The Hunterian Museum
John Hunter (1728-1793) was a surgeon and an anatomist and from whom the museum takes its name. The name the name is not instantly recognisable, nor does it give any clue as to what the building contains. But, if you knew what lurked behind its doors, well… If you are one of the many who [...]
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The Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Rooms
Winston Spencer Churchill has perhaps one of the most recognisable faces and voices in British history. The Churchill museum was established in 1968 and since then it has been offering visitors the chance to learn about this iconic figure. World Influence The museum sponsors a regular international Churchill Conference with aims to use the experience [...]
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London Aquarium
Over 600 different species of fascinating marine life are waiting for you to discover them in this state of the art aquarium facility, deep in the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities. The London Aquarium is split between 14 different zones, each representing a different marine environment from rock pools to the ocean [...]
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Covent Garden
Perhaps one of the most popular tourist attractions in London, most visitors make sure that they pay at least one visit to this historic area of the city. Originally the largest fruit and vegetable market in the whole of England Covent Garden is now home to bars, restaurants, shops and a fabulous eclectic market. History [...]
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The Hunterian Museum
John Hunter (1728-1793) was a surgeon and an anatomist and from whom the museum takes its name. The name the name is not instantly recognisable, nor does it give any clue as to what the building contains. But, if you knew what lurked behind its doors, well… If you are one of the many who [...]
The Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Rooms
Winston Spencer Churchill has perhaps one of the most recognisable faces and voices in British history. The Churchill museum was established in 1968 and since then it has been offering visitors the chance to learn about this iconic figure. World Influence The museum sponsors a regular international Churchill Conference with aims to use the experience [...]
London Aquarium
Over 600 different species of fascinating marine life are waiting for you to discover them in this state of the art aquarium facility, deep in the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities. The London Aquarium is split between 14 different zones, each representing a different marine environment from rock pools to the ocean [...]
Covent Garden
Perhaps one of the most popular tourist attractions in London, most visitors make sure that they pay at least one visit to this historic area of the city. Originally the largest fruit and vegetable market in the whole of England Covent Garden is now home to bars, restaurants, shops and a fabulous eclectic market. History [...]
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