London
London packs more world-class free museums, royal pageantry and green space than any capital in Europe. The British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern and Natural History Museum cost nothing; Westminster, the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace tell a thousand years of history within a single Thames walk. Beyond the icons: Borough Market's food stalls, West End theatre, Camden's chaos and Notting Hill's pastel streets. The Tube and contactless payment make the sprawl manageable, and King's Cross puts Paris two hours away. Pack layers in any season — and book Sunday roasts and shows ahead.
Unsplash- Population
- 8,961,989
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Nearest airport
- LTN
Guide to London
Suggested itineraries
Top attractions
British Museum
The world's first public national museum, housing the Rosetta Stone, Elgin Marbles, and Egyptian mummies. Free entry.
freeTower of London
A UNESCO World Heritage Site housing the Crown Jewels. Home to the Beefeater guards and 900 years of history.
expensiveTate Modern
The world's most visited modern art museum in a former power station on the South Bank. Free permanent collection.
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