Travel through time at London's
Transport Museum: It's London's people, it's trams, underground
trains, buses, and more. It's a hands-on moving experience right in
the heart of Covent Garden. There's something for everyone, from
special exhibitions, interactives for the children, videos, actors
telling the story of the capital's public transport, a chance to
drive a Tube train on one of our simulators, to film shows, guided
tours and gallery talks. Monday-Sunday: 10.00-18.00 Friday:
11.00-18.00 (Last admission: 17.15) Closed: 24-26 December
Covent Garden Piazza, London , WC2
Phone: 020 7565 7299 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Battersea Park
Children's Zoo
Battersea Park is situated on the
south bank of the Thames and is one of London's most beautiful and
interesting open spaces, with a variety of trees and wildlife. The
Children's Zoo, located in the north of the park, has been specially
designed with children in mind. You can see monkeys, otters,
reptiles, red squirrels, pygmy goats and go for a ride on a pony.
The zoo also has a range of excellent facilities for children,
including a play area, carousel, gift shop and café. 12 April–28
September 2003: Daily 10.00–17.00 1 October–April 2004: Saturday &
Sunday only: 11.00- 15.00 Closed: 22-23 December
Battersea Park, London, SW11
Phone: 020 8871 7540 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Catamaran Cruisers
Discover the heart of London with a
memorable sight-seeing cruise. Cruise along the River Thames and
enjoy breathtaking views of some of London’s best loved attractions.
Key sites include: The Houses of Parliament, London Eye, Tower
Bridge, The Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral and Shakespeare’s
Globe. The London Pass offers you a choice of cruises. Try the
50-minute multi- lingual circular cruise with musical enhancements,
which departs from Waterloo, Embankment and Westminster Piers.
Waterloo: From 10.40 until 16.45 (every 45 minutes) Embankment: From
10.30 until 16.30 (every 45 minutes) Circular Cruises: Departs from
Embankment (hourly from 10.25-18-15 except 13.15) Waterloo Pier
(hourly from 10.45-17.45 except 14.45) Westminster Pier (hourly from
12.00-17.00 except 16.00)
Embankment Pier, Victoria Embankment,, London , WC2
Phone: 020 7987 1185 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Chelsea FC Stadium
Tour
Chelsea Football Club is the largest
football club in London and has enjoyed a great deal of success over
the course of the last 25 years. The tour allows you to see behind
the scenes of the club. You will visit the changing rooms and have
the opportunity to have your picture taken next to your favourite
player’s shirt. Tours daily, Monday–Friday: 11.00, 13.00 and 15.00
non match days only Saturday and Sunday: 12.00–14.00
Chelsea Village, Fulham Road, , London ,
Phone: 0870 603 0005 *Discount: Free with the London card
Chislehurst Caves
Miles of mystery and history beneath
your feet. Just a short way from central London lie the Chislehurst
Caves - over 20 miles of dark mysterious passageways hewn by hand
from the chalk, deep beneath Chislehurst. Experienced guides take
you on a 45-minute lamp-lit tour and tell stories of Druids, Romans
& Saxons. You’ll see the tunnels which were famous as a shelter
during the Second World War, the caves church, druid altar, haunted
pool and much, much more. Wednesday-Sunday: 10.00-16.00 Closed 24 -
26 Dec
Old Hill, Chislehurst, Kent , BR7
Phone: 020 8467 3264 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Chiswick House
Designed and built by Lord Burlington
in the 1720s, Chiswick House is internationally recognised as one of
the finest English buildings inspired by the architecture of
classical Rome. When you have enjoyed the lavish interiors, you can
step outside and admire the superb Italianate gardens. 2 April–30
September 2003: Daily: 10.00-18.00 1 October–31 October 2003: Daily:
10.00-17.00 Closed: 1 November-2 April 2003: May be closed from
15.30 on Saturdays for wedding receptions
Burlington Lane, London, W4
Phone: 020 8995 0508 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Courtauld Institute
Gallery
The Courtauld Institute Gallery has
one of the most important collections in Britain, including
world-famous Old Master and Impressionist and Post-Impressionist
paintings, together with sculpture and applied arts. It is a
spectacular art collection located in Somerset House – a magnificent
Thames side buildingMonday-Friday: 10.00–18.00 (last admission
17.15)
Somerset House, Strand, London,
Phone: 020 7848 2526 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Curzon Mayfair
The Curzon Mayfair is an exclusive,
luxury cinema. Stylish and cosmopolitan, it reflects the highest
standards of British and international art-house and independent
films. Recently voted by readers of Time Out as one of London's Top
20 cinemas, it offers 550 luxury seats, Dolby sound and one of the
largest screens in London complemented by a fully licensed bar and a
wide range of refreshments. Box Office: Open daily from 15 mins
prior to first performance until 15 mins after last performance
commences.
38 Curzon Street, Mayfair, London, W1
Phone: 020 7495 0500 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Curzon Soho
The Curzon Soho was recently voted as
London's Number One cinema by readers of Time Out. Showing a
broad-range of art-house films and situated in London's cosmopolitan
Soho district, the cinema's three screens are equipped with Dolby
THX sound, ample leg-room and excellent screen visibility. There is
also a café at street-level with free entry at all times and a fully
licensed bar for ticketholders. Booking Line: Daily: 12.00-18.00 Box
Office: Open daily, 12.00 until 15 mins after last performance
commences
ShaftesburyAvenue, Soho,, London , W1
Phone: 020 7734 2255 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Cutty Sark
When launched in 1869, the Cutty Sark
was at the pinnacle of sailing ship technology, with one important
mission: to bring back the season's first tea crop! Now dry-docked
in maritime Greenwich, a world heritage site, you can see how her
beautiful streamlined shape helped her to become the fastest ship of
her type. Inside is a collection of carved ships, figureheads and
displays telling the illustrious story of the Cutty Sark. Daily:
10.00-17.00 Closed: 24-26 December
Gardens,King William Walk, Greenwich,, London , SE10
Phone: 020 8858 3445 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Eton College
Eton College, founded in 1440 by King
Henry VI, is one of the oldest schools in the country. The historic
buildings of this foundation are an integral part of the British
Isles and many famous people, including 19 prime ministers and royal
princes have been educated here! Ordinary admission includes the
school yard, college chapel and the Museum of Eton Life where a
short video shows life at Eton today. Open: 27 March–22 April 2003:
10.30–16.30 23 April–27 June 2003: 14.00–16.30 28 June–2 September
2003: 10.30–16.30 3 Sept–5 October 2003: 14.00–16.30 Closed: 28
March, 17 June
Eton College, Windsor,Berkshire,
Phone: 01753 671177 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Eltham Palace
In 1933 Stephen Courtauld -
millionaire, war veteran and patron of the arts - chose Eltham as
the setting for a breathtaking new home. He built a modern,
fashionable residence around the Great Hall of a medieval Royal
Palace. The result is a masterpiece of Art Deco design which
dramatically shows the glamour and allure of 1930s style. The unique
interiors are complemented by a stunning mixture of formal and
informal moated gardens. 29 March–30 September 2002:
Wednesday-Friday & Sundays 10.00-18.00 1 October–31 October 2002:
Wednesday-Friday & Sunday: 10.00-17.00 1 November-30 March 2003:
Wednesday-Friday & Sunday: 10.00-16.00 Open: bank holidays Closed:
23 December-1 February 2003
Court Yard, London, SE9
Phone: 020 8294 2548 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Estorick Collection of
Modern Italian Art
Situated in fashionable Islington, the
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art was formed by art dealer
Eric Estorick and his wife Salome, a textile designer and
businesswoman. The collection is internationally famous for its
Futurist masterpieces, as well as paintings by Giorgio de Chirico
and Modigliani. The collection also has temporary exhibitions, a
bookshop, library and an Italian café in a garden setting.
Wednesday–Saturday: 11.00–18.00 Sunday: 12.00–17.00 Closed: 23
December–8 January 2004 18 April, 20 April, Mondays & Tuesdays
39a Canonbury Square,, London , N1
Phone: 020 7704 9522 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Fan Museum
Located in the heart of Greenwich is
the world’s only museum dedicated to every aspect of the fan.
Beautifully restored 18th-century buildings house a collection of
over 3,000 fans from around the world, dating from the 11th century
onwards. Linking the buildings is an orangery with a spectacular
hand-painted mural, overlooking a delightful garden. Contemporary
Fans: 4 February–1 June 2003 Fanfare for the Sun King: 3 June–21
September 2003. Tuesday-Saturday: 11.00-17.00 Sunday: 12.00-17.00
Closed: Mondays (except bank holiday Mondays) 25 December
12 Crooms HillGreenwich, London , SE10
Phone: 020 8858 7879 *Discount: Free with the London card
Fenton House
A late 17th-century house with an
outstanding collection of porcelain, 17th- century needlework
pictures, Georgian furniture and early keyboard instruments, most of
which are in working order. The delightful walled garden includes
fine displays of roses, an orchard and a vegetable garden. 1
March–30 March 2003: Saturday & Sunday: 14.00–17.00 2 April–2
November 2003: Wednesday–Friday: 14.00–17.00 Saturday & Sunday:
11.00–17.00
3 Hampstead Grove , Hampstead, , NW3
Phone: 020 7435 3471 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Firepower Royal
Artillery Museum
Explore the science of artillery from
slingshot to supergun, and the stories of the men and women who
served the guns. Find out the facts and figures using interactive
touch screens, put theory into practice in the hands-on gallery and
have a go on the hi-tech rifle simulator. The centrepiece is the
dramatic ground- shaking Field of Fire. Relive the experiences of
gunners in the 20th century, in war and peacetime. Field of Fire’s
powerful sights and sounds immerse you in the reality of life as a
gunner. November–March: Friday-Sunday: 11.00–17.00 April–October:
Wednesday-Sunday: 10.30–17.00
FirePower, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, , London ,
Phone: 020 8855 7755 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Firstbowl Queensway
Firstbowl Queensway is the centre of
pure entertainment located conveniently in Central London within 100
yards of Queensway and Bayswater Tube stations*. The centre, packed
with exciting activities, features a brand new ice rink, 12 lanes of
full size ten pin bowling, 50 of the latest hi- tech video games,
amusements, licensed bar** and Wimpy restaurant. *If travelling by
car NCP car parks are located directly opposite Firstbowl and nearby
on Bayswater Road. **The bar is only available to members, bowlers
and ice rink customers. Monday–Saturday: 10.00–18.00 Sunday:
10.00–18.00 Skating: Monday-Sunday: 10.00-14.00 Closed: 25 December
17 Queensway, , London , W2
Phone: 020 7229 0172 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Firstbowl Queensway
Firstbowl Queensway is the centre of
pure entertainment located conveniently in Central London within 100
yards of Queensway and Bayswater Tube stations*. The centre, packed
with exciting activities, features a brand new ice rink, 12 lanes of
full size ten pin bowling, 50 of the latest hi- tech video games,
amusements, licensed bar** and Wimpy restaurant. *If travelling by
car NCP car parks are located directly opposite Firstbowl and nearby
on Bayswater Road. **The bar is only available to members, bowlers
and ice rink customers. Monday–Saturday: 10.00–18.00 Sunday:
10.00–18.00 Skating: Monday-Sunday: 10.00-14.00 Closed: 25 December
17 Queensway, , London , W2
Phone: 020 7229 0172 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Florence Nightingale
Museum
Florence Nightingale is famous around
the world for her influence on modern nursing. Her reputation is
well deserved. Now is your opportunity to find out why. Take a trip
through the life of a remarkable Victorian woman, and discover how
she was not only a nurse, but a passionate statistician, writer,
educationalist and hospital planner. Personal artefacts, a life-size
reconstruction of a Crimean ward scene and a 20-minute audio-visual
presentation join together to reveal the hidden person, from a
serious and solitary child to an internationally recognised figure.
Monday-Friday: 10.00-17.00 Saturday, Sunday: 11.30-16.30 (last
admission: 1 hour before closing) Closed: Good Friday, Easter Sunday
& 24 December-2 January 2004
(on the site of St Thomas' Hospital), 2 Lambeth Palace Road , London
, SE1
Phone: 020 7620 0374 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Hampton Court Palace
Home to some of Britain's most famous
kings and queens and the setting for many great events during nearly
500 years of royal history. Don't miss The Royal Stamp Collection,
from 22 May - 4 June the palace plays host to the Royal Philatelic
Collection - the most comprehensive collection in the world of
postage stamps. Floral Crowns will be erected in the beautiful
setting of the palace's formal gardens between May - September to
celebrate the Golden Jubilee. 27 October - 29 March 2003 Mondays:
10.15-16.30 Tuesday - Sunday: 09.30-15.30 (last admission: 17.15) 30
March - 26 October Mondays: 10.15-18.00 Tuesday - Sunday:
09.30-18.00 (last admission: 17.45) Closed: 24-26 December
Phone: 0870 752 77 77 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
HMS Belfast
Launched in 1938, HMS Belfast was the
Royal Navy’s biggest and most powerful warship during the Second
World War, with a crew of over 950 officers and men. Today she is a
unique floating museum offering a fascinating glimpse of naval life.
You can explore her nine decks including the massive boiler and
engine rooms, operate the anti-aircraft guns and experience what
life was like for those on board. November-February: 10.00-17.00
(last admission: 16.15) March-October: 10.00-18.00 (last admission:
17.15) Closed: 24-26 December
Morgan's LaneTooley St, London , SE1
Phone: 020 7940 6300 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Institute of
Contemporary Arts
The ICA is a centre of innovation,
developing and presenting new and challenging work across the arts.
Housed in an elegant Regency building, it is unrivalled in London as
the hub of contemporary culture. You can encounter the work of
emerging artists, experience live events and club nights, watch the
most important films, and browse in the bookshop. If all of this
gets too much, you can relax in the late bar and café. Galleries:
daily: 12.00–19.30 Cinemas: daily: 12.00–22.30
Nash House, The Mall, London , SW1
Phone: 020 7930 3647 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Jason's Canal Boat
Trip
Take a trip along the beautiful
Regent's Canal in a traditional narrow-boat. Starting at Little
Venice the cruise follows the canal through Regent's Park to Camden
Town. You may go one way (45mins), stop over (catch a later boat
back) or a straight return (1hr 30mins). April-May:
10.30/12.30/14.30 June, July & August: 10.20/12.30/14.30 (16.30 trip
at weekends and Bank holidays only) Sept: 10.30/12.30/14.30 Oct:
12.30/14.30
Jason's Wharf, Blomfield Roadopposite 60), Little Venice,, London ,
W9 2PD
Phone: 020 7286 3428 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Jewel Tower
Edward III had the Jewel Tower built
c.1365 to house his personal treasures, with a moat dug around it
for extra protection. It is virtually unaltered today, and is one of
only two complete buildings remaining from the medieval Palace of
Westminster. Administrated by English Heritage, the Jewel Tower now
houses the exhibition Parliament Past and Present. 1 April–30
September 2003: Daily: 10.00-18.00 1 October –31 October 2003:
Daily: 10.00-17.00 1 November–31 March 2004: Daily: 10.00-16.00
Closed: 24-26 December 1 January
Abingdon Street,, London , SW1
Phone: 020 7222 2219 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Jewish Museum (Finchley)
The Jewish Museum, Finchley, has
lively social history displays tracing Jewish immigration and
settlement in London with hands-on activities for children. Step
back in time to view reconstructions of tailoring and furniture
workshops from the Jewish East End. There is also a moving
exhibition about a London- born Holocaust survivor, Leon Greenman,
in the Holocaust Education Gallery. Monday-Thursday: 10.30-17.00
Sunday: 10.30-16.30 (last admission: half hour before closing)
Closed: Friday, Saturday, Jewish Festivals & Public Holiday
Weekends, 24 December-4 January. Closed Sundays during August.
The Sternberg Centre,80 East End Road, Finchley,, London , N3
Phone: 020 8349 1143 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Kensington Palace and
The Orangery
From 23 May 2002-18 April 2004 a
spectacular exhibition celebrating hats, handbags and other
accessories belonging to HM Queen Elizabeth II will be shown at
Kensington Palace State Apartments. From headdresses worn by the
young Princess Elizabeth to the more recent creations, the
exhibition will feature items associated with significant moments in
Her Majesty's life and Reign. Open every day: 1 March-31 October
2003 Daily: 10.00-18.00 (last admission 17.00) The Orangery:
10.00-18.00 1 November - 28 February 2004 Daily: 10.00-17.00 (last
admission 16.00) The Orangery: 10.00-17.00 Closed: 24-26 December
Kensington Palace, Kensington Palace Gardens,, London , W8
Phone: 0870 751 51 70 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Kenwood House
Housed inside a majestic Palladian
villa, remodelled by Robert Adam, is an internationally recognised
collection of paintings including the 'Guitar Player' by Vermeer and
Rembrandt's 'Self Portrait'. The house and the fabulous landscaped
grounds are free to visit. Relax in the award winning Brew House
Café and take time to enjoy magnificent views over London's skyline.
29 March-30 September 2003: Daily: 10.00-18.00 1 October-31 October
2003: Daily: 10.00-17.00 1 November-31 March 2003: Daily:
10.00-16.00 On Wednesdays and Fridays the house opens at 10.30
Closed: 24-26 December 1 January 2004
Hampstead Lane, , London , NW3
Phone: 020 8348 1286 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
London Aquarium
Situated in County Hall on the South
Bank of the Thames is the London Aquarium one of Europe's largest
and most spectacular displays of aquatic life. The London Aquarium's
aim is to promote knowledge of the world's aquatic environments
through a series of displays based on the oceans of the world - the
huge Pacific Ocean exhibit contains a collection of sharks and
stingrays in over one million litres of water. Daily: 10.00-18.00 24
December: 10:00-15.00 26 December: 10:00-18.00 31 December:
10:00-15.00 (last admission: 1 hour before closing) Late closing in
the summer. Phone for details. Closed: 25 December
County HallRiverside Building, Westminster , London , SE1
Phone: 020 7967 8000 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
London Bicycle Tour
Company
See London by bicycle with the London
Bicycle Tour Company. Take a mountain bike or traditional cycle and
experience a guided tour exploring London. The expert guides will
stop at intervals to speak about the history of the surroundings.
All routes have been designed to keep you away from the traffic.
Helmets and insurance are included. Monday-Sunday: 10.00-18.00
Tours: Saturday & Sunday: 14.00 Closed: 25-26 December, 1 January
2004
1A Gabriels Wharf, 56 Upper Ground,, London , SE1
Phone: 020 7928 6838 *Discount: Free with the Lndon visitor card
London Wetland Centre
One of Europe’s most ambitious and
exciting wildlife projects was opened by WWT in the spring of 2000.
London Wetland Centre, created out of a disused Victorian reservoir
site adjacent to the Thames, is now a haven for wildfowl and other
wetland wildlife. Explore the lakes, ponds and marshes using the 3.4
kilometres of pathway and bridges. Visit the Visitor Centre to view
the monitors relaying pictures via CCTV links and learn more about
wetlands through touch-screen computers. The site has 99% wheelchair
accessibility. Monday-Sunday: 09.30-18.00 until 26 October (last
admission: 17.00) Monday-Sunday: 9.30-17.00 from 27 October (last
admission: 16.00) Closed: 25 December
Queen Elizabeth Walk,Barnes,, London , SW13
Phone: 020 8409 4400 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
London Zoo
In the heart of Regent's Park is
London Zoo, a 36 acre conservation centre which houses more than 650
species. London Zoo's animal collection includes invertebrates,
reptiles, fish, birds, and small and large mammals such as lions,
tigers, gorillas, giraffes and bears. The event programme entertains
all year round - don’t miss the amazing Animals in Action display,
where the finest leaping, climbing and flying stars show off their
skills. Daily: 10.00–17.30 (last admission: 15.00) Closed: 25
December
Regent's Park, London , NW1
Phone: 020 7722 3333 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Marble Hill House
Set in 66 acres of peaceful gardens,
Marble Hill House is a beautiful English Palladian villa. The house
was built in 1724-9 for Henrietta Howard, mistress of George II. A
tour of the house will give you an impression of the lavish
entertaining that occurred in its extravagantly gilded rooms. The
history of Marble Hill is further brought to life with a free audio
tour and a fascinating video on the house and its inhabitants. 1
April–30 September 2003: Wednesday-Sunday & Bank Holidays:
10.00-18.00 1 October–31 October 2003: Wednesday-Sunday: 10.00-17.00
Closed: 1 November-31 March 2003
Richmond Road,, Twickenham , TW1
Phone: 020 8892 5115 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Osterley Park House
In 1562 Sir Thomas Gresham, financial
adviser to Elizabeth l, created ‘a fair and stately building of
brick’ at Osterley. In 1761 the founders of Child’s Bank
commissioned the fashionable Scottish architect Robert Adam to
transform Gresham’s crumbling mansion into an elegant neo-classical
villa. This was the Child’s house in the country, created for
entertainment and to impress their friends. Today, set in a 350-acre
oasis in the heart of urban London, Osterley contains one of the
country’s most complete examples of Adam’s work, including superb
ceilings, carpets and furniture. 1 March–30 March 2003: Saturday &
Sundays only: 13.00–16.30 2 April–2 November 2003: Wednesday–Sunday
& bank holidays: 13.00–16.30
Isleworth, Middlesex ,
Phone: 020 8232 5050 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Richmond Filmhouse
Situated by the Thames in the west of
London, the Richmond Filmhouse is an excellent venue in which to see
the very best of British and international art-house and independent
film. Box Office: Open daily from 30 mins prior to first performance
until 15 mins after final performance begins
3 Water Lane, Richmond, , Surrey , TW9
Phone: 020 8332 0030 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Royal Botanic Gardens,
Kew
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew grows
more species in its 300 acres than any other garden in the world and
has a long and distinguished royal history. Experience the
magnificent glasshouses displaying a wide range of plants from the
rainforest to the desert. Wander through Kew and discover
inspiration at every corner. 31 March-31 August: Monday-Friday:
9.30-18.30 Weekends & Bank Holidays: 9.30-19.30 1 September-25
October: Daily: 9.30-18.00 Closed: 25 December 2003, 1 January 2004
Richmond, , Surrey , TW9
Phone: 020 8332 5655 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Royal Mews
The Royal Mews is a working department
of the Royal Household and a living part of Britain’s heritage. The
Mews is responsible for all road travel arrangements for the Royal
Family, by horse-drawn carriage or car. Visitors are able to see the
state carriages and cars used at all state occasions, including
coronations, state visits, royal weddings and the State Opening of
Parliament. There is a tour that shows how the Mews serves the Queen
in the performance of her official duties. 1 March–31 October:
11.00–16.00 (last admission: 15.15) During August and September the
Mews are open Monday-Saturday 10.00-17.00 (last admission: 16.15)
Buckingham Palace Road,, London , SW1
Phone: 020 7321 2233 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Shakespeares Globe
Theatre Tour and Exhibition
Shakespeare’s Globe was founded by the
pioneering American actor and director Sam Wanamaker and has become
one of London’s most successful theatres and top visitor
attractions. The theatre is a faithful reconstruction of the 1599
open-air playhouse where Shakespeare wrote many of his greatest
plays. Resident storytellers introduce visitors to all aspects of
the Globe, historical and contemporary, including Sam Wanamaker’s
epic struggle to recreate the theatre for which Shakespeare wrote
many of his works. October–April: Daily: 10.00–17.00 May–September:
Monday: 9.00–17.00 Tuesday–Saturday: 9.00–12.30 Sunday: 9.00–11.30
Closed: 24 & 25 December
21 New Globe Walk Bankside, , London ,
Phone: 020 7902 1500 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Shri Swaminarayan
Mandir
Enjoy hours of discovery and quiet at
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, a masterpiece of exotic design and
workmanship that rises above London's skyline. Ancient Indian art
and traditions have been encompassed in this house of worship that
has won accolades the world over. Deities and motifs spring from the
walls, ceilings and windows, representing the sacred faith and
beliefs of a people that date back over 8,500 years. The huge
dioramas and panels lead you through a journey of discovery into the
origins, values and beliefs of Hinduism. Daily: 09.00-18.00 Last
admission: 17.30
105-119 Brentfield Road,Neasden, , London, NW10
Phone: 020 8965 2651 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Southwark Cathedral
Southwark Cathedral lies on the south
of the Thames in the Bankside area, near Shakespeare's Globe
Theatre. It is the oldest Gothic building in London. A place of
worship for over 1000 years, the interior features monuments to
William Shakespeare and John Harvard. The Refectory Café with
riverside courtyard, gift shop, interactive exhibition - The Long
View of London and a soundalive audio tour of the cathedral,
narrated by Prunella Scales, Timothy West, Tommy Steele and Zoë
Wanamaker. Daily: 08.00-18.00 Shop & Exhibition: 10.00-17.30
(closed: 25 December & Good Friday)
Montague Close, , London , SE1
Phone: 020 7367 6700 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral is Sir Christopher
Wren's masterpiece, built between 1675 and 1708 to replace the
previous cathedral destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666.
The huge and elegant dome dominates the skyline of the City and
gives panoramic views over London. Inside you can see the majestic
interior and enjoy the unique acoustics of the Whispering Gallery.
The crypt contains tombs and memorials of historic figures,
including Lord Nelson and Lawrence of Arabia. Monday-Saturday:
08.30-17.00 (last admission: 16.00) Visiting times may vary due to
services & special events. Shop & Crypt Cafe: Monday-Saturday:
9.00-17.00 Closed: 25 December and Sundays
St Paul's Churchyard,, London , EC4
Phone: 020 7246 8348 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Stepping Out Walks
Stepping Out offers guided walks in
London that help you explore the capital in an original and
entertaining way. The wide range of walks covers many major
attractions as well as aspects of “hidden” London that few tourists
get to know. Walks include: The Historic Covent Garden, Fire, Fish
and Foul Murder and Literary London. Groups are medium size,
enabling you to see and hear the enthusiastic and knowledgeable
guides. Closed: 26-27 December
Walks start at a convenient transport point, please ring ,
Phone: 020 8881 2933 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Thames Barrier
Information & Learning Centre
The Thames Barrier is a unique
structure, built to protect London against tidal surges. At a width
of 520m and as high as a five-storey building, the barrier is a
triumph of modern engineering. The Information Centre describes the
construction and operation of the barrier, with video, displays,
models and computer software to navigate on. April–September 2003
10.30–16.30 October–March 2003 11.00–15.30 Closed: 24 December–2
January 2004
Thames Barrier Visitors Centre1 Unity Way, Woolwich, London , SE18
Phone: 020 8305 4188 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
The Tower of London
For over 900 years the Tower has
dominated the city of London and today is still one of the capital's
most prominent landmarks and a world famous visitor attraction.
Throughout its long history the Tower has served as a royal palace
and fortress, prison and place of execution, an arsenal, royal mint,
menagerie and jewel house. Discover its long and eventful history,
its buildings and collections including the Crown Jewels and Royal
Armouries. 1 March-31 October: Monday-Saturday: 09.00-18.00 Sunday:
10.00-18.00 1 November-28 February: Tuesday-Saturday: 09.00-17.00
Sunday-Monday: 10.00-17.00 (last admission 16.00) Closed: 24-26
December 1 January 2004
TowerHill, , London, EC3
Phone: 0870 756 60 60 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
The Queens Gallery
The Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace
which re-opened in 2002 as one of the key events of the Golden
Jubilee provides a year-round showcase for displays from the Royal
Collection. Exhibitions in 2003 include Highlights from the ‘Royal
Treasures’ (until 1 February 2004), a selection of outstanding works
drawn from nine royal residences, Leonardo da Vinci; ‘The Divine and
the Grotesque’ (9 May–9 November 2003) and ‘Fabergé’ (21 November
2003– 7 March 2004). Daily: 10.00–17.30 (last admission: 16.30)
Entry is by timed-ticket – Pass holders must obtain a gallery ticket
from the ticket desk Closed: 18 April 2003 25 & 26 December 2003
Buckingham Palace Road, , London,
Phone: 020 020 7766 7301 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card.
The Wernher Collection
at Ranger’s House
Ranger’s House, an elegant red-brick
villa on the edge of Greenwich Park, is the new home of the Wernher
Collection – a magnificent collection of international importance
that brings together an astounding array of paintings and works of
art. These works of art were purchased by Sir Julius Wernher for
whom collecting was a life-long passion. Each beautifully crafted
object reveals much about Sir Julius’s eclectic taste, and his place
within the collecting world of the nouveaux riches in late 19th
century London. 19 June–30 September 2002: Wednesday–Sunday,
10.00–18.00 1 October–31 October 2002: Wednesday–Sunday, 10.00–17.00
1 November–30 March 2003: Wednesday–Sunday, 10.00–16.00 Open: Bank
holidays Closed: 24 December– 4 March 2003
Ranger’s House,Chesterfield Walk Blackheath, , London , SE10
Phone: 020 8853 0035 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Wellington Arch
London’s famous landmark at Hyde Park
Corner was recently saved from ruin and returned to its full glory
by English Heritage. From viewing platforms beneath the Arch’s
magnificent sculpture (Peace descending on the Chariot of War),
exceptional views of the surrounding parks and the London skyline
can be seen from high above the swirling traffic. It is a great
place to watch the mounted Horse Guards, which pass between its
majestic columns every day. Exhibitions inside tell of the Arch’s
fascinating history and introduce the statues and memorials of
London. 29 March–30 September 2003: Wednesday-Sundays & Bank
Holidays: 10.00-18.00 1 October–31 October 2003: Wednesday-Sunday:
10.00-17.00 1 November-30 March 2004: Wednesday-Sundays: 10.00-16.00
Closed: 24-26 December 1 January 2004
Hyde Park , Corner, , W1
Phone: 020 7930 2726 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Wimbledon Tour
Experience
Experience behind-the-scenes tours of
the grounds led by Blue Badge Guides they include the Fred Perry
statue, No.1 Court, the Water Gardens and Centre Court, as well as
giving access to areas out-of- bounds even during The Championships,
such as the Millennium Building and Press Interview room. The tour
cost includes entrance to the museum itself which contains tennis
memorabilia and the original trophies. Tour meeting point is at the
museum shop. Daily: 10.30–17.00 Closed: 24–26 December 2003, 1 Jan
2004 Closed to non-tournament visitors during Championships No tours
16 June–13 July 2003
The All England Lawn Tennis& Croquet Club, Church Road Wimbledon,,
London , SW1
Phone: 020 8946 6131 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Windsor Castle
900 years ago Windsor Castle was built
for William the Conqueror to guard the Western approach to London.
Today the castle is still a working palace and is opened as much as
Royal commitments allow. The areas destroyed by the fire in 1992
have been completely restored including the splendid St George's
Hall. March-October: 09.45 - 17.15 (last admission: 16.00) November
- February: 09.45 - 16.15 (last admission: 15.00) Closed: 29 March,
17 June, 25 & 26 December Changing of the Guard: April-June:
Monday-Saturday: 11.00 July-March: 11.00 on Alternate days
(exceptions of Sundays
Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire ,
Phone: 01753 831 118 *Discount: Free with the London visitor card
Bagelmania
Bagelmania offers a wide selection of
flavoured bagels topped with the freshest ingredients to bring you
the perfect bagel sandwich every time. All bagels and sandwiches are
baked and freshly prepared on the premises throughout the day. Try
our unique and wide range of bagels and gourmet coffees and we're
sure you'll become a bagelmaniac too!
41 Lexington St, London W182 Charing Cross Rd, , London , WC2
*Special Offer: The
London Pass offers a free coffee with the purchase of any bagel.
Blewcoat School
National Trust Shop
Built in 1709 by a local brewer to
provide an education for poor children and in use as a school until
1926. It is now the National Trust London Gift Shop and Information
Centre. The shop offers a wide range of related merchandise, much of
which is exclusive to the National Trust. The London Pass offers a
20% discount in the shop. Make sure you visit other National Trust
properties, Fenton House, (P 46) and Osterley Park House, (P 48)
with your London Pass. Monday–Wednesday & Friday: 10.00–5.30
Thursday: 10.00–19.00 15 November–20 December: Saturday: 10.00–16.00
Closed: Bank Holidays
23 Caxton Street, Westminster, , London ,
Phone: 020 7222 2877 *Discount: 20% Plus
discount
French Brothers River
Cruise
Make the most of your visit to Windsor
and enjoy a 35-minute river cruise. The journey takes you upstream
to Boveney Lock and returns with views of Windsor Castle, Eton
College, Mill House, Windsor Race course and Brocas Meadows. Boat
turns at Boveney Lock and Weir. A printed leaflet is included giving
historical and other information about the river and its
surroundings. Easter–October: Daily: Every half hour from 11.00
until 17.00 and then by demand.
Barry Avenue ,
Phone: 01753 851 900 *Discount:
The London Pass offers a 20% discount on a cruise.
Les Misérables
Indisputably the world's most popular
musical, Les Misérables sweeps its audience through an epic tale of
passion and destruction, against the background of a nation in the
grip of revolution. (Palace Theatre) Mid-week matinee and selected
evenings Monday-Thursday (check with box office for times)
Palace Theatre, Shaftesbury Ave,, W1
*Special Offer: £10
off top two ticket prices mid-week matinee and selected evenings
Mon–Thurs (check with box office for times)
My Fair Lady
Based on George Bernard Shaw's 1914
play 'Pygmalion', My Fair Lady tells the story of an opinionated
linguistics professor and confirmed bachelor, Henry Higgins, who
makes a wager with a colleague that within six months he can
transform a cockney flower seller, Eliza Doolittle, into a lady who
can take her place in high society. He wins the bet but does not
bargain on the profound effect Eliza has on has on his life.
Mid-week matinee and selected evenings Monday-Thursday (check with
box office for times) MY FAIR LADY WILL BE CLOSING ON 30 AUGUST 2003
£10 off top two ticket prices mid-week matinee and selected evenings
Mon–Thurs (check with box office for times)
My Fair Lady, Theatre Royal,Drury Lane, , London , WC2B
The Phantom of the
Opera
The legendary original production of
this spectacular and haunting musical, with some of the most lavish
sets, costumes and special effects ever created for the stage.
Mid-week matinee and selected evenings Monday-Thursday (check with
box office for times)
Her Majesty’s Theatre, Haymarket, , WC2
*Special Offer: £10
off top two ticket prices mid-week matinee and selected evenings
Mon–Thurs (check with box office for times)
F1 City
Located in London's Docklands, F1 City
is an outdoor go-karting track where you can hire a kart and
participate in an exhilarating experience. Your London Pass gives
you free or discounted racing at certain times of the day, a full
track safety briefing, freshly laundered race suits, full tuition,
safety equipment and insurance. The friendly and professional staff
will help you get the most from your visit. You must be over 4 ft 8
in/1.42m in height. Daily: 10.00-18.00/19.00 Closed: 24-26 & 31
December, 1 January 2004 Free three laps practice karting during set
sessions from Monday-Friday (please telephone for availability). -
10% discounted karting between 14.00-16.00 from Monday-Friday
(please telephone for availability).
F1 City, Airport Roundabout, Connaught Bridge, Royal Victoria Dock,
, London , E16
Phone: 020 7476 5678
London Brass Rubbing
Centre
Take home one of the six kings and
queens from Britain’s past, for jubilee year. Discover the simple
craft of brass rubbing - using specialist materials with help from
friendly staff - and make a family memento of the age of chivalry.
Knights, damsels, unicorns and celtic patterns complete the picture
alongside the historic treasure-trove gift shop. Monday-Saturday:
10.00-18.00 Sunday: 12.00-18.00 Closed: 25 December & Good Friday
St Martin-in-the-Fields Church, Trafalgar Square, , London , WC2
Phone: 020 7930 9306 *Special Offer: The
London Pass offers £4.50 off your brass rubbing.
Namco Station
It's an action-packed pleasuredome of
entertainment. Experience the ultimate in mind- blowing interactive
entertainment on three levels. From Techno Bowling to Shooting Pool,
plus all the latest and greatest video games and simulators
including Downhill Skiing, Skateboarding, Cyber- Cycles, Grand Prix
Racing, Martial Arts, Jet- Skiing, Soccer, Horse Racing and much
more in one vast circular arena. Daily: 10.00-00.00 Closed: 25
December
Namco Station, County Hall, Riverside Building, South Bank,, London
, SE1
Phone: 020 7967 1066 *Special Offer:
Admission to Namco Station is FREE The London Pass entitles you to 6
free games tokens for use of games and bumper car rides
National Portrait
Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery is home
to the largest collection of portraiture in the world featuring
famous British men and women who have created history from the
Middle Ages until the present day. Over 1,000 portraits are on
display across the floors from Henry V111 and Florence Nightingale
to the Beatles and the Queen. Monday-Wednesday & Weekends:
10.00-17.50 Thursday & Friday: 10.00-20.50 Closed: 24-26 December 1
January 2004 & Good Friday
St Martin's Place,, London , WC2H
Phone: 020 7312 2463 *Special Offer:
Admission to the National Portrait Gallery is FREE The London Pass
gives you free entry to exhibition or, between shows, a free
souvenir guide
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