Tower of London and other London, United Kingdom Things to Do Tips

This is where all began. The biggest empire was started from here. You have to see Her Majesty's Tower Of London. It is the oldest building in the city, the first tower was build buy William The Conqueror. In this fortress, England was ruled from here many centuries, many people were hold captiv in here, some beheaded, several kings and queens of England had theyr residence here. A spot really not to miss !

In the Tower itself, you will find the jewell house, in which are exposed the crown jewels of England. And if the Tower does not interest you, because you think that it is a pile of old stones (like my brother does) , the jewels will fascinate you. The biggest diamond in the world, the Star of Africa is in the scepter of the queen.

The tower of London is on the list of world heritage by the Unesco.

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Directions: HMS Tower of London is situated near the Tower Bridge on the borders of the Thames.
Website: http://www.toweroflondontour.com/

Well, a classic thing to see, when visiting London. The Tower Bridge is impressing and rather beautiful illuminated by night.
You can enter to see the engineering work inside and the principe how it was build and works.

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Address: Underground station Tower Hill

This is a place, you should not miss. In this church, the coronation of Kings and Queens took place through the ages. And many of them are burried in here. A place, you should visit and feel like wandering through the past of the biggest empire ever existed on earth. Feel the glory...

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Address: Tube westminster

Have a look at the Sherlock Holmes Museum. A great idea. Although the materdetective has never existed, he has an own museum. Where? Baker Street 221b of course. Have a look. This is fun. And if you remember the books, you might have an even better experience.

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Address: 221b Baker Street
Directions: Tube Station Baker Street

You have to visit the National History Museum. It has a big exposition on dinosaurs, a very interesting exhibition about human beings, anatomie etc. and many many more expos, worth visiting. Take enough time with you, when you are going there. The museum is so huge, you might get lost. But it is worth a whole day to be spent in there. There is even a simulation of an earthquake. So, if you ever wondered where you came from and where you are going to, than this is the place to find the answer (maybe!?)

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Directions: The Museum is open every day except 24-26 December. Last admission is at 17:30.

Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD, UK.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5000
Website: http://www.nhm.ac.uk/

Are you interested in the second world war ?
Just do not miss then, the warrooms, where Churchill gave his orders, HMS Belfast on the border of Thames River and the world war 2 museums.
Quite a great spot to have history classes while watching the exhibitions.

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Directions: Spread around the city. Buy a good map or guide and you will find all of these.
Website: http://www.iwm.org.uk/

Do you like toys ? Do you like many toys ? Do you want to see more toys than you have ever seen ? Then you should pay a visit to HAMLEY's. Here you will find everything and every toy you can imagine.
I mean it !
The place is really huge. you will find toys for everybody, from teddy to space ships. 6 full floors only toys.
And their fudge should really not be missed.

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Directions: Between Picadilly Circus and Oxford Circus. Just walk from one tube station to the other, you can't miss it !!
Website: http://www.hamleys.co.uk/

Something you should not miss, when you have time left, are the royal mews.
An exhibiton of the mews of the royal family, including also Her Majestys Rolls Royce. Quite interesting to see.

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Address: On the left site of Buckingham palace.
Directions: Tube: Victoria, Green Park or St James's Park

Wanna see how cruel man really can be. I believe here even the worst sadics can learn something. The Dungeon shows you a wax cabinet with the dark side of history. Really well presented. Torture, executions, famous killer (Hi Jack !) and and and.
A spot not to miss, if your nerves are strong enough.!

The same counts for the link! The pictures may offend you, so... do not have a look there, unless you are really ready!!!

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Phone: +44 (0) 20 7403 7221
Address: 28/34 Tooley Street, London
Website: http://www.thedungeons.com/

See my travelogue about this place. You'll find lots of funny photos. It is truly a special feeling to see all those celebreties "live". Did you know that I am bigger than Mr. T ? I did'nt ... 'till I was in Madame Tusseauds.
Press writes this :
"Highlights include the Chamber of Horrors which is the home of many notorious figures such as Jack the Ripper and the Grand Hall where you will find all manner of celebs, from Bill Clinton to Michael Jackson and Pavarotti to Mandela. Another highlight is 'The Spirit of London' exhibition which covers a period of more than 400 years and spans London's history from Elizabethan times to the present day, capturing the essence of London's pomp and circumstance. "
Tempted to go ? You will not regrett it. Although I have to admit, that when I visited this place in 2004 I was disappointed. They charged us 20 pounds and the visit was shorter than in 1999. A lot of personalities are missing, the big hall was in a mess...
Not so great as I remembered it.

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Phone: (0171) 935 68 61
Directions: Madame Tussaud’s,
Marylebone Road,
LONDON, NW1 5LR
Tube: Baker Street
Website: http://www.madame-tussauds.com/site/london/