Cynthia's Must Visits in London
Sightseeing
Also known as Elizabeth Tower, the nickname Big Ben was given to this majestic riverside clock due to its large stature. Reaching over 96 metres, this 158 year old tower is one of the iconic landmarks of the city. Although now its bells are being upgraded alongside its interior, the bell would chime hourly; giving Londoner’s a great way to know the time. This incredible tower was created by famous architect Augustus Pugin as part of Charles Barry’s designs for Westminster Palace.
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Big Ben
Also known as Elizabeth Tower, the nickname Big Ben was given to this majestic riverside clock due to its large stature. Reaching over 96 metres, this 158 year old tower is one of the iconic landmarks of the city. Although now its bells are being upgraded alongside its interior, the bell would chime hourly; giving Londoner’s a great way to know the time. This incredible tower was created by famous architect Augustus Pugin as part of Charles Barry’s designs for Westminster Palace.
With a formal title of Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster, the abbey is located next to the Houses of Parliament and was built in the Gothic style in the year 960 before being rebuilt after the dissolution of the Monasteries’ in 1517. The abbey is known for being the “Royal Peculiar”, making it the direct church of the reigning monarch. This has led to it being the main site of all coronations for the English Monarchy and is also the wedding place of many of the British Royal Family.
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Palace of Westminster
With a formal title of Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster, the abbey is located next to the Houses of Parliament and was built in the Gothic style in the year 960 before being rebuilt after the dissolution of the Monasteries’ in 1517. The abbey is known for being the “Royal Peculiar”, making it the direct church of the reigning monarch. This has led to it being the main site of all coronations for the English Monarchy and is also the wedding place of many of the British Royal Family.
Get a bird’s eye view of the city of London and soak in the view over the River Thames. For a Romantic Gesture, hire out 1 capsule, bring some champagne and glasses and truly enjoy the company of your partner why hundreds of feet above ground with the beautiful view of London in sight. Add a dash of rose petals to make it even more special.
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Ojo de Londres
Get a bird’s eye view of the city of London and soak in the view over the River Thames. For a Romantic Gesture, hire out 1 capsule, bring some champagne and glasses and truly enjoy the company of your partner why hundreds of feet above ground with the beautiful view of London in sight. Add a dash of rose petals to make it even more special.
Another London river landmark, the Tower Bridge is the famous drawbridge over the River Thames. The suspension bridge was built between the years 1886 and 1894. Not to be confused with London Bridge located near South Bank; Tower Bridge is white and blue coloured and consists of two bridge towers. The bridge is also open to tours from the public, with public walkways along the top, taking you to a giddy height of 65 metres above the river.
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Puente de la Torre
Tower Bridge RoadAnother London river landmark, the Tower Bridge is the famous drawbridge over the River Thames. The suspension bridge was built between the years 1886 and 1894. Not to be confused with London Bridge located near South Bank; Tower Bridge is white and blue coloured and consists of two bridge towers. The bridge is also open to tours from the public, with public walkways along the top, taking you to a giddy height of 65 metres above the river.
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly CircusHome to the iconic Nelsons Column, Trafalgar Square is one of the most famous squares in the entire city. Playing host to the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery, the Square has been a landmark since the 13th century. The four lion stature in the centre guards Nelson’s Column in the centre of the square whilst the fourth plinth has held examples of contemporary art since 1999. The square is also famous for its Christmas time decorations and for often being the rallying point for many peaceful protests over the years.
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Trafalgar Square (Stop B) station
Home to the iconic Nelsons Column, Trafalgar Square is one of the most famous squares in the entire city. Playing host to the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery, the Square has been a landmark since the 13th century. The four lion stature in the centre guards Nelson’s Column in the centre of the square whilst the fourth plinth has held examples of contemporary art since 1999. The square is also famous for its Christmas time decorations and for often being the rallying point for many peaceful protests over the years.
This Anglican Cathedral was founded in AD 604 in memory of Paul the Apostle but the cathedral as it stands today was created in the 17th century. Based on Ludgate Hill in Central London, this grade I listed building is a popular tourist attraction due to the amount of coronations, royal weddings and notable funerals which have taken place. Among the notable events at the cathedral is the funeral of Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher as well as the wedding of Charles and Diana.
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Catedral de San Pablo
This Anglican Cathedral was founded in AD 604 in memory of Paul the Apostle but the cathedral as it stands today was created in the 17th century. Based on Ludgate Hill in Central London, this grade I listed building is a popular tourist attraction due to the amount of coronations, royal weddings and notable funerals which have taken place. Among the notable events at the cathedral is the funeral of Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher as well as the wedding of Charles and Diana.
La Galería Nacional
Trafalgar SquareBased near Baker Street and the Paddington area of London, Madame Tussauds wax works is one of the most popular tourist attractions of the city. One of the many Madame Tussauds wax museums created by the famous wax sculptor, the London branch plays host to special exhibitions relating to the opening of films such as Sherlock Holmes and King Kong as well as permanent life like replicas of famous figures from pop culture and from throughout history. These include the likes of Albert Einstein, Brad Pitt and even Hugh Bonneville. The museum is a perfect place to get that selfie you’ve always wanted with your celebrity hero.
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Madame Tussauds Londres
Marylebone RoadBased near Baker Street and the Paddington area of London, Madame Tussauds wax works is one of the most popular tourist attractions of the city. One of the many Madame Tussauds wax museums created by the famous wax sculptor, the London branch plays host to special exhibitions relating to the opening of films such as Sherlock Holmes and King Kong as well as permanent life like replicas of famous figures from pop culture and from throughout history. These include the likes of Albert Einstein, Brad Pitt and even Hugh Bonneville. The museum is a perfect place to get that selfie you’ve always wanted with your celebrity hero.
The beautiful Kyoto Garden is an oasis of calm in the heart of Kensington’s Holland Park. The charming Garden is nestled in Holland Park and even features a roaming muster of peacocks (yes, that is the collective noun for a group of peacocks, just in case you were wondering). This unexpected slice of Japanese zen, incidentally, also happens to be exceptionally Instagrammable.
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Jardín de Kyoto
Holland Park AvenueThe beautiful Kyoto Garden is an oasis of calm in the heart of Kensington’s Holland Park. The charming Garden is nestled in Holland Park and even features a roaming muster of peacocks (yes, that is the collective noun for a group of peacocks, just in case you were wondering). This unexpected slice of Japanese zen, incidentally, also happens to be exceptionally Instagrammable.
Best Attraction for Kids
Traveling with kids, check out this category for the most exciting places to take your kids for a fun and adventure filled day.
Let the youngsters live their dreams as they experiment with different careers at KidZania, an indoor city run by kids. Watch on as they fight a fire, present the weather forecast, host a radio show or even perform dentist duties in this exciting taster of adult life.
Tickets from £16.00
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KidZania Londres
1 Ariel WayLet the youngsters live their dreams as they experiment with different careers at KidZania, an indoor city run by kids. Watch on as they fight a fire, present the weather forecast, host a radio show or even perform dentist duties in this exciting taster of adult life.
Tickets from £16.00
See, hear and smell the adventure as you explore over 10 fairytale themed live shows. You'll start by boarding the magical flying bus before teaming up with Puss in Boots, Princess Fiona and Donkey (plus more!) on a magical adventure to meet Shrek!
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La aventura de Shrek en Londres
Westminster Bridge RoadSee, hear and smell the adventure as you explore over 10 fairytale themed live shows. You'll start by boarding the magical flying bus before teaming up with Puss in Boots, Princess Fiona and Donkey (plus more!) on a magical adventure to meet Shrek!
Treat the kids to a day out at London Zoo, where they can spot more than 750 species of animals. Watch the fascinating creatures at feeding time or marvel at aquatic penguin shows as they swim under water. You can also enjoy this animal paradise during special seasonal events.
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ZSL London Zoo
Outer CircleTreat the kids to a day out at London Zoo, where they can spot more than 750 species of animals. Watch the fascinating creatures at feeding time or marvel at aquatic penguin shows as they swim under water. You can also enjoy this animal paradise during special seasonal events.
Discover an underwater world in the centre of London at mesmerising SEA LIFE London aquarium. Face the sharks as you walk across a glass floor, learn all about vibrant coral kingdoms and even find Nemo's relatives – the clownfish.
Tickets from £27.00
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SEA LIFE Centre London Acuario
Westminster Bridge RoadDiscover an underwater world in the centre of London at mesmerising SEA LIFE London aquarium. Face the sharks as you walk across a glass floor, learn all about vibrant coral kingdoms and even find Nemo's relatives – the clownfish.
Tickets from £27.00
Beaches Near London
London might be famous for its city life but if you are looking for some seaside adventures, here is a list of some beaches just a few miles from London
Southend-on-Sea is a resort town on the Thames Estuary in Essex, southeast England. Enjoy traditional seaside fun in the shape of award-winning beaches and family attractions from the world famous Pier and its mile long railway, Adventure Island fun park with its range of rides and rollercoasters, Sealife Adventure plus of course all the amusement arcades and the popular fountains on City Beach.
Groups can even have seaside parties in the summer with perfectly grilled bbq style food.
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Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea is a resort town on the Thames Estuary in Essex, southeast England. Enjoy traditional seaside fun in the shape of award-winning beaches and family attractions from the world famous Pier and its mile long railway, Adventure Island fun park with its range of rides and rollercoasters, Sealife Adventure plus of course all the amusement arcades and the popular fountains on City Beach.
Groups can even have seaside parties in the summer with perfectly grilled bbq style food.
Chalkwell Beach
Explore this beautiful white sand beach just under 2 hours train journey into Kent.
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Playa de Margate
Explore this beautiful white sand beach just under 2 hours train journey into Kent.
Food scene
This is one of my fave buffet restaurants, located in Ilford. It is a casual, modern venue with global options from teppanyaki grills to pizza, with cooking stations. And the food tastes great with loads of variety.
JRC Global Buffet Ilford
3-5 Winston WayThis is one of my fave buffet restaurants, located in Ilford. It is a casual, modern venue with global options from teppanyaki grills to pizza, with cooking stations. And the food tastes great with loads of variety.
Sometimes choosing a place to eat a delicious meal while you’re out is difficult, particularly if you’re with a large group and nobody can decide what they want to eat. In situations like this, why not pay a call to our all you can eat buffet at COSMO Romford – we are the perfect solution to all your needs.
The global menu at our Romford restaurant is proving to be a hit with families and foodies alike, especially because kids under 150cm eat for £7.99 at COSMO every day of the week. Enjoy sampling a range of small dishes from our tasting kitchen or choose a cuisine and taste everything it has to offer.
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COSMO World Buffet Restaurant | Romford
Romford ROC DriveSometimes choosing a place to eat a delicious meal while you’re out is difficult, particularly if you’re with a large group and nobody can decide what they want to eat. In situations like this, why not pay a call to our all you can eat buffet at COSMO Romford – we are the perfect solution to all your needs.
The global menu at our Romford restaurant is proving to be a hit with families and foodies alike, especially because kids under 150cm eat for £7.99 at COSMO every day of the week. Enjoy sampling a range of small dishes from our tasting kitchen or choose a cuisine and taste everything it has to offer.