Piccadilly Hotel - Entertainment in London
All the major London attractions can be reached from the Piccadilly Hotels by public transportation.
Tower of London
Tower of London is the historical royal castle along the Thames north bank. It was founded in 1066 during the Norman Conquest of England and, among other roles, it has been prison and house of the Crown's Jewels. Today the Tower of London is a World Heritage Site.
Nearest tube station: Tower Hill
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace, the residence of the British Monarch, is the one of the most famous sights you can visit in London. It is a setting for royal entertaining and state occasions and is situated in the City of Westminster. In front of it you can find the Victoria Memorial, a golden statue erected in 1911. The Changing of the Guards is something you should not miss if you are visiting London.
Nearest tube station: Victoria or Green Park
Tower Bridge
The Tower Bridge is the iconic suspension bridge in London and one of the most characteristic in the world. Opened on 30 June 1894 by Tthe future King Edward VII, the Tower Bridge offers also an Exhibition and a spectacular view above the Thames.
Nearest tube station: Tower Hill
London Zoo
The London Zoo is one of the Europe's biggest zoos with a collection of 755 species of animals. Among the others, this attraction houses an aquarium, "Butterflies paradise" and a gorilla area.The London Zoo provides great entertainment for all the family.
Nearest tube station: Baker Street / Camden Town
London Eye
The London Eye is the highest observation wheel of the world, it's 135m high. It was costructed in 1999 and it is now one of the most attracting sights in the whole London. A single tour on the London Eye takes around 30 minutes.
Nearest tube station: Waterloo
Big Ben
The Big Ben is the name of the clock bell of the Palace of Westminster and it is a Clock Tower 320 foot high, weighing over 13 tons. In 2009 it has been celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Nearest tube station: Westminster
London Aquarium
The London Aquarium is one of the Word's largest aquariums and is a house to aquatic life species from all over the world. London Aquarium is situated on the ground floor fo County Hall on the Thames bank.
Nearest tube station: Waterloo / Westminster
London Dungeon
The London Dungeon is a London attraction presenting an exhibition about tortures from the Medieval Ages. Featuring live actors and special effects, it a very appealing sight for young tourists. Have a trip on the Judgment Day ride to face a firing squad, to the Great Fire of London, you will also have the opportunity to unmask Jack the Ripper.
Nearest tube station: London Bridge
The St Paul's Cathedral
St. Paul's Cathedral is the most famous Anglican church and cathedral in London. Here was hosted the royal marriage between Prince Charles and Lady Diana in 1981. It is a classical building which shows the great craftsmanship of Sir Christopher Wren.
Nearest tube station: St Paul's Tube
The National Gallery
For all those who are interested in art the National Gallery London will be the best choice. It was founded in 1824 and displays paintings between 1250 and 1900. The National Gallery in London has therefore one of the largest and greatest collections of Western European paintings. Among the others, National Gallery houses materpieces from Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Jan van Eyck.
Nearest tube station: Charing Cross
Madame Tussaud's
At Madame Tussaud's Waxwork Museum, a mayor attractions in London, you will admire the famous collection of notorius and notable figures made with wax. Sections include sports, politics, cinema and also horrors.
Nearest tube station: Baker Street