2FOR1 offers: Great British attractions
Get 2FOR1 entry to Great British attractions including restaurants, theatres, exhibitions and more, when you travel with Virgin Trains.
To take advantage of these offers simply select the destination you're interested in from the drop down menu below, browse the list of 2FOR1 attractions, click "Claim offer" and then go through to the Days Out Guide website to register and print off your 2FOR1 voucher. The hardest bit is deciding which attraction to visit.
Then on the day, simply present your 2FOR1 voucher together with your Virgin Trains tickets at the attractions.
Exhibitions and Events
Ascot Racecourse
Ascot is synonymous with quality, excellence and a truly memorable day out.
The racecourse is famous for Royal Ascot in June, but the highlights continue throughout the year as each raceday hosts a unique theme and atmosphere to complement the racing. Enjoy our spectacular Firework display or Christmas Shopping Village this November.
Join us this December as Santa and his reindeer make a stop at the course. That's not all... Our thrilling Jumps season continues into the New Year reaching the finale in April with Countryside Day, our first family day of 2013 in association with the Countryside Alliance.
Ticket prices start from £13 per person. Children 17 and under go free. For more information or to book call 0844 346 3000 or visit ascot.co.uk
2FOR1 Offers: Grandstand Admission on Fridays: £13
Grandstand Admission on Saturdays: £18
Premier Admission on Fridays: £23
Premier Admission on Saturdays: £28
Gates open 11am (Flat) and 10.45am (Jumps).
Excludes: Royal Ascot 18 - 22 June, plus 27 July, 10 August and QIPCO British Champions Day 19 October
Beyond El Dorado: power and gold in ancient Colombia at the British Museum
17 October 2013-23 March 2014
For centuries, Europeans were dazzled by the legend of a lost city of gold in South America. The truth behind this myth is perhaps even more fascinating. El Dorado - literally 'the golden one' - refers to an intriguing ritual that took place at Lake Guatavita, near modern Bogotá.
Organised with Museo del Oro, this major new exhibition at the British Museum explores the rich and diverse cultures of Colombia before the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century. With a focus on the craftsmanship and extraordinary metalworking skill of the peoples of ancient Colombia, it presents a hidden world of distinct and vibrant cultures.
The exhibition features more than 300 beautiful and detailed works made from gold and other precious materials, some of which are being displayed in the UK for the first time.
Sponsored by Bank Julius Baer. Additional support provided by American Airlines.
Image: Anthropomorphic pectoral, Colombia, Tairona, AD 900-1600. © Museo del Oro - Banco de la República, Colombia.
Price: £10 (adult)
Opening times:
Offer available Monday to Thursday 10.00 to 17.30 and Friday 10.00 to 20.30
Last entry 16.20 (19.10 Fridays)
British Music Experience
The British Music Experience is the national museum of Popular music - a place where you can relive the moments that helped put British music on the map.
With an amazing archive of iconic images and footage, over 600 items of rare artist and music memorabilia and an interactive studio,you can immerse yourself in the history of British music, which created some of the world's most influential artists.
From Flower Power to Girl Power, Electro to Goth…the real history of modern Britain is written in our music. Experience it.
Admission: Adult - £13.00
Opening Times: Daily 11.00-19.30. (Last admission 18.30)
Telephone: 020 8463 2000.
The Cheapside Hoard: London's Lost Jewels at the Museum of London
11 October 2013 - 27 April 2014
Discover the secrets of the Cheapside Hoard in a major new exhibition at the Museum of London. This extraordinary and priceless treasure of late 16th and early 17th century jewels and gemstones - displayed in its entirety for the first time in over 100 years - was discovered in 1912, buried in a cellar on Cheapside in the City of London. Through new research and state-of-the-art technology, the exhibition will showcase the wealth of insights the Hoard offers on Elizabethan and Jacobean London - as a centre of craftsmanship and conspicuous consumption, at the crossroads of the Old and New Worlds. It will also explore the mysteries that remain, lost among the cataclysmic events of the mid-17th century: who owned the Hoard, when and why was it hidden, and why was it never reclaimed?
Admission: Adult £10
Open: Daily 10.00-18.00 between 11 October 2013 - 27 April 2014. Timed ticketing applies and entry subject to availability.
Collider: Step Inside the World’s Greatest Experiment - Science Museum, London
13 November 2013 - 30 April 2014
Be transported into the heart of one of the greatest scientific experiments of our times with the Science Museum's major new exhibition on the Large Hadron Collider. In the first exhibition of its kind, Collider provides a behind-the-scenes look at the famous CERN particle physics laboratory, offering visitors the closest experience possible to visiting the famous site itself.
The immersive exhibition will blend theatre, video and sound art, taking visitors to the site of the LHC where you can explore areas including CERN's Control Room and a huge underground detector cavern. Meet 'virtual' scientists and engineers from CERN, snoop around a researcher's workbench and have exclusive up-close access to real LHC artefacts, following the journey of particle beams through to the very heart of a particle collision.
Find out more sciencemuseum.ac.uk/collider
Admission: Adult £10
Offer available: 13 November 2013 - 30 April 2014 (Museum closed 24-26 Dec)
elBulli: Ferran Adria and The Art of Food at Somerset House
5 July-29 September 2013
A major retrospective exhibition on a global icon of gastronomy, Ferran Adrià, and the restaurant he built to become the world's best, elBulli. The retrospective is the world's first exhibition dedicated to a chef and his restaurant and will showcase the art of cuisine and cuisine as art.
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary laboratory and kitchen of the internationally renowned restaurant, which delighted diners for over 50 years.
In total, the elBulli team invented 1,846 dishes and in doing so, they led the culinary revolution which has inspired and influenced a generation of chefs including Heston Blumenthal, René Redzepi, and Joan Roca.
Under Adrià's leadership and creative direction, elBulli was voted the world's best restaurant five times by Restaurant magazine and the restaurant received over 2 million reservation enquiries for each summer season that it was open.
Price: £10 (adult)
Opening times:
Daily 10.00-18.00 (last entry 17.15), until 21.00 Thursdays (last entry 20.15) except 26 Sept. Offer valid every day except Monday.
Ellen Gallagher at Tate Modern
1 May-1 September 2013
Ellen Gallagher (born 1965 Providence, Rhode Island) is one of the most acclaimed contemporary painters to have emerged from North America.
In 2013, Tate Modern will present the UK's first substantial solo exhibition of her work, providing a unique opportunity to survey her career over the past 20 years.
Gallagher's varied practice draws from an eclectic range of sources, including literature, music, myth, black popular culture, science fiction and advertising.
She obscures and abstracts this imagery, leaving behind traces that give rise to unnerving stories.
The exhibition will include key works such as the complex relief Bird in Hand 2006 and the film installation Murmur 2003-4, as well as new work which will be shown to the public for the first time.
Price: £10 (Adult)
Opening times:
10.00-18.00, Sunday - Thursday / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 17.15
10.00-22.00, Friday - Saturday / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 21.15
Fly with the Red Arrows at the Science Museum
Discover the thrill of flying in a Red Arrows jet during one of their sensational aerobatic displays. With stunning 3D vision and flight simulator technology, see and feel what it's like in our incredible full motion theatre. "This is the first time you can properly experience what its like to be in a Red Arrows aeroplane." Sqn Ldr Ben Murphy, Red Arrows leader. 2FOR1 Fly 3D motion effects theatre: £5.00. Entry to the Museum is free. Offer applies to Red Arrows 3D only. Opening times: 10.00 - 18.00.
Ibrahim El-Salahi: A Visionary Modernist at Tate Modern
3 July-22 September 2013
Tate Modern presents the UK's first major exhibition of Sudanese artist Ibrahim El-Salahi (born 1930).
Bringing together 100 works from across more than five decades of his international career, this retrospective highlights one of the most significant figures in African and Arab Modernism, revealing his place in the context of a broader, global art history.
The exhibition traces the artist's personal journey, beginning in Sudan in the 1950s where the artist originally trained and practiced as an art teacher, as well as his time at the Slade School of Fine Art in London.
After this period of self-discovery, El-Salahi returned to his homeland and continued his pioneering integration of traditional African, Arab and Islamic visual sources with European art movements.
Price: £10 (Adult)
Opening times:
10.00-18.00, Sun-Thur / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 17.15
10.00-22.00, Fri-Sat / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 21.15
Legend of Apollo 4D at the Science Museum
Feel the impact of a Saturn V rocket launch, be part of a Moon landing and discover the smell of space in Legend of Apollo in our 4D cinema.
Experience for yourself being part of the ground-breaking Apollo missions of the 1960s and 1970s through NASA film archives, exceptional 3D computer animation and the personal reminiscences of former NASA Apollo astronaut Col. David R Scott.
London's Science Museum is the only place you can experience an Apollo mission, and then view the real Apollo 10 Command Module in our Making the Modern World gallery.
Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Admission: Adult £5.
Opening Times: 10.00-18.00 daily.
Lowry and the Painting of Modern Life at Tate Britain
26 June - 20 October 2013
This summer, Tate Britain presents a major exhibition of landscapes by the much loved British painter L S Lowry (1887-1976). This is the first show held by a public institution in London since the artist's death.
Bringing together around eighty works, including Tate's Coming Out of School 1927 and The Pond 1950, this show aims to re-assess Lowry's contribution as part of a wider art history and to argue for his achievement as Britain's pre-eminent painter of the industrial city.
Lowry's most frequent subjects were drawn from the streets he walked daily whilst working as a rent collector, subjects such as football matches, protest marches, evictions and fist-fights and workers going to and from the mill. But above all Lowry was a landscape painter and wished to show what the industrial revolution had made of the world. Without his pictures, Britain would arguably lack an account in paint of the experiences of the 20th-century working class.
Adult: £15.00
25 June - 20 October 2013
10.00 - 18:00 Everyday (last entry 17:15)
Mira Schendel at Tate Modern
26 September 2013-19 January 2014
Mira Schendel (1919-1988) was one of Latin America's most important and prolific post-war artists. While her most well-known works are delicate monotypes, her work encompassed painting, drawing, collage, sculptural objects, notebooks and installations.
With her contemporaries Lygia Clark and Hélio Oiticica, Schendel reinvented the language of European Modernism in Brazil.
Tate Modern will stage the first ever international full-scale survey of her work.
The exhibition will reveal Schendel's dialogues with a diverse range of artists, philosophers and critics, as well as her engagement with universal ideas of faith, self-understanding and existence.
It will bring together over 250 paintings, prints and sculptures from across her entire career, including works which have never been exhibited before.
Price: £10 (Adult)
Opening times:
10.00-18.00, Sun-Thu / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 17.15
10.00-22.00, Fri-Sat / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 21.15
National Home Improvement Show
From 27-29 September 2013, London Olympia will be transformed into a one-stop centre for home improvers. Here, you will be able to speak to experts who can help you to make informed decisions about your project, avoid common and often expensive pitfalls, and find innovative solutions to your home improvement dilemmas.
Whatever home improvement project you're planning - whether it's a major transformation or simple changes to the décor - a visit to The National Home Improvement Show, sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, is essential to ensure you're prepared with all the advice, inspiration and know-how you need to create your perfect home.
Price: Adult £16.00. 2FOR1 offer available when customers present voucher at box office.
Opening times: Friday 27 September 2013 10:00 - 17:00, Saturday 28 September 2013 10:00 - 18:00, Sunday 29 September 2013 10:00 - 17:00
Only in England: Photographs by Tony Ray-Jones and Martin Parr - Media Space - Science Museum
21 September 2013 - 16 March 2014
Fascinated by the eccentricities of English social customs, Tony Ray-Jones spent the latter half of the 1960s travelling across England, photographing what he saw as a disappearing way of life. Humorous yet melancholy, these works had a profound influence on photographer Martin Parr, who has now made a new selection of many previously unseen works from the National Media Museum's Ray-Jones archive. Shown alongside The Non-Conformists, Parr's rarely seen work from the 1970s, this selection forms a major new exhibition which demonstrates the close relationships between the work of these two important photographers.
Admission: Adult £8
Offer available: 21 September 2013 - 16 March 2014 during Museum opening hours 10am - 6pm daily (closed Dec 24-26).
Patrick Caulfield & Gary Hume at Tate Britain
5 June-1 September 2013
£13.10 one ticket, entry to two exhibitions
Tate Britain presents two exhibitions running in parallel by the painters Patrick Caulfield (1936-2005), and Gary Hume (b1962).
Both known for their vibrant colourful paintings and bold techniques. Patrick Caulfield is perhaps best known for reinvigorating traditional artistic genres such as the still life as well as his mastery of colour, graphic elegance and wit.
This exhibition will offer the chance to reassess his influences and the legacy of his approach to painting.
Gary Hume is one of the celebrated group of 'Young British Artists' (YBAs) first received critical acclaim in the early 1990s with his bold, large-scale paintings which used high gloss paint to create planes of industrial colour.
This exhibition explores the breadth and vitality of his work, highlighting Hume's innovative use of colour, line and surface in his distinctive compositions. See both exhibitions with one ticket.
Price: £13.10
Opening times: 10.00-18:00 Mon-Sun (last entry 17:15)
Pearls at Victoria and Albert Museum
21 September 2013 - 19 January 2014
(image credit: Necklace c.1850 © Victoria and Albert Museum, London)
V&A and Qatar Museums Authority exhibition
Experience the beauty and allure of pearls which across centuries and cultures have long been associated with wealth, royalty and glamour. This autumn the V&A and the Qatar Museums Authority explore the history of natural pearls from the early Roman Empire through to the present day.
On display is a stunning array of jewellery showcasing the variety of shapes and colours of pearls from famous makers such as Bulgari, Cartier, Tiffany, Chaumet and Lalique, through to modern artists and makers such as Mikimoto.
Highlights include rare natural specimens, Mary Queen of Scots' necklace, a group of magnificent tiaras worn by European royalty, delicate art nouveau and striking art deco pieces and a pair of pearl drop earrings owned by Elizabeth Taylor.
Painted portraits and photographs provide the backdrop to document the fashion for wearing pearls and their symbolism in East and West.
Price: £10 (Adult)
Opening times:
Open daily 10.00-17.45 and 10.00-22.00 on Friday
Offer valid from 21 September 2013 until 19 January 2014
Propaganda: Power and Persuasion at the British Library
17 May-17 September 2013
What have the Olympics, Chairman Mao and matchboxes got in common? Who portrayed Margaret Thatcher as Napoleon, and why? Is propaganda public information or misinformation, and do we need it?
From safe sex to dictatorships, from the iconic to the everyday, Propaganda: Power and Persuasion is the first exhibition to explore how different states have used propaganda during the 20th and 21st centuries, in peace-time and in war. Posters, films, cartoons and textbooks reveal the many ways by which the state tries to influence its citizens.
Exploring a surprising range of exhibits from around the world, you will be challenged to look critically at messages, methods, and media, discovering more about the use of propaganda through time and across cultures.
Price: £9 (Adult)
Opening times:
10.00-18.00 Mon, Wed, Thur and Fri
10.00-20.00 Tue
10.00-17.00 Sat
11.00-17.00 Sun and Bank Holidays
Saloua Raouda Choucair at Tate Modern
17 April-20 October 2013
Tate Modern presents the first exhibition in the UK of Lebanese artist Saloua Raouda Choucair. Born in Beirut in 1916, Choucair is a pioneer of abstract art in the Middle East and is now becoming recognised as an important figure in the history of global modernism.
A rare female voice in the Beirut art scene from the 1940s onwards, her work combines elements of western abstraction with Islamic aesthetics. It is characterised by an experimental approach to materials alongside an elegant use of modular forms, lines and curves drawn from the traditions of Islamic design.
Comprising over 100 works, this exhibition brings together paintings, sculptures and other objects made by the artist over five decades, reflecting her interests in science, mathematics and Islamic art.
Price: £10 (Adult)
Opening times: 10.00-18.00, Sunday - Thursday / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 17.15
10.00-22.00, Friday - Saturday / Last admission to special exhibitions is at 21.15
The Adventure Travel Show Olympia London
The Adventure Travel Show, the UK's biggest and only show dedicated to the exciting world of adventure and off-the-beaten-track travel, is returning to London's Olympia on the 25-26 January 2014.
The show is packed with inspiration and travel advice that will help you to uncover the journey of a lifetime from small group adventures, wildlife encounters and trekking to family adventures, career breaks, safaris, overland expeditions, volunteering, gap years and much more.
With specialist travel operators, exclusive show offers, and real-life experiences presented by explorers, adventurers and travel guides - The Adventure Travel Show offers you everything under one roof so that you can research, plan and book your next big trip.
If you have itchy feet and want to discover a once-a-lifetime travel adventure, make sure you get down to The Adventure Travel Show - it is where your adventure begins.
Admission: £10
Saturday 26 January 2014, 10.00-18.00 Sunday 27 January 2014, 10.00-17.00
The Musical Museum at Kew Bridge
The Musical Museum contains one of the world's foremost collections of self-playing musical instruments. The collection embraces tiny musical boxes, reproducing pianos, orchestrions, residence organs and violin players. A star exhibit is the "Mighty Wurlitzer" cinema organ which rises up from beneath the stage to entertain visitors as it did in the "Golden Age" of cinema. Discover how music was captured and instruments powered and experience the actions and sounds of self-playing instruments. Specialist, volunteer, guides demonstrate instruments at weekends and on selected days each week. The Riverview Tea Room opens on Sundays and offers a range of light refreshments. There is a concert hall that seats over 200 people and a shop featuring a range of musically themed gifts. Special events take place throughout the year and include a monthly Tea Dance on Saturday afternoons with the Wurlitzer organ.
Admission: Adult £8.00
Opening Times: Tues - Sun 11.00 - 17.00 last admission 16.30. Closed Mon (open some bank holidays). Extended Christmas closure.
Visit time: 1-2 hours
Telephone: 020 8560 8108
Victoriana: The Art of Revival at Guildhall Art Gallery
From the macabre to the quaint, the sensational to the surreal, Victoriana: The Art of Revival is the first-ever exhibition in the UK to offer a major retrospective of Victorian revivalism in all its guises. Featuring graphic design, film, photography, ceramics, taxidermy, furniture, textiles and fine art, this fascinating multi-media, multi-sensory show explores the work of contemporary artists who have been inspired by the 19th century and offers an intriguing perspective into the on-going cultural legacy of our Victorian forebears.
Features works by artists including Yinka Shonibare, Grayson Perry, Paula Rego, Dan Hillier, Paul St. George, Rob Ryan, Kitty Valentine, Otto Von Beach and Jake and Dinos Chapman, including exhibits created especially for the show.
Admission: Adult £7
7 September to 8 December 2013
Opening times: Mon-Sat 10.00-17.00; Sun 12.00-16.00
Visions of the Universe at the National Maritime Museum
7 June-15 September 2013
Visions of the Universe tells the story of astronomical imaging - from the earliest drawings done by hand to the latest pictures from Hubble and the Mars Curiosity rover.
The exhibition brings together some of the best astronomical photographs ever made and showcases over a hundred captivating images of stars, planets, galaxies and many other celestial highlights.
From ethereal images of deep space to close-up views of our planetary neighbours, Visions of the Universe features photographs from NASA, the Russian space programme and some of the greatest telescopes in the world, as well as highlights from the last four years of the Royal Observatory's highly successful Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition.
Price: £7.25
Opening times: 10.00-16.00
Galleries and Museums
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art
The Estorick Collection was formed by Eric Estorick (1913-1993) and his wife Salome (1920-1989) during the 1950s. The Canonbury Square building was refurbished to house the Collection and opened to the public in 1998.
Nowhere else in Britain can visitors see in such profusion paintings by Futurism's main protagonists: Giacomo Balla, Umberto Boccioni, Carlo Carrà, Luigi Russolo and Gino Severini. The Collection also includes works by Giorgio de Chirico, Amedeo Modigliani and Giorgio Morandi.
Admission: Adult £5.00
Opening times: Wed-Sat 11.00-18.00, (First Thu each month open until 21.00), Sun 12.00-17.00. Closed Monday & Tuesday.
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7704 9522
Fashion and Textile Museum
The Fashion and Textile Museum is solely dedicated to showcasing developments in contemporary fashion, as well as providing inspiration, support and training for those working in the industry. Situated in the heart of fashionable Bermondsey Village near London Bridge, in a fantastic building designed by late Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta, the Museum runs three exciting exhibitions a year, covering fashion and textile subjects from the Second World War to the present day. The Museum also offers a range of fantastic workshops and events allowing visitors to get to grips with skills and trends in the industry. The Museum shop features a range of wonderful products from up and coming designers and the Teapod café next door has a delicious range of refreshments.
For more information about the Museum, its current displays and events programme, please refer to the Museum's website.
Admission: Adult £8.00
Opening Times: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 - 18:00 (last admission 17.15)
Open: 16 Nov 2012 - 23 Feb 2013, 22 Mar - 29 Jun, 12 Jul - 31 Aug, 20 Sep Closed: 24 Feb - 21 Mar, 30 Jun - 11 Aug, 1 - 19 Sep 2013
Florence Nightingale Museum
Florence Nightingale was the most influential woman in Victoria Britain after Queen Victoria herself.
Travel through three exciting pavilions where you will relive her childhood, understand her experiences in the Crimean War and learn about how she pioneered modern nursing practice. See how the themes of superbugs and care of soldiers were just as relevant then as now. Meet the thousands of women and men who followed in her footsteps and hear their moving personal stories. Her story is brought to life through our unique collection and fun interactive displays.
Admission: Adult £5.80 - Subject to change, excludes family ticket
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-17.00. Closed Christmas day, Boxing day and Good Friday.
Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Telephone: 020 7620 0374
Foundling Museum
The Foundling Museum tells the story of the Foundling Hospital, Britain's first home for abandoned children and London's first public art gallery. The Foundling Museum houses the Hospital's fine collection of mainly eighteenth century art, artefacts relating to the children's lives and a gallery display about composer Handel, who was a major benefactor of the Hospital.
From June to September a new site-specific artwork from acclaimed British ceramic artist Clare Twomey will give visitors to the Foundling Museum the opportunity to take home a unique work of art, but only on condition they carry out a specific good deed. Inspired by the acts of exchange and charity implicit in the Foundling Hospital story, Twomey has devised over 2000 individual good deeds. Placed between the base of a cup and its saucer, these instructions are revealed only when a cup is selected! In order to keep the cup, one must agree to complete the good deed.
Admission: Adult £7.50 (£8.25 including Gift Aid)
Opening Times: Mondays closed, Tues-Sat 10:00-17:00, Sunday 11:00-17:00.
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7841 3600
Freud Museum London
Step into Sigmund Freud's London home after fleeing Nazi-occupied Austria. Discover his intriguing study and world-famous psychoanalytic couch. See rare film footage of the Freud family, as well as the study of Anna Freud, a pioneer of child psychoanalysis. Admission: Adult £6.00
2FOR1 (offer will not apply to concessionary rate)
Opening Times: Wed - Sun 12.00 - 17.00
Closures: Sun 31 Mar & Mon 1 Apr
Visit Time: 1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
Telephone: 020 7435 2002
Guards Museum
This superb hidden gem of a museum houses the story of the five regiments of foot guards who guard the Sovereign and her palaces. Come and enjoy this royal collection worth over £6.5 million!
Admission: Adult £5.00
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-16.00*. Last admission 15.30.
*We are closed for some state occasions and for some regimental services. Please call before you travel to check we are open.
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7414 3428
Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum London is a landmark museum celebrating Jewish life and cultural diversity. The museum tells the story of Jewish history, culture and religion in an innovative and compelling way and engages with people of all backgrounds and faiths to explore Jewish heritage and identity as part of the wider story of Britain.
Admission: Adult £7.50.
Opening times:
Monday Thursday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 2pm Saturday Closed Sunday 10am - 5pm Check jewishmuseum.org.uk for closures
Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes. Telephone: 020 7284 7384.
London Canal Museum
The London Canal Museum tells the story of London's canals from the early days as important trade routes to today's more leisurely pursuits. Learn about the cargos and people who strove to make a living on the canals, and the horses that pulled the boats. See inside a narrowboat cabin, work a boat through a model lock and peer down into a huge Victorian ice well.
The museum is housed in an attractive canalside building that was built in the mid-19th century as an ice warehouse. Meet the horse and see her reconstructed stable and the horseramp up the inside of the building.
Download our MP3 tour or find out about our exciting events programme from www.canalmuseum.org.uk before you come!
Admission: £4
Opening Times: Tue-Sun & Bank Hols 10.00-16.30. Late opening 1st Thursday of month to 1930. Closed Mon - except Bank Hols, also 24 - 27 & 31 December.
Visit Time: 1-2 hours
Telephone: 020 7713 0836.
London Dungeon
The London Dungeon, one of the UK's most iconic attractions, has left London Bridge and re-invented itself as a NEW bigger, bolder and better attraction in the vast underground vaults of County Hall on the South Bank, next to the EDF Energy London Eye. The all new multi-million pound attraction brings 1000 years of authentic London history to life with a unique mix of talented live actors performing in scarily funny shows, stunning special effects, edge of your seat surprises and two exiting thrill rides. Guests embark on a journey through a dramatic London landscape going back ten centuries. They will be guided through ghastly plague-ridden streets, witness Guy Fawkes' dramatic plot to blow up Parliament, travel back to Jack the Ripper's bleak Whitechapel and walk beneath London's foreboding medieval gates. The new shows and rides are more dramatic and surprising than ever, the new scripts are funnier, the costumes and styling more theatrical and even more talented actors play a colourful cast of villains and blaggards.
Admission: Adult £24.60, Child £19.20
Opening Times: Daily from 10am (except Thursdays, when King Henry sleeps in until 11am)
Visit http://www.thedungeons.com/london/en/ for exact opening hours.
Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Telephone: 0871 423 2240
London Motor Museum
The London Motor Museum is home to a unique collection of over 150 cars. With everything from 1930s Classics, American Cars of the 50s & 60s, Hot-Rods, Muscle Cars, Movie and Character Cars, European Classics, Super-Cars and Modern Custom Builds the London Motor Museum promises a great day out for everyone.
We have a number of fun and exciting exhibits at the museum that are both interesting and educational such as the Bat Cave, Muscle Car Alley, Tractors & WWII, 50's & 60's America, The Supercar Paddock (featured at Top Gear 2012) and Road Safety.
As well as boasting a diverse collection the museum also has fantastic facilities. The museum has a Coffee Bar (Coffee Republic), The Mini Driving Experience, a 24-seat cinema room and a gift shop. Parents can enjoy a hot drink at our coffee bar whilst the children test their driving skills at our Mini Driving experience. Or why not enjoy a film or documentary in our 24-seat cinema room. The London Motor Museum is a great day out and we promise that you will have great time.
Admission: Adult £30.00
Opening times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Closed 25 Dec.
Visit time: 1 hour
Telephone: 0800 195 0777
London Transport Museum
Discover the story of London's transport system, and how it shaped the lives of people living and working in the Capital. By conserving and interpreting the city's transport heritage, London Transport Museum offers people an understanding of the Capital's past and engages them in the debate about its future. Throughout 2013 join the museum in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Underground. For more information please visit ltmuseum.co.uk.
Visitors can enjoy:
- A dramatic 'World Cities' walk
- Exciting exhibitions in the CBS Outdoor Gallery: Poster Art 150 - London Underground's Greatest Designs (until October 27 2013)
- Even more for families. Children can play and learn in the Exchange and All aboard galleries
- Explore the history of public transport, marvelling at the world's first Underground steam train
- Upper Deck Café serving morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea throughout the day.
- A small picnic area is situated in the main gallery.
- Kids go free.
Admission: Adult: £15.00, Concessions £11.50. Under 16's go free. Under 12's must be accompanied by an adult.
Opening Times: Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10.00-18.00. Fri 11.00-18.00. Last admission 17.15. Closed 24, 25 & 26 December.
Madame Tussauds London
Filled with 14 exciting, interactive zones and the amazing Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience, Madame Tussauds London combines glitz and glamour with incredible history.
Walk down the red carpet and strike a pose with Kate Winslet, before challenging your favourite sportstars like David Beckham or Lewis Hamilton. Get up close to some music mega stars like Rihanna and Michael Jackson, before addressing the nation alongside Obama.
For the brave, get face-to-face with scary serial killers in our live fear experience SCREAM. After a sneaky behind-the-scenes look at how our World-renowned sculptors create the figures, relax in our taxis and relive the rich history of London.
Then step up to your favourite Marvel Super Heroes before getting ready to experience the spectacular and exclusive Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie, where our Marvel Super Heroes battle it out to save London from impending doom.
So, who do you want to meet?
Admission: Adult £30.00 Child £25.80 Offer includes: Scream and Marvel Super Heroes 4D. Opening Times: Vary from 09.00 - 18.00. Please note that during peak periods the attraction is quieter after 15.00. Visit Time: 2 hours. Telephone: 0871 894 3000* *Calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras.
Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising
Around the corner from Portobello Road Market you'll find a unique look at the last 250 years. Marvel at 12000 items of vintage design in our decade-by-decade galleries. Chart the evolving taste of the British consumer by discovering what made the Victorian shopper tick, what your ancestors bought and what the modern consumer demands. Whether you visit to awaken memories of your childhood or to be charmed by the retro styles on show, you're sure to learn something new about something old at the Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising.
*Please note it is advisable to bring a map to help find the museum
Admission: Adult £6.50
Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday 10.00-18.00, Sunday 11.00-17.00
Closed Mondays expect Bank Holidays.
Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Telephone: 020 7908 0880
Royal Air Force Museum
Discover over 100 aircraft, a 3D cinema, simulator rides, Aeronauts Interactive Gallery and the innovative sound and light show "Our Finest Hour". Free family friendly activities throughout the year, check www.rafmuseum.org for further details. Entry to the Royal Airforce Museum is free. Offer applies to Simulator Rides only. Simulator rides 2FOR1: £3.00
Opening times: Daily 10.00-18.00
Visit time: 4 hours
The Cartoon Museum
See great British cartoon and comic art. From Steve Bell and Matt Gillray, Giles and Heath Robinson, Ronald Searle to Manga and favourite characters like Dennis the Menace and Andy Capp. Something for everyone - including a great shop with funny books and cards. Under-18s FREE
2013 Highlights include a special Ralph Steadman Exhibition. [1 May - 21 July 2013] Also fun summer exhibition.
Great Summer cartooning and animation workshops for kids. Book online through the shop, spaces limited. www.cartoonmuseum.org
Admission: Adult £5.50. Under-18s FREE
Opening times: Monday - Saturday 10.30 - 17.30. Sunday 12.00 - 17.30. Closed 11 March & 22 July 2013.
Visit time: 45 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
Telephone: 020 7580 8155.
The Fan Museum
An award-winning museum located in two early 18th-century town houses, situated in historic Greenwich. The galleries contain permanent displays and temporary exhibitions based on the museum's diverse collections of more than 4,000 objects dating from the 11th century, and from other international collections. Highlights include a late 19th century fan leaf painted by Paul Gauguin, and a rare 17th century French fan leaf depicting the twentieth birthday celebrations of the Grand Dauphin (son of Louis XIV). Traditional afternoon teas are served on Tuesday and Sunday from 3pm (booking advised).
The Museum holds fan-making workshops on the first Saturday of each month (places limited to six attendees). Contact the Museum for further details.
Admission: Adult £4.00
Opening Times: Tues - Sat 11.00 - 17.00 Sun 12.00 - 17.00. Closed Monday.
See www.thefanmuseum.org.uk for all holiday closing dates
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 8305 1441
The London Film Museum
Discover the magic of the movies! London's only interactive museum dedicated to films. Original props and costumes from major blockbusters are on display, and people who work in the industry are on hand to answer your questions. Admission: Adult £13.50. Opening Times: Mon-Wed 10.00-17.00. Thu 11.00-17.00. Fri 10.00-17.00. Sat 10.00-18.00. Sun 11.00-18.00. Visit Time: 1-2 hours. Telephone: 020 7638 8891 (Box Office).
Theme and Adventure Parks
Chessington World of Adventures Resort
Go wild in 2013 with the 'DreamWorks Madagascar Live! Prepare to Party' stage show at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, then continue the adventure on board brand new off-road safari trucks as you embark on an expedition like no other with brand new ZUFARI: Ride into Africa, brave the fiery Dragon's Fury or take a spin on KOBRA. Take a walk on the wild side with tigers, lions and gorillas in the Trail of the Kings or get a soaking as Rameses gets its Revenge! And to top it all off stay at the safari-themed Resort Hotel and wake up to giraffe, zebras and antelopes grazing quietly in the Wanyama Village & Reserve.
With 10 themed lands, more than 40 rides and attractions, over 1,000 amazing animals in the Zoo, a SEA LIFE centre and a safari-themed hotel, Chessington really is Britain's Wildest Adventure with too much to explore in just one day.
Visit chessington.com
Admission: Theme Park Adult £43.20*
*Prices are subject to change. See website for further details.
Telephone: 0871 663 4477
Opening Times: Zoo Days: Open From 10am - 3pm. Theme Park Days: Open from 10am Daily closing times vary visit www.Chessington.com for details.
Closures:
1, 4-8, 11-15, 25-28 February 2013
1, 4-8, 11-19 March 2013
5-8, 11-15, 18-22, 22-29 November 2013
2-6, 10-13, 17-18, 25 December 2013
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
Play your part in a world of LEGO® adventure at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort with over 55 rides and attractions.
In 2013, children of all ages will be able to splash and play in our new themed land DUPLO® Valley, float through a magical fairy tale landscape, experience LEGO's® new Legends of Chima in extraordinary 4D, and visit a galaxy of LEGO®Star Wars™stars.
Please note that new ride and attraction opening dates vary. Please visit www.LEGOLAND.co.uk for further information.
Admission: Adult £45.60
Telephone: 0871 2222 001. Calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Information and booking lines are open Mondays to Fridays from 10am - 4pm.
Opening Times: Open from 10am. The 2013 season runs from 15 March - 4 November 2013. Check online at www.LEGOLAND.co.uk for opening times and full operating calendar.
Ripley’s Believe it or Not
RIPLEY'S LONDON IS A MUST SEE!
Step into the oddly wonderful world of the legendary Robert Ripley, an intrepid world traveller, cartoonist, reporter, adventurer and seeker of remarkable relics and rare treasures. With over 700 astonishing artefacts and interactive experiences spanning across 6 floors, Ripley's Believe It or Not! London celebrates the weird, wonderful and bizarre in all its forms in the heart of London's West End.
- New for 2013 - Mini Art See the astonishing artwork produced by British artist Ian Cook, created using only remote-controlled Mini Coopers!
With everything you can imagine…and plenty more you can't!
- Admission tickets include entry to the Mirror Maze and Laser Race
- Situated right in the heart of London's West End
- Live performances and shows during peak season
- Full disabled access
- Largest Ripley's in the world
- Open 365 days a year - even Christmas Day
- Audio guides available in French, German, Italian, Spanish and English
- A coffee shop and gift shop within the attraction
Visitors are positively encouraged to take photographs!
Admission: £29.90* for two people
*2FOR1 all inclusive package includes admission to exhibition, Mirror Maze, LaseRace and souvenir guide book!
Opening Times: Open 365 days a year from 10:00 AM - Midnight (Last entry at 10:30 PM)
Visit Time: 2 hours
Telephone: 020 3238 0022
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Let us take you on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling array of amazing creatures. Every step will reveal something new, from a face to face encounter with sharks to Gentoo Penguins in an ice adventure.
New for Spring 2013 - Ocean of Stars
Get up close to our dazzling collection of starfish from across the world's oceans in all shapes, sizes and colours. Generations of seaside visitors have marvelled at these jewels of the seabed, but never before have so many been gathered together in one amazing, star-spangled spectacle!
Shark Reef Encounter:
One of the most popular and dramatic displays at SEA LIFE London Aquarium is the revamped shark reef. Encounter sinister Sand Tiger sharks, Bow Mouths, Black Tips and Grey Reefs (and a shoal of less menacing fish to keep them company!). It's as close as you can be to these fascinating and eerie creatures of the deep without getting wet!
Admission: Adult £20.70 walk up price.
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Last admission 17.00.
Check the website visitsealife.com/london for changes.
Visit Time: 2 hours
Telephone: 0871 663 1678 (10p per min on a BT landline, other networks may vary).
Thorpe Park
Experience a world first in 2013 as you are challenged to take a death-defying flight in reverse on the UK's first winged rollercoaster, THE SWARM.
Fearless riders who brave it backwards on THE SWARM won't know what's coming as they spin 180° and plunge 127ft into an apocalyptic wasteland, speeding unknowingly towards the wing of a genuine plane wreckage. And with a terrifying new near-miss that will see THE SWARM burst through the mangled metal of a devastated billboard, THE SWARM is sure to terrify even the bravest of thrillseekers!
For more information visit THORPEPARK.com
Admission: Adult £43.20 - Prices are subject to change. See website for further details.
Telephone: 0871 663 1673
Opening Times: 14 March - 4 November 2013
ZSL London Zoo
ZSL London Zoo has been entertaining and delighting visitors since opening to the public in 1847. With over 760 animal species, exciting and innovative exhibits it's a great day out in the capital for all ages and sizes.
This year, ZSL London Zoo is turning London into Tiger Territory with a landmark new exhibit. Through immersive and interactive experiences visitors will be able to explore verdant world of the Sumatran Tiger experiencing up close the natural environment of one of nature's most awesome predators.
But there is more in store! Head down to the beach and watch London's largest colony of Humboldt Penguins dive, swim, frolic and feed. Move through lush forested pathways and come face to face with majestic Western Lowland Gorilla and wander from day through to night in London's only living rainforest among many others. Visitors can also enjoy our daily animal displays, feeds and talks!
Admission: Prices from £25.00*
*Includes donation. Price subject to change.
Open: From 10am. Closing times vary - until 17:30 from March 2013.
Telephone: 020 7722 3333
Theatres, Shows and Concerts
Brainiac Live: Science Abuse
Two top tickets for £24. Offer ends 17 August 2013.
Strap on your safety goggles boys and girls! Back due to explosively popular demand, BRAINIAC LIVE! SCIENCE ABUSE - the show that laughs in the face of science - is making its West End debut at the Palace Theatre from 18 July until 17 August. Based on the multi-award winning Sky TV show, BRAINIAC LIVE! SCIENCE ABUSE will bring mischief and mayhem to the West-End for 23 days across a whopping 50 shows during July and August. Expect exploding dustbins, combusting microwaves and 20 live daredevil stunts, as they attempt to answer some of science's hotly debated questions like, "How much oxygen & helium do you have to ignite to make a really loud bang?!" and "What are the things you can run through?".
Relatively Speaking
Felicity Kendal and Kara Tointon star in Alan Ayckbourn's wonderfully funny play. After just one month, Greg has made up his mind that Ginny's the girl for him. When she tells him that she's going to visit her parents, he decides this is the moment to ask her father for his daughter's hand. After discovering a scribbled address, Greg follows Ginny. He finds Philip and Sheila in the garden but the only thing is - they're not Ginny's parents!
Get two top price tickets for £56.50 or two second price tickets for £39.00, Tue-Fri evenings, Wed & Thu matinees from 14 May-31 Aug. Advance booking only.
Rock of Ages
The legendary show described as a 'Great Experience' by Alice Cooper, ROCK OF AGES is the worldwide smash-hit that features a potent mix of 80′s-themed hilarity and eyebrow scorching tunes, including: Don't Stop Believin', We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Wanted Dead or Alive, Here I Go Again, Can't Fight this Feeling and I Want To Know What Love Is.
The five-time Tony nominated musical is now booking until November 2013 at the Garrick Theatre in London's West End, following a year of ovation-inducing performances at the Shaftesbury Theatre.
In the new home of London's most raucous and funny musical we have more competitively-priced tickets on sale than ever before. So to get closer to the stage (and much closer to the action) - rock on down to the Garrick or go online to book your seats today!
Get two top price tickets for £81.00 Monday to Friday until 2 November 2013
Spamalot
2 top price tickets for £63.50 or 2 second price tickets for £53.50 Valid Monday-Thursday at 8pm, Wednesday at 2.30pm.
Now starring Stephen Tompkinson, Spamalot tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and features a bevy (or possibly a brace) of beautiful show girls and witch burnings not to mention cows, killer rabbits and French people.
The show features the hilarious songs He Is Not Dead Yet, Knights Of The Round Table, Find Your Grail and of course the Nation's Favourite Comedy Song Always Look on The Bright Side Of Life.
Offer: 2 top price tickets for £63.50 or 2 second price tickets for £53.50
Dates: Valid Monday-Thursday at 8pm, Wednesday at 2.30pm. Until 30 April 2013.
Stomp
Celebrating 10 sensational years in London, Stomp is now fresher, faster and funnier than ever before, with new routines, new choreography and new music. The award-winning show has a universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance. Eight performers use everything from Zippo lighters, bin lids and even the kitchen sink to hammer out a feel good rhythm.
Get two top price tickets for £56.50, Mon, Thu, Fri & Sun evenings, Thu, Sat & Sun matinees. Advance booking only.
Subject to change and availability. EXCLUSIONS TO THIS OFFER MAY APPLY - PARTICULARLY DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE BOOKING.
The 39 Steps
This hilarious stage recreation of Alfred Hitchcock's classic spy thriller, is the world's favourite comedy and has now been seen by over 3 million people in over 39 countries. The wonderfully inventive Olivier Award winning show features just four fearless actors playing 139 roles in 100 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action.
Get two top price tickets for £53.50, Mon-Thu evenings, Wed matinees. Advance booking only.
EXCLUSIONS TO THIS OFFER MAY APPLY - PARTICULARLY DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE BOOKING.
Thriller
Thriller Live is a spectacular concert style show celebrating the career of the world's greatest entertainer and undisputed King of Pop. The production includes over two hours of non-stop hit songs and pays homage to the world-class spectacle of Michael Jackson's legendary live performances.
Get two top price tickets for £66.50, Tue-Fri & Sun evenings, Sat & Sun matinees. Advance booking only.
EXCLUSIONS TO THIS OFFER MAY APPLY - PARTICULARLY DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE BOOKING.
Unicorn Theatre
(image credit: from Unicorn Theatre production of '1001 Nights', taken by Manuel Harlan.
The Unicorn Theatre is the UK's theatre for young audiences. It is based on Tooley Street, a 5 minute walk from London Bridge station in a purpose-built state-of-the-art building.
The Unicorn produces a wide range of fantastic homegrown and international theatre for audiences aged 2-21.
With two performance spaces and a café serving a delicious range of food and drinks, the Unicorn is an excellent venue to bring your whole family for a wonderful visit to the theatre!
From classic plays that have been re-written for young audiences, to excellent new work for all ages - the Unicorn's brilliant and diverse variety of shows ensures we have something for everyone.
The best way to keep up to date with the Unicorn Theatre and find out what's coming up is to join the e-mail list by visiting www.unicorntheatre.com
2FOR1 Theatre - Adults £16 - Call the number below or visit the website for theatre listings
Telephone: 020 7645 0560
We Will Rock You
The spectacular musical phenomenon, winner of the Olivier Audience Award 2011, is now celebrating 10 rocking years in London. Written by legendary comedian and author Ben Elton and with a score of killer Queen tunes such as Radio Ga Ga, I Want to Break Free, Bohemian Rhapsody and of course We Will Rock You, it's the champion of all musicals!
Get two top price tickets for £72.50 (£74.50 during peak week 27 May-1 June) Advance booking only.
Subject to change and availability. EXCLUSIONS TO THIS OFFER MAY APPLY - PARTICULARLY DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE BOOKING.
Landmarks and Historical
Apsley House
Addresses don't come much grander than "Number One London", the popular name for Apsley House, one of the most interesting visitor attractions in London. Home to the Duke of Wellington after his victory over Napoleon at Waterloo, the interior of the house has changed very little since the days of the Iron Duke.
It boasts one of the finest art collections in London, with paintings by Velazquez and Rubens as well as a wonderful collection of silver and porcelain. Pride of place goes to a massive nude statue of Napoleon. Why not include a stroll through nearby Hyde Park, and a visit to nearby Wellington Arch for a great value family day out in London.
Admission: Adult £6.70
Opening Times: 29 Mar - 3 Nov: Weds - Sun 11.00 - 17.00
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7499 5676
Banqueting House
Walk in the footsteps of a dazzling company of courtiers who once danced, drank and partied beneath the magnificent Rubens ceiling paintings. This revolutionary building was created for court entertainments, but is probably most famous for the execution of Charles I in 1649. Spare him a thought as you gaze up at this ravishing painting - one of his last sights on earth…
Plus, discover the intricacies of the court masque this summer. Every day from 19 July to 1 September the Banqueting House will play host to an exciting mix of music and merriment with live interpretation showcasing the extravagant court masques of Charles I and his Queen, Henrietta Maria.
Admission: Adult £5.00.
Opening Times: Daily 10.00 - 17.00. Last admission: 16.30.
Please note, with very few exceptions the Banqueting House is guaranteed to open from 10.00 until 13.00 Monday to Sunday, but we often close in the afternoon at short notice for functions and events, so please check the times before your visit on our website hrp.org.uk or by calling +44 (0)203 166 6154/5.
Benjamin Franklin House
In the heart of London, is Benjamin Franklin House, the world's only remaining Franklin home. For nearly sixteen years between 1757 and 1775, Dr Benjamin Franklin - scientist, inventor, writer, diplomat, Founding Father of the United States and more - lived behind its doors. Built circa 1730, it is today a dynamic museum. The Historical Experience presents the excitement of Franklin's London years through live audio-visual performance. This dramatic tapestry, featuring the words of Franklin, removes the traditional distance between museum and visitor, bringing a sense of the urgency and innovation that characterised his life in Britain. It reveals Franklin's intertwining of experimentation with personal and social responsibility, illuminating the Age of Enlightenment he helped to create.
Admission: Adult £7.00.
Show Times: Wed - Sun 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.15, 16.15.
Closed: 25-29 December 2013 and 1 January 2014
Telephone: 020 7925 1405
Chelsea Physic Garden
Situated in the heart of London, Chelsea Physic Garden has a unique and varied collection of around 5000 different plants representing the entire plant kingdom from annuals to forest trees, all set in a delightful green urban oasis.
The Garden's mild microclimate allows many tender plants to flourish and the collection includes the largest olive tree in Britain, an ancient pomegranate and an outdoor grapefruit tree. There are many rare and endangered species and a wide range of medicinal, edible and useful plants. Themed beds include pharmaceutical plants, perfumery, aromatherapy, textiles and dyes.
The oldest botanic garden in London, it was founded in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries for the purpose of training apprentices in identifying plants. It subsequently became one of the most important centres of botany and plant exchange in the world.
This 'hidden gem' also has a renowned café and a book and gift shop.
Admission: Adult £9.00 including guided tour or audio guide Opening Times: Tuesday to Friday: 11.00 - 18.00, Sundays & Bank Holidays: 11.00 - 18.00 Closed: Mondays & Saturdays. Closed from November to March each year.
Please see chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk for full details.
Visit Time: 2 hours Telephone: 020 7352 5646.
Chiswick House
Chiswick House is the first and one of the finest examples of neo-Palladian design in England. Built by the third Earl of Burlington, it was inspired by the architecture of ancient Rome and 16th Century Italy. A visit is not complete with walking around the gardens at Chiswick - the birthplace of the English Landscape Movement and inspiration for countless gardens including New York's Central Park.
Admission: Adult £5.90. Children under 4 and English Heritage Members go free of charge.
We advise customers to check the website for further prices and concessions.
Opening Times: 29 Mar - 3 Nov Sun - Weds 10.00 - 17.00
Visit Time: 1 hour 30 mins
Telephone: 020 8995 0508
Churchill War Rooms
Visit the Churchill War Rooms, part of Imperial War Museums, to discover the original Cabinet War Rooms, the wartime bunker which sheltered Churchill and his staff during the Blitz. These historic rooms once buzzed with planning and plotting, strategies and secrets, and today you can explore the underground headquarters to experience the secret history that lives on underground.
Discover the stories of the people who walked the maze of corridors as London was being bombed above them. See where Churchill and his War Cabinet met, sometimes late into the night, and look through the lens of history into the Map Room, where the books and charts have remained exactly where they were left on the day the lights were switched off in 1945. In the Churchill Museum, explore the man behind the image as you discover more about the influences and pressures that shaped Churchill's life and work.
Admission: Adult £17.00
Opening Times: Daily 09.30-18.00. Last admission 17.00
Visit Time: 2 hours Telephone: 020 7930 6961
The Courtauld Gallery
Come face to face with world-famous art at The Courtauld Gallery. Ranging from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, this exceptional collection is displayed in the grand setting of Somerset House on the banks of the Thames in central London.
The Courtauld is best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, including celebrated works by Monet, Renoir, Degas, Seurat and Gauguin, as well as a major group of paintings by Cézanne.
Visitors can enjoy iconic masterpieces such as Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergére and Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear. The displays extend into the 20th century with works by Modigliani, Matisse and Kandinsky.
Special exhibitions and displays: Becoming Picasso: Paris 1901 (14 February - 26 May 2013)
Summer Showcase - Collecting Gauguin: Samuel Courtauld in the20s(20 June - 8 September 2013)
The Young Dürer: Drawing the Figure (17 October 2013 - 12 January 2014)
Admission: Adult £6.00
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Last admission 17.30
Telephone: 020 7848 2526
Design Museum
The Design Museum in London is dedicated to exhibiting the best contemporary design in every form from furniture to fashion, architecture to industrial design.
The museum was created to celebrate, entertain and inform visitors about the wonders of modern design. Exhibitions at the Museum highlight key designs which have shaped the modern world from transport and graphic design through to everyday domestic appliances. The museum also has a shop and riverside café. Set in an historic Thameside location by Tower Bridge, the Design Museum offers inspirational insights into design and a unique experience for visitors to London.
Admission: Adult £11.85. Children under 12 FREE
Opening Times: 10:00 - 17.45; last admission 17.15 daily.
Visit Time: 2 hours.
Telephone: 020 7940 8783
Image © Luke Hayes, 2012
Dr Johnson’s House
Dr Johnson's House is one of the few surviving historic townhouses in the City of London (dated c.1700). Reached through a maze of courts and alleys just north of Fleet Street, it is a literary haven away from the crowds. Four stories of beautiful historic interiors and a fascinating collection of prints, portraits, furniture and books are on display. A warm welcome awaits visitors who can find out about Johnson's great literary endeavours, his eminent circle of friends, his quirky housemates and his love of tea, cats and London. Take time to peruse through his great Dictionary and discover the meanings of words such as jiggumbob, fopdoodle and bedpresser. Our visitor information, audio guide and free children's guide and costumes bring the house and Johnson to life. Johnson famously said 'When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life' and his house is a unique part of London's heritage that is well worth discovering.
Admission: Adult £4.50
Opening Times: Mon-Sat 11.00-17.30*
*From 1 Oct 17.00. Closed Sun & Bank Hols. Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Telephone: 0207 353 3745
Dulwich Picture Gallery
Founded in 1811 following a request from the art dealer and collector Sir Francis Bourgeois, Dulwich Picture Gallery is England's first public art gallery. The collection is housed ina purpose-built gallery designed by the influential Georgian architect Sir John Soane and boasts one of the finest collections of Old Masters in the world including important works by Rubens, Rembrandt and Van Dyck. It also features a number of significant Spanish and Italianartists of the Baroque era and the largest collection of Poussin paintings in the country.
A modern extension designed by Rick Mather was built in 1999, adding a café, educational facilitiesand lecture theatre. The Gallery now receives over 150,000 visitors annually. As well as the permanent collection, the Gallery also hosts a number of temporary exhibitions throughout the year.
Admission: Permanent collection £6 / Permanent Collection and Temporary Exhibition £11. Free entry for under 18s.
Opening Times: Tuesdays to Fridays: 10.00-17.00, Saturdays, Sundays, good Friday and Bank Holiday Mondays 11.00-17.00. Closed Mondays, except Bank Holidays
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 8693 5254
Eltham Palace & Gardens
Built for millionaires, Eltham Palace displays the glamour and decadence of the 1930s. Stunning interiors reflect a masterpiece of contemporary design. Set in beautiful gardens, it also boasts a moat and a magnificent medieval Great Hall - the boyhood home of Henry VIII. Just 30 mins from London Charing Cross.
Admission: Adult £9.90
Opening Times:
23 Feb - 28 Mar 2013 Sun 10.00 - 16.00
29 Mar - 2 Nov 2013 Sun - Weds 10.00 - 17.00
Visit Time: 2 hours
Telephone: 020 8294 2548
Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum
Visit Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum and learn about the proud history of the Gunners.
We aim to give you an insight into artillery and enable you to understand the role that Gunners and their equipment have played in our Nation's history. You will discover a mixture of artillery that has changed the nature of battle and affected the lives of many people.
The science of artillery and the human endeavours of Gunners make a fascinating story and one that you will follow from catapult to rocket, and from the battlefield to Crécy to the peacekeeping missions inBosnia. Using the unique collections of the Regiment and its library and archives, this is the first time that this story can be told properly.
Admission: Adult £5.30. Opening Times: Tuesday - Saturday 10.30 - 18.00. Closed Sunday and Monday.
See firepower.org.uk for holiday opening times Visit Time: 2 hours. Telephone: 020 8855 7755.
Garden Museum
The Garden Museum is the only museum in Britain to celebrate the design, history and art of gardens.
The Museum holds three major exhibitions on various aspects of garden design each year and the Magazine Space hosts a series of temporary exhibitions on photography and botanical art. There are regularly changing displays of a portion of its vast permanent collection of art, garden tools and ephemera. A programme of horticultural events, talks, children's activities and plant fairs runs throughout the year. See website for a full list.
Filled with beautiful and useful items for garden lovers, the Garden Museum Shop has something for everyone. The Garden Café is the perfect retreat from the buzz of the outside world. Relax in the knot garden whilst indulging in a delicious seasonal lunch or a slice of divine cake baked in our galley kitchen that morning.
Image © Sophie Mutevelian
Admission: Adult £7.50
Opening Times: Monday - Friday 10:30-17:00; Saturday & Sunday 10:30-16:00. Closed first Monday of each month. Check gardenmuseum.org.uk for other closures.
Telephone: 020 7401 8865.
Golden Hinde
A fun filled way to learn about life at sea for both the officers and ordinary sailors. Hear tales of Drake's voyage around the world, and learn about weapons and warfare in the 16th century. Let our costumed actors take you around Golden Hinde II and bring its history to life. Children can take part in a treasure hunt and fire the cannons.
2013 sees Golden Hinde II celebrate its 40th birthday with exciting year-long celebrations, including exhibitions, talks, and public events. Visit our website, Facebook, or Twitter for further information and dates.
Admission: Adult £6.00 self guided tours. £7.00 fun days.
One voucher accepted per party. Guided and self guided tours only. Max 4 people per group amendment.
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-17.30. We will be closed during any private events. These will be listed on our website.
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7403 0123
Greenwich Tour Guides
Discover Greenwich with local experts and make the most of your visit with a historical guided tour. The tours cover the history of Greenwich, the Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, the Prime Meridian and much more. Hear about Henry VIII and Elizabeth I, both born in Greenwich, and see Christopher Wren's grand architecture. The daily walks last about 90 minutes.
Admission: Adult £8.00, Consession £6.00
Tour Times: Daily at 12.15 & 14.15. Offer is available on all walks. Not available for groups of more than 16 people.
Duration: 90 minutes
For information on the walks phone 0757 5772 298 or please visit the website.
Hampton Court Palace
Explore Henry VIII's magnificent palace, then stroll through the elegant baroque apartments and glorious formal gardens of William III and Mary II. Discover what courtiers had to do to embark on a social climbing venture in the new temporary exhibition 'Secrets of the Royal Bedchamber'. Feel the heat of the vast Tudor Kitchens and the eerie chill of the Haunted Gallery, before you disappear into the Maze, where whispers of the past will haunt every step to the centre of this topiary puzzle.
2FOR1 Admission: Adult £17.60* *Includes voluntary donation.
Opening times: Palace and Maze: Monday - Sunday 10:00 - 18:00. Last admission 17:00.
Last entry into the maze 17:15. Visit HRP.org.uk for more details and opening times.
Visit Time: 3 hours. Telephone: 0844 482 7777.
Handel House Museum
25 Brook Street was home to the great baroque composer George Frideric Handel from 1723 until his death in 1759. The only composer museum in London, this landmark address is where Handel composed some of the greatest music in history, including Messiah, Zadok the Priest and Music for the Royal Fireworks. The Museum celebrates Handel's life and works, displaying portraits of Handel and his contemporaries in finely restored Georgian interiors and by bringing live music back to his house. Frequent music rehearsals, weekly concerts and special musical events in addition to regular exhibitions bring Handel's world to life. Admission: Adult £6.00
Opening Times: Tues-Sat 10.00-18.00 (until 20.00 on Thurs). Sun 12.00-18.00. Closed Mondays, Bank Holidays, 24 - 26 December & 31 December 2012.
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7495 1685
Harry Potter Walk
Join us on a 2 ½ hour land and river adventure into Harry Potter's London. Once you've successfully passed through the barriers of Westminster tube station, hopefully with more ease than Arthur Weasley, you can take a fun-packed walking and river tour of locations from Harry Potter but also sites from other famous movies shot in London. Learn about London's rich history and the famous and infamous muggles that have lived in this great city. Wander through the district that boasts dozens of ministries including the Ministry of Magic and take a 15-minute Thames boat ride along the route taken by Harry and The Order of the Phoenix. Tour price: Adult £15.00, Child £10.00.
Tour departures: See Harry Potter London Walk website for tour departure dates and times.
Tour time: Approx 2 1/2 hours.
Advance Bookings only.
HMS Belfast
Once home to a crew of up to 950 men, HMS Belfast, part of Imperial War Museums, tells the stories of those who lived and worked on board this warship during the Second World War and beyond. Imagine sleeping in one of the tightly-packed hammocks during convoy duties in icy Arctic waters, or being stationed deep in the bowels of the ship when she opened fire in support of Allied troops on D-Day.
Explore nine decks of amazing history, from the daily drudgery of peeling spuds in the Galley to the sights and sounds of controlling a fleet of ships in the interactive Operations Room. Hear veterans' first-hand experiences in the Life at Sea exhibition, and discover for yourself what it would have been like to be in the midst of a battle in our thrilling Gun Turret Experience.
Check the website to see our events programme.
Admission: Adult £15.50*, Child free. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Opening Times:
Daily 10.00-18.00. Last admission 17.00
Visit Time: 2 hours
Telephone: 020 7940 6300
Hunterian Museum at the Royal College of Surgeons
Unlock the secrets of the human body by taking an audio-tour of the Hunterian Museum, London's oldest museum of anatomy and pathology. Find out about the surgeon John Hunter (1728-1793) whose unique collection of anatomical and pathological preparations, specimens of natural history, fossils, paintings, drawings and manuscripts are on display.
Take a tour through the history of surgery and learn how great discoveries such as vaccination, anaesthetics and antiseptics have played a major role in improving public health and making surgery safer and pain-free. Find out more about the cutting edge technologies used by today's surgeons.
Don't miss the carbolic sprays used by Joseph Lister, the pioneer of antiseptic surgery and leading proponent of the germ theory of disease in the 1870s and Winston Churchill's dentures - carefully designed to ensure that the great statesman and orator retained his characteristically slurred diction.
Admission: Adult £3.50 - two audio-tours for the price of one
Opening Times: Tue-Sat 10.00-17.00. Closed Sun, Mon & Bank Hols.
Telephone: 0207 869 6561
Jewel Tower
The Jewel Tower dates back over 700 years and is an intriguing visitor attraction in the heart of Westminster. It was built around 1365 to house Edward III's treasures and was known as the 'King's Privy Wardrobe'. One of only two buildings from the medieval Palace of Westminster to survive the fire of 1834, the tower features a 14th-century ribbed vault. It displays a fascinating exhibition about the history of Parliament - 'Parliament Past and Present', and the second floor includes panels telling the story of this small but important building. Why not make a visit to the Jewel Tower part of your day out in central London?
Admission:£3.90
Opening Times: 29 Mar - 3 Nov, 7 days, 10.00 - 17.00
Closed Mon-Fri & Bank Hols.
Visit Time: 30 minutes.
Telephone: 020 7222 2219.
Kensington Palace
Take the journey of a courtier through the splendid King's Apartments and marvel at the impressive rooms and the wall and ceiling paintings. Or discover the private and personal secrets revealed within the Queen's State Apartments. Tempted by some more recent glamour? You'll love the new stylish exhibition 'Fashion Rules' celebrating modern royals. Or explore the life, loves, triumphs and tragedies of Queen Victoria, from lonely princess to her final years, before enjoying a delicious cream tea in the elegant Orangery.
Admission: Adult £16.50 (includes voluntary donation).
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Last admission 17.00. Visit Time: 2 hours. Telephone: 0844 482 7777.
London Bridge Experience and London Tombs
The London Bridge Experience & London Tombs is one of London's top award winning attractions offerings its visitors two attractions in one offering both history and horror.
Take a gruesome trip through the dark history of London's most famous bridge that includes bloody Roman soldiers, giant rats but be sure to keep your head when you meet the executioner! Then plunge into a former plague pit; the London Tombs where your pulse will race and your throat will grow sore from screaming at the UK's top scare attraction!
Watch out for our special seasonal shows including our hair raising Halloween special Phobophobia!!
Opening Times: 10.00- 17.00
Admission: £23.00
Visit time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Telephone: 08000 434 666
London Film Locations Walk
This 2 hour guided walking tour will take you around the locations that were used in films such as Bridget Jones's Diary, The Da Vinci Code, Sherlock Holmes, Harry Potter, Love Actually, Four Weddings and a Funeral and much much more.
The tour is a great way to see London as we take a cinematic journey through the heart of the capital with numerous locations visited including the Inns of Court, the South Bank, great views of the City and Westminster and much more.
Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour
See London Film Locations Walk website for tour departure dates and times
Tour time: 2 hours.
Advance bookings only.
Please telephone for availability and to make a booking on 0844 2471 007.
Tour price: Adult £10.00, Child £5.00.
London Kayak Tours
Why not take to the river and enjoy an exciting day out paddling the Thames, or canals of London?
All of our tours are guided by British Canoe Union Instructors who provide a safety briefing and an introduction to basic kayaking skills. We are the first Company to be licensed with British Waterways for unpowered craft.
A genuinely unique Experience!
Join a fun London Kayak Tour today. Unlike any other experience in London.
Float leisurely along the Thames or Canals & paddle London from a unique angle in your own personal Kayak.
Choose from any of our exciting locations: view the Historical Hampton Court Palace, once home of King Henry VIII or paddle up close and personal to the wildlife at Regents Park Zoo on the Regents Canal Tour or book your seat to see the famous Royal Home of the Queen in Windsor.
Prices and times: See website
Telephone: 0845 453 2002, quoting '2for1 train offer'.
Advance bookings only. Offer not available on One Hour Tours.
London Walks
2FOR1: £9.00
Please note, 2FOR1 is only available on the below seven walks:
Mon: Christopher Wren's London
Tue: Bloomsbury & the Old Museum Quarter
Wed: The City of London Tour
Thur: CRIME & PUNISHMENT The City of the Gallows
Fri: The London of Sherlock Holmes
Sat: The British Museum Tour
Sun: Ancient London
For more information please visit our websites - londonwalks.com or walks.com - to get the particulars (meeting place and time) for the featured walks. Or phone 020 7624 3978.
Not valid with Oyster Cards or Travel Cards bought in Zones 1 & 2
Lord's Tour
Come to Lord's and take a tour behind the scenes at 'The Home of Cricket'. Guided by an expert guide, the tours take in the Pavilion, the legendary Long Room, and the Dressing Rooms. Housing the famous 'honours boards', you will have the chance to sit on the seats usually occupied by the England team.
In the MCC Museum, home to the Ashes Urn and over 400 years of cricket history, we explore the treasure house of Lord's. Around the Ground we take in the magical atmosphere of Lord's and the award-winning architecture of the J.P. Morgan Media Centre. Here you will see where Sky Sports, Test Match Special and the written press report on the game.
Admission: Adult £15.00
Visit Time: 2 hours
Telephone: 020 7616 8595
Tour times: Please see lords.org/history/tours-of-lords/
We cannot guarantee that all advertised elements of the Tour route will be accessible at all times. Times of Tours are subject to alteration and Tours are subject to cancellation at very short notice. Restrictions apply surrounding match and event days. Contact Lord's Tours for further information.
Marble Hill House
A day out at Marble Hill is a real treat as this beautiful Palladian villa is set in 66 acres of outstanding riverside parkland near Richmond in West London. The house and gardens were intended as an Arcadian retreat from crowded 18th-century London. Its grand interiors have been exquisitely restored and recreated and include a fine collection of early Georgian paintings. There can be few places in England which better recall the atmosphere of fashionable Georgian life.
Admission: Adult £5.70 Opening Times: 29 Mar - 3 Nov Sat 10.30 & 12.00, Sun 10.30, 12.00, 14.15 & 15.30. Guided tours only Telephone: 020 8892 5115
Ranger's House - The Wernher Collection
Ranger's House is a Georgian villa gracing the top of Greenwich Park. Hidden inside is a sumptuous collection of silver, porcelain, paintings, ivories and a glittering spectacle of fine jewels.
Admission: Adult £6.70
Opening times vary. 29 Mar - 2 Oct 2013 Sun - Weds 11.00 & 14.00 (guided tour only)
Telephone: 020 8853 0035.
Royal Albert Hall Tours
The Royal Albert Hall is the world's most famous stage. Join our enthusiastic, friendly and engaging tour guides for a lively one hour journey through this extraordinary and iconic building and find out more about the architecture, royal patronage, unrivalled performance history and work of this registered charity.
2FOR1 Offer: Adult £11.50
Tour times: Up to 12 tours daily from 10.00 - 16:30 (last tour departs), 09:30 - 16:30 (Jul - Aug). Subject to availability. Please call the Box office for details.
Closed: 15 - 20 April, 1,3,14 May, 12, 28, 30 June, 6 July, 7-15 September and 12, 23, 28-31 October 2013.
Visit time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7589 8212
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Kew Gardens has so much more to offer than just a garden, apart from 300 acres of beautiful landscaped garden just half an hour from central London. Climb the Xstrata Treetop Walkway at 18 metres high where you can experience the wonder of the canopy level, take a tour or simply relax with a picnic in the tranquil surroundings.
Visit one of our six glasshouses, each unique in their design, climate and species.
Children can visit Climbers and Creepers, our indoor botanical play zone, and explore Treehouse Towers, our adventurous tree-themed outdoor play area.
From 25 May to 3 November, discover a world of wild food at our festival 'IncrEdibles'. Meet the weird, wonderful and wild relatives of the cultivated plants you eat every day. Take part in the banquet of offerings that make up this fantastically foody festival. Be part of a giant fruit salad installation by hiring a fruit-shaped boat, stroll around a floating pineapple on the Palm House pond, travel the globe in our gastronomic garden or join a tea party with a twist.
Admission: Adults £14.50; Children (Under 17) FREE
Opening Times: Open daily 09.30-closing times vary; please check kew.org for details. Visit Time: 2-3 hours. Telephone: 020 8332 5655.
Science Museum - IMAX 3D Cinema
With over 15,000 objects on display, from spaceships to steam trains to contemporary art pieces, the Science Museum has something for everyone. Enjoy a film in our IMAX 3D Cinema. Entry to the Museum is free. 2FOR1 offer applies to IMAX 3D Cinema only. With a screen taller than four double-decker buses, state-of-the-art 3D technology and wrap-around sound, the Science Museum IMAX 3D cinema transports you deep into the action. From deep sea adventures to space travel, the IMAX Experience takes you places you never before imagined!
Be transported deep into the action as you plunge into the ocean, journey into space or get right up close to baby orangutans and elephants at the Science Museum IMAX 3D Cinema. With a screen taller than four double-decker buses you'll feel like you're actually there!
Admission: Adult (IMAX) £10.00. Opening Times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Visit Time: 2 hours. Telephone: 0870 870 4868.
Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition & Tour
Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition is the world's largest and most comprehensive exhibition devoted to Shakespeare and the London in which he lived and worked. A fascinating tour of this extraordinary theatre is included in a visit to the Exhibition.
Admission: Adult £13.50. Includes audio guide.
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-17.00. Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes. Telephone: 020 7902 1500.
Sherlock Holmes Tour of London
Grab your deerstalker as we take a Sherlock Holmes Tour of London exploring places featured in the books, real sites that inspired Arthur Conan Doyle, as well as locations featured in film and TV adaptations of the detectives' great adventures.
The tour will start at the very place where Holmes and Watson first meet and take in literary sites from gentlemen's clubs to grand hotels featured in some of the novels and short stories, as well as the London that inspired the author of the books, Arthur Conan Doyle.
You'll get to visit many of the film and TV locations and inspirations in the capital featured in screen adaptations with Jeremy Brett, Benedict Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr. Along the way you'll have plenty of opportunities to take pictures and see the locations up close.
Tour price: Adult: £10, Child (Under 12): £5. Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour.
Tour time: 2 hours.
Tour departures: See website for tour departure dates and times
St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's is not only an architectural masterpiece and its dome a landmark of the London skyline, but also a symbol of the hope, resilience and strength of the city and nation it serves. A cathedral has stood here since 604AD with the present cathedral now entirely cleaned and restored for its 300th anniversary in 2011.
Its rich and diverse history means there is lots for visitors to the cathedral to discover on the cathedral floor, the crypt and the galleries; experience the acoustic quirks of the Whispering Gallery and breathtaking panoramic views from the Golden Gallery.
The crypt is the resting place for many famous Britons such as Lord Admiral Nelson, the Duke of Wellington, and the cathedral's architect himself - Sir Christopher Wren.
Visitors can explore using a touch-screen multimedia guide; join a guided tour; and watch the award winning 270° film experience, Oculus - an eye into St Paul's.
Admission: Adult £16.00
Opening Times: Monday - Saturday, 08.30 - 16.00 (last admission). Once inside the cathedral the galleries are open 09.30 - 16.15. The cathedral closes for sightseeing at 16.30.
On Sunday the cathedral is open only for worship and there is no sightseeing.
Visit Time: 1-2 hours
Telephone: 020 7246 8350
Strawberry Hill House
Strawberry Hill is Britain's finest example of Georgian Gothic Revival architecture and interior decoration. It began life in 1698 as a modest house, later transformed into 'a little Gothic castle' by Horace Walpole, the son of England's first Prime Minister. Between 1747 and 1792 Walpole doubled its size, creating extraordinary rooms and adding towers and battlements.
Strawberry Hill was already a tourist site in its own day and has survived into ours, its rural surroundings gone, but its charm undiminished.
Following an £8.9 million restoration, the house is now open to the public as an extraordinary fairytale experience. A trip to the house and garden can be finished off by a delicious lunch in our café and a look around our unique gift shop.
Admission: Adult £8.40
Opening times: Saturday, Sunday 12:00 - 17:30 (last admission 16:20). Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 14:00 - 17:30 (last admission 16:20)
Open from 2 March - 6 November 2013
Telephone: 0208 744 1241
Thames Barrier Information Centre
Visit the Information Centre to find out how the Thames Barrier was designed, built and how it works. Also learn about the history and environment of the River Thames.
Enjoy the spectacular views from our café which overlooks the Barrier and the River Thames. We offer sandwiches, cakes, snacks and refreshments. We also have an outside picnic and children's play area.
The Information Centre and café are open to visitors Thursday to Sunday only, all year round.
Opening times: 10.30 - 17.00 (last entry at 16.30pm )
Open additional days for Bank holidays: 1 April, 6 May, 27 May, 26 August 2013
Christmas closing dates: Closed 25 and 26 December 2013
Admission prices: Adults £3.75, Seniors £3.25, Students £3.25, Children £2.25, Under 5s Free
If you are bringing a group of more than 10 people, please contact us to book your visit and pre-order any food for your group.
Visit time: Approx 1 hour.
Telephone: 020 8305 4188
KPMG Thames Clippers
KPMG Thames Clippers are the most reliable way to travel on the river. We welcome everyone from commuters to families and tourists. You are guaranteed a seat and spectacular views of London.
Whether you're travelling with us on a single journey or using the Daily River Roamer ticket offering unlimited travel, our team's priority is to make your journey comfortable and enjoyable.
KPMG Thames Clippers depart every 20 minutes from major piers in central London. To book tickets, get route maps and timetables visit www.thamesclippers.com
River Roamer tickets are valid daily 09.00-21.00
Adult Price: 2FOR1 River Roamer £15.00
Cruise Duration: Approx 45 minutes
Telephone: 020 7001 2224
The Clink Prison Museum
The Clink Prison Museum is built upon the original site of the Clink Prison. The Prison dates back to 1144 making it one of England's oldest, if not the oldest Prison. Visitors will experience a hands-on educational experience allowing them to handle original artefacts, including torture devices, as well as the opportunity to view and hear the amazing stories of the inmates and the notorious Southbank. Owned by the Bishop of Winchester, The Clink Prison was used to control the Southbank of London known as "The Liberty of The Clink". This area housed much of London's entertainment establishments including four theatres, bull-baiting, bear-baiting, inns and many other darker entertainments.
Admission: Adult £7.00
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Closed 25 December 2012
Visit Time: 45 minutes
Telephone: 020 7403 0900
The Household Cavalry Museum
Enjoy this Royal London experience which offers a rare 'behind-the-scenes' look into the unique world of the Household Cavalry. Watch troopers attending to their horses (via a glazed screen) and marvel at the dazzling display of uniforms, weapons and pictures. Each exhibit has its own personal story to tell.
Admission: Adult £6.00
Opening Times: Daily
10:00 - 18:00 (March - Sept) 10:00 - 17:00 (Oct - Feb)
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 7930 3070
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
The Monument stands at the junction of Monument Street and Fish Street Hill in the City of London. It was built between 1671 and 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire of London. The fire began in a baker's house in Pudding Lane on Sunday 2nd September 1666 and finally extinguished on Wednesday 5th September, after destroying the greater part of the City.
Although there was little loss of life, the fire brought all activity to a halt, having consumed or severely damaged thousands of houses, hundreds of streets, the City's gates, public buildings, churches and St. Paul's Cathedral. The only buildings to survive in part were those built of stone, like St. Paul's and the Guildhall. It is now open daily for visitors to climb the 311 steps and enjoy breathtaking views of London.
Price: £3
Opening times: Daily from 09.30-18.00 (last admission 17.00)
The Old Operating Theatre
Hidden in the roof of a church, a 300-year old herb garret houses the only surviving 19th century operating theatre, complete with wooden operating table and observation stands, from which spectators witnessed surgery performed without anaesthetic or antiseptics. Admission: Adult £6.20. Opening Times: Daily 10:30-17:00. Not valid for special events. Visit Time: 1 hour. Telephone: 020 7188 2679.
Tourist Tracks - London MP3 Walking Tours
Tourist Tracks offers downloadable MP3 walking tours of UK cities. Transfer the audio files to you MP3 player, print off the included PDF, and set off on a guided walk around the UK's most iconic and historic cities. 2FOR1 offer applies on purchase of two or more tours.
Cities available are: Bath, Beverley, Brighton, Cambridge, Canterbury, Cheltenham, Edinburgh, Ely, Glasgow, Hull, London, Manchester (Trafford), Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, York
City of London: takes around 90 minutes to complete, passing by some of the ancient city's most historical monuments: The Tower of London; Tower Bridge; London Bridge; Monument; Threadneedle Street; The Bank of England; Mansion House; St Paul's Cathedral; The Millennium Bridge; The Tate Modern; and The Globe Theatre. South Bank: around 60 minutes to complete, passing by some of the capital's most significant cultural and historic monuments: London Bridge, Southwark Cathedral, Borough Market, The Golden Hind, The Globe Theatre, The Tate Modern, The London Eye and County Hall. City of Wesminster: around 90 minutes to complete, and follows a route past some of the capital's most famous landmarks: Trafalgar Square; Downing Street; The London Eye; Big Ben; Houses of Parliament; Westminster Abbey; St James's Park; Buckingham Palace; The Mall; Piccadilly Circus; Leicester Square. London Bridge: 90-minute audio walk around the London Bridge area, featuring: London Bridge; Southwark Cathedral; Borough Market; The Menier Chocolate Factory; The George Inn; Guy's Hospital; The Tower of London; and Trinity Square Gardens.
Price: Max. £5.00 (for minimum 2 downloads)
Tower Bridge Exhibition
Visit 'The Most Famous Bridge in the World', and experience stunning views of London from the highlevel Walkways whilst learning the history of the Bridge's construction. Continue your journey down to the Victorian Engine Rooms where the original steam engines, beautifully restored, can be seen.
Admission: Adult £8.00. Opening Times: 10.00-17.30 (last entry). From 1 Oct 09.30-17.00 (last entry). Visit Time: 1 hour. Telephone: 020 7403 3761.
Wellington Arch
Set in the heart of Royal London at Hyde Park Corner, Wellington Arch is a landmark for Londoners and visitors alike and a great addition to a memorable day out in London. It was originally commissioned as a grand outer entrance to Buckingham Palace and moved to its present site in 1882.
For glorious panoramas over London's Royal Parks and the Houses of Parliament, take the lift to the balconies just below the spectacular bronze sculpture surmounting the arch. The balconies also offer unique views of the Household Cavalry, passing beneath to and from the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards Parade.
Inside the Arch, three floors of exhibits tell its fascinating history.
The property may close at short notice, please call in advance for details. Admission: Adult £4.00
Opening Times: Until 3 Nov 2013 Weds - Sun 10.00 - 17.00.
Visit Time: 30 minutes
Telephone: 020 7930 2726
Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
Celebrate Wimbledon year-round at this multi award-winning Museum. With unique access to legendary players the Museum provides an intimate view of the living story of tennis through its artefacts, inter-actives and films, its amazing new 3D Cinema, the original Trophies, and a resident 'ghost' of John McEnroe. Touch screens, and audio-guides bring the collection to life.
Recent donations include outfits from Andy Murray from his Olympic victory, from the current Champions Roger Federer and Serena Williams, and from Jonathan Marray - the first British Champion in the Gentlemen's Doubles since 1936!
There are special exhibitions in the Museum Gallery which are frequently changed. The current exhibition is about tennis at the Olympic Games.
Included, outside of the tournament period, is CentreCourt360 in Centre Court itself with interactive galleries giving fun facts about the court, and a viewing platform with touch-screen interpretation.
Admission: Adult £12.00
Not valid for guided tour of the grounds
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-17.00. Last entry 16.30.
The Museum will be closed on 23 & 30 June, and 8 & 9 July. During the tournament from 24 June to 7 July vouchers are still valid, but only those with Championship tickets can get into the grounds.
Visit Time: 1 hour
Telephone: 020 8946 6131
Windsor Castle by Bike
Enjoy a fully guided day trip to the oldest & largest inhabited castle in the world. Our small group tour includes return transport from central London, traffic-free 7 mile bike ride, palace entrance and a fun & knowledgeable guide. A truly historic day out!
N.B. Participants must be over 5ft tall
Voucher cannot be used for standalone entrance to Windsor Castle.
2FOR1 Offer: Adult £69
Bookings must be made 48 hours in advance.
Enter promo code TRAIN to enjoy the 2FOR1 deal online at www.hamptoncourtbybike.com
Windsor Castle By Bike: Daily 09:15
Food and Drink
Auberge Bar & Restaurant
2FOR1 on any main course (cheapest main course free).
Relaxed interiors, attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere, most importantly Auberge is a place for exceptional French inspired food and a great range of wine and beer from across the globe.
Customers are strongly advised to pre-book. Subject to availability.
- Receive a free main course when another of greater or equal value is purchased. The least expensive main course will be free.
- Voucher valid at all participating Auberge bar & restaurants, all day everyday.
- Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, voucher, set menu or discount.
- Groups of 6 or more are required to book in advance.
- In order to receive the free meal the additional guest must be present.
- Completed voucher must be presented on arrival.
Azzurro - London Bridge
Azzurro are vibrant Italian bars and restaurants offering a menu of contemporary Italian dishes alongside classic pizzas and pastas.
2FOR1 on any main course (cheapest main course free).
Customers are strongly advised to pre-book. Subject to availability.
- Receive a free main course when another of greater or equal value is purchased. The least expensive main course will be free.
- Voucher valid at all participating Auberge bar & restaurants, all day everyday.
- Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, voucher, set menu or discount.
- Groups of 6 or more are required to book in advance.
- In order to receive the free meal the additional guest must be present.
- Completed voucher must be presented on arrival.
Azzurro: Italian Bar + Kitchen Waterloo
Offer: 2FOR1 any main course (least expensive free)
Azzurro are vibrant Italian bars and restaurants offering a menu of contemporary Italian dishes alongside classic pizzas and pastas.
Offer times:* Open All Day.
*T&C's: Voucher valid at all participating Azzurro restaurants, all day everyday. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, voucher, set menu or discount. Groups of 6 or more are required to book in advance. In order to receive the free meal the additional guest must be present. Completed voucher must be presented on arrival.
Telephone: 020 7620 1300
Bill Wyman's Sticky Fingers
2FOR1 on any main course (cheapest main course free - excludes steak dishes)*
Bill Wyman's Sticky Fingers - still rock 'n rolling those tasty hits. This restaurant and bar has become a mecca, not just for Rolling Stones fans - but also for everyone who enjoys good food and likes to have a great time.
At Sticky Fingers, you can always get what you want ….award winning burgers, tender steaks, succulent ribs, fresh fish…and a whole lot of lovin'.
Host to many a party and memorable occasion. Lively, reliable, and family friendly. It's not only rock n' roll - but you'll love it. FINGERS WERE INVENTED BEFORE FORKS…
Sticky Fingers is even stronger today than the trend it started in 1989 and remains one of London's favourite, lively and fun restaurants.
Offer times:
Sunday - Thursday 12h00-23h00 | Friday & Saturday 12h00-16h00
T&C's:
- Customers are strongly advised to reserve in advance.
- Subject to availability.
- Offer valid only on main a la carte menu. Steak dishes are excluded from the 2FOR1 offer.
- Children's menu for under 12's also available and included as part of2for1 offer. Cheapest meal/s deducted from final bill (Children's menu included).
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, or promotion
- Maximum group size 6 people
Tel: 020 7938 5338
Boulevard Brasserie
2FOR1 any main course (cheapest free).
Boulevard Brasserie is a long-standing popular eatery in Covent Garden.
Located on Wellington Street, between the Royal Opera House and the Strand, Boulevard Brasserie offers a menu of uncomplicated classic French brasserie dishes. Delicious hearty dishes like beef bourguignon and confit de canardsit alongside lighter French treats such astartines, moules marinieres,and French onion soup - all prepared with aplomb, and the excellent food is complemented by a well selected wine list.
Divided into a first floor dining room, a ground floor brasserie, and a private dining room, Boulevard Brasserie is a bustling place where you can happily relax on your own, or have a more convivial meal with a group of friends or colleagues. Simple cooking with good ingredients in an informal atmosphere - a French brasserie at its most authentic.
Offer Times: Sunday - Thursday 1200-2300 & Friday 1200-1600. Excludes Saturdays.
T&C's:
- Customers are strongly advised to reserve in advance.
- Subject to availability. Not valid on Saturdays.
- Offer valid only on main a la carte menu. Steak dishes are excluded from the 2FOR1 offer.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, special menu or promotion.
- Maximum group size 6 people.
tel: 020 7240 2992
Chilli Chutney Waterloo (opposite the London Eye)
2FOR1 on Baguettes with fillings from the Chilli Chutney fast service opposite the London Eye.
Our high quality Chilli Chutney brand (Halal) exposes some of the most enchanting and authentic flavours to food lovers. Encapsulating a centuries long tradition of Mughlai cooking, based on the extensive use of barbequing techniques provided by tandoor.
Offer times: daily 10.00-22.00. Telephone: 020 7021 0202.
Confessions of a Chocoholic Afternoon Tea
Located in the very heart of fashionable Mayfair in London, Podium Restaurant offers a stylish and relaxed atmosphere to enjoy afternoon tea.
Discover the chocolate afternoon tea - 'Confessions of a Chocoholic' - offering more ways than one to indulge a sweet-tooth. The menu offers chocolate lovers a four course feast of exquisite treats including sandwiches (given a modern update with an 'open' presentation), freshly baked chocolate chip scones served with home made chocolate praline spread, cupcakes and miniature chocolate fancies presented on an edible chocolate plate.
Come and share this special experience with our 2FOR1 Chocolate Afternoon Tea offer.
Price: £31.50 including VAT, excluding 12.5% service charge.
Availability: Mon-Fri, 14.00-18.00
Telephone: 020 7493 8000
Offer is subject to availability and booking needs to be made in advance quoting 'Days Out Guide'. Offer available Monday to Friday, 2 pm to 6 pm.
Covent Garden Grill
2FOR1 on any main course (cheapest main course free - excludes steak dishes)
A smart grill restaurant in Covent Garden. With an ethos just as straightforward, we source the best possible ingredients and cook with charcoal grills for maximum flavour.
With modest prices our reputation of 'Flaming Good Value' surely rings true.
- Subject to availability.
- Excludes Bank Holidays.
- Maximum group size six people.
- Service is not included.
- Offer only available on à la carte menu.
- Steak dishes excluded from 2FOR1 offer.
Offer times: Mon-Thu 12.00-23.30; Fri-Sun 12.00-17.00.
Telephone: 020 7240 9600.
Indian Fusion
The trendiest Indian restaurant in London located on tower bridge approach 5 min from tower hill station 2 min from tower of London. Winner of BCA caterer of the year Award 2011, runner up Asian Curry Award 2011 Award. Visit us for a memorable experience in Indian food.
Open: Lunch 12noon 2.30pm, Dinner 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Malabar Junction
Malabar Junction has been tucked away in the heart of Bloomsbury for over 15 years, serving some of London's finest Kerala dishes.
Boasting a spectacular conservatory roof which creates an airy yet intimate setting, Malabar Junction is a favourite amongst Bollywood royalty, offering discreet dining with outstanding service.
The menu offers a range of exotic starters such as Chilli Garlic Fish Amritsari, King fish fried in chick pea batter, flavoured with carom seed, ginger, garlic and tossed in the chef's special spices. Alternatively, a real favourite is the classic Malabar Masala Dosa, a traditional Kerala pancake stuffed with potato masala served with sambar and chutneys - it has often been described as the best in Soho.
Several Seafood specialities include Kerala Fish Curry and Pepper King Prawns which are among the spiciest dishes on the menu and are sure to impress. Just as in South India, vegetarians are abundantly catered for with a huge selection of dishes, from Kadai Mushrooms, button mushrooms with crushed peppers and coriander cooked with diced green peppers, to Corn Capsicum Masala.
Price: 2FOR1 on all main dishes (cheapest is free)
Opening times: Lunch: 12.00-15.00; Dinner: Mon-Sat: 18.00-23.00; Sun: 18.00-22.45 Excludes Friday and Saturday evenings; Available at all other times.
Telephone: 020 7580 5230
Maxwell's Bar & Grill
2FOR1 on any main course* (cheapest main course free - *excludes steak dishes)
Maxwell's Bar & Grill is a vibrant and lively venue in the heart of Covent Garden.
Famed for over 30 years, Maxwell's still maintains its long held reputation serving great cocktails and dispensing generous portions of modern American food in an upbeat and convivial atmosphere.
Designed to appeal to all tastes - good quality grill classics, gourmet burgers, BBQ Ribs & Chicken, fresh fish, huge salads and a good range of vegetarian dishes - all freshly prepared and served up at reasonable prices. Think fresh, lively, reliable… an institution.
Maxwell's is popular with young and old alike, great for dining, sipping cocktails or just to sit al fresco and watch the carnival of street artists perform along James Street.
- Customers are strongly advised to reserve in advance
- Subject to availability. Not valid on Saturdays
- Offer valid only on main a la carte menu. Steak dishes are excluded from the 2FOR1offer.
- Children's menu for under 12's also available and included as part of 2FOR1offer. Cheapest meal/s are deducted from final bill (Children's menu included).
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, special menu, or promotion
- Maximum group size 6 people
Offer Times: Sunday-Thursday 12.00-23.00; Friday 12.00-16.00. Excludes Saturdays.
Telephone: 020 7836 0303.
Navajo Joe
2FOR1 on any main course (cheapest main course free - excludes steak dishes)*
Covent Garden's hugely popular Southern Kitchen & Bar, Navajo Joe stays true to its tradition of 'eat well and share food' with family and friends. The menu encompasses a diverse range of American dishes with a great variety to choose from - so much so you'll want to come back again and again…
Situated on the cusp of Covent Garden's famous piazza, this is the place to experience a diverse range of American dishes, Navajo Joe is also renowned for its world famous extensive range of tequilas, rums and other world favourites, the bar is headed by knowledgeable bartenders who know their mixology from their funkology.
Navajo Joe is the ideal place where everything comes together to bring you the 'feel good' experience- funky, upbeat music, cool atmosphere, creative soul food and friendly with-it staff.
Offer Times: Sun-Thursday 12.00-23.00; Friday and Saturday 12.00-16.00.
Offer terms:
- Customers are strongly advised to reserve in advance.
- Subject to availability.
- Offer valid only on main a la carte menu. Steak dishes are excluded from the 2FOR1 offer.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, special menu, or promotion.
- Maximum group size 6 people.
Telephone: 020 7240 4008.
Palm Court Brasserie
2FOR1 on any main course (cheapest main course free - excludes steak dishes)*
Established over 10 years ago, Palm Court Brasserie has earned its reputation as the perennial favourite of Covent Garden. Palm Court Brasserie is an elegant time capsule and an oasis of sophisticated calm - an intimate Parisian-style brasserie with a modern European menu which embodies the classic brasserie offerings of good food, simply cooked and fairly priced.
The interior of Palm Court Brasserie is crafted to recreate a classically 1920s Art Nouveau movement and the beautiful wrought-iron centrally hung chandelier softly illuminates the surroundings.
Popular with all, Palm Court generates the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to linger. Whether you are dropping in for a meal or a glass of wine with friends and family, it is the ideal place to help you relax and unwind. Palm Court brings a little touch of Paris to the heart of London.
- Customers are strongly advised to pre-book.
- Must present completed voucher on arrival
- Subject to availability.
- Offer valid only on main a la carte menu. Steak dishes are excluded from the 2FOR1 offer.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, special menu, or promotion
- Maximum group size 6 people
Offer Times: Sunday - Thursday 12.00-23.00; Friday 12.00-16.00. Excludes Saturdays.
Telephone: 020 7240 2939.
Planet Hollywood
2FOR1 on any main course (from a set menu, cheapest main course free)*
Eat, drink and feel famous at Planet Hollywood London, a unique dining experience inspired by the glamour of Hollywood, with movie memorabilia on display throughout the restaurant.
4 themed dining areas, a buzzing cocktail bar and a resident DJ every evening make Planet Hollywood one of the trendiest West End restaurants. The irresistible set menu has a choice of burgers, sandwiches, pastas, pizzas, ribs and salads.
Restaurant and merchandise shop open daily 11.30am to 12pm (Sundays 11pm), bar to 1am (Sundays 12pm).
*Bookings are subject to availability and strongly recommended. Call 020 7287 1000 quoting ATOC .
- Maximum group size is 6 people.
- This offer is only available at Planet Hollywood London and is subject to availability. Availability during school holidays is at the restaurant's discretion.
Offer Times: Sunday-Thursday 11.30-16.30 & 19.30-23.59. Fri 11.30-16.30. Not valid Saturdays.
Porters English Restaurant
2FOR1 any main course (cheapest free - Steak dishes not inluded)
Porters serves the dishes that made Britain Great. Prices are very fair with most main courses costing £12 or less. Favourites include Steak & Mushroom Pie and Beer Battered Cod and Chips. Strong supporters of Help for Heroes; so far raising nearly £40,000.
Telephone: 020 7836 6466
Offer times:
Sunday-Thursday 12.00-23.00;
Friday-Saturday 12.00-17.00.
Shaka Zulu Restaurant, Bar & Club
Shaka Zulu is an opulent restaurant, bar and club located inCamden, Stables Market.
Based over two floors, Shaka Zulu combines some of the culinary specialties ofSouth Africain its magnificent Braai restaurant.
The food of South Africa is often referred to as 'rainbow cuisine' because its dishes originated and are influenced by such a wide variety of multicultural sources, from the indigenous Zulu and Sotho speaking people of South Africa to immigrants from Cape Malay, Malaysia and Java.
Specialising in delicious home made biltong, pickled fish as well as some authentic dishes like bobotie, sosaties and of course the famous boerewors sausage but to name a few, we also serve the finest steaks and seafood in London.
For more adventurous diners and ex-pats wanting a little piece of home, we serve all types of game meat from zebra, springbok and kudu straight from the spit or 'braai'.
Offer:
2FOR1 on main courses (cheapest free, excludes premium dishes)
Offer times*:
Monday - Sunday 12:00 - 02:00
T&Cs: Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, voucher or discount. Max party size of 6. Offer not available Easter and Father's Day.
Boat Trips and Cruises
City Cruises
The Thames has always been at the very heart of London. Join City Cruises and you won't miss a thing when they show you the sights and sounds of 2000 years of history as you cruise through the capital.
The City Cruises fleet of purpose-built sightseeing boats give you the best views possible. From the majestic Houses of Parliament to the ancient Tower of London with its gruesome past and onto the Royal Palace of Greenwich. Along the way you'll cross the site of the first Roman crossing of the River Thames as well as passing by the tallest building in Europe. You really can sit back, relax and enjoy the views while the on-board commentary reveals all.
River Red Rover gives you complete freedom to make the most of City Cruises' regular departures by allowing you to come and go at will. Cruises depart from Westminster, London Eye, Tower and Greenwich piers every 30 minutes.
2FOR1 tickets cannot be purchased at London Eye pier.
Price: Adult £17.00; 2FOR1 offer only valid on all-day River Red Rover.
Tour Times: Daily 10.00-18.00. Evening cruises available, check citycruises.com for schedules.
Cruise duration: 30 minutes - 3 hours.
Telephone: 020 77 400 400
London RIB Voyages
The original supplier of London Thames speedboat adventures. We cover more of the river than any conventional experiences as you go further, faster and see more. Couple the unique excitement of our stylish speedboat tour with cutting edge entertaining commentary and you have the perfect trip for the whole family.
2FOR1 offer times: Monday - Wednesday sailings only 10.00 - 18.00 (subject to availability).
Not valid during Bank Holidays.
Must book in advance - £3.95 booking fee applies.
London RIB Voyages standard trip: £42.00 adult. One adult pays the full price and another person (adult or child) goes free!
Trips last 50 minutes, customers are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior for check-in, life jacket fitting and safety briefing.
Suitable for all ages. All wet weather and safety equipment provided.
Sport and Recreation
Arsenal Stadium Tours & Museum
Let a host of Arsenal stars share their matchday experiences as you explore behind-the-scenes at the state of the art Emirates Stadium. Hear from Manager Arsene Wenger as you take your place in the changing room, listen to the roar of the crowd as you walk down the tunnel, and explore the interactive museum. Self-Guided Audio Tours are available in 9 languages: English, Dutch, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin and Japanese.
Our Arsenal Tour hosts will be on hand to provide their own unique insights into London's most popular club. Tours run 7 days a week (except matchdays).
Entry Price: Self-Guided Audio Tour: Adult: £17.50
Opening times: Monday - Saturday: 10.00 -18.00 (last entry 17.00). Sunday: 10.00 - 16.00 (last entry 15.30)
Chelsea FC Tour and Museum
Experience an unmissable tour of Stamford Bridge, home of Chelsea Football Club, and embark on a fascinating journey behind the scenes at one of the world's greatest football stadium.
Your passionate tour guide will provide insights into Stamford Bridge's illustrious past and Chelsea's bright future, giving you access to areas normally reserved for players and officials.
You can combine your tour with a visit to the Chelsea FC Museum, offering visitors an unforgettable interactive tour of the club's successes and an opportunity to have your photo with both the Champions League and Europa League trophies.
For more information visit chelseafc.com/tours or call 0871 984 1955.
Admission: Adult £20.00
Tours run Monday - Sunday at : 10am, 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am, 12 noon, 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm and 3pm. Tours last approximately 1 hour, but please allow 2 hours on site - as time spent in the Museum is at your own leisure. Museum is open until 5pm (last entry 4pm).
Stadium tours do not operate on the day of a home match and the day before home Champions League matches.
Closed on 25 December.
Telephone: 0871 984 1955 (Mon - Fri 09.00-17.00) Information only - bookings must be made on arrival.
Fat Tire Bike Tours - London
If you're new to London or even if you already know all the words to 'God Save The Queen', this tour has something for you!
Whether talking about Kings, Queens and Princesses, palaces, parks abd parliament, or battles and their heroes and villains, our knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most poignant, fascinating and often downright absurd London stories, while our comfortable bikes and smooth route make cycling between sites fun and undemanding.
Halfway through the tour we'll take a break at the cornerstone of our culture: a traditional English pub (not included) - the perfect opportunity to chat to the rest of the group or get the latest London tips from your guide…
Be sure to ride with us and make the most of your time in the world's most visited city.
Price: £20
Tour times: VALID ONLY for 15.30 Royal London Tour, running daily from May 15 to September 15. Closed: May 27, June 15, August 3 & 4
Please check website www.FatTireBikeToursLondon.com
Duration: Approx 4 hours. Telephone: 0788 233 8779.
Floatworks Floatation Centre
Experience the extraordinary benefits of zero gravity relaxation at the world's largest floatation centre. Stresses and strains simply drift away in the self indulgent luxury of your floatation capsule, to be replaced with wonderfully profound feelings of harmony & wellbeing as your senses are revitalised and your spirit nourished.
Adult Ticket Price: £45.00. Opening Times: Daily 10.00-22.00. Visit time: 1 hour 20 minutes. Telephone: 0207 357 0111.
Fulham Football Club: Stadium Tours
Craven Cottage exudes the character and history befitting of London's original football club. Step through the listed turnstiles of our 19th Century ground, then make your way to the Cottage changing rooms while exploring a truly unique Premier League stadium.
Tours of Craven Cottage are available on selected days, to avoid disappointment, please book in advance or please call ahead to check availability before you travel.
Your guided Stadium Tour begins at the Johnny Haynes Statue, our tribute to the Club's greatest ever player.
Once through the original turnstiles, your journey will continue around the ground with some amazing views and stops on the way before you go pitch side and then arrive at the Cottage, your final stop.
Admission: Adult £12.00 from 1 July 2013
Offer Times: Tours of Craven Cottage are available on selected Fridays-Sundays throughout the season. To avoid disappointment, please book in advance or please call ahead to check availability before you travel.
Tours start at 11.15am, and if there are too many numbers an additional tour will run at 1.15pm. Group Tours are available 7 days a week, 09:30 - 16:00. Bookings must be made a minimum of 48 hours prior to the requested tour.
Please note that tours will not operate on match days, to confirm fixture details visit fulhamfc.com.
Telephone: 0843 208 1234 (Option 4)
Hampton Court by Bike
Enjoy a fully guided day trip to the former home of Henry VIII. Our small group tour includes return transport from central London, classic bicycle & helmet hire (optional), a gentle traffic-free 12km bike ride, a selection of historical & gourmet stops en-route, palace entrance and a fun & knowledgeable guide. A truly historic day out!
N.B. Participants must be over 5ft tall.
Adult £69
Hampton Court By Bike: Daily, 09:15 hours.
Bookings must be made 48 hours in advance.
Enter promo code TRAIN to enjoy the 2FOR1 deal online at www.hamptoncourtbybike.com
Lingfield Park Racecourse
Set in beautiful Surrey Countryside and just 45 minutes by direct train from central London, Lingfield Park offers a great day out with racing all year round. Up to eighteen 2FOR1 racedays, see website for full fixture listings.
Admission: 2FOR1 on races. Adult price £16 on the gate for normal racedays;
Offer will NOT apply to the Betfred Derby Trial and all Racing & Music Saturday nights throughout summer 2013.
Race times: Visit lingfieldpark.co.uk for all race meetings. Children aged under 16 free if accompanied by a paying adult (max two free children per adult). Visit time: 5 hours.
London Bicycle Tour
Hire a bike for up to 24 hours. Selecting a bicycle and cycle along the riverside to explore London's unique mixture of bustling streets, quiet squares, alley-ways and parks. Cycle Hire: £20.00* *2FOR1 for the first day's hire. A hire agreement must be signed, deposit required - payment with credit or debit card. Opening Times:
10am-6pm 7 days a week April-October 10am-4pm 7 days a week November-March
Hire Time: 24 hours. Telephone: 020 7928 6838.
Sandown Park Racecourse
Just 25 minutes direct from London Waterloo to Esher, Sandown Park hosts spectacular live afternoon and evening race meetings all year round, includes nine 2FOR1 race days, as well as free entry to accompanied children under 18.
Admission: Adult £18.00* Standard Days.
Race times: See sandown.co.uk for full fixture list *May be subject to change. Excludes Coral-Eclipse Day and Music Nights Telephone: 01372 47 00 47
Twickenham World Rugby Museum & Stadium Tour
From 13 May - 16 June 2013, the World Rugby Museum will be closed to the public for refurbishment.
Between 27 May and 23 June there will be no stadium tours running due to concerts at the stadium.
From 24 June - 28 October, a limited tour route will be running. This will not include access to the England Changing Room and tunnel area.
Twickenham is home to the World Rugby Museum, the finest collection of rugby memorabilia in the world. The Museum takes visitors through the sports history from its origins to the present day. More than just a collection of interesting artifacts, it is an inspirational journey through the global development of rugby union. Innovative, interactive exhibits bring to life some of the great moments of the international game.
A tour of Twickenham Stadium is a fantastic way to discover more about the iconic home of England Rugby. Highly knowledgeable guides will take you around the venue, highlights include the Royal Box, hospitality suites, medical room, England dressing room, players' tunnel and a breathtaking view of the stadium bowl from the top of the stand, there's no better way to see the how the stadium has evolved over the last 100 years.
Admission: Adult £15.00.
Tour times:
Tuesday - Friday - 11:00 13:00 15:00
Saturday - 10:30 12:00 13:30 15:00
Sunday - 12:00 14:00
Museum open 10:00 - 17:00 (Tues-Sat), 11:00 - 17:00 (Sun)
For Bank Holiday opening please check website for details
Closed Monday's and event days/Sunday following an event. see rfu.com/museum for details
Visit Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Telephone: 020 8892 8877
Wembley Stadium Tour
Take the Wembley Stadium Tour and explore behind-the-scenes of 'The Cathedral of Football'. At a staggering 90,000 seats, Wembley is the UK's ultimate live stadium experience and home to the biggest names in both sport and music. Everyone has their greatest Wembley moment - take the tour and relive yours! Tours include the England Dressing Rooms, The England Managers Press Conference Room, The Players Tunnel, The Royal Box and Wembley's historical treasures such as the 1966 World Cup Final Crossbar and both the Torch and Tablets from the 1948 London Olympic Games.
Tours do not operate on event days or during build-up and breakdown. See website for availability.
Admission: Adult £16.00 Tour times: Daily 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.00 and 16.00. Tours do not operate on event days or during build-up and breakdown. See wembleystadium.com/tours for availability Telephone: 0844 800 2755. Additional tours will be added at peak times.
Houses, Gardens and Parks
Syon House and Gardens
The London home of the Duke of Northumberland built on the site of a medieval Abbey. Syon House was remodelled by Robert Adam and contains some of his finest interiors. The spectacular Great Conservatory in the gardens surrounded by 'Capability' Brown landscaped parkland adjoining the River Thames.
For more details of our 2013 calendar of events please see website for details www.syonpark.co.uk or contact 020 8560 0882.
Price: £11 (Adult)
Opening times:
Closed Mon, Tue, Fri & Sat. Also 30 Aug-7 Sept
On all Bank Holiday weekends and during the summer (21st July to 29th August), children go free
Sunday 12th May: BRENTFORD FOOTBALL CLUB ISIS CHALLENGE FUN RUN
Sundays during June and July - 2nd June - 7th July: SUNDAY AFTERNOON LECTURES
Monday 10th June to Sunday 7th July: ARCHAEOLOGY
13th October: AUTUMN TREE WALKS WITH THE HEAD GARDENER
25th & 26th October: IS SYON HOUSE HAUNTED?
22nd, 23rd, 24th, 29th, 30th Nov & 1st, 6th,7th, 8th Dec: THE ENCHANTED WOODLAND
Tours and Guided Walks
Beatles Walking Tour of London
Roll up, roll up, step right this way as we take you on a Beatles Tour of London. If you love the Fab Four and Rock n Roll then come together for a walk through the long and winding roads of British rock history.
Get caught up in your own Beatlemania as you visit the studios, pubs, cafes, film locations, art galleries, homes and music venues that not only inspired The Beatles but also other famous acts including The Rolling Stones, Sex Pistols, David Bowie, Pink Floyd, Jim Hendrix and many more.
You'll have the chance to recreate some famous Beatles publicity shots along the way, see where the Beatles lived, played, socialised and shaped London's vibrant music scene over the years.
As part of the Beatles Tour of London we will take a short tube journey to visit the Abbey Road studios and see that famous zebra crossing.
2FOR1 price: Adult £10, Child £8
Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour.
See Beatles Tour of London website for tour dates and times.
Tel: 0844 2471 007
Drink London! Historical Walking Pub Tour
Step back in time and enjoy a gentle guided walk through some of London's most historic streets, pausing for refreshment in 300 year old coaching inns and pubs en-route. Small groups, local guides and great beer guaranteed! N.B. Participants must be over 14 years of age
Book online at www.mindthegaptours.com and quote promotional code TRAIN
Adult: £25
Telephone: 07768310005
Departing: Every Wed & Sat at 14:00
Fuller’s Brewery Tour
Visitors will experience the unique history of the brewery and the art of brewing, from arrival of raw materials to packaging of the finished product. The tour finishes with a mouth-watering tasting session of Fuller's beers. 2FOR1 offer: Tasting (Day) £12.00. Mon-Fri 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00 & 15.00. Not valid Sat & Sun. Children 13 and under not admitted. Advance booking is essential. Minimum age applies visit fullers.co.uk for details. Closed Bank Hols & 20 Dec - 3 Jan. Visit Time: Approx 2 hours. Telephone: 020 8996 2063.
Gangster Tour London
This 2 hour walking tour explores real life and film locations associated with London's criminal underworld.
Onscreen hard man, actor Stephen Marcus, best known for his role as Nick the Greek in gangster film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, guides this tour around the infamous Kray twin's stamping ground.
The tour goes to the Blind Beggar pub; Repton Boys Club and other locations which played a pivotal role in the lives of the Krays and other gangsters and which turned them from mere gangsters into celebrity icons.
When?
ADVANCE BOOKINGS ONLY
Saturday at 1pm
How Long?
2 hours
How much?
Adult: £20 (minimum age 16)
Ghost Bus Tours
There's something funny about this bus...
Take a ride to the dark side on The Ghost Bus Tours' extraordinary, vintage double-decker. The Necrobus Actors unearth stories from London's murky past as a city of execution, murder and haunting. But that's not all…You will find yourself seated in the heart of live ghost story as the mysterious bus reveals its own ghastly secrets. The London Necrobus Company offers a sightseeing show with actors and on-board technical trickery. The non-stop round trip lasts for approximately 1 hour and 15mins.
"A FUN FAIR - LIKE GHOST RIDE" The Daily Telegraph
"HILARIOUS. WE SCREAMED A LOT" Amanda Holden
Admission: Adult £20.00
Office Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 - 19:00 & Saturday and Sunday 11:00 - 19:00
OFFER AVAILABLE SUNDAY TO FRIDAY. NOT VALID ON SATURDAYS AND BETWEEN 25 OCT TO 3 NOV.
Tours run Monday to Sunday at 18:00, 19:30, 21:00 (Subject to availability).
Phone bookings only. Please arrive 15 mins before tour departure time.
Telephone: 0844 5678 666
Harry Potter London Bus Tour
Climb aboard as we take you on a magical Harry Potter London Tour of Locations. The 3 hour luxury air-conditioned mini coach tour includes Harry Potter London locations from the final film in the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, some of which is set in London. This Harry Potter London tour will take in all the film locations and inspirations in the capital including Platform 9 ¾, 12 Grimmauld Place and the sites used for the Leaky Cauldron. You'll also see many other familiar landmarks too. Tour price: Adult £22, Child £15 Tour departures: See Harry Potter Tour of London website for tour departure dates and times. Tour time: Approx 3 hours.
Advance Bookings only.
Harry Potter London Tour
2FOR1 £20.00
A great way to see Harry's magical London, tour the film locations & inspirations from the books. The tour includes a boat cruise along the Thames, so you must have a valid Zone 1 Travelcard to take part. A must for any Harry Potter fan! See website for tour prices and tour times Tour times:
Departs: Mon/Tues @ 12pm, Wed/Thurs/Fri @ 12pm & 7pm, Sat @ 12pm & 4pm, Sun @ 10.30am & 2pm
Advance bookings only.
Jack the Ripper Tour
On this 2 hour Jack the Ripper Tour we shall explore how an Autumn of Terror in 1888 can still chill to the bone to this very day. We will explore the historical background of the Whitechapel murders and their passing into a genre almost in their own right. We will examine how public perception of these murders has been shaped by Jacks portayal on TV and Film and compare that to the reality of 1888. On our Jack The Ripper tour step back and imagine gas-lit alleys, hear the voices of the "Children of the ghetto" crushers, coves, slummers and unfortunates. 2FOR1 price:
Adult: £10
Child (Under 12): £5
Advance bookings only See website for tour times and dates.
James Bond London Bus Tour
Step into the dangerous world of James Bond and other secret agents as we take a film tour around 007 film locations and real life spy sites. On this luxury mini coach tour you'll visit over 12 James Bond London film locations plus spy movie sites from films with Harry Palmer and Johnny English. We'll also see places familiar to James Bond author Ian Fleming who lived and died in London. See where fiction becomes reality as we take you to actual spy locations associated with the real world of espionage. Learn how these films were made, get an insight into the secret world of spies, watch the DVD clips as we pass the actual locations, discuss some of the the classic James Bond London settings and novels plus trivia about the actors behind them. During the James Bond tour you'll have the chance to get off the bus, take pictures and see the locations up close.
Tour price: Adult £25.00, Child £15.00 (Under 12). Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour.
Tour departures: See website for tour departure dates and times.
Tour time: Approx 3 hours.
Advance bookings only.
James Bond Walking Tour of London
Discover what it takes to be the worlds most famous secret agent as we take you on a journey to discover some of the locations from the James Bond films including the latest James Bond film Skyfall.
As part of the tour you will also get to learn about aspects of the British secret service and discover where fantasy meets reality.
The tour will start at Planet Hollywood where you can see movie props from the Bond films. The tour will then wind its way through Westminster, the beating heart of British politics and intrigue with government buildings, secret bunkers all with secrets to tell.
Tour price: Adult £10, Child £7. Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour.
Tour departures: See James Bond Tour of London website for tour departure dates and times.
Tour time: 2 hours.
Advance bookings only.
London Film Locations Bus Tour
Visit many of London's historic landmarks that film makers love. The London Movie Tour is a fun and unique way to see the British capital as our movie experts entertain you with behind-the-scenes details and insider gossip. Even if you're not a movie buff don't worry as the tour is a fun and exciting guided bus tour for people of all ages. See some of your favourite movies and TV shows come to life as you take a tour of over 35 different film locations in and around the City of London. Guided by local actors or actresses you will see sets in the City, film sites in Southwark, screen locations of Fleet Street and much more. See locations from Bridget Jones's Diary, Sherlock Holmes, Four Weddings and a Funeral, V for Vendetta, Atonement, About a Boy, 28 Days Later, Bourne Ultimatum, Batman Begins and much much more. There will be several stops for you to get off, take pictures and see the film locations up close.
Tour price: Adult £25.00, Child £15.00 (Under 12). Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour.
Tour departures: See website for tour departure dates and times.
Advance bookings only.
National Theatre Backstage Tours
Our knowledgeable and entertaining guides will lead you through the backstage areas of the National's three theatres, following in the footsteps of the greatest actors and directors of the last 35 years, and revealing the secrets that bring the NT's productions to the stage.
The National Theatre is a working building, producing around 20 new productions every year. Rehearsals, set-building, prop and costume-making all happen on site. No two tours are ever the same, so come and see what's happening behind the scenes today.
Tours run up to six times a day. Suitable for all ages, fully accessible. Reservations recommended.
Admission: £8.50
Opening times: Daily 10.15-17.30. Closed 3 Jun.
Tours run up to six times daily check in advance.
Visit Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Telephone: 020 7452 3400
Notting Hill Tour
On this two hour walking tour you'll get a chance to literally follow in the footsteps of Will Thacker (Hugh Grant) and Anna Scott (Julia Roberts) as we take a journey through film locations, music sites, charming mews and Portobello Road in Notting Hill. On the tour we'll visit several film locations from Richard Curtis's major box office hit with Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts including a visit to the Travel Bookshop (both real and fictional) plus many other locations featured in other screen productions over the years. Not only will you see famous film locations but you'll also get to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Notting Hill including the world famous Portobello Road market, buskers, spice shops, cafes, recording studios, delicious international cuisine cooked fresh on market stalls, picturesque streets, quiet mews and much more. Tour price: Adult: £10, Child (Under 12): £5. Please note: there are a limited number of 2FOR1 places on each tour See website for details. Tour time: 2 hours. Advance bookings only.
1 Big Night Out Pub Crawl – London’s biggest daily pub crawl
Billed as "London's biggest daily nightlife event", 1 Big Night Out Pub Crawl visits a selection of the biggest bars in the West End, ending at world famous London clubs featuring top DJs and performers. A London bar crawl with a big following, 1 Big Night Out Pub Crawl brings crawlers a side of London that they wouldn't be able to find on their own! The crawl, run by a group of expert London pub crawl guides, takes customers from cool and quirky London bars to world famous London nightclubs, so there is something for everyone. With free shots in each bar and Happy Hour drink prices all night, you can't go wrong with this top London bar crawl, and you're bound to have a different kind of night that you'll never forget!
Admission: Adult £15, 18 years + only.
Event starts at 19.30 and ends at 03.00 Party until 03.00
No dress code.
Telephone: 0800 612 5081
Rock 'n' Roll Walking Tour
Departs daily at 13.00 from The Original London Visitor Centre:
A 90-minute walk through the heart of the capital's rocking heritage: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie and The Sex Pistols. It's only Rock 'n' Roll, but I like it! Price: £9 per person Duration: 90 minutes each walk.
Note: Customers must redeem their 2FOR1 voucher at The Original London Visitor Centre, Trafalgar Square before joining any of the walks. Your walking pass is valid for 48 hours and is ideal if you are staying over in London for a short break.
Telephone: 020 8877 2120
Duration: 90 minutes each walk.
See London By Night
See London By Night. Our live guided open top tour bus will take you to See London By Night featuring the floodlit sights of the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, Piccadilly, Trafalgar Square, Harrods and many more.
Summer 23 March to 15 September 2013: Every 30min from 19.30 to 22.00
Winter 16 September 2013 to 1 April 2014: 19.30 and 21.20
The tour takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes and is all live guided in English only.
Admission: Adult £15
Contact: 020 7813 4744 / 0844 504 3285
Offer only available 10 minutes before departure, subject to availability. Customers may be asked to wait for full paying customers to board prior to claiming offer.
The Chocolate Tour of London
Come join your experienced tour guide for a delightful stroll through some of the London's most decadent dessert boutiques and chocolatiers.
From classic truffles to salty caramels, from dark chocolate almond bark to the most exquisite chocolate mousse, The Chocolate Tour of London will satisfy your sweet tooth...chocoholics everywhere will love this tour!
• Food is included - 6 tastings on the go (sidewalk tastings, or done inside the establishments) • Capacity 20 people per tour guide • Dress It's a walking tour, so wear comfortable shoes and clothing • Weather Tour takes place rain or shine
Price: Adult - £30
Tours: Taking place 3pm Thursday - Sunday and 12pm Sat/Sun.
Telephone: 020 7193 8770
Terms: Must be booked in advance online. Use coupon code 'TRAIN' at the online checkout to claim offer. To book please visit http://www.greatbritishtours.com/gbt/the-chocolate-walking-tour-of-london.html
The London Time Tour Bus
A fresh and exciting approach to sight-seeing and history that combines theatre and technical trickery with an insightful look at London's rich past. Ideal entertainment for all the family, and suitable for all ages. The adventure begins on Northumberland Avenue and from there passengers will have front row seats as the Professor talks through favourite tales of London's history. Past Buckingham Palace, Westminster and across the Thames, from Kings and Queens to The Great Fire, what better way to learn about the capital than from a man who has seen it all?
The London Time Tour Bus - A journey through London, through time!
Adult: £20.00
MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10:00 - 19:00
SATURDAY TO SUNDAY 11:00 - 19:00
Zoos, Farms and Wildlife
Battersea Park Children’s Zoo
The magical Battersea Park Children's Zoo is located next to the river Thames in Battersea Park. See monkeys, lemurs, coati and crawl down the tunnel to meet the meerkats. Talk to the mynah birds or chat to the parrots before stopping to watch the playful otters. Wriggly snakes, slimy giant snails and shy mice are all waiting in the Mouse House.
Out in the field see Bianca the Shetland pony and lovable donkeys. See the pigs take a mud bath. Have fun and learn in the interactive Adventure Playground. Climb, balance, swing, build and maybe get wet! Sit on a fire engine or tractor.
Admission: Adult: £8.75 Child £6.50
Opening times: Everyday except 25/26 December. Summer 10.00 to 17.30 Winter 10.00 to 16.30 or dusk.
WWT London Wetland Centre
Recently voted the UK's Favourite Nature Reserve!
A beautiful wildlife haven with attractive walkways set amongst the lakes, pools and meadows that are home to birds, bats, water voles, grass snakes, frogs and dragonflies. Enjoy a scenic walk or let the kids run free in their own adventure zones.
Admission: Adult £11.65 (includes gift aid donation). Open 7 days a week, except 25 December
Summer opening time: 9.30am to 18.00 (last admission 17.00).
Winter opening time: 9.30am to 17.30 (last admission 16.30).
Visit Time: 4 hours
Telephone: 020 8409 4400
Popular 2FOR1 offers
Madame Tussauds London
With 14 zones and the excellent Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience, Madame Tussauds London combines glitz and glamour with incredible history and over 300 wax figures. So, who do you want to meet?
Sea Life London Aquarium
THE SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to one of Europe's largest collection of global marine life and the jewel in the crown of the 28 SEA LIFE attractions in the UK and Europe. Situated in the heart of London, the experience takes visitors on an immersive and interactive journey along the Great Oceanic Conveyor.
Tower of London
Explore the wonders of this awesome fortress and the stories behind them. Be dazzled by the Crown Jewels, join a Yeoman Warder tour and visit the stunning new exhibition, Fit for a King, set within the walls of the mighty White Tower.
Food, drinks and light bites onboard
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Family travel and discounts
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