond Jubilee celebrations. You’ll explore the interior, can ascend to the Whispering Gallery, Stone Gallery, and Golden Gallery (the latter of which offers panoramic views over London), and even visit the crypt.

Immerse yourself in glamour and spectacle at Madame Tussauds in London. Head to the world-famous venue and join the dedicated queue for pre-purchased entrance tickets and experience shorter queues than walk-up guests. Spend some quality time with remarkable wax replicas of Her Majesty the Queen, Eddie Redmayne, or take a selfie with a pouty-faced Kim Kardashian. Enjoy access to the Marvel Super Heroes 4D Exhibition (additional charge), Spirit of London taxi ride, and then meet classic Star Wars heroes like Yoda, Luke Skywalker, and Princess Leia.

Experience one of London’s must-see attractions with this skip-the-line Lastminute.com London Eye ticket. Bypass the long queue and enjoy priority access and boarding for a standard flight in a shared capsule. Then admire panoramic views over the Thames River, Big Ben and other landmarks on your "flight." Your ticket includes interactive Samsung Galaxy Tab-powered guides and admission to the London Eye 4D Experience, an immersive journey that brings London alive through 3D film and multi-sensory effects.

One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Save yourself any sightseeing hassle, and secure your admission before you travel, when you book your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies. The Lastminute.com London Eye stands at 443 feet (135 meters) high, and offers impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks. Tickets also include entry to the companion 4D Cinema Experience.

Check out the Royal Observatory Greenwich, and stand astride the Prime Meridian: The line that divides the world’s eastern and western hemispheres and defines Greenwich Mean Time. With the help of an audio guide, you’ll then learn about the work of British honorary astronomers and hear fun facts about space, time, and the stars. Try to time your visit to see the fall of the red Time Ball by Flamsteed House; it’s among the world’s first public displays of time.

Experience the magic and spectacle of the Far Far Away right in the middle of London! Head to Shrek’s Adventure! London –a Shrektacular attraction–– and breeze past the queue with your pre-purchased entrance ticket. Spend 75-minutes (or more) enjoying live interactive shows, taking a 4D bus ride over London and meeting amazing DreamWorks characters like Shrek, Puss in Boots, Fiona and Donkey. Fun for the whole family!

Journey through London’s darkest days with an entrance ticket to the London Dungeon. This chilling sensory experience includes elaborate staging, interactive attractions, and engaging performances. Witness gruesome scenes including the horrors of London’s notorious killers, the putrescence of the Great Plague, and the Great Fire of 1666. The stout of heart may choose to step into the shoes of a victim on the gallows on 'Drop Dead: Drop Ride!'

Indulge your love of football during an audio guide tour of Emirates Stadium and Arsenal Museum. As you follow in the footsteps of famous football (soccer) players like Thierry Henry, visit the players’ tunnel and the changing rooms—areas usually off limits to spectators—while listening to insightful commentary from former Arsenal goalkeeper, Bob Wilson. Conclude your tour at Arsenal Museum, home to glittering trophies and shirts of famous former teammates, to learn more about the history of the prestigious team.

Immerse yourself in the sights and scents of London’s breathtaking Kew Gardens. A UNESCO-listed venue, the Royal Botanic Gardens offers a plethora of rare plants and flowers across 326 acres (121 hectares). Discover the lawns and gardens on foot, stroll along the Treetop Walkway to view some of the gardens’ 14,000 trees, and visit magnificent structures like the Royal Kew Palace and the Palm House – one of the largest surviving Victorian glasshouses.

With these pre-booked admission passes to Thorpe Park, you’ll enjoy a full day of unlimited attractions at one of the UK’s premier theme parks. Choose from 30 rides, with options ranging from thrill-seeker rollercoasters to family-friendly favorites. Hop on a Zombie-themed “Walking Dead” ride, or enjoy an “Angry Birds” 4D experience. Fast-track upgrades are available.

Step aboard the 'Cutty Sark' in Greenwich, and discover what life was like on board a 19th-century tea clipper boat. The world’s sole surviving clipper, the 'Cutty Sark' today is an award-winning boat-museum, which allows you to learn about the China tea trade voyages and life at sea. Your entrance ticket lets you stay as long as you want aboard the boat, but most visits last around an hour or two.

Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of marine life right in the middle of London. Head to Sea Life London Aquarium. Explore the 50 colorful displays, home to over 400 species of sea creatures including sharks, eels, clownfish, octopus, and penguins. Catch an exciting live feeding, and see the new Rainforest Adventure exhibit which showcases one of the Amazon's most impressive carnivorous fish, the piranha.

Get unobstructed panoramic views over London from the top of the O2. Intrepid climbers are rewarded with an eyeful during this adventure atop the famous entertainment venue. Equipped with a climb suit, boots, harness, and latch, follow your adventure guide to the apex of the building to look down upon Canary Wharf, the Olympic Park, and historic Greenwich. No climbing experience is necessary.

The Chessington World of Adventures is considered among the UK’s top theme parks, with over 40 rides and attractions. With this admission ticket, gain entry to the park for a full day and enjoy family-friendly adventure across the 10 themed zones. Catch one of the daily live shows, spot lions, monkeys, tigers, and more in the zoo, and enjoy wet and wild thrills on the Gruffalo River Ride Adventure.

Rewind to the worlds of baroque composer George Frideric Handel and Jimi Hendrix with this admission ticket to London’s Handel and Hendrix Museum. Head inside the museum on Brook Street, where both musical greats lived, separated by 200 years, and explore their restored homes at your own pace. Wander through the rooms where Handel lived, composed, and died, and see the neighboring flat where Hendrix lived during London’s swinging 1960s.

Capture the atmosphere of one of the world’s most iconic rugby stadiums on a 90-minute tour of Twickenham Stadium and the World Rugby Museum. Alongside a guide, you’ll gain entry to VIP areas and enjoy panoramic vistas of the stadium from the royal box. Scour the England dressing room for the shirt of your favorite player and hear tales of eccentric pre-match rituals. Conclude your tour by browsing the World Rugby Museum and delve deeper into the rich history of English rugby. Please note: the World Rugby Museum will be closed from March to December 2017

The British Museum in London houses around eight million artifacts, making it difficult to sift out the must-sees on a first-time or short visit. This small-group tour does the work for you, with a guide to show you around some carefully curated highlights. View important pieces such as the Mummy of Katebet, Lewis Chessmen, and more, as you uncover their significance and history. Entrance to the British Museum is free.

Learn all about Winston Churchill’s life on this private, history-themed tour. Pick from several convenient tour times, and set off with just your guide for company. You’ll see where Churchill lived as a child and as a young man, will discover where he purchased his suits, and will even visit his preferred cigar shop. Next, see the church where he married, admire 10 Downing Street and the Houses of Parliament, and explore the Churchill War Rooms; skip-the-line tickets are included to help you beat the crowds and save time.

Guarantee your entry to The Slide at the ArcelorMittal Orbit, the world’s longest, tallest, and fastest tunnel slide, by booking in advance with Viator. After taking high-speed elevators to two viewing galleries, you’ll recognize iconic London landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, and Canary Wharf. Then, feel your adrenaline levels surge as you plummet down a 583-foot (178-meter) descent that winds around Sir Anish Kapoor’s Olympic sculpture 12 times. The Slide guarantees exhilarating fun for children and adults alike.

Save time and money by prebooking online for a Day Explorer pass that lets you visit London’s Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark in one outing. Maximize sightseeing time by avoiding having to buy two separate tickets, and explore as you wish. Straddle the eastern and western hemispheres and learn about great astronomers at the Observatory; and tour the celebrated Cutty Sark sailing ship to experience life aboard in the 1800s.

Bypass the hassle of planning your own trip to Stonehenge—and leave all the logistics to someone else—on this seamless, private tour. Pick a departure time that works best for you, and meet your private driver directly at your London hotel. Upon arrival at Stonehenge, your skip-the-line tickets will help you save potential hours of waiting time. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own pace; audio guides are also included to help you discover the world-famous landmark.

Absorb the architectural majesty of the Royal Albert Hall on this guided tour in London. Alongside your guide, you’ll explore the iconic venue as it prepares for an impending performance. Hear anecdotes of legendary past performances, marvel at the opulent architecture and gain fascinating insight into the Royal Albert Hall’s history. Enjoy stunning stage views from the gallery and, with luck, you’ll catch a glimpse artists rehearsing for their evening performance. Enjoy a 10% discount in the Hall’s bar and Italian restaurant after your tour concludes.  

Gain a comprehensive overview of London on this private tour, with hassle-free pickup and drop-off from a point of your choosing. Hear personalized insights from your local driver as you cruise around the sprawling city with ease and enjoy photo stops at top sights such as the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey.

Save time and enjoy an action-packed adventure by combining multiple historic sights in a day—Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath. Save hours planning how to get between attractions, and enjoy the perk of having a private driver to transport you between sites. Enjoy time to explore each location on foot, including a visit to the Roman Baths.