New York Habitats Top Ten London Attractions
There are countless attractions to see during your stay in London
. For those who dont have an unlimited amount of time, New York Habitat has created a list of the Top 10 London attractions. If you still have time after visiting these great attractions visit the New York Habitat blog where you can read about many more things to do during your stay in London.Staying in a New York Habitat vacation rental is a great way to experience London, you can feel like a local with your own apartment where you will have access to private kitchens and in some cases terraces and gardens. Visit the New York Habitat website where you can take a look at all of the New York Habitat London accommodations. Choose your apartment based on location, size, amenities or all three. There are plenty of apartments to choose from, to book your vacation rental visit our website and fill out an apartment request form.
London Eye (River Thames, Central London)
The London Eye is the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe and is one of the most popular and fun attractions to see while visiting London. The London Eye is located on the south bank of the river Thames and is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary as London's most iconic landmark.
The Houses of Parliament/ Big Ben (Westminster)
Big Ben, the bell in the third tallest free standing clock tower in the world is over 150 years old. This symbol of London, is located at the north end of the Palace of Westminster and is a great site to see when traveling through London.
Tower of London (London Borough of Tower Hamlets)
The Tower of London is the oldest building used by the British government. The Tower of London is famous for its history as both a royal palace and a prison. The Tower that was once the place of the execution of Queen Anne Boleyn, still remains a royal palace and is worth seeing during your stay in London.
Buckingham Palace (Westminster)
Buckingham Palace is home to the British monarch. It became the British monarch's official residence in 1837 but remains under the ownership of the British state. Visitors can explore the Queen's Gallery which hosts different exhibits throughout the year and can view the state rooms in August and September.
Trafalgar Square (Westminster)
Located in the heart of London, Trafalgar Square displays many statues and sculptures. It is also the place of political demonstrations and community gatherings. Trafalgar square is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world and a great place for both visitors and Londoners to spend an afternoon.
Piccadilly Circus (Westminster)
Located in the heart of London, Piccadilly Circus is the meeting place of five major roads. It is a festive tourist attraction known for its many neon signs and a great meeting place to start off your day while visiting London.
Westminster Abbey (Westminster)
The tradition of daily worship which still goes on at Westminster Abbey was established in the tenth century by Benedictine Monks. Worship is open to everyone, however you can also visit Westminster Abbey Monday through Saturday to view the art, architecture and other famous aspects of the church.
St. Paul's Cathedral (Ludgate Hill in Canterbury)
Located at the highest point in the city of London, St. Paul's Cathedral dates back to the 17th century. It was built in the renaissance style and the dome was created to resemble that of St. Peters Basilica in Rome. St. Paul's Cathedral is beautiful in architecture and history. Prince Charles and Princess Diana were married in this famous church which is still busy with hourly prayer and daily services.
London Bridge (River Thames, Stretches between Southwark and the city of London)
The London Bridge which stretches across the River Thames connecting the city of London and Southwark was first opened in 1729. The latest bridge to hold the name 'London Bridge' opened in 1973 and is there today for all travelers to see while in London.
British Library (Euston Road)
The British Library is one of the largest libraries in the world and is continuing to grow. Over 3 million books are added to the collection each year and has items dating back to 300 BC. In a 1911 act of parliament, a law was passed in which the British Library receives a free copy of every book published in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The library has many reading rooms for visitors to do research and anyone can receive a reading pass.
Whether you are traveling alone or in a group, with family or friends, there is always something to see in London. With New York Habitat you can rent and apartment from 2 nights up to 1 month. There are plenty of options to choose from and the booking and apartment is quick and easy. Take a look at the Top 10 attractions we have listed and dont forget to visit our website for all of your rental needs.
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