Britain’s capital city, London is home to some of the most popular tourist hubs and you could be spoilt for choice when it comes to deciding what to see in London. With so many places to visit and plenty of things to do, a short trip may not be good enough to cover the whole city and experience the excitement it offers. However, you can still make the most of your short trip to London by visiting at least the famous tourist destinations in the city. Here are some of the top places to visit in London.

1. World Famous British Museum

British museum exhibits prehistoric to modern times art works from around the world. The main highlights at this museum are the Parthenon sculptures, Rosetta stone and the mummies in the ancient Egypt collection. This is the main London attraction and entry to the museum is free. However, special exhibitions are held occasionally which require tourists to purchase tickets.

2. National Gallery at Trafalgar Square

The National Gallery in London is an iconic art gallery where you will find Western European paintings from the thirteenth to nineteenth centuries. It is here that you will find the best works of world renowned artists namely Da Vinci, Renoir, Constable, Van Gogh, Botticelli, Titan and Stubbs.

3. National History Museum

National history museum is a dinosaur exhibition and boasts of a large collection of the rarest, tallest and biggest animals in the world. From a forty million year old spider to a life sized blue whale, the exhibits will never cease to thrill you.

4. Tate Modern on the Banks of River Thames

Tate modern is one of the most famous national museums of modern and contemporary art. Before it was converted to a museum, it was a power station. The museum also has restaurants that offer fabulous views across London.

5. London Eye

London sightseeing tours will take you to the main feature of London’s skyline, the London Eye. In just thirty minutes, you will be able to have an unforgettable perspective of London’s most famous landmarks. London eye comprises of thirty two capsules and can accommodate twenty five people in each capsule.

6. Science Museum

It is here that you will be able to experience some of the major scientific advances by seeing and touching the scientific displays.

7. Victoria and Albert Museum

Victoria and Albert Museum is an absolutely amazing treasure trove. It is place where you will discover some of the most amazing artefacts from around the world.

8. Tower Of London

It is world’s most famous buildings rich with nine hundred year history that includes a royal palace, prison and place of execution, jewel house, arsenal and a zoo.

9. Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds is a London attraction that you just cannot miss. The most influential figures from royalty, politics, showbiz and sports are seen here albeit in wax sculptures.

10. Royal Museums Greenwich

It is the largest maritime museum in the world and is home to the historic Queen’s house, Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark.