London

London is a great place to expose your family to the foundations of the English Culture. Located on the River Thames, no other place in Europe is more rich in history, arts, and color.

This city is endowed with so many well known sites known worldwide. One such site is Big Ben, a 316 ft clock-tower, crafted by the builders of the Liberty Bell, is located next to the Parliament Buildings. Ben's chimes are famous around the world.

St. Paul's Cathedral

Also near the River Thames , is the beautiful dome of St Paul's Cathedral. One of London's most visited sites, St Paul's is the largest cathedral in England and is the masterwork of the great designer, astronomer, geometer, and the greatest English architect of his time, Sir Chrostopher Wren.

The London Eye

Also on the Thames River next to County Hall is British Airway's London Eye, the worlds tallest rotating observation structure. Some of the best views of the Thames, Parliament Buildings, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are from the top of the Eye. Pictures from the top of this 400 ft structure are breathtaking.

Westminster Abbey

A short walk across the river from the London Eye is Westminster Abbey. The coronation of nearly every monarch since the 1066 coronation of William the Conqueror was held in Westminster Abbey. A work of architectural genius, the Abbey is still a place of worship and the burial place of monarchs, statesmen, and famous scientists, warriors, musicians and poets.

Windsor Castle

Not far from London, Windsor Castle, the largest occupied castle in the world, has housed British Royalty for over 900 years. The castle, which dates back to the time of William the Conqueror, is located in the rolling hills of the English county of Berkshire. A visit to the castle is a short day trip from London.

Buckingham Palace

No visit to London would be complete without seeing the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace. Also, a visit to view the lavish furnishings, art treasures and other amazing things in the palace should be on your itenerary

Harrod's

This city is also great for shopping and if you're shopping for everything London, you must visit Harrods, one of the world's great shopping institutions in Knightsbridge. From its legendary food hall to the Egyptian Hall to custom teddy bears for the kids, you'll see that it's an experience unmatched anywhere else in the world.

Houses of Parliament

In 1265, parliament was created forming the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The House of Lords met at the Palace of Westminster, the current Parliament buildings. The oldest section of the Palace which is still in existence, was built in 1097. Most of the current structure was built by Sir Charles Barry and Augustus Welby Pugin in the 19th Century.

London Theater

Last but not least, no visit to London would be complete without Theater. Here, you can choose from some of the world's great musicals: Phantom of the Opera, Mary Poppins, Chicago and others too numerous to name. Our family's many experiences in London are the talk of the clan whenever we gather.