DK Travel : London

A city of infinite colour and variety, London is both richly historic, tracing its roots back over 2000 years, and unceasingly modern, at the forefront of fashion, music and the arts. There is a fantastic amount to interest and entertain the visitor here: a selection of the best of the best is explored here.

Museum of London

This comprehensive museum located near the Barbican Centre provides a detailed account of London life from prehistoric times to the present day. It is particularly strong on Roman Londinium, but also has a model re-creating the Great Fire of 1666 and a reconstruction of a Victorian street including several original shopfronts.
Museum of Rugby

At Twickenham Stadium, the national home of rugby. A Mecca for rugby fans, a visit includes a tour of the stadium.
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pancake house resturant
myhotel Bloomsbury

Just off Tottenham Court Road, this hotel is an oasis of calm, with a mystical, Oriental style and attentive staff. The rooms are light and feng-shui assured, with white orchids, fishtanks and candles for decoration.
Namco Station

Popular with children, this centre has arcade games, bumper cars and a bowling alley.
National Gallery
National Gallery and Portrait Gallery

The nation’s most important art collections are held in these two galleries, which hold some of the finest paintings in the world (see National Gallery and Portrait Gallery).
National Maritime Museum

The world’s largest maritime museum, perfectly located in part of Wren’s Royal Naval Hospital, has much to offer. The 1805 Battle of Trafalgar is re-enacted, and Admiral Nelson’s fatally pierced tunic is on display. Antarctic expeditions are recalled and there is a collection of boats, from coracles to royal barges. State-of-the-art simulators give an idea of modern navigation and what it was like when theTitanicwent down.
National Portrait Gallery
Natural History Museum

The whole world of animals and minerals is vividly explained.

Earth Galleries, Natural History Museum

Decorative relief, Natural History Museum

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Hotel price categories

Prices are for a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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- £70–£100
- £100–£150
- £150–£200
- over £200