London is often the starting point for UK travel and offers a rich mix of heritage, modern culture, and global influences. Key experiences in London include:
- Greenwich (home of Greenwich Mean Time)
- Madame Tussauds
- Big Ben
- River Thames Cruise
- London Bridge
- Museums
- Soho - popular among fashion lovers and food enthusiasts
London also serves as the base for several popular day trips, often combined with lunch.
Common day-trip destinations from London:
Stonehenge: A man-made prehistoric stone circle standing for over 1500 years, known for its sophisticated construction techniques such as mortise and tenon joints and its perfectly continuous circular form visible from a distance.
Windsor Castle: An active royal residence currently used by King Charles III for ceremonies and state functions.
Bath: Often combined with Windsor and Stonehenge as part of a full-day excursion.