Upon landing in London, prepare to be overwhelmed by all of it's unique and entertaining sights. But there are certain activities that are just absolute "Must See" when visiting England's capital city. So before you start booking flights to London, be sure to check out these popular activities which are representative of this truly iconic city.
The largest Ferris wheel in all of Europe is undoubtedly the quickest way to check out all of London's major attractions. The London Eye is the world’s largest observation wheel, standing at nearly 443 feet high. It provides a 30-minute, slow-moving "flight" over London and offers up a simply brilliant view of the city. You can even enjoy the sights with a glass of champagne in one of the private capsules.
One of the most famous images of England is without a doubt the Changing of the Guards. This hugely popular attraction draws dozens of tourists and locals alike, which stand patiently to witness this daily royal routine take place in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace. Briefly the procedure involves the new guard taking over duties from the old guard - however it is accompanied by lots of pomp, guard bands, military music and the ceremony of changing of the guard.
There might not be a more romantic way to sightsee the city of London than to take a guided tour along the River Thames. If the ride on this majestic river wasn't enough, the opportunity to see landmarks like the Houses of Parliament, London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Tate Modern, Greenwich Observatory and many more is an opportunity that one cannot miss while in this amazing city.
Britain's busiest high street and London's best known shopping area is full of the largest branches of the nation's most popular shops. The street is dotted with major department stores and numerous brand's flagship stores. The Oxford Street is every shopper's paradise and is a great place to max out your credit card on your next visit to London
The red phone box is a symbol of Britain. Although cell phones are now the main way in which we communicate while on the road, these sheltered red kiosks are still a great place for that perfect photo opp. Visitors who want to go a step further, and even bug their friends back home, might want to dial them up and exclaim "London Calling."
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