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A prehistoric megalithic site on Salisbury Plain and a World Heritage Site.

There is a walk from the Stonehenge visitor centre to the monument, so take the shuttle bus if you want to save walking time or have difficulty walking.

It has England's tallest spire and Britain's largest cathedral close and cloister. An original copy of the 1215 Magna Carta is also on display.

A prehistoric site near Stonehenge, where the present-day pillars mark the locations of the original wooden posts.

One of London's major museums, exhibiting collections from a range of periods and cultures.

If you specifically want to see the African galleries at the British Museum, check whether they are open before visiting, as there have been closures for maintenance.

A palace where the British royal family receives guests, and the venue for the Changing of the Guard.

Book tickets early if you want to see the interior of Buckingham Palace. Some visitors missed the interior because they had not booked.

London's iconic clock tower, attached to the Palace of Westminster.

Tours inside Big Ben sell out quickly, so book in advance.

A historic royal residence and prison, where you can see the Crown Jewels and join a Yeoman Warder tour.

The queue for the Crown Jewels exhibition grows quickly, so see it first in the morning after entering.

An abbey that has hosted royal coronations, weddings, and funerals, with the tombs of many notable figures.

Queues at Westminster Abbey can be long, especially in the afternoon, so buy tickets online in advance to save time.

A movable bridge spanning the River Thames. Its interior exhibition includes the upper walkways and former engine rooms.

The upper walkway at Tower Bridge requires climbing 202 steps; if stairs are difficult, use an accessible route.

A Ferris wheel offering 360-degree views of central London. One rotation takes about 30 minutes.

There may be a queue for the London Eye even with a timed ticket, so do not schedule activities too tightly before or after your ride.

A central London cathedral with a prominent dome, open for visits to its interior and crypt.

A central London square with Nelson's Column and fountains. The pedestrian area to the north connects to the National Gallery.

An art gallery on Trafalgar Square with free admission. Its website highlights paintings ranging from Leonardo da Vinci to Vincent van Gogh.

A large royal park in London, included on lists of tourist attractions.

A leading museum of decorative arts in London.

If you plan to eat at the V&A Museum café, visit early and avoid busy periods.

A modern art museum included on London tourist attraction lists.

An area worth exploring on foot, including Covent Garden, Seven Dials, and nearby lanes such as Monmouth Street.

A food market selling a variety of dishes, from cheese and fish and chips to curry.

Popular stalls at Borough Market may have long queues, especially on weekends, so allow time to wait if there is a particular food you want to try.

One of London's most ornate and oldest markets, said to have inspired Diagon Alley in Harry Potter. It is worth stopping by for a pint or a photo.

A London market focused on punk fashion and general goods.

An arts complex on the south bank of the Thames with programs in music, dance, and literature.

A London attraction featured as an antiques market.

Portobello Road Market can be busy even on weekdays, so visit in the morning if you want to avoid crowds.

A place to take in views over central London from its gardens and viewpoint.

Some visitors have waited 20–30 minutes at Sky Garden even with a reservation, so leave extra time before your next activity.

A royal residence in Windsor, about 40 km west of central London, with a long architectural history associated with the British royal family.

If you plan to see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House at Windsor Castle, go first around opening time. Queues may still be long even early.

A place to enjoy Britain's most famous traditional afternoon tea, with unlimited finger sandwiches, elegant pastries, desserts, and tea.

Fortnum & Mason has reportedly been busy on Saturday evenings, so visit early in the morning for a more relaxed shopping trip.

A dim sum restaurant in Chinatown. Popular items include siu mai, har gow, ham sui gok, and taro cake; the steamed chive dumplings are also good.

Joy King Lau has had substantial waits at lunch and is also busy on weekends, so do not schedule your meal too tightly.

It serves a traditional English breakfast.

A Sri Lankan restaurant in Borough Market.

A restaurant set in a garden, serving modern British cuisine.