# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
London Video Hom London Video Whip London People Lifestyle London Walking Tour London Song London Police London Royal Music Video London House of Milan Videos London Woolwich Attack London Firework Show New Year's Eve Fireworks London London Terrorist Attack On Soldier YouTube BBC New Year's Firworks 12 31 13 London England Tour of England

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Plan your stay with these free London attractions. There are many things to do in London for free, from free museums to free attractions in London.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
London's secret sights: 14 odd attractions you never knew were there

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
This beautiful fan-vaulted pedestrian subway in Crystal Palace could be reopened to the public this year, campaigners are hoping. The subway, which once linked the Crystal Palace (destroyed by fire in 1936) with Crystal Palace High Level railway station (demolished in 1961), served as an air raid shelter during the Second World War, and even appeared in a Chemical Brothers music video, but has been closed for several years due to safety concerns.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
From the modern Coca-Cola London Eye, to the historic Tower of London, the top 10 tourist attractions in London are a must-see on any London sightseeing trip. Even better, many London landmarks are free to visit, while others are available with discounted entry or special offers when using a London Pass. Use the London Attractions Map to find them all.

There are also plenty of kid-friendly places to visit in London. Get up close and personal with underwater creatures at SEALIFE London aquarium or explore the Science Museum, London's interactive hub of science and technology. Both are perfect for fun family days out in London.

You could also soak up some culture at London museums, visit the Queen at Buckingham Palace, or take the perfect picture with Big Ben; just some of the many iconic places to go in London.

The top 10 free London attractions list is based on visitor numbers: start your sightseeing in London now with these popular spots.

Don't miss out on some of London's best attractions during busy times. Book online to avoid the queues at the top 10 bookable London attractions and get fast-track tickets and easy access to London's sights.

Top 10 Bookable Attractions

Top 10 Free Attractions

Have a magical day out with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Harry Potter films at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. See first-hand the sets, costumes, and props used in all the Harry Potter films, and step inside some of the films' locations including the Great Hall, Dumbledore's office and Hagrid's hut.

Read More

The Coca-Cola London Eye is a major feature of London's skyline. It boasts some of London's best views from its 32 capsules, each weighing 10 tonnes and holding up to 25 people. Climb aboard for a breathtaking experience, with an unforgettable perspective of more than 55 of London's most famous landmarks - all in just 30 minutes!

Read More

Book in advance for one of the best selling London tours. Buy a 24-hour ticket and enjoy the freedom to hop on and off the sightseeing buses and explore some of London's most famous places, such as Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral and Trafalgar Square.

Read More

At Madame Tussauds, you'll come face-to-face with some of the world's most famous faces. From Shakespeare to Lady Gaga you'll meet influential figures from showbiz, sport, politics and even royalty. Strike a pose with Usain Bolt, get close to One Direction or receive a once-in-a-lifetime audience with Her Majesty the Queen.

Read More

Take a tour with one of the Yeoman Warders around the Tower of London, one of the world's most famous buildings. Discover its 900-year history as a royal palace, prison and place of execution, arsenal, jewel house and zoo! Gaze up at the White Tower, tiptoe through a medieval king's bedchamber and marvel at the Crown Jewels.

Read More

Kensington Palace is one of the most intriguing of the Historic Royal Palaces. Discover stories from Queen Victoria's life in the Victoria Revealed exhibition; master courtly games in the King's State Apartments; glimpse a modern Princess in an exhibition of Diana's dresses; and uncover the secrets of a fragile dynasty in the Queen's State Apartments.

Read More

Rise high above London and see the city's iconic skyline from a unique perspective, with views stretching up to 40 miles (64km). Spot the likes of the Coca-Cola London Eye, St Paul's Cathedral and Wembley Stadium from The View from The Shard's observation deck, which sits 800ft (244m) up Western Europe's tallest building.

Read More

Fully deserving of its world heritage status, more than one million visitors a year flock to this 700-year-old building. Head to one of its highly popular tours and take in a site steeped in the history of British kings and queens of old.

Read More

Get a taste of the deep blue sea at SEA LIFE London. Spot up to 400 species including sharks, stingrays, moray eels and clown fish at the aquarium. See stunning green sea turtles and test your nerve on the glass "shark walk". Learn more at daily talks and feeding times.

Read More

Delve into the ancient capital's most horrible history at the London Dungeon - experience live actors, thrilling rides and exciting special effects. Step back into the darkest of times... are you brave enough to face 90 minutes of London's dark past?

Read More

The world-famous British Museum exhibits the works of man from prehistoric to modern times, from around the world. Highlights include the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures and the mummies in the Ancient Egypt collection. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

The crowning glory of Trafalgar Square, London's National Gallery is a vast space filled with Western European paintings from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Find works by masters such as Van Gogh, da Vinci, Botticelli, Constable, Renoir, Titian and Stubbs. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

Sitting grandly on the banks of the Thames is Tate Modern, Britain's national museum of modern and contemporary art. Its unique shape is due to it previously being a power station. The gallery's restaurants offer fabulous views across the city. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

As well as the permanent (and permanently fascinating!) dinosaur exhibition, the Natural History Museum boasts a collection of the biggest, tallest and rarest animals in the world. See a life-sized blue whale, a 40-million-year-old spider, and the beautiful Central Hall. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

Located by the river Thames, the centre offers sweeping views of the capital from the Coca-Cola London Eye to St Paul's Cathedral. The Southbank Centre is a unique metropolitan arts centre, with acres of creative space and an extraordinary history. Includes the Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Hayward Gallery. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

Somerset House is home to London's Courtauld Gallery with its collection of Old Masters, Impressionist and Post-impressionist paintings, and The Embankment Galleries with a rotating programme of exhibitions dedicated to art, design, fashion and photography. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

From the future of space travel to asking that difficult question: "who am I?", the Science Museum makes your brain perform Olympic-standard mental gymnastics. See, touch and experience the major scientific advances of the last 300 years; and don't forget the awesome Imax cinema. Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

The V&A celebrates art and design with 3,000 years' worth of amazing artefacts from around the world. A real treasure trove of goodies, you never know what you'll discover next: furniture, paintings, sculpture, metalwork and textiles; the list goes on and on... Some exhibitions require tickets.

Read More

Royal Museums Greenwich boasts a magnificent collection of four world-class attractions in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can enjoy free entry to the Queen's House and its stunning displays of artwork, as well as the National Maritime Museum, where you'll discover Britain's fascinating seafaring history.

Read More

The National Portrait Gallery near Trafalgar Square is home to the world's largest collection of faces and personalities, from Tudor times to the present. From Shakespeare to kings and queens, and icons of our time, it also has a photographic collection and one of the best roof-top restaurants in London.

Read More

Top 10 Free and Bookable Attractions

More Must-See Attractions

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
From the modern Coca-Cola London Eye, to the historic Tower of London, the top 10 tourist attractions in London are a must-see on any London sightseeing trip. Even better, many London landmarks are free to visit, while others are available with discounted entry or special offers when using a London Pass.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
The museum welcomes anyone who wishes to study its stored collections and archives on pre-booked research visits.

Making an appointment

To make an appointment please complete a Research Visit Request Form (Word 158kb, opens in new window)). To help us deal with your request efficiently, you should be as specific as possible about what you wish to see and why. Once you have completed the form please send it to the general Museum of London enquiry email address at [email protected] .

Please note each collection has a different notice period for access. If you are unsure which collection you wish to study, visit the pages about the collections to find out more.

Appointments are available Monday to Friday and may be limited in length and number of objects it is possible to examine at one time. Four weeks' notice is recommended, apart from the dress and textile collection, where requests should be made 8-10 weeks in advance. During busy periods please be aware that additional restrictions may apply, and in exceptional circumstances access withdrawn. Unfortunately the museum cannot provide research visits at short notice or without an appointment.

From 2 January to 3 July 2017, we shall be carrying out a full stock-check of the archaeological archive. Access will therefore be limited throughout this period and research visits must be booked in advance with at least 4 weeks' notice.

Research visits to the Centre for Human Bioarchaeology are not currently possible, but osteological data for research will be accessible online as normal.

Advance notice of 3-4 weeks is recommended, with appointments currently available on Thursdays only. Both archives are based in the Sainsbury Study Centre at the Museum of London Docklands.

Two weeks' notice is recommended, with appointments available Monday to Friday.

Confirming the appointment

Once your form is received we will reply within 20 working days to arrange an appointment. You will need to reply within two weeks to confirm the booking, or agree an alternative date. If you subsequently have to cancel an appointment, please let us know.

The research visit

On your first visit you must bring two forms of identification, proof of your name with signature and proof of address. Please see the list below and note that documents need to be originals.

All visits will also be subject to the terms published on the reverse of the Research visit request form, which you will be asked to sign on arrival.

Photography and reproductions

During your visit you may be permitted to make reproductions (photographs, films and photocopies) of items for private study and non-commercial research. Please be aware that it may not be possible to reproduce certain collections because of copyright legislation, handling restrictions or other reasons.

If you wish to photograph or film items during your visit please complete an Agreement for Non-Professional Reproduction of Objects (Word 50kb, opens in new window) before your visit and submit it with the Research Visit request form.

Commercial reproduction requests should be submitted to the Picture Library at [email protected] or, in the case of the Archaeological Archive, discussed with the Archivist at [email protected] .

Photocopying of appropriate material will be charged at 10p per A4 page and 20p per A3 page.

Archival documents relating to collections

The museum is able to make archival documentation relating to objects available. However, this needs to be requested when arranging an appointment, as the use of records is invigilated. Documents may be restricted or redacted, as they are subject to compliance with the Freedom of Information and the Data Protection Acts.

Identification requirements

On your first visit you must bring two forms of original identification, copies are not acceptable. Please select one from each of the two lists below. The museum will not make copies of these documents.
Proof of name with signature

Passport

Driving licence

Bank card

Credit card

National ID card

Police/Customs/Home Office/warrant card

Forces ID card

Sea /Air Masters licence

Government/local council staff ID

Proof of address

Utility bill

Bank/building society statement

Credit card statement

Council tax bill

Council payment book

Council rent card or tenancy agreement

HM Revenue and Customs statement

National ID card with address

Driving licence with address

Home Office permit to stay

University certificate for hall of residence (stamped and signed by institution)

TV licence

Firearms licence

Home insurance policy

Benefit/Family Credit Book

Pay slip (where employer's and employee's addresses are stated)

State pension book

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
The museum welcomes anyone who wishes to study its stored collections and archives on pre-booked research visits. To make an appointment please complete a Research Visit Request Form (Word 158kb, opens in new window)). To help us deal with your request efficiently, you should be as specific as possible about what you wish to see and why.