Question 1

What are the attractions you must visit in London?

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London is arguably the most visited destination in the world with its perfect juxtaposition of old-world charm and modern amenities! You hear so much hype about it, and when you visit it, the city in which the Queen of England resides does not disappoint! There is so much to see, but to make your job easier, we have shortlisted a few attractions that you must visit to experience the best of London tourism!1. Warner Bros StudioHarry Potter fans, this one is entirely for you! All the eight Harry Potter movies were shot here, and Warner Bros did us the kindness of not moving a single thing! There’s Diagon Alley, the Great Hall, Harry’s dorm room, Hagrid’s home, and the latest addition is the Gringotts Bank! Even the props and costumes are intact! Location: Studio Tour Dr, Leavesden, Watford WD 25 7LR, United Kingdom.Prices: Starting from £ 89. This is exclusive of the photography and videography chargesTimings: - Monday to Thursday 9:30 am- 8 pm- Friday to Sunday 8:30 am- 10 pmBook Now: Warner Bros Studio Tour London2. Buckingham PalaceThis is the official residence of the Queen of England, and the sheer magnificence of the place is mind-boggling! The tour within the palace consists of mainly the State Rooms and the exhibitions, which are regularly organized here. You will be stunned by the beautiful tapestry, sky-high ceilings, and the row of huge portraits of erstwhile monarchs! The palace is also planning to organize the Royal Animals exhibition, which stresses the love and bond the Queen and her family share with animals.Location: Westminster, London SW1A 1AA, United KingdomPrice: £ 25Timings: This year, it will open in two slots.- 18th July to 31st August: 9:30 am to 5:15 pm- 1st to 27th September: 9:30 am to 4:15 pm.Click Here To Book: Buckingham Palace Tickets 3. Tower of LondonThis erstwhile palace houses our very own Kohinoor! Over the years, the Tower of London has served a plethora of roles- prison, palace, museum, zoo, and whatnot! Among all the tourist attractions of London, this place has a footfall like no other! It has all the crown jewels intact, and on full display with the chambers of the King and Queen on display as well, and then there are the prisons. The inhumane torture techniques of the jailors and the harsh living conditions of the prisoners will appall you!Location: St Katharine’s and Wapping, London EC 3N 4AB, United Kingdom.Price: £ 27.50Timings: - Sunday and Monday: 10 am to 4:30 pm- Tuesday to Saturday: 9 am to 4:30 pm.Checkout & Book: Tower Of London Tickets 4. Madame TussaudsMadame Tussauds is known to have the life size wax replica of the historic icons and famous celebrities in themed galleries. It has more than two fifty lifelike wax figures and gives you a chance to mingle with the world leaders, Hollywood stars and musical megastars. Location: Marylebone Road, Marylebone, London NW1 5 LR, United KingdomPrice: £ 32 for tickets before 3 pm and £ 29 for tickets to enter after 3 pm.Timings: - Monday to Friday: 10 am to 4 pm- Saturday and Sunday: 9 am to 4 pmBook Now: Madame Tussauds Tickets London 5. The London EyeThe London Eye is an observation wheel located on the southern bank of River Thames. It was built temporarily in the year 2000 for celebrations but people loved it so much that it has now become a permanent landmark of London. From the top of this building, you can view pretty much all of the city!Location: The Queen’s Walk, Bishop’s, London SE1 7 PB, United KingdomPrice: - £ 36 for adults (16 and above)- £ 27 for children (3 to 15 years of age)Timings: - Monday to Friday: 11 am to 6 pm- Saturday and Sunday: 10 am to 8:30 pmBest Offers: London Eye Tickets 6. Hampton Court PalaceHampton Court Palace is a royal palace that gives you a chance to experience the private life of Henry VIII, his children and his wives. It was built by Thomas Wolsey who was the most powerful and the richest man in the city during the ancient times. The palace is a stunning blend of Neo-classic and Tudor architecture and the rooms are adorned with splendid paintings. It has sixty acres of lush green garden, and vast Tudor kitchens where you can have the scrumptious delicacies. Location: Hampton Court Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU, United KingdomPrice: - Adults: £ 10.65- Children: £  5.35Timings: 10 am to 4:30 pm on all days of the weekClick Here To Book: Hampton Court Palace Tickets 7. St Paul’s CathedralThis is an example of the magnificent amalgamation of Baroque style and English architecture! The St. Paul's cathedral sits on top of an ancient Roman temple. It was made in 1666 after a horrific fire destroyed the previous one. It is arguably the most famous and sacred of the churches of London, partly due to the architecture and partly due to history.Location: St Paul’s Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, United KingdomPrice: It is free to enter, but you must be on time for the serviceTimings: 8:30 am to 4 pm from Monday to Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.Checkout & Book: St. Paul's  Cathedral Tickets 8. Westminster AbbeyIt is the monarchy’s preferred location for coronations, marriages, and burials. The architecture is Gothic, with its pointed arches and rose windows. This magnificent piece of architecture also houses the mortal remains of Sir Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Charles Dickens, and Stephen Hawkings.Location: 20 Deans Yd, Westminster, London SW1 3PA, United KingdomPrice: £ 16 each. But you may enter for free if you have a London Pass.Timings: Monday to Saturday: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. It is closed on Sunday.Book Now: Westminster Abbey Tickets

Question 2

What are the famous things to do in London?

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London is one city where you can go back again and again, and the city will never fail to amaze you! Every time you visit, you will find some things you missed out on last time! So in this article, we bring to you the few things you must do when you visit the city of Big Ben!1. Watch Changing of the Guard at Buckingham PalaceThis pompous march is worth a watch! Practiced for decades now, Changing of the Guard is the daily ceremony where one set of guards hands over the responsibility of Buckingham Palace and the Queen to the next set of guards. All this is done with a spectacular march and a band performance. It also takes place at St James Palace, but it is much smaller over there. The weather, however, may play spoilsport, so it is better if you aim for this in the summer.Location: Buckingham Palace, Westminster, London SW1A 1AA, United KingdomPrice: It is free to watch.Timings: It takes place at 11:30 am every day.Recommended Read: Buckingham Palace 2. Take a walk in Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square These two age-old squares are famous throughout the world and are an important part of London tourism. They serve as the unofficial entrance to Soho- the hub of the rich and famous! The theatres and all the fancy pubs, clubs and restaurants are housed there. But Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square hold their own ground. Trafalgar has a massive granite column called Nelson’s column, which overlooks the marble fountains of the square. And Piccadilly Circus houses the statue of the winged God Eros with a bow as if looking indignantly at the traffic at the intersection of the four roads!Location: Regent Street, The Haymarket, Shaftesbury Avenue, and Country Street.Price: There is no fee for entrance.Timings: You may visit whenever you want.Planning A Holiday, Book Our London Paris Holiday Packages Now!3. Take a stroll through Hyde ParkThe European twin to New York’s Central Park, this open space is vibrant and tranquil at the same time! This 350-acre park in London city houses a tiny man-made lake by the name of Serpentine- which serves the purposes of both boating and swimming. The park also has a famous Speaker’s Corner- where one and all can speak their mind. It is also the address of the house of the first Duke of Wellington. Once you are done seeing all these places, you could walk around in the pleasant weather or perch onto a bench with a snack to have the best experience of London tourism!Location: Central LondonPrice: It has no entrance fee.Timings: 5 am to 12 am on all days of the week.4. Take a ride on a London Eye capsuleThis is one of the best places to explore in London city to feel like being on the top of the world. The London Eye itself is an iconic tourist destination of the city. But riding on this world-famous giant wheel is another story altogether! You get into one of the 32 capsules, and you can get a panoramic view of the city of London!Location: The Queen’s Walk, Bishop’s, London SE1 7 PB, United KingdomPrice: - £ 36 for adults (16 and above)- £ 27 for children (3 to 15 years of age)Timings: - Monday to Friday: 11 am to 6 pm- Saturday and Sunday: 10 am to 8:30 pmRecommended Read: Things To Do In London  5. Shop in Covent GardenPreviously a flower market, Covent Garden now has shops selling pretty much everything under the sun, and it has become an important landmark of London tourism! You can buy authentic fabric, handmade art, gadgets, and even souvenirs like mugs and keyrings! It has quite a few halls and arcades, all lined neatly with shops from end to end, each with a different fare. On top of this, it also has hipster cafes and restaurants, all of which serve different kinds of food and beverages- so the shoppers can take a bit of a break! This also marks the entrance to the shopping district and from here you can walk to Central Square, Neil’s Yard, and Seven Dials.Location: Central London, bordered by Leicester SquarePrice: No entrance feeTimings: - Monday to Saturday: 10 am to 8 pm.- Sunday: 11 am to 6 pm6. Tour the British MuseumHousing over 8 million artifacts and objects, this museum in London city will have something for you, no matter what era and branch of history you prefer! In case you do not know much, you can opt for the audio tour wherein you will be given a guidebook and a headset as you make your way through the massive museum. You will also be educated with trivia about all the objects housed within the museum.Location: Great Russell Street, London WC1, United KingdomPrice: Free entrance. But if you want a guided tour, they start from 14 pounds. The audio tour costs 7 pounds.Timings: 10 am to 5:30 pm on all days except Fridays. Open till 8:30 pm on Fridays.7. Catch a show at the West End Theatre districtWatching a show at the West End Theatre is one of the best things to do in London city! It has an eclectic mix of old and new productions, Shakespeare and original. Rest assured, this will be the finest theatre you watch in the country!Location: Leicester SquarePrice: Depends on the show you want to catch.Timings: It depends on the show you want to catch. Ticket booths are operated between 10 am and 7 pm.8. Visit the Victoria and Albert MuseumCreated by Prince Albert when he was the consort, the Victoria and Albert Museum houses works of art, paintings, jewelry, architectural samples, and scientific objects. The work displayed here traverses different time periods and different continents, making it an important part of London tourism. To make it easier, they are categorized well and housed according to category. The museum had recently organized an exhibition on worldwide favorite cartoon Winnie the Pooh!Location: South KensingtonPrice: Entrance to the museum is free, but the exhibitions have admission fees.Timings: 10 am to 5:45 pm.Planning A Trip To London, Book Our London Tour Packages Now!

Question 3

What are the most romantic things to do in London?

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When it comes to romance, London tourism presents to you a plethora of romantic escapades. Here is the list of the most romantic things you could do in the city!1. Watch the opera in the Royal Opera HouseThis is a popular British romantic activity, and it is sure to bring a few tears to your eyes as well!2. Climb up the Shard for a magnificent view of the cityThe Shard is the tallest building in the city, and if you are brave enough and fit enough to climb up to the 72nd level, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of one of the best cities in the world!3. Book a Cupid’s capsule for your beloved at The London EyeThe Coca Cola London Eye has put a romantic twist to the iconic giant wheel by providing private capsules for couples, which comes with a personal waiter and champagne!4. Take a boat ride down the ThamesGo for a romantic boat ride with your partner, down the age-old river, with the cool breeze in your hair!Suggested Read: Romantic Places In London

Question 4

Why is London so famous?

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London city is extremely renowned for its magnificent buildings and modern structures that make it one of the most popular destinations in the entire world. It is also famous for its cultural dynamism, great history, and brilliant fashion scene. The London shows and festivals such as the Queen’s birthday parade, The Chelsea Flower Show, and Notting Hill Carnivals also lure the visitors to throng into this splendid destination.

Question 5

Do I need a visa for London?

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If you’re a US citizen planning a Europe trip, then you’ll not need a visa for a stay up to six months in London city, only a valid US passport is needed. Indian citizens will, however, require a US visa for London. They’ll need a visa on arrival if they have a valid US, UK, Schengen, or Canadian visa.

Question 6

How to reach London from India?

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There are direct flights to London’s Heathrow airport from Mumbai and Delhi airports. If you live in cities other than this, you have to make a stop at any one of these airports and change over. However, this may turn out to be a long and tiring flight. A better option would be to travel via Dubai. Most airlines have flights to London via Dubai, and in this way, the time on the plane gets evenly divided in two. All the major cities- Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, etc. have direct flights to Dubai.

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