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Many consider London the gateway to Europe, its history and culture make it as one "the" places to visit in Europe.

The purpose of this web site is to assist those who plan to visit London and want to know what to do and see. We have attempted to break up the best places to visit in different groups based on areas within London. Each of these areas is covered in a "walk" which will take you through the streets of London as well as into many of the interesting sites.

General Information

London is the capital city of the United Kingdom. It is located in the south east of England on he River Thames. The City of London and the 32 boroughs that surround it make up what is known as the Greater area of London. It cover in area approximately, 1,580 square kilometres or 620 square miles. The 13 inner boroughs are Camden, Hackney, Hammersmith, Fulham, Haringey, Islington Kensington, Chelsea, Lambeth, Lewisham, Newham, Southwark, Tower Hamlets, Wandsworth and the City of Westminster.


Parade Ground of the Horse Guards

The population of London is about 7 million people, with the vast majority of these residing in outer London.

Walks


Big Ben and Parliament

 Westminster - Located on the western side of London on the banks of the Thames you will find Westminster. Famous landmarks here include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Number 10 Downing Street ( the official residence of the British Prime Minister ), and Westminster Abbey.



Limits of City of London

 Thames - Take a stroll along the River Thames from Westminster to Tower Bridge. Many of London's most famous landmarks can be found here.



Tower Bridge over the Thames

 Tower - take an in-depth tour of the Tower of London. Get all the information about this most historic of all London's attractions. Our tour will show you all the best sights of the Tower but also tell you about the history of London's most famous building.



 Museum - Containing some of the world's finest examples of ancient antiques from all over the world, the British Museum is something not to be missed. Take our tour from top to bottom and you won't miss a thing ! 



Horse Guard on parade

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