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Find answers to your big nature questions - uncover the history of life on Earth, from the smallest insects to the largest mammals at London's world-renowned Natural History Museum.

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station and take the District line to South Kensington station and walk 4 minutes to your destination.

OR 

Walk 35 minutes. 

Harrods is a world-famous luxury department store which continues to astonish and intrigue customers from around the world with first-class customer service and product quality. See https://www.harrods.com/en-gb for more information. 

How to get there:
Walk to Kensington station (Stop K) and take the 702 greenline until you reach Rutland Gardens (Stop KP). Walk 5 minutes. 

World famous royal residence of HM King Charles III, located in the heart of London. Make sure to take pictures of both Buckingham Palace as well as with the famous King's Guards. 

How to get there:
Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to St James' Park station and walk 10 minutes. 

The Theatreland district in London's West End has approximately 40 theatre venues. It spans The Strand to the South, Oxford Street to the north, Regent Street to the west and Kingsway to the east. London's Theatreland has a very wide variety of performances showing all year round. Together with New York's Broadway, London's Theatreland represents the highest level of commercial theatre in the English speaking world.

How to get there:

Walk 10 minutes to Barons Court station and take the Piccadilly line to Piccadilly Circus station. 

Camden Lock is a busy area filled with tourists and locals, situated in North West London. Camden has embraced its rich punk roots and has created an area that is home to antique markets, thrift shops, creating a 24/7 buzzing atmosphere. Visit on a weekend to fully experience this area in all its glory, from tasting good food in Camden Food Market and eating by the canal to supporting local businesses by shopping at their unique stores. At night, Camden transforms into an exciting place, with live music from the Jazz Cafe (a 5 minute walk away) and pubs such as Locks Tavern offering happy hour deals on great selected pints from Mon-Thurs for only £3.

How to get there:
Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Embankment station, change to the Northern line to Camden Town station and walk 4 minutes. 

Right next to Soho is London's Chinatown. Chinatown has it all; with over 70 authentic East Asian restaurants and cafés, it'll be nearly impossible deciding where to eat! However, if you don't feel like a meal, then grab a Chinese bun from the many bakeries scattered around and some bubble tea!

See https://chinatown.co.uk/en/ for more information. 

How to get there:

Walk 10 minutes to Barons Court station, take the Piccadilly line to Leicester Square station and walk 4 minutes.  

Coal Drops Yard is a complex that includes many restaurants and shops that is next door to one Central Saint Martins campus, a renowned art college. Window-shop in the many shops located in Coal Drops Yard and watch a film outside on their free Screen on the Canal. Have a browse in the large Samsung concept store and support the independent businesses in their pop-up stores. 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Victoria station, change to the Victoria line to King's Cross St. Pancras station and walk 10 minutes. 

This is North London's iconic park, home to landmarks like Kenwood House and public ponds that are perfect for a swim in summer. Parliament Hill is also situated within Hampstead Heath and has a great spot for a view of London.

How to get there:

Walk 10 minutes to Kensington (Olympia) Overground station, take the Overground line to Hampstead Heath station. 
 

Holland Park is a small city park, hosting a variety of wildlife and animals as well as tennis courts and a Japanese garden. 

Within Holland Park is the Opera Holland Park, an open-air auditorium that hosts entrancing opera performances over the summer period. Visit their website for more information: https://operahollandpark.com/

How to get there:

A short 15 minute walk will take you there.

Hyde Park is the largest of the Royal Parks in London, covering 350 acres. Admire the views of Hyde Park or hire a boat on the Serpentine. More information on prices found here: https://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/hyde-park/things-to-see-and-do/sports-and-leisure/boating-in-hyde-park

There is lots to do in Hyde Park all year around - in winter, the iconic Winter Wonderland is held here where you can experience rides, ice skating and enjoy some festive fun. In summer, you can enjoy BST Hyde Park, a festival that headlines a few of the world's biggest artists.

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to the bus stop Kensington station (Stop K), take the 702 bus and get off at Rutland Gardens (Stop KP) and walk 2 minutes. 

OR 

Walk 40 minutes. 

Within the premises of Regent's Park is London Zoo, the world's oldest scientific zoo. It houses over 755 different species, from mammals to reptiles and is a great way to get closer to wildlife within Central London. 

Tickets may be purchased via their website: https://www.londonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/london-zoo-tickets

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Embankment station, take the Northern line to Camden station and walk 20 minutes. 

Museum with life-size wax replicas of celebrity icons. Visit the London branch with its 3 floors and 150+ lifelike figures and be sure to take pictures with British icons such as the Royal family. 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Westminster station, take the Jubilee line to Baker Street station and walk 4 minutes. 

Mercato Mayfair isn't your ordinary market - located inside an former church, this market's interior has kept the church's features with its stained glass windows, and has created two floors of authentic food and drink. In the basement, there is a wine cellar where you can purchase quality wine and cheese. Their rooftop terrace is perfect to sit when the sun is out. This is a place you have to visit!

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Westminster station, change to the Jubilee line, take the train to Bond Street station and walk 5 minutes. 

Olympia Exhibition Centre holds many events, from colourful trade shows to music events. Explore various cultures and attractions here. 

Make sure to check out upcoming events:

https://olympia.london/whatson 

How to get there:
Walk 5 minutes. 

A historic building that serves as the place where the Houses of Parliament meet. The neo-Gothic architecture makes this building more than just a government building and is instead a true landmark of London. On the north side of the Palace of Westminster is the recognisable Big Ben. 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station and take the District line to Westminster station. Walk 10 minutes. 

Portobello Road Market dates back to the 19th Century and is one of London's oldest markets. It was made famous worldwide by the 1999 film Notting Hill starring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant. 

Saturday is the big day for visiting the market - you will find over 1,500 stalls selling everything from vintage fashion and jewellery, trinkets, street food and artwork.  

See https://www.portobelloroad.co.uk/ for more information. 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to Lytton Estate bus stop (Stop U) and take the 28 bus to Westborne Park station (Stop A). Walk 5 minutes. 

Regent's Park is the largest grass area for sports in Central London and is one of several Royal Parks. Take a stroll in Queen Mary's Rose Gardens which holds 12,000 roses or watch a show this summer in the park's Open Air Theatre which is the oldest outdoor theatre in Britain. More information on shows this summer here: https://openairtheatre.com/whats-on 

A long walk might take you to one of the park's smaller green spots, Primrose Hill, which is located north of the park. The top of Primrose Hill is the perfect spot that captures the city views. It is also a short 7 minute walk to Camden Lock. 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Westminster station, change to the Jubilee line to Baker Street station and walk 5 minutes. 

How to get to Primrose Hill:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Embankment station, take the Northern line to Chalk Farm station and walk 6 minutes. 

A short walk from the Natural History Museum is the Science Museum that is dedicated to recording the scientific, technological and medical advancements made throughout time.

To visit, make sure to book your free admissions ticket on their website: https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/welcome

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to South Kensington station and walk 5 minutes. 

OR 

Walk 35 minutes. 

Adjacent to the River Thames is South Bank, home to Southbank Centre where you can see shows and art exhibitions. Outside is a bustling skateboarding site as well as Southbank Centre food market which boasts a variety of cuisines. 

See https://southbanklondon.com/attractions/southbank-centre for more information. 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to Westminster station, change to the Jubilee line to Waterloo station. 

The V&A is the world's largest museum for applied arts, decorative arts and design. Immerse yourself in art here as this is home to a wide range of works such as ancient Chinese ceramics to famous paintings from J. M. W. Turner and many more. 

Many events are free so make sure to check what's happening on their website: https://www.vam.ac.uk/whatson 

How to get there:

Walk 5 minutes to West Kensington station, take the District line to South Kensington station and walk 3 minutes. 

OR

Walk 40 minutes. 

Covent Garden is a vibrant area in the West End that is filled with shops, both luxury and vintage alike, beauty stores and entertainment. Street entertainers often occupy outside of St Paul's Church and during the winter season, a huge 60 foot Christmas tree wrapped with 30,000 lights takes over the piazza.

How to get there:

Walk to Barons Court station, and take the Piccadilly line to Covent Garden station.

Kensington Palace is the official residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children. This has been the home to many past members of the royal family including being the birthplace of Queen Victoria. Book your tickets to see various events here such as The Jewel Room which exhibits an incredible collection of fine jewellery that was a part of Queen Victoria's own personal collection commissioned by her husband, Albert: https://www.hrp.org.uk/kensington-palace/#gs.2gwp18

How to get there:

Walk 30 minutes. 

The British Museum is dedicated to human history and culture and has a collection of over 8 million works inside. Famous historic possessions are located here like the Rosetta Stone. Have a stroll in the Egyptian gallery that is home to many mummies, sculptures and sarcophagi. See https://www.britishmuseum.org/ for more information. 

How to get there:

Take the Piccadilly line to Holborn station and walk 5 minutes. 

The National Gallery is a gallery in Trafalgar Square that boasts many famous European artworks from world renowned artists such as Raphael, Gainsborough, Van Gogh, Van Eyck and many more. 

How to get there:

Take the Picadilly line to Leicester Square from Barons Court station and walk 4 minutes.

St Paul's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral, serving as the mother church for the Diocese of London. Largely destroyed in the Great Fire of London, the cathedral was rebuilt and is now a part of London's great buildings. To buy tickets: https://www.stpauls.co.uk/ticket-types-and-prices

How to get there:

Walk 10 minutes to Barons Court station, take the District line to Mansion House station and walk 4 minutes. 

Westminster Abbey is a royal church that has been the location of many coronations such as the recent coronation of His Majesty the King. Westminster Abbey is also the burial site of may famed people such as Stephen Hawking and Charles Dickens.

How to get there:

Walk 10 minutes to Barons Court station, take the District line to Westminster station and walk 4 minutes. 

Brompton Cemetery is the first cemetery to be a part of the Royal Parks and is the burial site of many people such as Emmeline Pankhurst to many Chelsea pensioners. More information is found here: https://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/brompton-cemetery

How to get there:

A 20 minute walk will take you there. 

Stamford Bridge is home to Premier League club Chelsea and is the most central of the London football grounds. 

How to get there:

Take the bus from Lytton Estate (Stop R) to Fulham Broadway (Stop E) and walk 5 minutes.