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Everything to SEE in London.
Attractions, Tours and Hidden Gems.
London never runs out of things to discover. Whether you are standing in front of the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, watching the city unfold from the top of The Shard, or stumbling across a hidden courtyard in Covent Garden, every visit feels different.
This is your starting point. Compare tickets for London’s top attractions, book guided tours, and find experiences that match your pace, whether you have three hours or three days. For private tours and transfers across the city and beyond, our trusted partner Chauffeurz takes care of the rest.
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London has more to offer than any single visit can cover. From the world-famous top attractions in London like the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye, to hidden gems tucked away in quiet streets, there is always something new to discover. Whether you are planning a full day of London sightseeing tours, looking for the best things to see in London with the family, or searching for things to do in London on a tight budget, this page has everything in one place. Compare live ticket prices, check availability, and book directly with trusted partners. No extra fees, no detours, just London at its best.
Top Attractions in London
The British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, London Eye,
St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, The Shard,
Hyde Park, and Covent Garden are London’s essential sights. Each
offers a different side of the city’s history, architecture, and
culture. Compare tickets and book skip-the-queue access on our
SEE booking tool.
The British Museum consistently leads in visitor numbers, welcoming
over 6 million visitors annually. Entry to the permanent collection
is free, including iconic exhibits like the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian
mummies. Find tickets for special exhibitions on our
SEE page.
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, London Eye, and
Trafalgar Square offer the perfect introduction to London’s royal,
historic, and modern highlights. For a seamless first visit, book a
private sightseeing tour with Chauffeurz
to cover all the highlights in one day without queuing or navigating
public transport with luggage.
London sparkles after dark at The Shard’s viewing platform, the
South Bank riverside, illuminated Tower Bridge, and Covent Garden’s
buzzing nightlife. Sky Garden offers
free panoramic night views
if booked in advance. For a stylish evening out, arrive and depart in
comfort with
Chauffeurz evening transfers.
A 3 to 5 day trip allows enough time to cover London’s major
attractions, enjoy a Thames cruise, visit key museums, and explore
unique neighbourhoods. For a more efficient experience, a
private guided tour
can cover in one day what would otherwise take three, with no
queuing or transport hassle. Compare tour options on our
SEE page.
Beyond the tourist trail, discover God’s Own Junkyard for neon art
in Walthamstow, Neal’s Yard for its colourful courtyard in Covent
Garden, Little Venice for canalside strolls, and the Brunel Museum
in Rotherhithe which houses the world’s first tunnel shaft beneath
the Thames. Find hidden gem tours on our
SEE booking comparison.
Free Attractions and Museums
The National Gallery, Tate Modern, British Museum, Natural History
Museum, and Science Museum are all free to enter daily. Outdoors,
Hyde Park, Regent’s Park, and the South Bank riverside walk are
also completely free. Read our full guide:
22 Free Museums in London.
The British Museum, Science Museum, Natural History Museum,
National Gallery, Victoria and Albert Museum, Tate Modern,
Tate Britain, and the Imperial War Museum all offer free
permanent collections. Some special exhibitions carry an
admission charge. Find them all on our
SEE attractions page.
Yes — general admission to the Natural History Museum is
completely free every day of the year. Optional charges apply
for special temporary exhibitions such as the popular Wildlife
Photographer of the Year display. The museum is located in
South Kensington, Zone 1.
Tate Modern, Tate Britain, the National Gallery, the National
Portrait Gallery, and the Serpentine Galleries all offer free
access to world-class permanent art collections. Tate Modern
on the South Bank also offers stunning views of St Paul’s
Cathedral across the Thames. Compare paid exhibition tickets
on our SEE page.
Yes — the Museum of London, Imperial War Museum, Museum of
London Docklands, and the Churchill War Rooms (paid) all offer
rich historical experiences. The
Imperial War Museum
is free and particularly impressive for families and history
enthusiasts.
Guided Tours and Experiences
London offers walking tours, hop-on hop-off bus tours, Thames
river cruises, ghost tours, cycling tours, and private chauffeur
sightseeing experiences. Compare all tour types and book directly
on our SEE booking tool
with live availability from GetYourGuide, Viator, and other
trusted partners.
Absolutely — guided tours reveal hidden history, provide local
stories, and often include skip-the-queue access at popular
landmarks like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace.
For the most personalised experience, a
private chauffeur tour with Chauffeurz
covers all highlights at your own pace.
Big Bus London and The Original Tour are the most popular options,
covering all major attractions with multilingual audio guides.
Both offer 24 and 48 hour passes with unlimited boarding. Compare
prices and inclusions on our
SEE booking comparison
and read our guide:
Hop-On Hop-Off London: 7 Brilliant Reasons to Ride.
Yes —
Chauffeurz Premium Services
offers fully customised private sightseeing tours in executive
vehicles with professional drivers. Ideal for families, couples,
or business visitors who want to see London at their own pace
without queues or public transport. Book directly on our
SEE page.
For families or groups of 3 or more, private tours often work out
comparable in cost to multiple individual tickets plus transport,
while offering far greater flexibility, privacy, and comfort.
Chauffeurz
provides executive vehicles including the Mercedes V-Class for
larger groups.
Iconic Landmarks
A full rotation on the London Eye takes approximately 30 minutes,
offering sweeping views of Big Ben, Westminster, and the Thames.
It is particularly spectacular at sunset and at night. Book
fast-track tickets in advance on our
SEE ticket comparison
to skip queues of up to an hour during peak season. Read our guide:
London Eye Tickets: 12 Reasons Not to Miss It.
Yes — the State Rooms are open to visitors during summer months
(typically July to September) with a tour duration of around
2 to 2.5 hours including the State Rooms, garden walks, and the
Royal Mews on select dates. Book tickets well in advance as
availability is limited. Compare tickets on our
SEE page.
Definitely — the Tower of London is one of the city’s most
captivating landmarks, home to the Crown Jewels and the famous
Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters). Allocate at least 2 to 3 hours to
explore the grounds, towers, and medieval exhibits properly.
Compare tickets on our
SEE booking tool.
Yes — The View from The Shard at levels 68 to 72 offers 360-degree
panoramic views across London, stretching up to 64km on a clear day.
It is one of London’s most popular paid viewpoints and particularly
stunning at night. Book tickets in advance on our
SEE comparison tool.
The Changing of the Guard takes place at Buckingham Palace at
around 11am on select days, and daily at Horse Guards Parade in
Whitehall. The ceremony is free to watch but crowds gather early.
Arrive at least 45 minutes before for a good viewing position, or
book a
private guided tour
that includes the ceremony as part of a full London day.
Sky Garden at 20 Fenchurch Street offers free panoramic views of
Tower Bridge, The Shard, St Paul’s Cathedral, and the Thames from
the 35th floor. Tickets must be booked in advance on the
Sky Garden website
and are released several weeks ahead. A great free alternative to
The View from The Shard.
UK residents can book guided tours of the Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben)
via the
UK Parliament website.
Overseas visitors can admire the tower from Parliament Square or
take a river cruise past the Houses of Parliament for the best
photographic views.
Thames River Cruises
Options include hop-on hop-off City Cruises, luxury dinner cruises,
speedboat experiences, and Thames Clipper commuter services. Most
sightseeing cruises depart from Westminster Pier, Tower Pier, or
London Eye Pier. Compare all cruise options and book on our
SEE page.
Yes — a Thames cruise provides unique waterside views of Tower
Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Houses of Parliament, and the
Tate Modern that are impossible to get from street level. Evening
dinner cruises are particularly popular for couples. Compare and
book on our SEE booking tool.
Day Trips from London
Yes — Windsor Castle is about 45 minutes from London Paddington
by Great Western Railway train. Alternatively, book a comfortable
private day trip transfer with Chauffeurz
for door-to-door service. The castle houses the State Apartments,
St George’s Chapel, and Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House. Compare tickets
on our SEE page.
Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace, Hever Castle in Kent, and
Leeds Castle in Kent are the top royal and historic properties
within easy reach of London. Hampton Court is famous for its
Tudor kitchens, gardens, and hedge maze. All are reachable by
train or by
private transfer with Chauffeurz.
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Bath, Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, and
the Cotswolds are the most popular day trips from London. Most are
reachable in 1 to 2 hours by train or private transfer. Compare
guided day trip options on our
SEE booking page
or book a
private day trip with Chauffeurz
for maximum flexibility.
Seasonal and Special Experiences
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, the Oxford Street Christmas lights,
Covent Garden’s giant decorated tree, ice skating at Somerset House,
and the Southbank Christmas Market are London’s essential festive
experiences. Most are free to enter with paid options for ice
skating and rides. Compare Christmas experience tickets on our
SEE page.
Yes — Rooftop Film Club hosts screenings across several London
rooftop venues, and Somerset House hosts its popular summer
cinema series in the courtyard. Luna Cinema also screens films
at various outdoor London locations including Hampton Court Palace.
Compare tickets on our
SEE experiences page.
The Lion King, Les Miserables, and Wicked are long-running West End
classics. Hamilton, The Phantom of the Opera, and Mamma Mia are also
perennial favourites. Book in advance for the best seats and prices
on our SEE ticket comparison
which aggregates availability from trusted theatre booking partners.
Sunset rides on the London Eye, romantic Thames dinner cruises,
rooftop cocktails at Sky Garden or Madison, and evening walks
along the South Bank are London’s most romantic experiences.
For a truly special evening, combine with a
private evening chauffeur transfer
for a seamless night out. Compare couple experience tickets on our
SEE page.
The SEA LIFE London Aquarium, Natural History Museum, Science Museum,
Harry Potter Studio Tour, and hop-on hop-off bus tours are London’s
top family experiences. The Southbank Centre offers free family
activities in summer. Compare family tickets on our
SEE booking tool.
Views and Photography
The View from The Shard, Sky Garden, Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park,
and the Tate Modern’s Blavatnik Building viewing level all offer
exceptional skyline photography spots. Primrose Hill and Greenwich
Park are completely free. Compare paid viewpoint tickets on our
SEE page.
Potters Fields Park by City Hall offers the classic Tower Bridge
photograph from the south bank. For an elevated view, the
Tower Bridge Exhibition
lets you walk across the glass-floor walkway 42 metres above the
Thames. River cruises passing underneath also provide unique angles.
Yes — St Paul’s Cathedral is one of London’s most spectacular
buildings. Climb the Whispering Gallery, Stone Gallery, and Golden
Gallery for breathtaking 360-degree views across London. The crypt
contains the tombs of Nelson and Wellington. Compare admission
tickets on our SEE page.
Parks and Green Spaces
Hyde Park, Regent’s Park, St James’s Park, Hampstead Heath, and
Greenwich Park are London’s finest green spaces — all free to
enter. Hyde Park hosts events year-round including Winter
Wonderland. St James’s Park offers the best views of Buckingham
Palace. Greenwich Park has panoramic skyline views from the
Royal Observatory hill.
Absolutely — Hampstead Heath offers 790 acres of open parkland,
mixed bathing ponds, and Parliament Hill with one of the best
free panoramic views of the London skyline. It is a beloved local
escape from the city and a 20-minute Tube ride from Zone 1.
A perfect half-day addition to any London itinerary.
