Joanna James
London is a global city that has continued to dazzle visitors since the beginning of time. If you are lucky enough to find yourself in this iconic city, here are some of the must-have experiences that you should seek out in order to get the best of great London.
A visit to the iconic London eye is one of the most exciting things to do in London. Although the ticket for this ride can be expensive it is the best way to get a full view of the city while enjoying a 45-minute ride in a giant Ferris wheel. You can buy a ticket for a group of London attractions to get a discounted price per attraction.
While a look at the parliament's architecture on the outside will be a great experience in itself a tour inside is even better. As surprising as it sounds you can attend the House of Parliament and even witness the debates at the House of Commons and House of Lords which is definitely a noteworthy experience. What's more, you can get this amazing experience for free!
St. Paul' is cathedral is an architectural marvel with its majestic glass windows and beautifully decorated interior. A number of significant events have taken place here such as the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana making it an even more interesting place to visit. Make sure to check the opening times as it is closed in the late evening hours.
The tower bridge of London is another significant structure of London that is especially great for pictures. Built in 1894, the tower bridge was constructed as a compliment to the Tower of London. You can even climb to the top of the tower for a panoramic view of the city.
A visit to London is not complete without a visit to the Buckingham palace which is the current residence of Queen Elizabeth. The changing of guards is a good thing to witness where one regiment takes over from another. The schedule of this changes seasonally which can be easily checked online.
A diverse spread of food from all over the world, borough market is the place to be if you are a foodie or just want to experience London's true spirit. A walk through the market will tempt you to try some delicacies and take your taste buds on a fun experience.
Madame Tussauds is one of the top attractions in London featuring wax statues of iconic figures. The museum also has some funky activities such as an indoor taxi ride taking you through the history of the country and a Marvel studio all of which change from time to time. You can capture some cool snaps here so don't forget to take your camera along.
Unwind and get away from the hustle of the city in one of the scenic gardens if you are looking for some peaceful time in London. Located just 1 mile away from Bayswater you can easily visit Hyde Park if you are accommodating at a hotel in Bayswater. Kensington garden is another beautiful garden in London which is only a 3-minute walk from Berjaya Eden Park London Hotel, a popular hotel in Bayswater.
You can visit the British Museum for free and witness a whole collection of historical artefacts. It will be best to allocate a significant amount of time for the museum visit as it consists of a number of floors depicting artefacts belonging to different historical times.
This is one of the most popular tourist landmarks in London where many significant events take place including the crowning of kings and queens as well as royal marriages including the marriage of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
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