2024

CHRIST CHURCH COLLEGE & CATHEDRAL

Schools colleges and universities to visit
4.8/5
5 reviews

As early as the 10th century, Salerno, Pavia, Bologna and Paris had schools of higher learning welcoming students from all over Europe. In England, on the other hand, illiteracy prevailed almost everywhere, including among the clergy. Hence the creation, in 1133, of a school of higher learning with the primary aim of training better-educated clerics. Oxford was a natural choice: the city was one of the most important in the kingdom, and great masters taught in churches or organized public readings before an audience of learned clerics. Oxford became a true university town when Henry II ordered English clerics to return from Paris. Christ Church is certainly the city's most famous and finest college. Its construction was ordered by King Henry VIII in 1546. Its 17th-century dome jealously guards a bell called Great Tom, which strikes 101 times every evening to signal the closing of the college gates. In the main courtyard, nicknamed Tom Quad, you'll find the great hall and its famous staircase. Founded in 1525, the college chapel is also Oxford Cathedral, the smallest cathedral in England. It inspired Lewis Caroll, who taught there, to writeAlice in Wonderland, while the chapel's architecture influenced some of the fantastic settings in his famous novel. Several Harry Potter scenes were also filmed here.

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 Oxford
2024

WIMBLEDON LAWN TENNIS MUSEUM

Specialized museum
5/5
3 reviews

At Wimbledon, the arrival of summer marks the imminent start of this legendary tournament. Take the opportunity to visit this legendary venue and discover the traditions that have made Wimbledon the most coveted title in tennis. Immerse yourself in the history of the tournament, explore the backstage area and admire the center court. Soak up the iconic atmosphere of this prestigious tournament and explore the exhibitions that showcase the legends of tennis.

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 London
2024

THE MAKING OF HARRY POTTER - STUDIO TOUR LONDON

Guided tours
4.7/5
6 reviews

Certainly one of London's most famous tours! Take the Magicobus to the original Warner Bros. studios of the Harry Potter films. Discover stunning sets such as the Great Hall and the Chemin de Traverse, contemplate the dresses worn by Hermione and the actors' costumes, learn all about the various special effects and even taste some Bièraubeurre! A magical day out for all Harry fans, young and old alike.

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 London
2024

PITT RIVERS MUSEUM

Museum of history and natural sciences
5/5
3 reviews

A fascinating museum of anthropology and archaeology, this museum is right next to the Oxford Museum of Natural History and can be accessed through its entrance. It opened its doors in 1884, when General Pitt Rivers, an influential figure in the development of evolutionary archaeology and anthropology, decided to leave its collections to Oxford University. It is still possible to see objects from all regions of the world. It is also an educational and research institution. We love its typically Victorian atmosphere.

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 Oxford
2024

SEVEN SISTERS

Natural site to discover
5/5
2 reviews

A must-see in southern England! Between Eastbourne and Seaford, the Seven Sisters are a series of white chalk cliffs, whose undulating summits offer beautiful walks. In addition to the cliffs, the 280-hectare site includes sublime valleys with winding rivers and paths through meadows along the coast. As well as exploring on foot, there are many other activities on offer: cycling, kayaking, volunteering with a ranger... and even an evening of stargazing. Find out more at the Visitor Centre!

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 Eastbourne
2024

CATHEDRAL CLOSE

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
5/5
2 reviews

The cathedral, built in 1333, is the largest and most beautiful in England. It is a set of lawns and old buildings. Even today, the enclosure is closed every evening and the residents each have their keys.

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 Salisbury
2024

ST JOHN'S COLLEGE

Schools colleges and universities to visit
5/5
2 reviews

Famous for its university choir, considered one of the best in the world. The college was founded in 1511 by Margaret Beaufort, mother of Henry VII. The chapel housing the renowned choir was built in 1863. St John's is also proud to have produced 9 Nobel Prize winners, as well as six prime ministers, three archbishops, two princes... Quite an impressive list. Among them, the poet William Wordsworth and the mathematician Paul Dirac, one of the fathers of quantum mechanics. His Bridge of Sighs across the River Cam is also noteworthy.

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 Cambridge
2024

OFFICE DE TOURISME

Tourist office
4.8/5
4 reviews

You will find all information about activities, restaurants, hotels…

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 Cambridge
2024

OLD SPITALFIELDS MARKET

Markets
5/5
2 reviews
Another vintage landmark, still in the East, where you can also find pieces ... Read more
 London
2024

LEEDS CASTLE

Castles to visit
5/5
2 reviews

Built in 1119, this medieval castle stands in the beautiful Kent countryside. Once a stronghold, Leeds Castle has since been transformed into a royal residence, with the surrounding wall demolished. The tour includes the moat, now populated by white swans, and a yew labyrinth. The building is considered one of the most beautiful in the world, and houses the only known dog collar museum. You can also watch the celestial ballet of falconry birds of prey. It's a magical setting.

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 Leeds Castle
2024

O2 ARENA

Contemporary architecture
5/5
2 reviews

As its original name suggests, the Millennium Dome was created to celebrate the turn of the millennium, and was inaugurated on January1, 2000. Built on the line of the Greenwich meridian, this immense dome - the largest in the world - lends a futuristic allure to the landscape. In 2005, the Millennium Dome became The O2 and underwent a veritable renaissance. It is now a vast complex comprising a shopping mall outlet, cinema, restaurants and a concert hall hosting the world's greatest artists.

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 London
2024

HAMPTON COURT PALACE

Castles to visit
5/5
2 reviews

Hampton Court Palace was the favorite residence of the famous King Henry VIII. Along with St. James' Palace, it is the only of Henry VIII's castles to have survived the passage of time. The royal family lived there until the 18th century. The gardens, with their labyrinth and tennis court built in 1626, are well worth a visit. The Labyrinth is one of the oldest vegetated labyrinths in Europe. Don't miss " The Chocolate Kitchens ", recently opened to the public! They were used for the meticulous preparation of this luxurious food at the time.

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 Hampton Court
2024

TINTAGEL CASTLE

Castles to visit
5/5
1 review

At the top of the cliffs lie the ruins of this legendary castle, traditionally believed to be the birthplace of King Arthur. The present structure was built later, in the 13th century, and the site chosen for its construction is exceptional. To reach it, you have to climb steep, uneven steps. The spectacular views will reward your efforts, and both the panorama and the setting are magnificent, with the jagged coastline all around and the sea as far as the eye can see. An exhibition on site tells the story of the site. A pleasant visit.

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 Tintagel
2024

WESTGATE GARDENS

Parks and gardens
5/5
1 review

This garden stretches between the Stour River and the Westgate Towers. The walk is pleasant.

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 Canterbury
2024

MOMPESSON HOUSE

Mansion to visit
5/5
1 review

Built at the very beginning of the 18th century in 1701, during the reign of Queen Anne, the Mompesson House boasts magnificent ceilings and an absolutely sumptuous oak staircase. There is a strange, nostalgic atmosphere in the house that contrasts with the hustle and bustle of Cathedral Close. It was for this reason, among others, that it was selected as the location for the film Reasons and Feelings, based on the novel by Jane Austen. A visit not to be missed for lovers of beautiful homes!

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 Salisbury
2024

NATIONAL RAILWAY MUSEUM

Specialized museum
5/5
1 review

From the first train to the Eurostar, the whole world of rail travel is detailed in this national museum. You can get up close to more than 300 vehicles, including the world's fastest steam engine, Harry Potter's Hogwarts Express, but also royal luxury carriages and the first locomotives of the Industrial Revolution. In all, three centuries of history and a compilation of a million rail-related objects, such as photos, artworks, posters and decorations. Some of the industrial heritage of Liverpool and Manchester.

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 York
2024

BEACHES

Natural site to discover
5/5
1 review

St Ives has beautiful sandy beaches. Porthmeor Beach, 700 m long, just opposite the Tate Gallery is the favorite of surfers.

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 Saint-Ives
2024

GLASTONBURY TOR

Towers to visit
5/5
1 review

Symbol of Glastonbury, this great hill was a place of retreat for the monks, before becoming a chapel, destroyed by an earthquake in 1275. Rebuilt later, the ruins of the Chapel of St Michael can still be seen here. Today it is only a tower, but a mystical atmosphere surrounds it. The Arthurian legends linked to the site are numerous and some see the entrance to Avalon, the burial place of King Arthur. You have to climb it to grasp the magnificence of the place and the flat landscapes that surround it. Beautiful pictures from the top

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 Glastonbury
2024

YORK MINSTER

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
5/5
1 review

This gigantic cathedral is one of the most beautiful in the world and is the undisputed icon of the whole city and indeed of Yorkshire. In 1220, the Archbishop of York decided to replace the Norman building that stood there with a jewel of Gothic architecture capable of rivaling Canterbury, the superb neighbour to the south. The challenge was met! This colossus can even tease Notre Dame, and its medieval stained glass windows (West Window) are considered the most brilliant in Britain. But it's the whole thing that is so beautiful, and it's a delight from the inside as well as the outside. During your visit, don't miss the statues of the King's Screen and the organ which is leaning against it. The circular Chapter House is also absolutely enchanting. For a small additional fee, you can reach the top of the Minster from the central tower. The views over the city and the Yorkshire countryside are breathtaking. As are the very narrow and steep stairs leading up to it... However, beware of peak hours and busy days, when the building is quickly taken over by groups of tourists. If you don't have enough time, at least take a tour outside.

Undercroft. When the Minster threatened to collapse in the 1970s, salvage attempts revealed some 2,000-year-old rubble.Descend into the bowels of the earth to view the remains of an ancient Roman fort, original early foundations and finds around a Saxon cemetery

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 York
2024

CATHEDRAL BRISTOL

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
5/5
1 review

Saint Augustine's Abbey was built in 1140 and, by 1542, the building had expanded to form the new cathedral. A fine example of Gothic architecture, it boasts a sumptuous and imposing chapter house, the meeting place of the monks. The nave was destroyed in the 16th century, then rebuilt in the 19th century according to its original medieval plan. It forms a large, uniform hall with the choir and aisles, which are the same height. A must-see in Bristol. The gardens surrounding the church are equally beautiful.

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 Bristol
2024

BANQUETING HOUSE

Palaces to visit
5/5
1 review

Right next door to the Palace of Westminster, Banqueting House is a resilient presence within Whitehall, remaining the only part of the building not destroyed by the tragic fire of 1698. The fire, started by a maid inadvertently leaving her washing to dry far too close to the fireplace, engulfed much of this magnificent palace. Banqueting House, an authentic architectural treasure, was built by Inigo Jones between 1619 and 1622, one of England's leading classical architects. A testament to the classical style, and more specifically the Palladian style, close to the Italian Renaissance, Banqueting House embodies an aesthetic which, at the time, was totally revolutionary in England.

Comprising a single hall spread over two levels, Banqueting House was long the epicenter of grandiose festivities. In 1635, Charles I commissioned Rubens to paint a fresco on the ceiling in memory of his father. But once the work was finished, he feared that the smoke would damage the painting, and the feasts were held elsewhere. It was this same Charles I who was beheaded in front of the Palace of Whitehall on January 30, 1639, bearing the brunt of the first English revolution. Rubens' work is the painter's only in situ painting. It features three main scenes: the union of the crowns, the apotheosis of James I and his reign. Between 1890 and 1964, the building served as an army chapel and museum. Today, it is occasionally used for receptions.



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 London
2024

QUARTER CAVE

Street square and neighborhood to visit
4.5/5
6 reviews

This is the neighborhood around Matthew Street. A Mecca of the Beatles, visitors come to find one of the places of their beginnings. Indeed, this was where the group was born at the Cavern Club where it occurred 292 times between 1961 and 1963. It is also here that producer Brian Einstein lives the Beatles for the first time. The original club was demolished, but it has been rebuilt since then.

After their concerts, the four stars would usually take a drink at the "The Grape" pub. Next to the Cave Club, a "wall of celebrities" also bears the names of the other famous groups that have gone there. Another presents gold discs, each one of which is a singer or a Liverpool group that reached first place in the English hit. On Matthew Street you will also find a statue of John Lennon and the Matthew Street Gallery, specialized in the art that came to the singer (drawings) and photographs of the Beatles. It's obviously on Matthew Street that most of the festivities were held during the week of the Beatles in August.

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 Liverpool
2024

LAND'S END

Natural Crafts
5/5
1 review

With its poetic, evocative name, Land's End is Cornwall's other famous headland, along with Lizard Point. This is not the most southerly, but the most westerly point in the whole country, offering a wider, more jagged panorama. Spectacular views of the surrounding cliffs, facing the open Atlantic. It's a pity that the site is so overdeveloped for tourism, with several buildings including a small, typically English amusement complex. The best thing to do is simply to park in the (paying) parking lot and head straight for the coast, avoiding all the unnatural attractions, especially in the off-season when the area is not very busy. A famous (very) long-distance hiking route starts here, linking Land's End to John's O' Groats, the last village in north-west Scotland. Nicknamed the "End to End", it covers more than 1,400 km and attracts mainly cyclists, but also a few hikers ready to cross the length of Great Britain... Arm yourself with binoculars, and you'll be able to spot gannets diving right before your eyes. Land's End is one of the most dangerous places for boats to pass through, with its jutting rocks. In all, more than 37 shipwrecks have occurred here. Explanatory panels explain the dangers of these tumultuous, rocky waters. Take your time, watch the waves and enjoy the fresh air.

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 Land'S End
2024

EVAN EVANS TOURS

Guided tours
5/5
1 review

This company offers a wide range of guided tours in and around London. Among the options, one tour has become legendary: "Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath". This is a full-day excursion dedicated to discovering England's three most iconic sites. You'll travel aboard a luxury coach, accompanied by a dedicated professional guide, whose commentary will be audible at all times through individual headphones. This experience combines history and comfort to meet your every expectation.

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 London
2024

BRISTOL AEROSPACE

Museum of history and natural sciences €€
5/5
1 review

This museum is dedicated to aerospace, an industry in which Bristol specializes. The local star is, of course, the Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, designed and built here. It was the last Concorde to fly, and could cross the Atlantic in just three hours. You can see the interiors, but other aircraft are also on display. And don't forget the Red Arrows simulator! The attraction is housed on a former World War I base, renovated and refitted to accommodate it.

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 Bristol
2024

OXFORD CASTLE & Prison

Castles to visit
5/5
1 review

This great Norman fortress, partly in ruins, stands to the west of Oxford city center. The wooden fortifications on the motte castrale were replaced by stone in the 11th century and, like many similar sites in England, the castle was largely destroyed during the English Civil War. In the 18th century, what remained was converted into a prison. Today, guided tours take visitors into the bowels of the building to discover its varied and tormented history.

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 Oxford
2024

PRIMROSE HILL

Parks and gardens
4.6/5
5 reviews

Don't miss Primrose Hill which, as its name suggests, is a hill in the northward extension of Regent's Park. It's a trendy little park where local Londoners like to come for picnics, but Primrose Hill above all offers one of the best views of London. Don't hesitate to take a stroll through the pretty streets of Primrose Hill, via Regent's Park Road and Chalcot Crescent. A real gem. Many celebrities live behind these superb colorful facades, including Kate Moss and Jude Law.

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 London
2024

PALACE OF WESTMINSTER - BIG BEN

Public buildings to visit
5/5
1 review

The building that once housed royal residences now embodies the Houses of Parliament, the prestigious precinct where the UK's House of Commons and House of Lords operate.
Originally built in 1097, Westminster Hall is the oldest part of the building. The rest of the building dates back to the 19th century, after a gigantic fire destroyed much of it in 1834. Architect Sir Charles Barry (1795-1860) was commissioned to rebuild the building in a neo-Gothic style inspired by the Tudor era. Work lasted from 1840 to 1852. Today, the palace extends over 3.24 hectares and is almost 300 meters long. There are some 1,100 rooms, 100 staircases and 4.8 km of corridors. It also contains state apartments for the Speakers of both Houses.
On the north facade of the building, atop the clock tower (renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012), Big Ben is also one of the city's symbols. This 13.5-tonne bell stands 96 metres high and was installed in 1859. This iconic London tower is currently undergoing major renovation work. These have been the subject of numerous articles, as they are expected to cost a total of over £80 million, compared with the initial figure of £30 million. The work involves repairing damage caused by a World War II bomb, asbestos and pollution.

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 London
2024

CATHEDRAL CHESTER

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
5/5
1 review

According to legend, the site was a Druidic monument before becoming a Roman temple dedicated to Apollo. A first Christian church was built there in 660, and in 875, the relics of St. Werburgh of York were brought here to protect the population from Viking incursions. In 1092, Hugh Lupus, the nephew of William the Conqueror, began the construction of a large monastery; the building underwent many modifications before becoming a cathedral in 1541. Today, it is particularly famous for its pink stone architecture in the rich Gothic style. We appreciate its magnificent 12th century choir and its perfectly restored cloister.

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 Chester
2024

GUILDHALL ART GALLERY & LONDON ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE

Art gallery exhibition space foundation and cultural center
5/5
1 review

In the heart of the City, Guildhall has been the centre of government since the Middle Ages. The first Guildhall was built in the 15th century, and its original porch has been preserved to this day. The façade, built in 1789, is a curious variation on the use of architectural elements from the era of cathedral builders. For several centuries, the Guildhall has been both the Parliament and the City Hall of La City. It houses the oldest watchmaking museum in the world.

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 London
2024

ROYAL COURTS OF JUSTICE

Public buildings to visit
5/5
1 review

Inaugurated by Queen Victoria in 1882, the Royal Court of Justice houses the Supreme Court. George Edmund Street designed the entire neo-Gothic building. The rooms known as the "Bear Garden" with their beautiful panelled ceilings and wallpaper with the Court's emblems are on display. Their name would come from the atmosphere that emerged during the settlement of certain disputes, similar to that of a bear fight. In the main hall, two pillars of a very flowery style and under the arches a column that does not extend to the ground.

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 London
2024

HAMPTON COURT PALACE

Palaces to visit
5/5
1 review

The magnificent Hampton Court Palace and its gardens make up a magnificent walk in Surrey, south of London. The place was used in particular as the residence of King Henry VIII. He was the most famous occupant and the first royal owner. We discover the ceremonial apartments, the large hall, the royal chapel. The Tudor kitchen could feed up to 800 people, it is the most important 16th century kitchen still in existence. Outside, the gardens are superb, a rose garden, a French garden and a labyrinth complete the visit.

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 London
2024

BRISTOL MUSEUM & ART GALLERY

General museum
5/5
1 review

As soon as you enter, the legendary Bristol Boxhite aeroplane flies overhead. Housed in a magnificent Edwardian building, the museum is home to archaeological collections, ceramics and porcelain from all over the world, exhibits from ancient and modern civilizations and an impressive natural history section. And don't miss the contemporary art gallery, featuring works by some of the world's most renowned artists. A museum well worth a visit.

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 Bristol
2024

THE ROUND CHURCH

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
5/5
1 review

Built in 1130, on the model of the rotunda of the church of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, this small church is in Romanesque style, one of the four medieval round churches in England. Bill Gates, the Dalai Lama and Queen Victoria have all walked through his door! It is the second oldest building in the city. Don't miss this amazing round stone architecture. Inside, a 20-minute video projection invites you to discover the history of Cambridge. This church is therefore a good starting point for a visit to the city.

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 Cambridge
2024

DENNIS SEVERS' HOUSE

Places associated with famous people to visit
5/5
1 review

If you're looking for an original visit, Dennis Severs' house should be just what you're looking for. You'll witness the daily life of a Huguenot family in the 17th and 18th centuries. The reconstruction is meticulous, with candlelight and open fire heating. The house has been brought to life by an artist, Dennis Severs, who, until his death in 1999, lived in this atmosphere, in the manner of the 18th century, without any modern comforts. Every detail has been recreated. Please note that it is strictly forbidden to touch any of the objects!

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 London
2024

THE VIKTOR WYND MUSEUM OF CURIOSITIES

Museums
5/5
1 review

It's the ideal place for offbeat photos, if you love all things eccentric! We plunge into the heart of a dark and unusual cabinet of curiosities. It's a totally different experience, far removed from the usual tourist spots. Taxidermy, fetuses in jars, butterflies and exotic insects, the skeleton of a giant anteater, dodo bones... In a setting like this, it's easy to feel like Poe or Baudelaire. You can round off your visit with a cocktail at The Absynth Parlour, the museum's bar.

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 London
2024

SOMERSET HOUSE

Art gallery exhibition space foundation and cultural center
5/5
1 review

This huge neo-classical building stands on the same site as the original Old Somerset House, built in 1547 by order of Edward Seymour, first Duke of Somerset. On the fall of the latter, the building became royal property and a place of entertainment, but as it fell into disrepair, the court moved to St James's Palace. It was William Chambers who, in the 18th century, transformed the building in the purest Palladian style. Today, Somerset House is one of London's major cultural centers, housing the Courtauld Institute's collection since 1989. Less well known than some of London's other museums, the Courtauld Institute boasts a superb private collection, notably of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists, including such masters as Degas, Cézanne, Van Gogh and Gauguin. Somerset House is an important venue for exhibitions, events and art fairs. There's always something going on, with exhibitions, workshops, discussions and other cultural events. Its superb courtyard is the venue for summer concerts and film screenings under the stars. In winter, a skating rink is set up in a 100% fairytale atmosphere. Its exceptional architecture has been used as a backdrop for many famous films, including The Duchess and Love Actually. It's an institution not to be missed on your visit to the capital - you won't be disappointed, whatever the program!

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 London
2024

DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK - INFORMATION

Natural site to discover

Two information sites on Dartmoor National Park - All possible activities are detailed, as well as accommodation and restaurants.

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 Dartmoor National Park
2024

THE BEATLES STORY

Specialized museum
4.3/5
7 reviews

If you hadn't grasped yet, the stars of Liverpool are still the Beatles. This is the temple dedicated to them, built on the equally mythical Albert Dock. There are many who come here telling the story of the four boys in the wind. Their entire universe is set in a playful and didactic way. A suite of rooms gives you the unique path and atmosphere that colle them to the skin: costumes, studios, reconstructions, instruments and even the famous Yellow Submarine or the white piano consecrated by the song Imagine of John Lennon… If you don't know much about their career, it's an excellent introduction. If you're already a @ fan, let's know you'll learn one thing or two anyway. This museum is deliciously kitsch and a reproduction of the Cub Accueille welcomes visitors, beer less… The Merseybeat movement also has a voice in the chapter and its date of the American sailors is not forgotten. Multilingual audioguide available.

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 Liverpool
2024

INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS

Art gallery exhibition space foundation and cultural center

Founded in 1946 by Geoffrey Grigson, Roland Penrose, Herbert Read, Peter Gregory, E.L.T. Mesens and Peter Watson, the Institute of Contemporary Arts quickly achieved the status of a museum of modern art, introducing the general public to artists of all kinds. Today, it hosts exhibitions and cutting-edge film screenings all year round. It's an astonishing sight in this very wise and traditional Mayfair district. Don't be fooled by the façade's apparent classicism.

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 London
2024

BATTERSEA POWER STATION

Works of art to see

A former power station with a brick building and emblematic chimneys, featured on the cover of a Pink Floyd album in particular, it is an Art Deco masterpiece created in the 1930s. Since its closure in the 1980s, Battersea Power Station had been abandoned, despite several rehabilitation projects. It has now been transformed not only into a shopping center, but also into a theater, concert hall, bar and cinema! A beautiful cultural space, where you can relax and have a good time.

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 London
2024

OLD TRUMAN BREWERY

Street square and neighborhood to visit

In the heart of Shoreditch, The Old Truman Brewery is a vast brick-built complex that was once London's largest brewery and Britain's2nd largest. The Black Eagle brewery belonged to the Truman family, hence its name and the inscription on the large industrial chimney. Over the past 15 years, the site has been reborn from its industrial past to become home to art galleries, trendy boutiques, several trendy bars and clubs and vintage markets typical of the East End. A place not to be missed when strolling down Brick Lane!

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 London
2024

SAATCHI GALLERY

Art gallery exhibition space foundation and cultural center

The Saatchi Gallery moved from County Hall in 2005 and relocated to King's Road in 2008. The new multi-storey space allows for a better display of the works of contemporary artists selected by Charles Saatchi. The opening of this gallery in the London cultural panorama has been a real success and the famous collector who discovered artists such as Tracey Emin or Damien Hirst has a major influence on British art. The exhibitions change regularly but are always of high quality!

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 London
2024

19 PRINCELET STREET

Places associated with famous people to visit

This seemingly ordinary house contains a treasure trove of history. It was in this pretty Georgian building that a French Huguenot family took refuge in 1744, following Catholic persecution of Protestants in the second half of the 16th century. They integrated into English society thanks to their talent for the textile trades, and their skills as dressmakers and weavers. In 1869, the Jewish community built a synagogue on the site of the garden where the children of the Ogier family once played. The synagogue is still there, and it's extraordinary to walk through the door of this seemingly anonymous little house and find such a religious edifice.

The building, after years of neglect, is in a rather dilapidated state and in need of financial support. The building has become a cultural center in the Spitalfields district, with the vocation of becoming a museum of immigration to London through the ages. For these reasons, the house is only open exceptionally throughout the year, by reservation and only for group visits. Admission is free, but a donation is more than welcome to help with the work and support all those involved in preserving and restoring this fabulous piece of history. You'll learn many fascinating things during your visit. A timeless and simply magical place for those lucky enough to visit!

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 London
2024

CATHEDRAL SALISBURY

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
4.5/5
4 reviews

One of Britain's most famous cathedrals, it also boasts the tallest church spire in the UK. It was built between 1220 and 1258 in the early English Gothic style. The cloister, chapter house (which houses one of only four surviving copies of the Magna Carta), tower and spire were not completed until 500 years later. The ceiling of the nave is also beautifully painted. Behind the altar, you'll admire the highly-constructed perspectives, with their pure, perfectly-balanced lines. The arches are painted green or red, accentuating their slender appearance, while the black marble columns add rhythm to the beauty of the proportions. In the cloister, two cedar trees flourish, protected by stone galleries. In the evenings, light shines through their needles, reflecting a soft, slightly green light onto the pale grey walls beneath the bell tower... The painter Constable immortalized this architectural masterpiece and contributed to its popularity. Another must-see is England's oldest working clock. It's a must-see that's sure to leave no one unmoved!

Cathedral Close: the cathedral precinct, built in 1333, is the largest in England. It includes Mompesson House and other beautiful medieval houses. Even today, the site is closed every evening, and residents each have their own key.

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 Salisbury
2024

LONDON TRANSPORT MUSEUM

Specialized museum
4.5/5
4 reviews

Did you know that the London Underground runs under the foundations of buildings and not under the streets, as in Paris for example? This explains why many escalators are used to access the underground platforms. London Underground is the first train to be built underground. 2 million people use the London Underground every day and thousands scatter in the famous red buses. London's transport network is therefore a key issue, as Londoners will confirm. From the oldest subways in the world to the mythical buses, relive the history of these inventions. At the beginning of the visit, you take the elevator back to London in the 1800s, instead of the floors, the latter indicates the years you go back up. And then the route is chronological. A true journey back in time! It is an ideal museum with children. Very interactive: we get on the old buses, we sit in the old subway cars. A feminist approach is also developed throughout the museum with small panels evoking the place of women in the evolution of London's transport system by period. The problems related to transport and urban development are well addressed. Another very successful museum with reconstructions, models, clear panels for all ages. Throughout the museum, the seats are covered with the fabrics that decorate the metro lines and even the walls of the toilets take up the pattern of the different lines.

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 London
2024

LEICESTER SQUARE

Street square and neighborhood to visit
4.5/5
4 reviews

Formerly the garden of the residence of Robert Sidney, Duke of Leicester and French ambassador between 1636 and 1641, it first became a public garden in 1874 before becoming a busy pedestrian square. Since the 19th century, the square has enjoyed a reputation as an entertainment hub, home to a plethora of cinemas, bars and nightclubs, offering visitors a wide range of revelry. Its most famous residents: William Hogarth, Joshua Reynolds, Isaac Newton. The fountain in the center of the square is a tribute to Shakespeare.

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 London
2024

REGENT'S CANAL

Natural site to discover
4.5/5
4 reviews
Our favourite place to stroll in London, quiet and bucolic. And still ... Read more
 London
2024

Emirates Stadium Tour

Street square and neighborhood to visit
4.3/5
6 reviews

Football fans will come to dive into an amazing experience that will take them in the behind the scenes of one of the most mythical stadiums in the world, the Emirates Stadium, fief of the famous Gunners of Arsenal. Walk through the tunnel and the dressing rooms to feel the emotion and energy of this wonderful place, full of memories. There are two types of tours:

The first is done with an audio guide available in 9 languages including French. It lasts between 55 and 90 minutes.

If you want to test your English and meet one of the former stars of Arsenal, choose the "Legends Tour", and an old glory of the club will guide you! Currently, it is Charlie George, hero of the FA Cup Football 1971, John Radford, Perry Groves, who won the League Cup in 1991, or Lee Dixon, the legendary right-back, who will join together for an approximately 90 minutes tour.

The two guided tours include free admission to the museum. An interactive and modern museum that will make you relive the epic of this great club through cult videos and objects.

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 London
2024

FITZWILLIAM MUSEUM

General museum
4.5/5
4 reviews

The Fitzwilliam museum is the art museum of Cambridge University, founded in 1848 by the great collector Richard Fitzwilliam. It takes the form of a neoclassical temple. It is a real little Louvre on its own: Egyptian, Roman, Greek rooms; Italian and Venetian paintings with paintings of Titian or Veronese; 17th century Dutch painting; self-portrait of Rembrandt; landscapes of Van Gogh; 16th and 17th century Flemish painting (Van Dyck, Van Heemskerck, Brueghel le Jeune, Tristan).

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 Cambridge