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Madame Tussaud's The most famous waxworks in the world. Come and take a closer look at celebrities from far and wide. The London Planetarium is also an out of this world treat for anyone interested in outer space. The London Planetarium and Madame Tussaud's Marylebone Road, NW1 Tel. 0870 400 3000 Prices: Adults from £14.95 to £16.95 children from £5.00 to £12.0 Nearest tube: Baker Street. Buses 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 82, 113, 139, 159, 274 stop nearby Open around 9.00 to 17.30 except Christmas Day. Opening times vary so check the website. www.madame-tussauds.com

Serpentine Gallery This is an ideal location for tourists, as visitors can combine an afternoon trip to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, the Lido (London's very own lake for swimming in) and this famous art gallery. Built as a tea house over a century ago, this unusual building has been recently renovated. Not only are the exhibitions excellent, showing work by international artists, but there is also a well-stocked, if slightly cramped bookshop. It is a pleasant haven completely surrounded by trees, and in close proximity to the large museums such as the V&A; ten minutes walk away. It is a welcome respite from the crowds and busy roads nearby. The Gallery is open from 10.00 to 18.00 daily. Nearest tubes: Knightsbridge, Lancaster Gate, South Kensington Buses 9/10/12/52/94 Tel 020 729 81515 www.serpentinegallery.org

Tower of London Every British Child who has been to London seems to have a vivid memory of going to the Tower when they were young. One of the oldest and most famous buildings in Britain, and still standing by the River Thames after 1000 years, this imposing building has seen some gruesome action in it's time. Younger visitors seem strangely fascinated by the fact that a number of royals were incarcerated here. However, the Tower is not just an historical monument, it is also where the crown jewels are held. Unless the British Queen, Elizabeth II is actually wearing them for a state occasion, they will be on display for visitors to see. Remember to take your camera if you want a shot of the red liveried Beefeaters, the colourfully dressed guards of the Tower. Opening times Summer March - October Monday to Saturday09.00 - 17.00 Sunday 10.00 - 17.00 Winter November to February Tuesday to Saturday09.00 - 16.00 Sunday and Monday 10.00 - 16.00 All internal buildings close thirty minutes after the last admission time. Admission prices Adults£11.30 Concession£8.50 Children 5 -15£7.50 Family (up to 2 adults and 3 children) £34.00 Tube: Tower Hill BR: Fenchurch Street DLR: Tower Gateway Boats: from Westminster and Charing Cross Tube: Tower Hill BR: Fenchurch Street Bus 15 to Tower Hill Docklands Light Railway: Tower Gateway Boats: from Westminster and Charing Cross www.armouries.org.uk

Horniman Museum & Gardens Situated in 16 acres of gardens, this impressive anthropological museum was built in 1901 by Mr Horniman, from the profits of the tea trade. It is a grand building and has some marvellous displays of musical instruments from all round the world as well as exhibitions about indigenous cultures and a fascinating natural history collection. Hands-on talks for children are held throughout the year at no extra charge. These include puppet and musical instrument making workshops. In summer it is particularly worth a visit as the conservatory is open and concerts are held at the weekend. There is also a café inside the museum. Free entry 100 London Rd, Forest Hill SE23 Tel: 020 8699 1822 Fax: 020 8291 5506 Nearest train station: Forest Hill, buses 176, 185, 312 and P4 stop outside, and 63, 122 and P13 stop nearby. www.horniman.ac.uk

The British Museum One of the best collections of classical antiquities in Europe, this grand institution is also home to a new architectural masterpiece: The Great Court. Come and gaze at Egyptian mummies, The Rosetta Stone and Ancient Greek jewellery made of gold. The British Museum is free to all visitors. A charge may be made for temporary exhibitions. For detail of concessions, check their website or contact the Information Desk on 020 7323 8299. Open: Saturday -Wednesday 10.00 - 17.30 Thursday - Friday 10.00 - 20.30 Nearest tube: Tottenham Court Road, buses 8, 10, 73,124, 129 www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk

Cabinet War Rooms Clive Steps King Charles Street Westminster London SW1 Tel: 020 7930 6961 Fax: 020 7839 5897 For the first time since the Second World War you can now visit Churchill's subterranean wartime headquarters including the very room where the Prime Minister, his Cabinet and his Chiefs of Staff took momentous decisions at the height of the enemy bombing on London. Walk through, the top secret Map Room where military planners plotted the course of the war while Britain's slept at night. Located in the basement of a government building, the Cabinet War Rooms were hurriedly converted into emergency accommodation to protect the British Government against air attacks on the eve of the Second World War. The underground complex of twenty-one rooms have remained relatively untouched since they were abandoned at the end of the war in 1945. Open Daily 9.30am (10am 1 October - 31 March) to 18.00 (last admission 17.15). Closed Over Christmas. Nearest Tube: Westminster or Charing Cross, buses 11, 12

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