London is home to many world famous landmarks, museums, art galleries and parks, which are free to enter and usually open seven days a week. You can have a great time in this wonderful city without spending a fortune!
Museums:
- Natural History Museum – One finest natural history museums in the world, you may need a whole day for this one.
- British Museum – One of the best museums in London with a diverse display of amazing artefacts.
- National Maritime Museum – Discover Britain Royal Navy’s history.
- Imperial War Museum – Observe Britain’s Military History.
- British Science Museum – Children and adults alike will have fun here!
- Museum of London – Learn about the history of London.
- Victoria and Albert Museum – Gives an interesting insight into Britain’s cultural heritage.
- Geffrye Museum – Period rooms museum from 1600 to today.
- Royal Air Force Museum – Get to know the history of Britain’s flying aces.
- Horniman Museum – A diverse family museum with several different displays.
- Pollocks Toy Museum – A collection of toys from all over the world, perfect day out with kids.
- Bank of England Museum – Discover the monetary history of the world.
- Hunterian Museum – Take a look at a unique collection of animal specimens retained in jars.
- Museum of London Docklands – Explore London’s maritime shipping history.
- Sir John Soane’s Museum – The assorted collection of a famous London architect.
- Museum of Childhood – Dedicated to the history of children and childhood.
- National Army Museum – Learn about the history of Britain’s armed forces.
Art Galleries:
- National Gallery – Located at the top of Trafalgar Square’s piazza, is home to some of history’s best art.
- Tate Modern – The building itself is amazing and well worth a visit, even if you are not keen on some of the art on display.
- National Portrait Gallery – Pictures of aristocracy through the years.
- Serpentine Gallery – Pop into this art gallery while on your way through Kensington Gardens.
- Tate Britain – It is famous with the name of National Gallery
- Guildhall Art Gallery – One of the most popular Collection of art.
- Wallace Collection – This comes with European art and artefacts Collection.
- Whitechapel Gallery – If you are in East London must visit it to have fun.
- Foundling Museum – London’s first ever public art gallery and Britain’s original home for abandoned children.
- The Photographer’s Gallery – Largest public gallery display dedicated to photography.
Parks:
- Hyde Park – Take a walk through Hyde Park, where you can see the Princess Diana Memorial and Speakers Corner, no trip to London is complete without a visit to this fantastic park.
- 29. St James’ Park – One of London’s Royal Parks.
- Coram’s Fields – Unique seven-acre playground and park for children.
- 31. Hampstead Heath – A stunning park that offers views of the City of London.
- 32. Regent’s Park – Another superb Royal Park and zoo.
- 33. Richmond Park – Another beautiful park.
- 34. Bushy Park – Yet another beautiful park.
- Battersea Park – A lovely park offering a view of the River Thames.
- 36. Kensington Gardens – Where you can see the Peter Pan Statue.
Sight Seeing
- Trafalgar Square – Home to Nelsons Column, the stone lions and the fourth plinth.
- 38. Thames Walk – Breathe in the fresh river air and soak up the atmosphere.
- 39. Tower Bridge – Cross the bridge and wait around to see it open and close.
- 40. Houses of Parliament – A great location for a London holiday photo opportunity.
- 41. Buckingham Palace – Arrive early enough to observe the Changing of the Guard.
- Tower of London – Request permission to witness Ceremony of the Keys, the nightly lock-up of the Tower of London.
- Leicester Square – Soak up the buzzing atmosphere or relax in the park.
- The London Eye – Get your photo took standing near this 443ft Ferris wheel.
- Wellington Arch – A triumphal arch in London.
- Marble Arch – Another triumphal arch in London.
- Big Ben – Stand in Parliament Square at noon and listen to Big Ben chime.
- Cross the Jubilee Bridge – Cross the Thames at Embankment on this wonderful bridge.
- Cross the Millennium Bridge – From the Tate Modern to St Paul’s or vice versa.
- City Hall – Admire London’s new bee-hive-shaped architectural structure.
The author lives in London and works for Click Souvenirs, a leading British souvenir shop. She enjoys photography, travelling and graphic design along with raising her four children.