During the summer holidays it is key to help ensure that children are well cared for. Playing outside with their friends is all kids look forward to during summer vacation, but right on many people’s doorsteps is access to many different kinds of information and new sights. Information that can help captivate children and show what England and its capital London can offer the British public in terms of museums and history.
Great news for everyone is that since 2001 most government-funded museums have stopped charging admission fees. Not only are museums offered, but a summer vacation is also included to enjoy new and exciting information and sights that are visited by everyone around the world.
With an endless list of activities for the whole family and adults, it’s worth starting with the top museums that will be available on your trip.
The National Gallery is a must see, in magnificent Trafalgar Square. Currently filled with Western European paintings from the 13th to 19th centuries. With works including Da Vinci, Van Gogh to name a few with free admission and guided tours for children including much more.
If it’s history you’re after, look no further than the Museum of London, which documents the history of London from prehistoric times to the present day. This museum is very child friendly and will ensure that anyone of any age will have a great time as there are a selection of exhibitions, exhibits and galleries.
Another option for children is the free Science Museum, which is located close to South Kensington tube station and expect to spend many hours discovering the seven floors of interactive exhibits on offer. Not forgetting the IMAX cinema which is also available to view.
The list does not end with these three wonderful museums, the other one worth visiting on your trip if time permits is the National Maritime Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Tate Modern.
Depending on the purpose of the trip, whether it’s to make sure the kids are entertained and enjoy a short break or for a simple romantic getaway, there are a plethora of options available. Including the following tourist attractions:
The London Eye, now a well-known feature of the London skyline, is the tallest observation wheel in the world. Get on board with or without children since the capacity of each of the capsules is 25 people. With a complete rotation of 30 minutes, leaving enough time to tour the great capital of England that is London. But keep in mind that it can be considered quite expensive compared to the many free museums, especially for a large family.
Also don’t forget to visit the Tower of London, considered one of the most famous buildings in the world with 900 years of history. Which includes a lot of history and amazing events that have taken place throughout history and not forgetting to see the crown jewels that are also kept safe inside the Tower of London.
Highly regarded attractions and areas worth visiting but not mentioned above include: London Zoo, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge.
This is just a short list of the best-known and most-visited sights and attractions that are available during a short stay in London, and all of which will be within easy reach when you stay at a hotel in the capital itself. There are many wonderful hotels in London, so make sure that during your visit and stay, when you choose a hotel in the City of London, you will be able to truly capture the experience and culture that exists in the world’s most respected capital.
