London – for many people one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Yet, the question is, which sights are worth visiting? Why should you visit the capital of England? Find your answer in this guide.
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge is a road bridge built over the River Thames and connects the borough of Tower Hamlets and Southwark. The bridge got an area above the normal pedestrian walkway, which was developed with a glass floor: This provides a unique view of pedestrians, cars and boats. It is particularly interesting when the bridge is opened up and made permeable for ships.
St. Paul‘s Cathedral
St. Paul’s Cathedral is an Episcopal church and is located in the borough of City of London. Along with Westminster Abbey, this is one of the most famous churches in the capital and one of the largest cathedrals in the world. During a visit to the interior of the church, you can marvel at the underground crypt and the altar built of marble and gilded oak, among other things.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Place not only serves as the home of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, but also as a venue for official state occasions or as the residence of the British monarch. It’s an important landmark in the city, but St James Park in particular is a great diversion from the large city.
The London Eye
The London Eye, also called the Millennium Wheel, is the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe. At 135 metres, it’s one of London’s iconic landmarks and is located on the south bank of the River Thames. It’s an attraction for tourists and a beautiful photo motif at any time of day.
Natural History Museum
The museum is definitely worth a visit and should not be missing in our guide; not only because it grants free admission to visitors, but also because of the great exhibitions and unique ideas. Something very special is definitely the large blue whale skeleton, which can be seen hanging from the ceiling at 30 metres.
Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey is just a few minutes’ walk from the Thames and a must-see in the British capital. The church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular for its beautiful paintings, artefacts and sculpture collections.
Big Ben
Many people might not know this, but the name Big Ben actually doesn’t refer to the whole tower, but only to the heaviest of the five bells that are inside. That whole building is actually called Elizabeth Tower.
Note: The belfry will be restored by 2021 and the carillon will also fall silent by then.
The Shard
On The Shard’s observation deck, you’ll be treated to some very special panoramas. The 310-metre-high skyscraper offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of London and is built in the shape of a pyramid from glass slats.
Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square is located in the centre of London and is a major site in the British capital, making it a must-see in our guide. The square is surrounded by museums, galleries and historic buildings. It’s a nice place to just sit on the steps at lunchtime and look at the many different street artists.
Old Spitalfields Market
This beautiful market is one of the oldest and is located just a short walk from Liverpool Street. It’s not only a great place to shop and look around, but also to meet friends, eat and drink. It’s not as crowded as other London markets and as it’s open every day of the week, it’s definitely worth a visit.
