St Paul’s Cathedral
London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.1 miles]
This iconic, domed cathedral is an architectural masterpiece and a highlight of London’s skyline, designed by the great Sir Christopher Wren.
Best for ages: 10+ | £17
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With colourful interiors that are chock-full of character, an award-winning cocktail bar and an acclaimed chef, this Georgian townhouse is a perfect bolthole for individualists and hedonists.
The design means it feels more eccentric country house than hotel: each of the 13 rooms has a unique mix of antiques and curios; all come with decadent bathrooms and plenty of free treats, from rare teas to classic novels.
With so few rooms, you’ll need to book well ahead, but there’s an intimate, house-party feel: this is a hotel for couples who want to immerse themselves in London’s hippest corner, without shouting about it.
The location, on a cobbled square in quietly cool Clerkenwell, adds to the feeling of living like a local (there’s a newer sister hotel in Marylebone, too).
Dickensian Clerkenwell was known for its breweries and gin distilleries. House cocktails, featuring bespoke tinctures and cordials, pay homage to that heritage.
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London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.1 miles]
This iconic, domed cathedral is an architectural masterpiece and a highlight of London’s skyline, designed by the great Sir Christopher Wren.
Best for ages: 10+ | £17
London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.7 miles]
An awe-inspiring collection of more than seven million artefacts spanning two million years, from prehistory to the present day. Highlights include the Rosetta Stone, Elgin Marbles and a granite head of King Rameses II.
Best for ages: 6+ | Free
London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.7 miles]
This grand setting in Covent Garden is home to both the Royal Opera and Royal Ballet companies, and the place for lavish, spectacular performances by the world’s leading singers and dancers.
Best for ages: 18+ | £45 | 1-3 hours
London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.7 miles]
Shakespeare’s works are brought vividly to life at this half-timbered, riverside replica of the Bard’s Elizabethan theatre. A pilgrimage for Shakespeare fans.
Best for ages: 13+ | £10 | 1-3 hours
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London, United Kingdom (UK)[0.7 miles]
It may not sound exciting, but the British Postal Service – one of the worlds’ first – has a rich and fascinating story to tell, and a visit here offers the chance to ride on the Mail Rail.
Best for ages: 8+ | £16
London, United Kingdom (UK)[0.9 miles]
The 300-year-old home of Dr Samuel Johnson, who compiled the first English dictionary here (on display) in 1755. The townhouse is one of the few remnants of Georgian London remaining in the City.
Best for ages: 18+ | £8
London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.3 miles]
The Foundling Hospital was Britain’s first home for abandoned children – today, it’s a museum telling the moving story of the 25,000 orphans raised there.
Best for ages: 13+ | £950
London, United Kingdom (UK)[1.5 miles]
A fascinating museum with five galleries that document the history and workings of one of the world’s oldest and most influential central banks. Learn about the Bank’s history (founded 1694), its role in maintaining the stability of the UK’s economy, the development of banknotes, and handle some gold.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
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