LONDON TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
The global city of London has a population of approximately nine million people. The city
of London has a diverse population of people of different races, religions, and ethnicities
including British and minorities such as Nigerians, Indians, Pakistanis, and Bangladeshis.
London has a number of famous tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Tower of
London, Hyde Park, Madame Tussauds, House of Parliament, and London Eye.
TOP 10 LONDON TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
1-BUCKINGHAM PALACE
Buckingham Palace was built 300 years ago, is now the home of the British royal family.
The building was built by John Fitch and William Winds.The former home of the royal
family was St. James Palace.There are 775 rooms, 92 office spaces, and 78 bathrooms in
Buckingham Palace.The Palace has a large garden that is used for events, functions, as well
as the Guard Mounting outside Buckingham Palace, which is a major tourist attraction.
2- TOWER OF LONDON
The tower of london, which was built by William the conquerer, is approximately 900 years
old.It was also a famous prison, many people were executed here, bloody tower bears a bad
reputation for that.The Tower of London occupies 7 hectares.In addition, it contains
armour, swords of many kings.Tower of London has axes and cannons in its premises.The
tower bridge is another famous landmark in the area, and is one of the most recognised in
the world.
3- LITTLE VENICE
Canals were the mode of transport in the past. You can now take boat trips through these
canals.Little Venice is now one of the prime locations for theatres, restaurants, pubs, and
hotels. It is an important weekend destination for relaxation and entertainment.
4- HYDE PARK
Hyde Park is one of the largest parks in London, covering 350 acres.A large lake was
created in Hyde Park by Queen Caroline. Within its grounds are thousands of trees and
flowers.Tennis, cycling, horseback riding, concerts and other events are also held at the
site.There are also food and drink options in Hyde Park, which is well connected to
London's public transportation.
5- MADAM TUSSAUDS
Madam Tussaud was founded by Marie Tussaud.Madame Tussauds is a wax museum in
London that is also located in other cities.The museum has wax figures of Hollywood,
Bollywood, Sports, Politicians and the Royal family such as Brad Pitt, Angelina jolie,
Leonardo Dicaprio, Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya rai, Sachin Tendulkar, Hrithik
Roshan, Rafael Nadal, Donald Trump.
6-HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT
House of Parliament is also called Palace of Westminster. A House of Parliament consists
of two houses. One is the House of Commons, which has 650 elected members. Its
counterpart is the House of Lords, which has 792 members.In close proximity to Palace of
Westminster is Big Ben, also known as Elizabeth Tower. There was a fire that destroyed
the palace on October 16, 1834, during the second world war, the palace was damaged
many times.
7- LONDON EYE
On the River Thames, the London Eye provides a panoramic view of the entire city.It
stands 135 meters tall, has a diameter of 394 feet, and is made of steel.The capsule of
London eye seats 25 passengers, sitting in London eye is a thrilling experience, and the ride
ends with fireworks.The site is frequently visited by tourists from around the world.
8-NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM AND SCIENCE MUSEUM
The Natural History Museum is known for its dinosaur skeletons. There are thousands of
specimens in the Natural History Museum, and entry is free.The venue has a cafe, a
restaurant, and a parking lot. It has a science museum where you can explore steam
engines, space, rockets, and airplanes. Entry into the museum is also free of charge.
9- WESTEND LONDON
London's West End district is known for entertainment, shopping, and theatres. On Covent
Square you can see street theatre performances, and Leicester Square has a gay scene
center. Oxford street is known for its shopping.The area is similar to the manhattan of New
York, with many hotels, museums, bars, and legal institutions.
10- TRAFALGAR SQUARE
Trafalgar square is a central london location where peaceful rallies, protests, and
commercial events take place. The square has cafes and public toilets, and it in close
proximity to art galleries and museums.There are many statues and fountains in Trafalgar
Square. It is a popular tourist destination.
