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1. Hyde Park
Hyde Park is one of London’s largest and most well-known parks. The park connects with Kensington Gardens and the two combined cover 630 acres (253 hectares). Together they form the centrepiece of a network of parks known as “London’s Green Lung.” Once the private hunting grounds of King Henry VIII, today the park is filled with heritage sites, monuments and events to attend all year-round.
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2. Big Ben
Catch a glimpse of Big Ben across the River Thames and you’ll know that you have truly arrived in London. Featured in British films, such as “Bridget Jones’s Diary”, “Notting Hill” and “Love Actually”, Big Ben is best viewed from the Thames’ east bank or while strolling along Westminster Bridge, en route to see the Houses of Parliament.
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3. Buckingham Palace
The official home of British royalty since 1837, Buckingham Palace is the epicentre of Britain’s constitutional monarchy. It’s walls have witnessed innumerable state decrees, lavish banquets and foreign dignitary receptions.
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4. Tower Bridge
For London locals, Tower Bridge is a vital part of the city’s infrastructure, ushering 40,000 vehicles safely across the Thames daily. However, for many visitors, the sight of the dual Gothic towers rising above the skyline is a must-see.
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5. O2 Arena
The O2 Arena is an award-winning complex that hosts many types of events, such as sports and music. It has a seating capacity of about 20,000 and has held the title as the busiest arena in the world with more than 2 million ticket sales in a calendar year. It was designed with excellent acoustics to prevent echoing.
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6. London Eye
The 360-degree view from the top of the London Eye is a spectacular way to orientate yourself in London. Below, the River Thames meanders through the teeming metropolis, and on a clear day the views stretch to Windsor Castle, almost 25 miles (40 kilometres) away.
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Lakeside Shopping Centre
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You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lakeside Shopping Centre during your visit to West Thurrock. Stroll along the area's marina or simply savour its lively bars.
Arena Essex Raceway
Catch an event at Arena Essex Raceway and enjoy other activities in West Thurrock such as sailing.Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Lakeside Karting
Enjoy a trip to Lakeside Karting and popular activities such as sailing in Grays. Stroll along the area's marina or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
- Lakeside Shopping Centre
- Arena Essex Raceway
- Hyde Park
- Big Ben
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- London Eye
- Piccadilly Circus
- The British Museum
- Tower of London
- London Bridge
- Trafalgar Square
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Marble Arch
- Leicester Square
- Finsbury Park
- Westminster Abbey
- The Shard
- Russell Square
- Emirates Stadium
- Westfield Stratford City
- Covent Garden Market
- Regent's Park
- Westminster Bridge
- Alexandra Palace
- London Stadium
- ZSL London Zoo
- Thames River
- Bluewater Shopping Centre
- Borough Market
- Sloane Square
- Green Park
- Brands Hatch Circuit
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