Top London Arts & Design

Swap passive gallery wandering and information cards for a fun, interactive alternative. At the Museum of Illusions, get playful as you walk through a series of optical illusions, pausing to photograph the puzzling—and entertaining—results. Snap yourself floating, split in half, hanging from the ceiling, or multiplied into a room of clones. It all comes down to clever manipulation of psychology and perception, and is entertaining to all ages.

Beat the typical National Gallery crowds and enjoy a small-group tour with a guide to share the stories behind the artworks—stories that don’t make it into your average guidebook. With their help, you filter out the noise and focus on the most essential parts of the gallery, from da Vinci to Michelangelo, and Monet to Van Gogh.

Go off the tourist trail and immerse yourself in London's street art scene on this walking tour of East London with a local artist as a guide. Explore Spitalfields Markets, Brick Lane, and Shoreditch, and discover ever-changing murals and artwork you may not find on your own. Plus, learn more about their meanings and the artists behind them.

Shoreditch is well known as a hub of street art and graffiti, with the areas around Brick Lane and Old Spitalfields Market featuring an eclectic mix of work from a variety of artists. However, deciphering the techniques and styles of each piece can prove tricky. Get the inside scoop with a local guide, and cover everything from large-scale pieces and stenciled art to tags and storytelling.

Absorb the architectural majesty of the Royal Albert Hall on this guided tour in London. Alongside your guide, you’ll explore the iconic venue as it prepares for an impending performance. Hear anecdotes of legendary past performances, marvel at the opulent architecture and gain fascinating insight into the Royal Albert Hall’s history. Enjoy stunning stage views from the gallery and, with luck, you’ll catch a glimpse of artists rehearsing for their evening performance.

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.

Discover London’s rich regal history inside the UNESCO World Heritage Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels. Explore the majestic white tower and learn about the Yeoman Warders, Medieval Britain, and more with immersive exhibits storying the great British monarchs. This ticket also includes entry to see the impressive Crown Jewels, which have to be seen to be believed.

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.

Catch the Changing of the Guard with a clear view and visit Buckingham Palace during its limited July to September opening. This tour includes a guided walk through St. James's Park to watch the ceremony, followed by entry to the State Rooms with a self-guided audio tour available in nine languages. One booking covers palace admission and timing for a seamless experience.

The London Eye runs continuously throughout the day on a fixed loading sequence, and standard ticket holders must join a queue that can be an hour or more long during peak times. This skip-the-line admission ticket includes priority access and boarding for a shared capsule ride, with views of the Thames, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and central London as it rotates.

Many of rock’s greatest bands have London roots, and on this small-group tour, you’ll go on a deep-dive of their haunts on foot. Led by a local musician, you’ll wander through Soho, Mayfair, and beyond, getting a look at the land that created and shaped music’s greatest sounds from the likes of The Clash, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, and many other legends.

"Harry Potter™" fans in London may rush to the Warner Bros. Studio, but plenty of magical movie locations can be found without leaving the capital. Join fellow Muggles on a walking tour through central London, stepping off the usual tourist trail to see the real-life spots that inspired Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.

Experience London’s traditional pub scene—and discover historic drinking dens that most visitors miss—on this small-group, half-day tour. Accompany your guide to the history-saturated City of London, and visit at least four noteworthy pubs (drinks are own expense). Pop into centuries-old alehouses, see literary haunts favored by writers such as Charles Dickens, and learn about local drinking culture as you explore.

One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Skip the sightseeing hassle and secure your admission before you travel by booking your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies for impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks.

Visit the Churchill War Rooms and be transported to the 1940s. See the underground tunnels, rooms and corridors that were used during WWII.

Stonehenge and Bath sit in different directions west of London, so pairing them in a day means a lot of driving and timing to figure out. Ride a coach that links both, with the route and schedule handled for you. Choose to add entry to one or more sights when you book—Stonehenge, the Roman Baths, the Jane Austen Centre—or keep it flexible and explore on your own.

The ancient stones reverberate with dark secrets, priceless jewels glint in fortified vaults, and ravens strut the grounds. The Tower of London was founded in 1066–1067 by William the Conqueror. You cannot miss the iconic White Tower towering over the modern city. Venture inside, and you will find the world’s longest-running visitor attraction, The Line of Kings. A line of wooden horses is the surviving remnant of one of the oldest collections at the Tower. You will also be able to marvel at the battle armor of England’s most notorious king, Henry VIII. Opposite the White Tower lies the world-famous collection of finery and regalia, the Crown Jewels. You will be able to see some of the most legendary and spectacular diamonds in the world and regalia still used regularly by the King in important national ceremonies such as the state opening of parliament.

Reaching the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on the outskirts of London means working out trains and connections before you even arrive. Ride a coach straight there from central London at a departure time you pick when booking, with entry included. Once inside, explore the film sets, costumes, and props of the Harry Potter™ movies at your own pace, and see how the special effects were made.

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.

Limited time in London doesn’t have to mean a limited view of the capital. Soak up the key sights in just one action-packed day on this combination walking tour and sightseeing cruise. Explore highlights including Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace (where you'll view the Changing of the Guard on scheduled days). Then, cruise the Thames on a comfortable riverboat to the Tower of London, where you can delve into British history with a guided tour of the thousand-year-old fortress.

Explore beyond London without renting a car or navigating unfamiliar roads on this full-day coach tour to three of Britain’s historic and culturally important destinations. Visit Windsor Castle to see the State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, then head to the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge, and finish in Bath, famed for its Georgian architecture and Roman Baths.

London’s top landmarks stretch along the Thames, but walking between them 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, then take in panoramic views of the skyline.

London's darker history is scattered across the city, and the sites tied to it are easy to walk past without knowing what happened there. Ride a vintage Routemaster bus with a guide instead, covering the ground between them while the stories fill in what you're looking at. Pass landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, and Fleet Street, lit up as you go.