If you're heading on a family trip to London, it's doubtless that you've already got plenty of plans for things to see and do - but how many of the top ten days out are on your list? With so many exciting opportunities, it's crucial to plan ahead to ensure you'll be making the most of the big city - so here are a few of the best attractions that will make your family holiday at its most memorable.

You might want to make your first stop a trip to the London Eye. This huge Ferris wheel sweeps above the city and makes way for amazing views across the entirety of London. Photo opportunities abound and it offers the chance to seek out the other attractions you'll be visiting later. Just at the foot of the eye is the esteemed London Aquarium where the kids can get up close and personal with rays and turtles, as well as toothy sharks and collections of fish they'll recognise from the Pixar movie Finding Nemo.

A family trip to London isn't complete without a visit to the terrifying Tower of London where you can make sure your little ones remember their place as the atmosphere changes to the dark and dingy from the moment you step inside. Similarly, the London Dungeon is perfect for families who want to find out a little more about London's morbid past.

The kids will love a visit to Buckingham Palace to see where the Queen resides and this outing can be topped off with a trip to St James' Park, which can be found opposite the palace. Here, you can feed local wildlife such as squirrels and ducks, which makes way for a cheap and cheerful way to spend the afternoon.

Close by to the park is Downing Street, where the prime minister lives, as well as Westminster where you can take in the immense size of famous clock tower Big Ben, as well as the Houses of Parliament and the stunning Westminster Abbey. Westminster is a quintessential experience when visiting London and makes way for some fantastic photo opportunities.

The bustling Trafalgar Square is another exciting spot to visit, with plenty of shopping opportunities heading off in all directions and this famous square is one of London's most popular tourist spots. Try not to get caught feeding the pigeons, however, as local authorities are attempting to lower the population in the area. Animal lovers needn't fret, though - London Zoo is readily available to fulfil the kids' need for fluffy things and is an excellent attraction where you'll be able to spend hours.

There's plenty to do in London that you'll need to get up early from hotels in London but rest assured that you'll never run low on fun!