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Big Ben, Nelson’s Column, the Tower of London and Abbey Road; every corner in London has a tale to tell.

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university. 

Visit this cathedral to learn about the history behind London’s most iconic church and its Baroque dome that overlooks the city.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Big Ben, Nelson’s Column, the Tower of London and Abbey Road; every corner in London has a tale to tell.

Enjoy some of the best views of the London skyline from this historic borough. One of the city\'s oldest neighborhoods is home to many of its top attractions. 

Engage with London’s politics in this innovative building that is shaped like a slanted egg made almost entirely of glass.

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Scotland’s capital is filled with attractive landmarks, parks and gardens, and hosts cultural festivals that draw millions of visitors each year.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Part of a 16th-century estate with ties to the English Civil War, this park has a range of grasslands, meadows and gardens straddling the River Thames.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

A gateway to the Scottish Highlands, this city is filled with ancient architecture, modern museums and blooming gardens.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.