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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. 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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3. Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus owes its peculiar name to a certain Roger Baker, a tailor famous for making piccadills, the frilled collars fashionable in the 17th century. The word “circus” refers to the circular motion of the traffic, which whisks around beneath the statue of the Greek god Anteros. Today, the name conjures images of flashing lights, entertainment and the exuberance of a city very much on the move. The area has become a must-see spectacle, attracting both locals and tourists throughout the day and night.
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4. 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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5. 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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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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7. 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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8. 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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What to do in West Thurrock
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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
- Buckingham Palace
- Piccadilly Circus
- O2 Arena
- Tower Bridge
- London Eye
- Big Ben
- Tower of London
- London Bridge
- Trafalgar Square
- The British Museum
- Leicester Square
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Marble Arch
- The Shard
- Finsbury Park
- Russell Square
- Westminster Abbey
- Westfield Stratford City
- Covent Garden Market
- Alexandra Palace
- Emirates Stadium
- Westminster Bridge
- Regent's Park
- Thames River
- Bluewater Shopping Centre
- Brands Hatch Circuit
- Brick Lane
- Piccadilly
- London Stadium
- Sloane Square
- Clapham Common
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