Best Places to Visit in London

London -- the capital of UK -- is one of those ancient cities, which has an august tradition with a rich cultural history. Situated on the banks of the Thames, London is one of the major centers of trade and commerce in the world, besides being home to a variety of arts, media, entertainment and cultural centers, not to mention the numerous species of wild animals and plants which thrive here.

There are several museums which capture the rich tradition of London. If you are thinking of visiting London during Christmas, there are several things to do in London at Christmas like visiting the Hyde Park and Snow Ball Bungee Dome where you can enjoy the food and music, besides the art and cultural programs. The following paragraphs would give you an idea of some of the best places to visit in London, so that you can have a nice time during your stay in the city. Before traveling, don't forget to go through the London hotels guide, so that you can enjoy a comfortable stay there.

Tourist Attractions in London

There are several places in London where you don't need to pay anything for visiting. Moreover, you also opt to get a London pass (of course for a particular amount), and visit a particular number of tourist attractions. There are some places for which you don't need to pay anything, and some of them are listed below:

British Museum
The British Museum, set up in 1753, is one of those museums which showcases paintings and drawings drawn and painted by famous painters from around the world. Some of the renowned works include sculptures from the Parthenon, the Sutton Hoo and Mildenhall treasures, Portland Vase and the Rosetta Stone. Moreover, there are several guided tours and gallery tours held every day, which you can go for.

Science Museum
The science museum is one of the best places for children to visit, where they can view some of the latest technologies like 3D movies and Stephenson's Rocket, besides special effects simulator. Though there are no charges for entering the museum, there are some exhibitions like IMAX 3D Cinema which have an entry fee.

Mudchute Farm and Park
Usually farms are located in the outskirts of cities, but The Mudchute Farm and Park is one of those farms which is situated at the center of the Isle of Dogs. It spans over an area of 34 acres and some of its specialties include farm animals, educational facilities and horse riding. Moreover, there are some rare varieties of plants which are found in this park.

Places that Teenagers would Enjoy Visiting

If you are a teenager, and love to visit places rich in natural beauty or places of historical importance, here are a few:

Tower of London
Situated on the north of River Thames, the London Tower symbolizes the conquest of England and subsequent oppression by the Norman rulers. The castle was built by William the Conqueror and served as an adobe for the kings of the past.

Big Ben
The great bell of the clock commonly called The Big Ben, an iconic landmark of the city, is one of the top 10 London attractions situated towards the north of The Palace of Westminster. The name Big Ben comes from a huge bell which is found in the clock tower. There's a special light above the clock which lights up whenever the British parliament is in session.

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Set up by Marie Tussaud, the great wax sculptor, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum is one of the top 10 places to visit in London. The museum is famous for wax figures of several royal and historical figures, besides sports personalities and film stars.

HMS Belfast
If you want to know about the military might of Britain, you should visit the HMS Belfast, an armored warship which served the Royal British Navy during the Second World War and the Korean Wars. The ship was severely damaged during the Second World War, but was repaired and recommissioned into the Navy later on. Here you can take a look at the kind of technology used during those wars, besides the kind of arms and ammunition used by the Navy.

London Zoo
The London Zoo is one of those attractions where teenagers as well as old people enjoy the most. It's one of the oldest scientific zoos found throughout the world and is home to 650 species of wild animals. some of the uncommon animals found in the zoo includes gorilla, giraffes and hunting dogs, besides various species of monkeys.

So, these were some of the best places you may visit while in London. There are many more, but these are places which you should never miss. There are lot's you can do and go around to spend your time with family and friends fruitfully.