## Eye of London

One of the most visited attractions in London is the London Eye. It measures 135 meters and is considered one of the tallest ferris wheels in the world. The 32 state-of-the-art glass cabins slowly revolve around their axis, allowing for an ever-changing view of London. The ride takes about 30 minutes and is nothing for people who are dizzy or afraid of heights. An interactive guide is available in each cabin, allowing you to explore the iconic points of the capital.

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## Tower Bridge

The symbol of London and the acclaimed Tower Bridge were designed by Sir Horace Jones in the 19th century. It is raised approximately 850 times a year and there is an exhibition inside where you will learn all about how this most famous bridge in the world works, including Victorian engines. Of course, there is also a talk about the origin and history of this beautiful historic building.

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## Buckingham palace

The official royal residence of London, where in summer you can explore 19 rooms, which are decorated with some of the most important royal collections. Here you will find beautiful art paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens or Van Dyck. In front of the palace is a beautiful landscaped park and it is definitely a great experience to watch the changing of the guard.
Madame Tussauds in London

The stunning exhibition of more than 300 wax figures is an attraction not to be missed. Here you will meet personalities from different periods of time and you can also indulge in a photo with your favorite film actor, athlete or comic book hero. Take the opportunity to look behind the scenes, where you can see how sculptors work.

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## Globe Theater

The London theater is one of the best in the world, attracting the best and most talented actors from all over the country. Visit Shakespeare's Globe - World Theater, which is a faithful reconstruction of the historic outdoor theater, designed in 1599, where many of Shakespeare's plays took place. Don't forget to book your tickets in advance.

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## The Shard

Enjoy the famous view from the dynamic symbol of London, designed by Renzo Piana, from the top of the tallest building in Western Europe at a height of up to 244 m. Visibility can be seen pretty far.

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## Green parks

Only in the world can you find such landscaped parks as the famous parks in London. It is home to eight beautiful royal parks and another 3,000 parks or other open spaces with greenery, which refresh the city with green. That's why London is one of the greenest capitals in the world. The best way to enjoy them is to have a picnic in one of them.

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## Shopping for everyone

London is a sensational place for everyone who wants to catch some of the fashion gems. Many shopping districts with the most exclusive brands in the world, shops with original goods and markets with a touch of old England can be found in London. Don't miss Oxfort Street, where you will find most of the fashion brands that influence fashion around the world.

Flights to London are very affordable throughout the year and are often included in our special offers, so don't hesitate and follow the section of cheap [tickets](/destinations) around the world, where the ticket to London is among the first. Believe that there is still something to discover in London and one visit will not be enough for you. London offers much more and there is no one who would not find his own.

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