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Visitor attractions and museums

With such rich history, it is no surprise that the City has an impressive offering of museums and historical attractions.

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Photo: St Paul's Cathedral

This famous cathedral is one of London's most iconic sights and the place where people and events of overwhelming importance to the country have been celebrated, mourned and commemorated since the first service took place in 1697.

Photo: Temple Bar
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Attributed to Sir Christopher Wren and built of Portland stone in 1672, the impressive structure of Temple Bar formerly stood at the point where Fleet Street now meets the Strand.

Photo: Temple of Mithras

The remains of this temple to the Zoroastrian God Mithras (a cult figure among Roman men) are reconstructed here; the original site is under a nearby building.

Photo: Tower Bridge Exhibition
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Built by the Victorians over 100 years ago, Tower Bridge is one of the world's most famous bridges and London's most recognised landmark.

Photo: Tower of London

One of London’s most famous buildings, HM Tower of London has played many roles and held many dark secrets throughout its turbulent 900-year history.

Photo: Wesley's Chapel, the Museum of Methodism and John Wesley's House

Internationally-regarded as the Cathedral of World Methodism, the chapel is situated opposite Bunhill Fields which is well worth a look.

Photo: Whitechapel Bell Foundry

The Whitechapel Bell Foundry was established in 1570 and has been in continuous business ever since, making it the oldest manufacturing company in Britain.

Photo: Winston Churchill's Britain at War Experience

A nostalgic World War II experience which gives visitors the opportunity to understand life as it was during 1939 and 1945.