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15 Things to Do in London

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The 15 most popular things to do in London. The landmarks, the river, the museums and the day trips that fill a first trip to the capital.

15 Things to Do in London

From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour - The Warner Bros Studio Tour Set-Up: How the 4 Hours Actually Plays

1.From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

Most Popular 4.7

London coach tour to the Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio: Diagon Alley, Gringotts, Hogwarts Express, movie sets, plus Windsor shopping.

“Very good information prior to and during the event. The Tour was amazing for any HP fan. Something for everyone! Staff was super positive and enthusiastic (almost) everywhere.”

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London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise - Why this Westminster-to-Greenwich cruise works so well

2.London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

4.5

Westminster to Greenwich Thames cruise with live English commentary, panoramic deck views, and a smartphone audioguide. Skip the ticket line.

“Overall, it was a great experience. The meeting point was easy to find and the instructions were clear and well organized. Our guide was entertaining, friendly, and had a great sense of humor, which made the cruise enjoyable and engaging. The views along the Thames were beautiful, especially if you arrive early to secure good…”

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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour - Borough Market energy and the Thames options that change the pace

3.Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

4.7

A 2.5-hour Harry Potter guided walk through real London spots, with House-sorting trivia, Diagon Alley scenes, and an optional Thames boat ride.

“My 8yo has been counting down the days to this tour, and it did not disappoint! Our guide, Luke, shared lots of fascinating information and the interactive nature of the tour kept us engaged and entertained from start to finish. Highly recommend.”

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London: Madame Tussauds London

London: Madame Tussauds London - Wax Celebrities Up Close: Why the Photos Feel Real

4.London: Madame Tussauds London

4.6

Madame Tussauds London brings lifelike wax stars, a Royal Balcony moment, Marvel 4D, Star Wars, and more in about 2.5 hours.

“It was awesome! It exceeded my expectations, After MANY famous figures, the Marvel and Star Wars experience complements very well”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour & Branded Bus

London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour & Branded Bus - Arriving at Warner Bros.: timing that keeps you from sprinting

London: St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

London: St Paul's Cathedral Entry Ticket - Getting in smoothly: location and the best starting points

7.London: St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

4.7

Climb St Paul’s Cathedral for dome views, guided insights, and included touchscreen multimedia. Marvel inside, then test the acoustics.

“What a stunning building. The audio tour is excellent Don’t miss the climb to the top if you can. Definitely worth the 550 steps!”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers

London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers - Transfer Day: The Coach Ride, Timing, and Comfort Reality

London: The View from The Shard

London: The View from The Shard - The Shard building: sculpted glass and what to notice as you climb

9.London: The View from The Shard

4.6

The Shard’s 72nd-floor viewpoint: 360° London views, multimedia history exhibits, flexible time, and drinks at the champagne bar.

“Wonderful experience, the views are amazing, the atmosphere great, spiced with the best offer in town for champagne!”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Meeting at Altab Ali Park and Starting Without Stress

10.London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

4.7

Jack the Ripper walking tour in Whitechapel. 2 hours with a Ripperologist guide, real crime-site stops, Victorian context, $25.

“Anna was a great tour guide, super friendly and informative. I knew nothing about Jack the Ripper and my husband is an expert and we both really enjoyed the tour! Would recommend.”

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London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket

London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket - London Eye: 135m up with real photo angles

Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket - Getting to Gate A at Buckingham Palace (and avoiding the wrong side)

12.Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

4.6

Tour Buckingham Palace State Rooms with an included multimedia guide, see Royal Collection masterpieces and Sèvres porcelain, then relax at the Garden Café.

“The visit itself was amazing — the palace is beautiful, and the State Rooms were full of history and elegance. The staff were friendly and well-organized, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. I especially loved walking through the gardens.Definitely worth visiting!”

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City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras - The app and how to use it without stress

London: Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off (Optional River Cruise)

London: Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off (Optional River Cruise) - Getting on at Stop 1: Yellow Route by Coventry Street (near Eurostar)

14.London: Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off (Optional River Cruise)

3.9

Tootbus hop-on hop-off London with optional Thames cruise: unlimited bus days, real-time app tracking, and 10-language audio for families.

“We totally enjoyed seeing the city on a toot bus, we had no issues with dealing with them. Would definitely recommend them, I only recommendation I would suggest is on the bus sign under TootBus write the route colour & number.”

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Windsor Castle Admission Ticket

Windsor Castle Admission Ticket - Getting Oriented Fast: Your Self-Guided Flow Inside the Castle

15.Windsor Castle Admission Ticket

4.7

Explore Windsor Castle with a self-guided multimedia guide, the Royal Collection State Apartments, and St George’s Chapel access.

“Windsor castle was lovely but sadly could not take photos inside. It is very easy to get to from the train station.”

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