Historical Interest

One of the great museums of the world, showing the works of man from prehistoric to modern times with collections drawn from the whole world.

Visitors may tour the 19 State Rooms, including the Throne Room, Picture Gallery and Ballroom. There is no access to the private apartments.

The last and most famous tea-clipper, which broke all records in 1885. Explore all decks and see the relics and famous figureheads.

Discover is a magical place in Stratford, East London for children aged 2-7 and their families, carers, friends and teachers to make stories together.

Interactive experience for the whole family, drawing on Gunners' personal stories and an internationally important collection to tell the dramatic history of artillery.

The oldest Tudor palace in England with many attractions including the Tudor kitchens, tennis courts, maze and State Apartments and King's Apartments.

World War II cruiser weighing 11,500 tonnes, now a floating naval museum, with 9 decks to explore.

The Imperial War Museum seeks to provide for and to encourage the study and understanding of the history of modern war and 'war time experience'.

Furniture and ceiling paintings from Stuart-Hanoverian periods, rooms from Victorian era and works of art from the Royal Collection. Also Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection.

Knights, Unicorns and kings are traditional brass rubbings for visitors to buy or make themselves while unusual Celtic designs make historical gifts. Rubbings from £3.50.

The history of transport for everyone, from spectacular vehicles, special exhibitions, actors and guided tours to film shows, gallery talks and children's craft workshops.

The Museum in Docklands explores the story of London's river, port and people from Roman times to recent regeneration.

Museum housing toys, dolls, dolls' houses, puppets, toy theatre and games. Children's costume and nursery furniture.

Discover over 2000 years of the capital's history, from prehistoric to modern times. Regular temporary exhibitions and lunchtime lecture programmes.

The story of the British soldier in peace and war, through 5 centuries. Exhibits range from paintings to uniforms and from the English Civil War to Kosovo.

This national museum explains Britain's worldwide influence through its explorers, traders, migrants and naval power. Features on ship models, costume, and ecology of the sea.

Home of the wonders of the natural world, one of the most popular museums in the world and one of London's finest landmarks.

Toys of all kinds including dolls, dolls' houses, Victorian nursery, toy theatres, teddy bears, tin toys and folk toys from around the world.

Fly with the best for free, on the Simulator ride! While waiting to take off, take in an amazing display; aircraft, film shows, interactives and more.

See, touch and experience the major scientific advances of the last 300 years at the largest Museum of its kind in the world.

Wren's famous cathedral church of the diocese of London incorporating the Crypt, Ambulatory and Whispering Gallery.

Exhibition explaining the history of the bridge and how it operates. Enjoy the panoramic views from the Walkway 45 metres above the Thames and visit the original Engines.

Home of the `Beefeaters' and ravens, the building spans 900 years of British history. On display are the nation's Crown Jewels, regalia and armoury robes.

The V&A is one of the world's greatest museums of art and design with unrivalled collections of the decorative arts, dating from 3000BC to the present day.

One of Britain's finest Gothic buildings. Scene of the coronation, marriage and burial of British monarchs. Nave and cloisters, Royal Chapels and Undercroft Museum.

The Museum tells the story of lawn tennis and features a view of the world-famous Centre Court and the original Championship trophies. Tours available, call (020) 8946 6131

Journey to Britain's home front in World War Two. An educational adventure featuring the realistic recreation of the sights and sounds of the London blitz.