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Axis and Globe
Explore the UK & Ireland with Axis and Globe. Choose from our handpicked collection of Headout experiences, including guided tours, day trips, and attraction tickets. Discover the wonders of the SEA LIFE London Aquarium, delve into a spooky adventure at the London Dungeon, soar high on the London Eye, visit LEGOLAND Windsor, or meet celebrities at Madame Tussauds London!
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Axis & Globe
At Headout, see the best of the UK by booking tickets to experiences, including guided tours, day trips, and attraction tickets. Visit attractions like the SEA LIFE London Aquarium to learn more about the marine creatures, admire the panoramic view from a bird's eye view at the London Eye, or meet your favorite celebrities at the Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in London!
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Architecture Enthusiasts, Luxe Lovers
London Eye
Experience enthralling 360-degree views of London as you sit atop the iconic London Eye. Witness major landmarks of the city like Buckingham Palace and Thames River Cruise with a bird's eye view with your London Eye tickets. Peruse our collection of fast track tickets, combo tickets and more for your visit to London Eye.
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History Geeks, Solo Travellers
Tower of London
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Tower of London is a quintessential British landmark that once served as an armory, a royal residence, and a prison. Book your Tower of London tickets now to learn about its fascinating history, enjoy a tour of the monumental Crown Jewels exhibit, and get combo tickets.
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Art & Culture Lovers, History Geeks
Buckingham Palace
Explore Buckingham Palace, the elegant residence of His Majesty, on this fascinating tour. Learn more about the palace as you delve into its charming rooms filled with paintings and antique furniture.
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Architecture Enthusiasts, History Geeks
Tower Bridge
Discover Tower Bridge in London. Dive into its architectural marvel, walk its glass-floored walkways, and enjoy panoramic views. Experience an iconic landmark.
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Solo Travellers, Families
Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Our collection of Harry Potter London tours are specially-curated for fans still waiting for their letter! Discover props, costumes, and magical sets on a Warner Bros. Studio tour or visit famous filming locations on a Harry Potter London walking tour. Enjoy return transfers and guided tours with your experience.
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Solo Travellers, Couples
London Dungeon
Plunge into London's chilling history at the London Dungeon. Live shows, spine-tingling rides, and actors bring the dark past to life. Get standard or flexible tickets. Don't miss this thrilling experience!
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Luxe Lovers, Architecture Enthusiasts
Up At The O2 Climb
Dare to conquer one of the world’s most iconic landmarks – The O2 in London! Brace yourself for an adrenaline-pumping 90-min climb, where you’ll strap in and embark on a thrilling 52-metre high ascent. Guided by a local expert, you’ll hear fascinating stories about The O2 and learn all about the city as you look out onto the vibrant London skyline. With a range of climbs to choose from, you’ll be sure to find the perfect challenge to suit any occasion.
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Frameless London
Visit the immersive Frameless exhibition which transforms classic and contemporary masterpieces into larger-than-life, interactive experiences. Check out pocket-friendly combos that give you access to locations such as the London Eye and Buckingham Palace that will make your London trip complete.
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- A city that’s stood the test of time and has managed to retain landmarks from ages ago, London is a must visit for any travel enthusiast. From age-old castles, to libraries, towers, palaces, observatories, gardens, to some of the world’s oldest universities, London has a plethora of landmarks that have a lot to uncover. If you’re a curious traveler that is seeking to capitalize on your London experience, then it is definitely worth booking London landmark tickets to gain access to some of the world’s most iconic sites including Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, London Eye and many more.
- While landmarks have varying ticket prices depending on what you want to access, here’s a simplified breakdown of the prices to help you make an informed decision.
- Buckingham Palace Tours and Tickets: £14 onwards
- Windsor Castle tickets: £26 onwards
- Kew Gardens: £11 onwards
- Tower Bridge tickets: £11.40 onwards
- Tower of London tickets: £29.90 onwards
- London Eye: £32 onwards
- Westminster Abbey Tickets and Tours: £29.40 onwards
- If you’re seeking to economical whilst in London, here are some of the cheapest landmark tickets available:
- Kew Gardens: £11 onwards
- Tower Bridge tickets: £11.40 onwards
- Buckingham Palace Tours and Tickets: £14 onwards
- St Paul’s Cathedral tickets: £18 onwards
- Yes, children aged 5 to 17 and youth from 18 to 24 enjoy discounted prices on their tickets for select landmarks. Infants under the age of 3 also enjoy free admission to the sites. Headout additionally offers up to 5% discount and up to 10% cashback on select tickets.
- Given its abundant history, it’s always better to explore prominent landmarks with the aid of a local guide. Guided tours not only allow visitors to have an in-depth understanding of each site but also allow visitors to save up on time and enjoy priority entry as most guided tours enable you to skip the line. You can enjoy guided tours with select tickets such as Harry Potter London Tours, Wembley Stadium Tours and Tickets, Tower of London tickets and more.
- While individual landmarks do not offer access to night tours within the premise, you can still enjoy the sites under the stars and see London by night, with curated night tours that take you across the city with a local expert and familiarize you with the iconic landmarks. If you’re looking to explore the city at night away from the road there are several Thames river cruises in London to try too.
- Given that combos allow you to save on time and cost, they’re your best option to make the most out of London and visit two or more attractions with the ease of a single ticket. Combo tickets Tower Bridge and Tower of London, combo Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast tickets, combo Tower of London and Kensington Palace tickets are a few combo landmark tickets to opt for whilst in London.
- Yes, you can explore several walking tours if you wish to learn more about London whilst on foot. From niche Jack the Ripper London tours, to exploring famous film landmarks with your Harry Potter London Tour tickets or the James Bond walking tour to the Paddington Bear walking tour, your inner child will definitely love these. Also enjoy exclusive walking tours for classical monuments such as the Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace and more.
- Most landmarks have a relaxed cancelation policy that allows you to cancel tickets up to 24 hours prior to the experience and also get a full refund. However, some tour tickets have a very strict cancelation policy and hence it is necessary to read your ticket details before booking.
- While there are plenty of landmarks in London, some of the most notable ones are Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, and the Tower of London.\
- Buckingham Palace: Any list of the most famous landmarks in Rome would be incomplete without the Buckingham Palace tour on it. The Queen's official residence is as grand and royal as one would expect it to be. Wondering as to what you can see at Buckingham Palace? The State Rooms are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer, along with some selected tours in December, January, and Easter. The Changing of the Guard ceremony is also something you should be keeping your eye out for.
- Big Ben: This clock, is one of the top attractions of London. Also known as the Elizabeth Tower, the landmark is currently closed for public tours. This structure has been in refurbishment since 2017, and work is expected to be completed by early 2022.
- London Eye: The best spot to overlook all of London and its spots, has got to be the London Eye. An attraction that's famous for the best views of the city, and is also known as "the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel" - is a must-visit on your checklist. Often referenced in popular culture, the views from the London Eye are sure to leave you spellbound.
- Westminster Abbey: The site of coronations, weddings, and funerals - all the royal things we love to see, Westminster Abbey is THE place to be.
- Kensington Palace: A residence of the British Royal Family since the 17th century, Kensington Palace is the home of the young royals. You can visit the State Rooms, and the Palace Gardens, along with the Queen's jewels and tiaras that are on display. Prepare to be mesmerized by the beauty and elegance of the palace, and the paintings that you see.
- Tower of London: When you visit the Tower of London, you visit a classic World Heritage Site. One of London's most iconic castles, the Tower of London is a mighty fortress and an infamous prison. When you visit, be a part of the Yeoman Warder Tours, see the ravens, and the exquisite crown jewels.
- With about 1.43 million visitors, Tate Modern is the most visited landmark in London in 2020. Tate Modern has held the national collection of British art, and international modern and contemporary art since 1900. Founded in 1897 by Henry Tate, the museum has four branches — Tate Britain and Tate Modern in London, Tate Liverpool, and Tate St. Ives in Cornwall. It now displays an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art from around the world and has become one of the world's major modern art galleries.
- The Tower of London is the longest-standing known landmark in the city. Construction originally began in the year 1080, over a millennium ago, and since then - the tower has been used as a royal prison, an area for refuge, and a fortress/monument.
- The 5 must-visit landmarks in London are:
- The Buckingham Palace
- Big Ben
- London Eye
- Westminster Abbey
- The Tower of London
- These are some of the most underrated landmarks in London:
- St Dustan's in the East - A church whose ruins were destroyed in the second world war, now makes the perfect hideaway garden - even better because not a lot of people know about it. After being burnt down and rebuilt and destroyed, today, it's one of the city's most unusual parks.
- London Dungeon - A London Dungeon ticket will educate you about the city's gruesome history - with an undertone of gallows humour, using live actors, special effects, and rides - is sure to entertain you. Visitors are taken on the journey along with 19 actors, 20 shows, and two rides.
- The Seven Noses of Soho - Created by Rick Buckley in 1997, the seven noses of SOHO are plaster of Paris reproductions of his nose, that were installed across several locations as an act of protest against the introduction of CCTV cameras. It is said that initially, around 35 were installed, but by 2011, only 10 remained. Listed locations include Admiralty Arch, Bateman Street, Dean Street, Meard Street, Endell Street, Great Windmill Street, and D’Arbly Street.
- St. James's Palace - The most senior Royal Palace, St. James's is the ceremonial meeting place for the Accession Council, the office of the Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps, and the London residence of several minor members of the royal family.
- Eltham Palace - A stylish home that's the perfect mix of history, extravagance, and ultra-modern 1930s interior, is the perfect spot to learn more about culture. The Palace is an ideal spot to relax, take in some fresh air and roam around with your kids.
- Some landmarks that are free to enter on specific days:
- Kew Gardens: Free from 22 December to 4 January
- Westminster Abbey: Free at 5 pm on weekdays
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace - Free at 11.30 am every morning during summer and every second morning during winter
- Plenty of landmarks in London has free entry. Some of the notable ones that are free to enter on all days are:
- Kensington Gardens
- St. Paul's Church
- Hampstead Heath
- Wallace Collection
- St Dunstan in the East
- It's a given that the attractions in London pull a large crowd at all times, and so, the best way to beat the crowd has got to be skip-the-line tickets. These tickets are often a part of the city passes, so you can cover a larger number of attractions in a shorter period of time.Enjoy admission to the most popular landmarks in the city when you book Up at the O2 Climb tickets, Tower of London tickets, Kew Royal Botanical Gardens tickets, Hampton Court Palace tickets, London Eye tickets, London To Stonehenge tours, London Dungeon tickets, Tower Bridge London tickets, St. Paul's Cathedral tickets, Churchill War Rooms tickets, Westminster Abbey tickets & tours, Windsor Castle tickets, Buckingham Palace tours & tickets, and Kensington Palace tickets & tours.
- Most London city passes include access to top attractions.
- The London Pass - Unlimited Attractions, that Headout offers, help you explore the city like never before. It helps you explore close to 80 attractions over 1 to 10 days, and includes a Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour of London.
- The 4 days London Pass on the other hand, also includes free, one-time access to over 80 attractions, with skip-the-line passes for select experiences and a 1-day HOHO bus tour. Valid from the time you activate it at the first attraction, for the next 4 days. You can visit any attraction you like, throughout these.
- The 4 attraction London explorer pass is valid for a period of 30 days, this pass lets you choose 3,5, or 7 attractions from a list of 20. You not only get free, one-time entry to any of these attractions, but also a guidebook, a London Tube map, and a Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour map.
These passes mentioned above come with a 160 page+ guidebook containing information regarding the address, visiting hours, ways to reach said attraction, contact details, and more - in multiple languages.
- Westminster, which is located in Central London, on the north bank of the River Thames, is dense with attractions. Within a 5km radius you will find:
- Buckingham Palace
- Westminster Abbey
- Kensington Gardens
- Hyde Park
- St. James' Park
- Big Ben
- London Eye
- The British Museum
- Tower of London and more
- Here are the best ways to cover London's major landmarks:
- Get your hands on a city pass: A London city pass is the best way to cover major attractions and landmarks, in minimal time, and at even lesser costs. Not only do you choose how many attractions you want to cover, but also which ones and over how many days. These passes also provide you with a guidebook, skip the line tickets, and Hop-On-Hop-Off bus tours and maps.
- Grouping landmarks in similar areas, and visiting them together: For instance, when you're in Westminster, you can visit Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, and St. James' Park for starters.
- Combo Tickets: Combos in London ensure that you get the best deal at the best prices. You get into more than one place, and at lesser rates. You can purchase The London Pass which gives you access to op-On Hop-Off bus tour tickets, and more than 80 attractions for the number of days you prefer.
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Louisa
Canada
Beautiful place to visit! The poppy installation was lovely to see, along with everything else. Very friendly staff who took time to answer questions and give very in-depth information. A really wonderful way to spend the day!
Tanja
Germany
Everything went without a hitch. The early time slot was also worth it, so you still have a real chance of actually seeing the crown jewels.
Rüya
Turkey
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Honestly, the whole day felt like something out of a movie. Going up on the London Eye was insane – seeing the whole city laid out like that made me feel so small but in the best way. Madame Tussauds was so fun, we kept running around taking silly pics with the figures, like they were actually celebrities we bumped into. And SEA LIFE… wow, walking through that tunnel with sharks and stingrays literally swimming over my head was unreal. Everything was so easy and well organized, I didn’t have to stress about a thing. It’s honestly one of those days I know I’m gonna remember when I think about being 21 and exploring London.
John
United Kingdom
Well organised and informative. Glass floor is good fun, with mirror in ceiling. Time your photo to catch a boat below!
Don't miss the engine room with the beautifully maintained engines, all well explained.
Drahomíra
Slovakia
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Visited around 1:30 PM and was pleasantly surprised—no crazy queues, just a smooth entry into one of the most iconic attractions in the city. The whole experience? Absolutely awesome.
From the moment you step inside, it’s like being dropped into a parallel universe where you’re brushing shoulders with the world’s biggest stars—Beyoncé, The Rock, even the Royal Family (yes, they’re very still, but they look like they could blink any second). The attention to detail is mind-blowing. You’ll catch yourself doing double-takes at nearly every turn.
One of the highlights? The Marvel 4D experience—like being caught right in the middle of an action movie! And don’t even get me started on the Star Wars zone… It’s every fan’s dream.
The flow of the exhibit was surprisingly chill—no overwhelming crowds, just enough people to make it feel exciting without elbowing your way through. Whether you’re into celebrities, history, sports legends, or just want a fantastic photo op, this place delivers on all fronts.
⭐ Verdict: A must-do in London. Way more fun than expected. Leave your skepticism at the door—you’re about to take selfies with legends. ⭐
Mrs
United Kingdom
Took my 9 year old Grandson matt was amazing towards him & the rest of the group, he treated every individual special. Made our climb very memorable 💖
José
Portugal
The ease of all mostly. I had no trouble buying tickets, nor did I had getting to the London Eye on time, to wait in line probably 10 minutes or so.
Gitana
Lithuania
St. Paul’s Cathedral is one of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever visited. Its majestic dome, beautiful architecture, and peaceful atmosphere leave you speechless. The view from the top is absolutely unforgettable — a moment that stays in your heart forever. A truly inspiring and soul-touching experience.