LONDON

THE TOP 10
London’s most popular attractions
compiled according to the latest available
visitor numbers from London & Partners
2
1
3
10
9
8
1 The British Museum
The famous museum houses treasures including
the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies.
2 The National Gallery
Priceless European art belonging to the nation. See
works by Botticelli, da Vinci, Van Gogh and more.
3 Natural History Museum
Explore the natural world, including a diplodocus
skeleton, prehistoric fossils and taxidermy.
4 Tate Modern
This former power station in Bankside houses
a globally recognised modern art collection.
5 Coca-Cola London Eye
Experience the full glory of the capital from the
London Eye. On a clear day, you can see for 40km.
6 Science Museum
Interactive scientific fun for kids of all ages, boasting
everything from rockets to steam engines.
7 Victoria and Albert Museum
Incredible historic artefacts that span more than
3,000 years and include art, sculpture and fashion.
8 Tower of London
The 900-year-old guarded fortress, home to kings
and prisoners for centuries, is said to be haunted.
9 Royal Museums Greenwich
Seas and stars at the National Maritime Museum,
Cutty Sark, Queen’s House and Royal Observatory.
10 Madame Tussauds
See amazingly lifelike wax figures of famous
people, from the Queen to Hollywood stars.
7
5
4
6
THE QUEEN AT MADAME TUSSAUDS COURTESY OF MADAME TUSSAUDS; ALL OTHER IMAGES © ISTOCK
6 | LONDON PLANNER