London Tour

Also known as “the Tube,” this famous transport system was the world’s first rapid transit network—mind the gap!

A central space named after a naval victory, complete with fountains, lions, and a certain tall statue keeping watch.

This title was held by a female monarch who lived in the city’s royal palace—her image is also found on British coins.

A district known for its past as a fruit-and-vegetable market, now featuring shops, restaurants, street performers...

A tall monument in Trafalgar Square honoring a hero from the Napoleonic Wars; he stands atop a towering column.

Flowing through the heart of the city, this major waterway is crossed by many famous bridges...

Dressed in scarlet tunics and bearskin hats, these soldiers protect royal residences and perform changing ceremonies.

A giant observation wheel on the South Bank, offering stunning panoramic views of the capital’s landmarks.

These bright red vehicles have two levels and are a classic way to see London sights—from the top deck!

The official London residence of the monarch, recognizable by its ornate gates and daily Changing of the Guard ceremony.

These iconic taxis are painted in dark colors, and driven by cabbies who have passed a test called The Knowledge.

A bustling junction in the West End, renowned for its neon signs, video displays, and a statue of Eros.

The name of a great bell—but most visitors use it to refer to the clock tower at the Palace of Westminster.

Often mistaken for the capital’s older fortress, this bascule bridge is famous for its two ornate towers and a walkway.

Standing proudly by the river, these buildings house the nation’s lawmakers and one of its famous clock towers.

A historic fortress on the Thames’ north bank, once a palace and notorious prison, now safeguarding the Crown Jewels.

A friendly nickname for London’s police officers, known for their distinctive helmets and unarmed policing tradition.

A grand Gothic church where monarchs are crowned and many of Britain’s historical figures are buried or memorialized.

Bright red boxes once used for making calls, now iconic symbols often seen in tourist photos.