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1. 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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2. 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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3. London Bridge
London Bridge is easily one of the most famously named bridges in the world, and the site of the oldest recorded crossing of the River Thames. Walk across the landmark structure, enjoy gorgeous river views and pick up insights into the bridge’s history in its underground vaults.
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4. Tower of London
The Tower of London is among Britain’s top tourist attractions. Although it’s mainly known as a place of imprisonment and execution, this remarkable building has also served as palace, mint, archive, armory, barracks and royal menagerie over the years. See the legendary crown jewels and learn about the tower’s often brutal history.
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5. The Shard
The Shard is a 95-story pyramidal tower with upscale restaurants, a luxury hotel, offices and a viewing gallery. Admire the futuristic design of this glassy skyscraper and its distinctive splintered summit.
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London Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Tilbury with a trip to London Cruise Terminal. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Tilbury Fort
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This fortification at Southend protected the British capital for many years and is today one of the best-preserved historic sites in the U.K.
Coalhouse Fort
Learn about the local history of Tilbury when you spend time at Coalhouse Fort. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- London Bridge
- Tower of London
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- The Shard
- Westfield Stratford City
- Leeds Castle
- Thames River
- London Stadium
- Bluewater Shopping Centre
- Borough Market
- Brick Lane
- Brands Hatch Circuit
- Sky Garden
- Lakeside Shopping Centre
- Barbican Arts Centre
- Adventure Island
- Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- The Gherkin
- Epping Forest
- Southend Pier
- Greenwich Park
- Globe Theatre
- Cutty Sark
- Historic Dockyard Chatham
- Old Spitalfields Market
- Victoria Park
- Rochester Castle
- Chartwell
- Royal Observatory
- London Guildhall
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