Museum of London

Millions of people have flocked through the doors of London’s Madame Tussauds since it first opened more than 200 years ago. Add your name to the list and make your way up the red carpet to see all your favorite stars. The museum-style ropes and poles have gone, so you can truly get up close and personal with A-list celebrities, sporting legends, political heavyweights, and historical icons. Relive the moments and events that made the world take notice. Join your favorite celebrities at the ultimate party including Eddie Redmayne, Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hardy. Join the Royal Family on the iconic Buckingham Palace balcony, take a selfie with royal couple Harry and Meghan and meet Harry Styles. Explore the jungles of Kong: Skull Island with Tom Hiddleston as Captain James Conrad or hail a London cab for a journey through 400 years of the capital’s history. Then use the force to be transported to a galaxy far, far away and star in the action with the greats of the Star Wars universe.

Buy a London Explorer Pass® and get 2 to 7 credits to redeem against entry at 90+ top attractions, landmarks, museums and tours. With options including the Tower of London, Shakespeare's Globe, The View from the Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral and more, it's time to tick off your bucket list! Choose any 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions: Top attractions: • The View from the Shard • 2-day Hop-On-Hop-Off London Bus tour (Big Bus Tours) • Tower of London • Kensington Palace • Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition & Theatre Tour • St Paul’s Cathedral • City Cruises Thames River Pass • Tower Bridge • Westminster Abbey • The London Bridge Experience • London Zoo • And more! (see below) Valid for 30 days from first use, the Explorer Pass is perfect if you want to see the best of London but don't want to rush around. Visit an attraction, do some shopping then visit a museum - you can still save up to 50% vs buying individual attraction tickets. Use the free Go City app to plan your trip, reserve attractions where required and help you get around the city. For the best experience, follow the instructions on your booking confirmation to sync your Explorer Pass with the app. Full List of Attractions: Fun Activities and Tours: • Chessington World of Adventures • Up at the O2 • Brit Movie Tours • Brit Music Tours • Brit Icon Tours • Hop-on Hop-off Open Bus tour of Windsor • London Bicycle Tour Company - Bicycle Hire • Curzon Soho, Mayfair or Bloomsbury - Cinema Ticket • Swingers Crazy Golf (West End or City venues) • Sherlock: The Official Live Game • All Star Lanes (bowling) • The Dare Skywalk • Solve a Mystery: the Murder at Trafalgar Square • LEGOLAND Windsor Stadiums & Tours: • Chelsea FC Stadium Tour & Museum • Arsenal Stadium Tour • Tottenham Hotspur FC Stadium Tour • Wembley Stadium Tour • Twickenham Stadium Tour & World Rugby Museum • Kia Oval Ground Tour Food and Drink: • London Food Walking Tour • The Strand Cocktail at The Top Hat • The Chocolate Cocktail Club - One Free Cocktail • The Bermondsey Bierkeller • Fuller's Brewery Tour • Hard Rock Café London • The Seashell of Lisson Grove (Fish and Chips) Museums and Places of Interest: • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew • Royal Observatory Greenwich • London Transport Museum • Cutty Sark • Florence Nightingale Museum • Freud Museum London • Hampton Court Palace • Household Cavalry Museum • London Bicycle Tour • Museum of Brands • Old Royal Naval College • Royal Albert Hall Tour • Garden Museum • The Guards Museum • The Monument to The Great Fire of London • The Postal Museum • Apsley House • Eltham Palace • Wellington Arch • Chiswick House and Kitchen Garden • Royal Air Force Museum London • The Courtauld Gallery *Savings based on sample itineraries on the Go City website. 

This remarkable bus tour of London provides you the opportunity to explore London fascinating city in all its grandeur. Your pass allows you to hop on and off the bus at any of its many stops. See the city from a different angle on a boat cruise along the Thames (if the 24, 48, or 72-hour option is selected). On the tour route you’ll find world-renowned attractions and landmarks such as the Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe, spectacular Westminster Abbey, and of course, the inimitable Buckingham Palace. You’ll also see the most eminent precincts of the city, such as distinguished Regent Street, world-celebrated Oxford Street, and vibrant Piccadilly. Choose from 3 routes covering over 70 stops. Make use of the audio guides available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese (Brazilian), Mandarin, Japanese, Russian, Arabic, Polish, and Hindi. Blue route – The Classic Tour This route covers all the main Central London sights including the London Eye, Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Shard, St Paul’s Cathedral, Piccadilly Circus, Harrods, and more. Red Route – The Essential Tour Discover the heart and northern parts of London on the Red Route Essential Tour, including visits to Covent Garden, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, Regents Park, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Kings Cross, and other popular landmarks.. Orange Route – Explore London's famous museums like the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, and V&A Museum, along with landmarks such as the Royal Albert Hall, Harrods, and Buckingham Palace on the Orange Route Museum Tour.

Explore the World War II history of London’s Westminster district and discover the secret bunker that Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his government used during the German bombing campaigns. Home to undercover and often underground bases for governments in exile, Westminster suffered especially badly during the blitz and was awash with espionage. Your unique tour starts with a walk around some of London’s most historic sites, such as 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, and Westminster Abbey. End at the Cenotaph, built as a memorial to the First World War and now the UK’s primary national war memorial. Along the way, see the statue of Sir Winston Churchill and the monument to the Women of World War II, hear about governments and monarchs that were forced into exile in London as Germany overtook the nations of Europe and more. Then, it’s time to head to the wartime bunker of the Churchill War Rooms. Tour the Churchill Museum and learn about the maze of underground rooms that were used to plot and plan war strategies. Although your guide will not accompany you inside, you'll be able to browse the War Rooms at your leisure and hear fascinating facts from your audio guide as you wander round. Experience what life was like for those that worked in the dark rooms and how they deciphered enemy communications and created maps of the army’s movements. Learn about the primitive sun lamps that were used to get sufficient levels of vitamin D and how even the families of those that worked there couldn't know what they did for a living. Explore the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill and hear authentic audio of his inspiring wartime speeches. Discover fascinating stories about Churchill’s private and public life, from his love of his wife to his special relationship with President Roosevelt. You’ll even see the original door to 10 Downing Street that he walked through after becoming prime minister. The war rooms have been preserved exactly as they were on the day the lights were switched off in 1945, with signs that indicated the weather outside. As you venture deeper into the labyrinth, discover how life continued underground, from top-secret conversations between Churchill and Roosevelt in the Transatlantic Telephone Room, to simple domestic concerns in Churchill’s kitchen.

Take part in a quintessentially English traditional and enjoy afternoon tea at the Great Court Restaurant under the breathtaking glass roof of the British Museum. Choose from a selection of organic loose leaf teas and delicate flowering teas, such as Rising Flower or Jasmine Fairies. Feast from a selection of traditional delicacies, starting with finger sandwiches before tucking into handmade pastries, cakes and scones with clotted cream and jam.  Make your afternoon tea experience extra special and add a glass of sparkling Prosecco. Relax in an oasis of calm in the center of Bloomsbury and become part of a great tradition.

Whether it's your first time to London or you have been before, your tour is a great way to see the wonderful and historic landmarks of the capital. With a London Taxi Tour you get to see the sights close up and personal, and unlike a bus tour, they are totally flexible and tailored to what you would like to see. Start your Big Sights Taxi Tour by 09.30am, and we'll show you one of London's most loved ceremonies, Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Listen and watch as the military band, dressed in their bearskins and red tunics parade right in front of your eyes. Should you wish to incorporate seeing the Changing the Guard Ceremony, you'll need to start your taxi tour by 09.30am, and we recommend taking the 4 hour taxi tour duration. (Changing the Guard Ceremony takes place normally on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday - However, it can be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and/or when large events are taking place in Central London) There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and get out of the taxi for short walks and photographs, or maybe a little refreshment. Landmarks Visited Include: Buckingham Palace St James's Palace Horse Guards Parade Westminster Abbey Palace of Westminster Downing Street Big Ben The London Eye Trafalgar Square Piccadilly Circus St Paul's Cathedral Tower Bridge The Tower of London Marble Arch Hyde Park Remember that this is a private tour just for your family, loved ones or friends, so we will happily tailor the tour to your requirements, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Who are our driver / guides? Our driver / guides are all working cabbies who have studied and passed The Knowledge, but they are also qualified tour guides. Their qualifications come form the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers in conjunction with the Museum of London. They really know their facts, and cannot wait to share it with you.

Step into a world of discovery and wonder as our expert guide takes you on an unforgettable journey through the Natural History Museum, a haven of Earth’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Your adventure begins in the awe-inspiring central hall, where the majestic Diplodocus skeleton awaits. This towering dinosaur, with its elongated neck and powerful frame, provides a breathtaking glimpse into the age of giants. Standing before this colossal fossil, you’ll be transported back in time, marveling at the grandeur of the prehistoric world. As you move through the museum, prepare to be captivated by our exquisite butterfly collection. Each specimen is a testament to nature’s artistry, featuring intricate patterns and vibrant colors. This dazzling display highlights the incredible diversity and delicate beauty of these remarkable insects, offering a mesmerizing experience that underscores the richness of life on Earth. Next, delve into the Volcanoes and Earthquakes Gallery, where the dynamic forces that shape our planet come to life. Interactive exhibits and striking visualizations illustrate the powerful geological processes that have molded Earth’s surface over millions of years. Witness the dramatic effects of volcanic eruptions and seismic activity through engaging displays that reveal the ongoing impact of these natural phenomena on our world. One of the highlights of your visit will be the grand blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall. Stretching an impressive 25 meters, this magnificent exhibit stands as a testament to the sheer scale and majesty of marine life. As you gaze up at the enormous bones of this ocean giant, you’ll gain a profound appreciation for the vastness and splendor of the marine world. Your exploration continues with a closer look at the museum’s stunning collection of minerals and gems. Each specimen, with its brilliant colors and intricate formations, showcases Earth’s geological beauty and diversity. The Evolution Gallery provides an in-depth view of the history of life on our planet, highlighting the remarkable adaptations and transformations that have occurred over time. This gallery offers a comprehensive look at how species have evolved and adapted through the ages, enriching your understanding of life’s incredible journey. Throughout your tour, your guide will provide engaging insights into the stories and scientific significance of each exhibit. You’ll learn about the meticulous research and conservation efforts that go into preserving these natural treasures, gaining an appreciation for the dedicated work of the museum’s scientists. Discover how their research contributes to our broader understanding of the natural world and helps protect these valuable specimens for future generations.

Tour London in hot pursuit of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, and his sidekick, Dr. Watson. The 3-hour tour by iconic London taxi takes in all the main sights associated with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and his fictional creation, as well as locations of classic Holmes films. You will visit 221B Baker Street, Holmes’s London address and the site of the Sherlock Holmes Museum. Your driver will tell a lively story as you tour, not just of Sherlock Holmes and the crimes he solved, but of real life detectives and London's “bobbies” (police force). Stop for photo opportunities outside Scotland Yard. Visit the London home of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. And find out how and who he based the Holmes character on. Break for libations at the Sherlock Holmes pub, where representations of his Baker Street rooms are displayed. A new TV series of Sherlock is due in 2013 and filming will take place from March until the summer. So, grab your deerstalker and pipe, book your tour now, and see if you might bump into the stars during filming.

Whether it's your first time to London or you have been before, your tour is a great way to see the wonderful and historic landmarks of the capital. With a London Taxi Tour you get to see the sights close up and personal, and unlike a bus tour, they are totally flexible and tailored to what you would like to see. Start your Total London Taxi Tour Experience by 09.30am, and we'll show you one of London's most loved ceremonies, Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Listen and watch as the military band, dressed in their bearskins and red tunics parade right in front of your eyes. Should you wish to incorporate seeing the Changing the Guard Ceremony, you'll need to start your taxi tour by 09.30am, and we'll get you to the best viewing location in London, to watch this iconic ceremony. (Changing the Guard Ceremony takes place normally on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday - However, it can be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and/or when large events are taking place in Central London) There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and get out of the taxi for short walks and photographs, or maybe a little refreshment. Landmarks Visited Include: Buckingham Palace St James's Palace Horse Guards Parade Westminster Abbey Palace of Westminster Downing Street Big Ben The London Eye Trafalgar Square Piccadilly Circus St Paul's Cathedral Tower Bridge The Tower of London Marble Arch Hyde Park Remember that this is a private tour just for your family, loved ones or friends, so we will happily tailor the tour to your requirements, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Who are our driver / guides? Our driver / guides are all working cabbies who have studied and passed The Knowledge, but they are also qualified tour guides. Their qualifications come form the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers in conjunction with the Museum of London. They really know their facts, and cannot wait to share it with you.