Things To Do in London
Banqueting House
Whitehall, Westminster, London, SW1A 2ER
In its heyday Banqueting House (the only surviving section of Whitehall Palace) was the largest royal palace in Europe and continues to host many royal and social occasions. The palace originally started life in the 14th century as one of the Archbishop of York's homes.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster, London, SW1A 1AA
England’s most famous royal palace, and the official London residence of Queen Elizabeth II, opens the doors of its State Rooms to the public every summer.
Central Hall Westminster
Storey's Gate, Westminster, London, SW1H 9NH
Combining its dual functions as an event / conference venue and a Methodist church, the imposing Central Hall Westminster also offers visitors (curious about exploring the inside of this Edwardian structure) free admission and free guided tours daily from 9.30am to 5pm. Of the 30 meeting rooms, the largest holds 2160.
Eltham Palace
Court Yard, off Court Road, Greenwich, London, SE9 5QE
Restored by English Heritage, this fantastic house offers visitors the chance to indulge in the opulence of 1930s Britain whilst at the same time experiencing the solidity and symbolism of medieval London.
Houses of Parliament
Parliament Square, St Margaret Street, Westminster, London, SW1A 0AA
Now more commonly known as the Houses of Parliament, the Palace of Westminster began life in 1042 as a royal residence under Edward the Confessor.
Marble Hill House
Richmond Road, Richmond upon Thames, London, TW1 2NL
Set in 66 acres of parkland, this riverside Palladian villa housed Henrietta Howard, the mistress of King George II when he was Prince of Wales.