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Experience one of London’s must-see attractions with this skip-the-line Lastminute.com London Eye admission ticket. Bypass the long line and enjoy priority access and boarding for a standard flight in a shared capsule. Then admire panoramic views of the Thames River, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and other top London landmarks during your turn on the iconic wheel.

Visit many of London's top landmarks in one convenient booking. Start with an early-access visit to the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, including the Opening Ceremony and a self-guided Tower of London visit via a multilingual app, taking it all in at your own pace. Then, take another self-guided walking tour for independent exploration of other Westminster landmarks, including Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

The University City of Oxford and the idyllic countryside of The Cotswolds are two of the most popular day trips from London. This full-day tour ensures that you don't miss any of the most important sites, with allowing you free time to admire Oxford landmarks like the Bridge of Sighs, Christchurch Cathedral, and the Ashmolean Museum, and visit the villages of Burford and Bibury.

Built using more than 12,000 tons (11,000 tonnes) of steel, Tower Bridge is a London icon. Get up close when you book this timed-entry ticket that grants you access to both the glass-floor walkways and the engine rooms. Inhale views of St. Paul’s, The Shard, the Tower of London, and more, from 138 feet (42 meters) above the river, and discover its story through interactive displays and exhibitions.

London’s top landmarks stretch along the Thames, but navigating between them on foot can take time. This experience combines a river cruise with a ride on the London Eye, so you can see the city from the water and from above in one seamless outing. Sail past icons such as Big Ben, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Tower of London before taking in panoramic views from the skyline.

Want to head out from London to explore the prehistoric structure of Stonehenge? Don't worry about the hassle of navigating the UK's transport network; instead, opt for a half-day coach trip with your admission ticket included. Your admission ticket gives you two hours to explore, which is plenty of time to listen to the audio guide and discover the structure at your own pace.

Visit Oxford and top 'Downton Abbey' filming locations on this day trip from London. Start with a walking tour of Oxford and its famous university buildings, then continue to the Cotswolds’ village of Bampton, known as Downton Village in the award-winning British TV series. End with a visit to Highclere Castle, the real-life setting of Downton Abbey, featured in Downton Abbey 3: The Grand Finale.

Visit the historic spa city of Bath, explore Windsor, and add-on extra visits to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge, if you wish. All options include a break for a traditional English pub lunch, along with well-honed logistics and transport for a hassle-free day. You’ll avoid the stress of renting a car and navigating between England’s rural highlights, leaving you free to focus on the sights beyond London.

The church as we know it today was founded by Henry III in the 13th century, who ordered the demolition of Edward the Confessor’s royal palace and a monastery situated on the site. In its place, a new Gothic cathedral was built that was consecrated in 1269: From now on, by decree of the King of England, Westminster Abbey was to be a place for the coronation and burial of monarchs. - Royal Tombs, Today, over 3,000 people are buried or memorialised at Westminster Abbey, including 30 monarchs and notable historical figures such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Sir Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking and Geoffrey Chaucer. - The Coronation Chair in St George’s Chapel is perhaps the most famous piece of furniture in the world. - Poet’s Corner - Explore the Lady Chapel & Chapter House - Royal Tombs - Unknown Warrior - Pyx Chamber - The Quire - Cloisters

Don’t miss any of the details of Westminster Abbey with this hassle-free, professionally-guided group tour. You learn more about the history of the abbey than you would on a self-guided tour, plus have the option to ask your guide questions. This tour also includes refreshments in the Cellarium Cafe & Terrace, which isn’t part of most tours.

Have only a limited time in the British capital? See the best of London in just half a day—and enjoy a more immersive way to see the sights—on this guided walking tour. Pick a start time that works best for you, and set off to explore London’s bustling heart and key landmarks. You can look forward to spotting sights like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, and more.

Experience the English countryside on a small-group tour to the Cotswolds and take a break from the hustle and bustle of London. Travel by minibus with a driver-guide who shares details about the region's history. Explore remote outposts, charming villages, and winding country lanes, as you take in the best of the Cotswolds on this relaxing day trip from London.

Many Jack the Ripper tours focus on sensational details rather than historical context. This guided walking tour takes a different approach by centering on the lives of the victims and the social conditions of Victorian London. Walk through the streets of Whitechapel while learning about Jack's victims—Polly, Annie, Elizabeth, Catherine, and Mary Jane—and how poverty, housing, and employment shaped their lives. Your guide explains how the crimes affected the local community, offering a more thoughtful way to understand this chapter of London’s history without relying on shock-driven storytelling.

Learn more about London’s history on this fascinating Jack the Ripper-themed walking tour of the East End. As well as the notorious serial killer, learn about his women victims, who have largely been overlooked by history. You’ll visit former crime scenes and historic landmarks as your guide tells you fascinating stories about Victorian London. Get a close-up look at this part of the city by exploring on foot.

Check off 20 of London's top sights in just a few hours. This small-group walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors and those with limited time to explore the British capital. Enjoy included admission to Westminster Abbey, the traditional coronation site for the British monarchy, as well as stops at Big Ben, Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, and more.

London is time-consuming to navigate independently. Skip the itinerary planning and relax on this action-packed walking tour that covers London's two most historic areas: the City of London and Westminster. See more than 30 landmarks, including Tower of London, London Bridge, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey, with questions, trivia, and photo ops to keep the atmosphere lively.

Immerse in Second World War history and follow in the footsteps of legends when you prebook your ticket to the Churchill War Rooms, the epicenter of British government for most of the war. Explore the top-secret Map Room, discover a communications room disguised as a toilet, and hear more stories on your audio guide. Your package also includes a sightseeing app and an audio tour of political London.

Harry Potter™ fans won’t want to miss this magical experience at Warner Bros. Studio London. Bypass the crowds with a timed-entry small-group tour. See behind-the-scenes and discover how the movies were made—your guide ensures you don't miss a thing. Get up close to the original film sets, props, and costumes, learn facts you won't hear anywhere else, and snap photos of the wizarding world as you explore.

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

Discover three of southern England’s top sights—and make exploring beyond London easy—on this full-day coach trip to Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, and Dover. After departing from Central London, travel to the 900-year-old Leeds Castle, where your guide brings its centuries of royal intrigue to life. Next, visit the medieval city of Canterbury, and tour the UNESCO-listed Canterbury Cathedral (if option selected). Finally, admire the views of Dover Castle and the famous White Cliffs of Dover.

Follow in the footsteps of England’s kings, queens, statesmen, and poets as you explore the magnificent Westminster Abbey, one of London’s most iconic and important religious buildings. With pre-booked admission tickets and audio guides, visiting logistics are made simple. Avoid the rush of a group tour and set your own pace to stroll around the great church, see the coronation site of England’s many kings and queens, and listen as your audio guide shares more about the abbey’s rich history.

This family-friendly tour reveals London locations used to film scenes from the world-renowned Harry Potter™ movies, including King's Cross Station, Goodwin's Court, Borough Market, and Westminster. Exploring the city with a guide means that you’ll be party to insider info and movie trivia that you won’t find in the guidebooks, and you don't have to worry about getting lost among the central London crowds.

Experience the Changing of the Guard ceremony in London with the help of a local guide to march with you (and the guards), sharing fun facts about the city's history as you go. This group tour lets you see the whole ceremony unfold while your guide explains more about London's culture and architecture—or feel free to pick their brain with your own questions.

If you’re visiting London for the first time or have limited time, discover many of the most iconic sights of London on this half-day guided walking tour. Follow your guide and stroll past 20 top London sights, such as Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. Plus, exploring on foot gives you a more intimate glimpse into areas that can’t be accessed by cars or buses.