{"id":292,"date":"2016-02-18T21:43:14","date_gmt":"2016-02-18T21:43:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/essentialhome.eu\/inspirations\/?p=292"},"modified":"2016-02-18T21:45:02","modified_gmt":"2016-02-18T21:45:02","slug":"places-visit-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.essentialhome.eu\/inspirations\/lifestyle\/places-visit-london\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Places to Visit in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Museums, places to visit, things to do in London\u2026? London is one of the capitals of the world.\u00a0If you are thinking to visit London\u00a0soon and you are wondering which places are really worth to be seen, we found\u00a0inspiration\u00a0in the 10 places to\u00a0visit in London!<\/p>\n

1. British Museum<\/p>\n

\"British<\/p>\n

Founded in 1753, the British Museum\u2019s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history. Enjoy a unique comparison of the treasures of world cultures under one roof, centred around the magnificent Great Court.<\/p>\n

Entrance to the Museum is free. A donation of \u00a35 is recommended. There are admission charges for special exhibitions and some events \u2013 book online now to avoid missing out.<\/p>\n

Opening Times:
\nOpen daily 10.00-17.30. Open late on Fridays until 20.30.<\/p>\n

2. Coca-Cola London Eye<\/p>\n

\"Coca<\/p>\n

The Coca-Cola London Eye is centrally located in the heart of the capital, gracefully rotating over the River Thames opposite the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.<\/p>\n

At 135 metres, the Coca-Cola London Eye is the world\u2019s tallest cantilevered observation wheel; a feat of design and engineering, it has become the modern symbol representing the capital and a global icon. The experience showcases breathtaking 360-degree views of the capital and its famous landmarks and has been the number one visitor experience in the city for the past decade.<\/p>\n

Adult Ticket: From \u00a320.70 (\u20ac26.77) per ticket
\nChild Ticket: From \u00a314.00 (\u20ac18.10) per ticket<\/p>\n

Opening Times:
\n1 October-31 March: 10:00 \u2013 20:30 daily.<\/p>\n

1 April-30 June: 10:00 \u2013 21:00 daily.<\/p>\n

1 July-30 September: 10:00 \u2013 21:30 daily.<\/p>\n

3. Wilton\u2019s Music Hall<\/p>\n

\"Victoria<\/p>\n

A traditional Victorian music hall in London\u2019s Tower Hamlets, Wilton\u2019s Music Hall has been fully restored in recent years to its former glory. Book tickets to a variety of performances, drop by for a drink in the impressive Mahogany Bar or simply take a tour of this wonderful, historic venue.<\/p>\n

4. Little Venice<\/p>\n

\"Little<\/p>\n

Just as its name suggests, Little Venice<\/a> is London\u2019s answer to the famous Italian city. Home to various waterside cafes, pubs and restaurants, the area comes alive in the summer months as Londoners jump on canal boats or walk along the riverside to nearby Camden or Regent\u2019s Park.<\/p>\n

5. Tate Modern<\/p>\n

\"Tate<\/p>\n

A visit to London isn\u2019t complete without a trip to Tate Modern.<\/p>\n

Britain\u2019s national museum of modern and contemporary art from around the world is housed in the former Bankside Power Station on the banks of the Thames. The awe-inspiring Turbine Hall runs the length of the entire building and you can see amazing work for free by artists such as C\u00e9zanne, Bonnard, Matisse, Picasso, Rothko, Dal\u00ed, Pollock, Warhol and Bourgeois.<\/p>\n

Entrance for the gallery is free, charges for events\/special exhibitions.<\/p>\n

Opening Times:
\nSunday \u2013 Thursday, 10.00\u201318.00<\/p>\n

Friday and Saturday, 10.00\u201322.00<\/p>\n

6. Camden Passage<\/p>\n

\"Camden<\/p>\n

Camden Passage has grown from the opening of its first antiques shop in the 1960s to a total of 200 dealers.<\/p>\n

Tucked behind Upper Street in Islington, Camden Passage<\/a> is a real treasure trove of cute cafes, independent boutiques, vintage shops \u2013 where you\u2019ll find everything from exquisite one-offs to fun party outfits \u2013 as well as an antiques market selling furniture, curios, war memorabilia and various bric-a-brac.<\/p>\n

7. Postman\u2019s Park<\/p>\n

\"Postman's<\/p>\n

Postman\u2019s Park gained its name due to its popularity as a lunch spot with workers from the nearby old General Post Office. Now it\u2019s home to the unique Watts memorial, a gallery of glazed tablets commemorating tragic acts of bravery. This corner of green space would be an even better kept secret it weren\u2019t for Jude Law\u2019s character visiting the park in the 2004 film Closer.<\/p>\n

8. Victoria Park<\/p>\n

\"Victoria<\/p>\n

Victoria Park in London\u2019s Tower Hamlets is a large park with canals, ponds, a pavilion, tennis courts and a sports ground.<\/p>\n

Open air pop and rock concerts are held in the park during the summer.<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0Nightjar<\/p>\n

\"Nightjar<\/p>\n

Thanks to its live music sessions and Prohibition-inspired cocktail menu, Nightjar has become one of the most popular speakeasies in London. Look for it in a secluded basement in East London, and be prepared for a night of swing, blues, jazz and inventive drinks.<\/p>\n

10. Royal Museums Greenwich<\/p>\n

\"Royal<\/p>\n

Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this UNESCO\u2019s World Heritage site. The complex includes the National Maritime Museum, the Queen\u2019s House, the Royal Observatory (incorporating the\u00a0Peter Harrison Planetarium) and the spectacular tea clipper Cutty Sark<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

We hope you like our ideas, and have fun in one of the great cities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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