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Sightseeing in London Tower of London Throughout its long history the Tower Of London has been England's most feared castle, a place of execution, torture and imprisonment -- its nickname "The Bloody Tower" says it all! It is definitely a must see on a sightseeing tour of London . However, during its colourful past the London Tower has also been a Royal Palace, an arsenal, a fortress, the royal mint, a menagerie, a jewel house, and now a major tourist site. London visitors can discover its long and eventful history, its buildings and collections -- Tower Of London prices include access to the Crown Jewels exhibition and Royal Armouries. Take look at the Tower Of London on the map and you'll notice it's close to Tower Bridge where London Pass holders can get into the Tower Bridge Exhibition for free. Other attractions in the area offering free entry to pass holders include Southwark Cathedral, HMS Belfast and the Old Operating Theatre, Museum and Herb Garret (at London Bridge). Get free Tower Of London tickets and 20% discount off food and drink purchases in the New Armouries Cafe in the Tower Of London with London Pass. As one of the most famous castles in the world, Tower Of London tickets normally cost £16.00 for an adult ticket and £9.50 for children making this one of the best savings on London attractions to be had for pass holders. For over 900 years the Tower Of London has dominated the city of London -- no surprise then that it is one of the capital's most prominent landmarks and an essential place to visit if you're on the London sightseeing trail. Throughout its long history the Tower Of London has been England's most feared castle, a place of execution, torture and imprisonment -- its nickname "The Bloody Tower" says it all! It is definitely a must see on a sightseeing tour of London . However, during its colourful past the London Tower has also been a Royal Palace, an arsenal, a fortress, the royal mint, a menagerie, a jewel house, and now a major tourist site. London visitors can discover its long and eventful history, its buildings and collections -- Tower Of London prices include access to the Crown Jewels exhibition and Royal Armouries. Take look at the Tower Of London on the map and you'll notice it's close to Tower Bridge where London Pass holders can get into the Tower Bridge Exhibition for free.
Tower Bridge
At the Tower Bridge Exhibition you can enjoy the breathtaking views from the high-level walkways (an exhilarating tour, as long as you don't suffer from vertigo!) learn about the history of the Bridge and how it was built. Interactive displays and videos provide an entertaining and informative guide to Tower Bridge in London and its place in the history of the River Thames.
St. Paul's Cathedral Experience the majesty and glory of St Paul's Cathedral for free with London Pass. Pass holders are entitled to free admission, 20% discount in the Refectory Restaurant after 2pm and 10% discount on purchases over £10 in value in the London Cathedral shop in the crypt and the Domus shop in the Cathedral Courtyard. Built between 1675 and 1710, St Paul's Cathedral is widely considered to be crowning achievement of the glittering career of Sir Christopher Wren. Its iconic dome dominates the London skyline and visitors with a head for heights can climb the 530 steps (85 metres) from the Cathedral floor to the Golden Gallery for breathtaking, panoramic views of the capital. St Paul's Cathedral's is probably the most magnificent of all London church tours. The Whispering Gallery at this London cathedral is famous for its acoustics and is 30 metres above the cathedral floor, while below, in the elegant and spacious crypt, are the tombs and memorials of such historical luminaries as Admiral Lord Nelson and the Duke Of Wellington. A £40 million programme of cleaning and repair work to coincide with the 300th anniversary of St Paul's Cathedral has transformed the interior of the building. London visitors to the cathedral can see the difference created, with the creamy Portland stone, dazzling Byzantine-style mosaics and highly intricate carving that the cleaning has revealed.
Windsor Castle Free Windsor Castle tickets for London Pass holders -- entry to one of the UK's most visited attractions costs absolutely nothing for holders of the leading London sightseeing pass. Windsor Castle prices are normally £14.20 for an adult and £8.00 for a child making a visit to this wonderful historic building one of our best savings. A must see for London visitors, Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and has been the official residence of the British sovereign for over 900 years. The magnificent State Apartments are lavishly furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection, including masterpieces by Rubens, Holbein, Brueghel and Van Dyck. Windsor Castle tickets also include entry to St George's Chapel, the site of the marriage of Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones in 1999. London visitors unfamiliar with the geography of the city may find it difficult to find Windsor Castle on a map of the capital -- Windsor is a short train journey from London stations including Vauxhall or Paddington -- visit our "Getting Around" section for more details on travel in and around the city.
Royal Albert Hall You can experience the excitement inside one of the most famous performing arts venues in the world on a free tour of Royal Albert Hall in Kensington with the London Pass (normal adult price of entry is £7.50). Holders are also entitled to 10% discount on selected items in the shop. Highly trained and knowledgeable guides lead these tours of the Royal Albert Hall in London, giving you the inside story of both front-of-house and behind-the-scenes at this magnificent historic building. With up to six tours a day from Friday to Tuesday there's always a tour to suit you. Opened in 1871 the Royal Albert Hall London is one of the capital's most prestigious historic buildings and tourist attractions . It has been the scene of over 150,000 performances including the celebrated BBC Proms. The Royal Albert Hall recently launched Family tours of the hall. Suitable for children over seven, these tours are an exciting and informative way to experience the Albert Hall, London and learn about one of the most famous entertainment venues in the world -- contact the venue for more details. It's worth bearing in mind that the Royal Albert Hall is located close to London's main museums: the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the V&A. If you're planning a day out with London Pass remember that you can also get free entry to Kensington Palace nearby -- or why not take advantage of our special offers at Harrods, a short walk from the Albert Hall toward Knightsbridge?
Hampton Court Palace Visit Henry VIII's astonishing Thameside palace with its world famous gardens for free with London Pass -- but don't get lost in the maze. Hampton Court Palace is one of the most breathtaking of all the London palaces -- the fantastic riverside location, awe-inspiring gardens and incredible works of art make this a must-see attraction for any London visitors interested in experiencing the sheer grandeur of the British monarchy at its most powerful. Originally established by Cardinal Wolsey and extended by Henry VIII (who spent the equivalent of £18 million making this into the most lavish London palace of its day), Hampton Court , London (not to be confused with Hampton Court in Herefordshire) combines Tudor influence with the later baroque additions of William III and Mary II. While the art collections and gardens are renowned, Hampton Court Palace is also a leading centre for study into food in history. On the first weekend of every month at Hampton Palace you can experience the sights, sounds and smells of the great Tudor kitchens as historians recreate the dishes prepared for Henry VIII (a monarch famed for his many appetites!) and experiment with the delicacies of the day.
Museum of London Representing a quarter of a million years of history and over seven million modern Londoners, the Museum Of London provides a unique overview of this constantly evolving city -- a city that many consider to be the best in the world. While entry to the general public is free, London Pass holders can get free entry to special exhibitions at this London museum; the normal cost of an adult ticket is £5. One of our most popular London attractions among tourists , the Museum Of London is the only museum in the capital to focus on the history of this astonishing, ever-changing city. During your visit to the London museum you'll discover the origins of the city, how London survived Viking invasions, a Great Fire and two World Wars -- and learn about some of the settlers who have influenced its architecture, society and culture including the Romans and the Saxons. Permanent exhibitions at this London museum include "London Before London" which explores the story of the Thames Valley and the people who lived there from 450,000 BC to the founding of Londinium in AD50 and "Medieval London" which covers 1000 years of London history from the Anglo-Saxons to Henry VIII. This is certainly a must see for any London tourist . The Museum Of London is located on London Wall close to Barbican, Moorgate and St Paul's Underground Stations -- if you're in the area why not pay a visit to St Paul's Cathedral, arguably Christopher Wren's finest building? Entry to this and many other historic buildings in the capital is free to London Pass holders.
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For over 900 years the Tower Of London has dominated the city of London -- no surprise then that it is one of the capital's most prominent landmarks and an essential place to visit if you're on the London sightseeing trail. 
This is the official London residence of HM Queen Elizabeth II. After being developed from a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703, the palace eventually became the official royal palace of the British monarch in 1837 and is now the world's largest "working" royal palace.