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What to do in North London
Popular places to visit
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Piccadilly Circus
A dazzling London hub with its brightly lit advertising hoardings are a recognisable icon of the city known around the globe.
Buckingham Palace
The official residence of Queen Elizabeth II as well as the lavish home of the British monarchy for nearly two centuries.
Tower Bridge
One of London’s most famous bridges, an icon of the city through the ages, situated right beside the historic Tower of London.
Tower of London
One of the world’s most well-preserved medieval castles, this historic building is known for its fascinating and gruesome history.
Big Ben
One of Britain’s treasured national symbols, home of the bells which can be heard ringing across the heart of the capital every 15 minutes.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
Trafalgar Square
A historic square marking the British victory at the battle of Trafalgar, in front of the National Gallery and St. Martin-in-the-Fields.
The British Museum
What started out as a 'cabinet of curiosities' is now home to nearly eight million artefacts, collected from around the world.
Areas of North London
Covent Garden
The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
The City of London
The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
Paddington
Paddington Central and Queensway are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.
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- Hyde Park
- Piccadilly Circus
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- Tower of London
- Big Ben
- London Bridge
- Trafalgar Square
- The British Museum
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Kensington High Street
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Westminster Abbey
- Westfield Stratford City
- Royal Albert Hall
- Natural History Museum
- Covent Garden Market
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Imperial College London
- Stamford Bridge Stadium
- Piccadilly
- Kensington Palace
- Sloane Square
- ZSL London Zoo
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