United Kingdom / AEROBOP
London
Places, experiences, your kind of trip.
The Thames connects London’s great landmarks, from Westminster to Tower Bridge. Between sights, explore markets, museums and parks: each neighbourhood has a rhythm of its own.
SEE & EXPERIENCE
Places to put on your list
Westminster & South Bank
Around Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey reveal London’s political and royal character. Westminster Bridge brings the palace façades, Thames and London Eye into view together. Continue on foot along the South Bank for different perspectives; entering the abbey is a separate visit, so check its visitor arrangements before deciding to include it.
Tower of London & Tower Bridge
The fortress and bridge tell very different stories: royal power on one side and Victorian engineering on the other. At Tower Bridge, the high walkways and original engine rooms add context to the street-level crossing. The two landmarks have separate tickets, so decide which interiors interest you before making reservations for either attraction.
Covent Garden & Borough Market
Covent Garden draws visitors with shopping streets, theatres and the atmosphere around its covered market. Borough Market, beside London Bridge, focuses on producers, specialist food and ready-to-eat dishes. They are separate neighbourhoods: choose according to whether you feel like browsing shops or tasting food, and check the market’s trading days before travelling.
ART, CULTURE & CURIOSITY
Museums worth exploring
British Museum
Archaeology and world cultures around the Great Court. Choose the collections that interest you before arriving.
National Gallery
A major European painting collection on Trafalgar Square, easily combined with central London.
Natural History Museum
Fossils, wildlife and the history of our planet inside a striking South Kensington building.
STEP OUTSIDE
Nature, beaches and nearby places
Greenwich
Explore the waterfront, park and hill by the Observatory for a different view of London.
Hampstead Heath
Paths and broad lawns offer a break from the centre; Parliament Hill is a rewarding viewpoint.
Windsor
A day trip for the castle and Thames riverside. Check opening days and transport before travelling.
DISCOVER TOGETHER
Things to do with family
Explore the British Museum with a trail
Download one of the museum’s family trails to give the objects and display cases a common thread. Let each child choose a discovery to explain: a creature, a garment or an invention. Keep the selection of galleries manageable and include a break, using the trail as a prompt for conversation.
Fossils and animals at the Natural History Museum
Dinosaurs and natural history collections provide plenty to observe, compare and question. Ask the children to look for differences between a fossil and a reconstruction, or between two animals. Choose galleries on the museum map before entering and check temporary exhibition arrangements separately from the main collection.
TIME TOGETHER
Ideas for couples
Greenwich Park panoramas
Make your way towards the hill near the Observatory for views of historic buildings and the skyline beyond the Thames. Continue along the park’s paths for a green escape together. Bring an extra layer for the wind and choose how far to walk according to the weather.
A cultural stroll along the South Bank
Follow the Thames, watching the views towards Westminster and the cultural venues along the south bank. Add a performance or film that appeals to you both from the local programme. Check the language and booking requirements, then leave room for a meal or simply watching the river together.
THE JOY OF DISCOVERY
With children
Explore our family ideas together. Check age limits, access and booking requirements with each venue before visiting.
Explore family activities ↑The story behind the city
Founded in Roman times as Londinium, London grew as a port, trading centre and seat of power. The City preserves its historic core, while Westminster tells the story of monarchy and Parliament. Victorian expansion and migration shaped today’s culturally diverse metropolis.
Practical pointers for your stay
Getting around and enjoying the city
The Underground and buses make getting around easier; use the same payment method when tapping in and out. London is large: group sights by area. Try markets, pubs and neighbourhood cuisines. London’s airports are widely separated.
Seasons & weather
Weather is changeable throughout the year. Spring and summer provide longer daylight for parks; autumn brings colour. In winter, combine shorter walks with museums and theatre. A light waterproof layer is useful even in summer.
Find your way around
Useful local contacts
Visit London ↗
Official guidance for planning a first visit.
London Walks ↗
Guided walks and private tours: contact the organiser directly.
Sources and visitor information
- Visit London — museums ↗
- Visit London — day trips ↗
- British Museum — family trails ↗
- Visit London — museums and attractions ↗
- Visit London — Greenwich Park ↗
- Visit London — South Bank ↗
- Visit London — Westminster ↗
- Visit London — Tower Bridge ↗
- Visit London — Tower of London ↗
- Visit London — Covent Garden ↗
- Borough Market — plan your visit ↗
Official sources checked on 27 October 2026. Confirm opening times, bookings and conditions with the venues.
Photo credits
- London — Ilya Grigorik · CC BY-SA 3.0
- British Museum — Ham · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Greenwich Park — Mx. Granger · CC0
- London’s Natural History Museum — Vinceesq · CC BY-SA 3.0
Photographs cropped to fit the layout.