|
Stop by Travel > London > Attractions
The Freud Museum - www.freud.org.uk
Home of Sigmund and his daughter, now a museum containing Freud's library and collection of antiquities. Includes opening hours, directions, floor plans and further information of the collections.
The Sir John Soane's Museum - www.soane.org
Home designed by the architect, exhibiting his antiquities and works of art. History, opening hours and information of exhibtions are included here, along with info on the research library and shop.
St Jude's Church - www.stjudes.org.uk
This Grade I listed building in Hampstead, considered Edwin Lutyens' finest church. Includes a heritage and many photographs.
London Ghost Walk - www.london-ghost-walk.co.uk
Walk through the sinister places where Jack the Ripper and ghosts supposedly can be seen, conducted by author and broadcaster Richard Jones.
London Butterfly House - www.butterflies.org.uk
Free-flying colourful tropical butterflies in a greenhouse.
The Sherlock Holmes Museum - www.sherlock-holmes.co.uk
The Baker Street home of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's fictional detective, maintained as described in the novels. Virtual tour of the museum, web based souvenir shop and free membership to Sherlock Holmes International Society are provided.
The London Parade - www.londonparade.co.uk
The New Year's Day parade in London, which contains marching bands and cheerleaders.
Imperial War Museum - www.iwm.org.uk
Exhibits relating to conflicts from First World War to present times, particularly those involving Britain and the Commonwealth. Includes information of their collections, web based exhibitions and shopping.
Star Trek - The Adventure - www.startrektheadventure.co.uk
Exhibition in Hyde Park. News, events, tickets, information. Needs Flash.
The Fan Museum - www.fan-museum.org
Dedicated to fans and fan making. Includes info for visitors, information of the collection, exhibition schedule, info on group tours and a brief heritage of fans.
The Museum of Culinary History & Alimentation - www.mocha.co.uk
Dedicated to the world of food culture. Provides info on the archive and research facilities, reference library, courses, workshops, demonstrations and interactive displays.
The Royal Institution of Great Britain - www.ri.ac.uk
Dedicated to scientific research and scientific education since 1799. Includes history, information of events, schools programmes, membership and contacting info.
The Wallace Collection - www.the-wallace-collection.org.uk
French 18th century collection of paintings, porcelain, furnishings and armoury. Includes info for visitors, news, exhibition information and purchasing info for the gift shop.
Royal Palaces - www.hrp.org.uk
Official visitor guide to the Tower of London, Hampton Court, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House, Whitehall, Kew Palace and Queen Charlotte's Cottage. Includes info on the history, what to see and what's on at each location.
The Wandle Industrial Museum - www.wandle.org
Preserving the heritage of the Wandle river. Background info on the museum, visitors' information, archive and news are provided.
19 Princelet Street - www.19princeletstreet.org.uk
Huguenot master silk weaver's home with a synagogue in the garden. Provides info on the house, floorplans and information of exhibitions.
Covent Garden - www.covent-garden.co.uk
Street market, arts, speciality food, music.
Capital Walks & Talks - www.capitalwalks.f9.co.uk
Guided walks for small groups around London from a qualified City of London guide. Details of talks, walks and how to contact.
National Maritime Museum - www.nmm.ac.uk
Largest maritime museum in the world covering every aspect of seafaring, in peace and at war. Online resources include forthcoming events and exhibitions, galleries of sea associated material, and an extensive centre for research.
Chislehurst Caves - www.chislehurstcaves.co.uk
Tunnels and caves used by the Roman and Druids and as shelter during the second World War. Includes heritage and photos along with information of location, tours and facilities.
London Aquarium - www.londonaquarium.co.uk
The first attraction of its kind in the capital and one of Europe's biggest exhibits of Aquatic life. The Aquarium combines education, relaxation and entertainment through a multi-sensory experience.
Tower of London Virtual Tour - www.toweroflondontour.com
Unofficial guide to the Norman royal castle by two American enthusiasts, with pages for children.
London Transport Museum - www.ltmuseum.co.uk
The heritage of the public transport system. Includes info on visiting the museum, information of permanent and exceptional exhibitions, info for schools and mail buy for their souvenir shop.
The British Museum - www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk
Housing a vast collection of world art and artifacts. Most of the collection can be viewed online, grouped according to location of origin, along with information of opening hours, location and membership.
The Geffrye Museum - www.geffrye-museum.org.uk
Specialist collection of English furniture and decorative arts set in 18th century almshouses. Period room displays date from 1600 to 2000.
The Science Museum - www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
Providing info for visitors, information of the collections, exhibitions and events, web based shop and newsletter.
Eltham Palace - www.elthampalace.org.uk
English Heritage describes this combination of medieval royal palace and Art Deco home. Includes virtual tours, history, games, downloadable activity sheets, news and visitor information.
Classic Cafes - www.classiccafes.co.uk
Formica cafes from the 1950s and 1960s. Includes a heritage explaining the utilitarian minimalist context, reviews and photographs, as well as information of cafes featured in TV and film.
Somerset House Trust - www.somerset-house.org.uk
A major historical building now fully restored by the Trust. Includes Gilbert Collection, Hermitage Rooms, Royal Navy Rooms and Courtauld Gallery. Events, attractions, visitor information, commercial activities, image library, other resources.
10 Downing Street - www.number-10.gov.uk
The official web-site for the official residence of the British Prime Minister.
Madame Tussaud's - www.madame-tussauds.com
Waxworks of famous people. Provides opening times, prices, location, info for schools, web based booking and simulated tour.
London Canal Museum - www.canalmuseum.org.uk
Historical exhibitions and boat trips, located in an old ice warehouse near King's Cross. Includes what's on, education, pictures, and background about local waterways.
Tower Bridge Experience - www.towerbridge.org.uk
History and visitor info for this Victorian bridge, designed by Sir Horace Jones.
Commonwealth Institute - www.commonwealth.org.uk
Promotes the modern Commonwealth via exhibitions, collections, educational programmes, a library and a resource centre. Includes information of such events as well as info on the organisation.
Victoria & Albert Museum - www.vam.ac.uk
National collections of sculpture, furniture, textiles, prints, ceramics, jewellery, paintings and photographs. Includes opening times, location and information of permanent collections and exceptional exhibtions, as well as photographs of the galleries and some of the exhibits.
St Paul's Cathedral - www.stpauls.co.uk
Baroque church designed by Sir Christopher Wren in 1673. Includes visitors' information, information of activities and events and info on the building which includes an illustrated chronology and 360-degree panoramas.
The Horniman Museum & Gardens - www.horniman.ac.uk
Natural heritage collection containing animals, plants, anthropological and geological specimens.
The Musical Museum - www.musicalmuseum.co.uk
Describes its collection of automatic mechanical musical instruments; activities; volunteer openings; and links.
Royal Parks - www.royalparks.gov.uk
Information and heritage of the Royal Parks of London.
The Jack the Ripper Walk - www.jacktheripperwalk.com
Devised and guided by Donald Rumbelow, "worldwidely recognised as the top authority on Jack the Ripper".
|
