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The capital of Scotland combines ancient architecture and fascinating history with a vibrant cultural scene and world-famous festivals.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

From Buckingham Palace to Abbey Road, London has a rich history and culture ready and waiting to be discovered.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Part of a 16th-century estate with ties to the English Civil War, this park has a range of grasslands, meadows and gardens straddling the River Thames.

Visit this ancient and beautiful cathedral to attend a service or just admire the wonderful architecture.

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

A gateway to the Scottish Highlands, this city is filled with ancient architecture, modern museums and blooming gardens.

From Buckingham Palace to Abbey Road, London has a rich history and culture ready and waiting to be discovered.

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

This world-famous landmark is at the heart of modern London life, and a testament to the city’s rich engineering and commercial history.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Engage with London’s politics in this innovative building that is shaped like a slanted egg made almost entirely of glass.

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university. 

Visit this cathedral to learn about the history behind London’s most iconic church and its Baroque dome that overlooks the city.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

Enjoy some of the best views of the London skyline from this historic borough. One of the city\'s oldest neighborhoods is home to many of its top attractions. 

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War.