Culture Things to Do in London
- Visitors can expect a wide range of cultural experiences in London.flag image by pearlguy from Fotolia.com
London, England, is a city rich in history, and visitors from all over the world flock here each year for a cultural experience like no other. From world-famous museums to popular art galleries, to historical landmarks, London offers a wide selection of cultural experiences for the young and old. - An Act of Parliament established the British Museum in the mid-1700s. When the doors first opened, the museum was home to manuscripts, books and some antiquities. The location has since expanded, as have the collections, and with free admission to the public, as of 2010, the museum boasts over 6 million visitors each year.
British Museum
44 Great Russell Street
London, England
WC1B 3DG
011-44-020-7323-8000
britishmuseum.org - A London cultural experience for many includes a visit to Tate Modern, the national gallery of international modern art. The museum offers free entry to many of the galleries and houses works by artists such as Matisse, Picasso, Pollock and Dali. Tate Modern also offers temporary art exhibits, educational classes and events, films and live music and dance performances.
Tate Modern
Bankside
London, England
SE1 9TG
011-44-020-7887-8888
tate.org.uk - The Tower of London is a popular destination for visitors of the city.London - Tower of London image by XtravaganT from Fotolia.com
William the Conqueror started building this tower in the 1080s, and since then, it has had many different uses: fortress, palace and prison. Visitors are welcome in this historical location, and tickets can be purchased online. Audio guides are also available for a small charge. The Tower of London also offers adult learning opportunities and family culture events, including seasonal historical re-enactments.
Tower Hill
London, England
EC3N 4AB
011-440-20-7488-5663
hrp.org.uk
