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British Museum (left) & Royal Opera House (above)
Try something new
in London in 2010
Create your own Only in
London experience
London is known for its iconic attractions – from Big
Ben to Buckingham Palace, there are hundreds of
● Begin your day with a stroll through
Covent Garden, England’s first public
sights which top every tourist’s must-see list.
square, dating back to 1630.
● Wander over to see where The Royal
Ballet rehearse at a backstage tour of
T
his year, Visit London is inviting visitors to ex- come. Visit the new museum before taking in stunning
plore a lesser-known side of London and seek views of the capital aboard the Merlin Entertainments
the Royal Opera House.
out some one-of-a-kind experiences to create London Eye.
● Browse the historical Borough Market
a truly unique trip. From world-famous at- London continues to attract some of the best exhibi-
for some gourmet goodies.
tractions to hidden gems, unrivalled diversity and a tions from around the world, and 2010 provides a
plethora of villages to explore, London really does pro- wealth of choice for art lovers and museum-enthusiasts ● Head to the Tower of London in time to
vide something for everyone. In 2010 there is even more of every age and interest. The British Library will pres-
witness the gates close at the Ceremony
to discover in London, and there’s no better time than ent four major exhibitions throughout the year, begin-
of the Keys, the world’s longest running
ceremony of its kind.
now to begin planning the perfect itinerary for spring! ning in March with Chopin, an exhibition about the
Over a third of London is made up of parks and green Polish Romantic composer and pianist. From April, Mag-
● Dine in one of London’s 48 Michelin-
spaces, so visitors are never short for choice when ex- nificent Maps: Power, Propaganda and Art will showcase starred restaurants.
ploring the capital’s great outdoors. Utilise the British Library’s unique collection of large-scale dis-
the brand new interactive maps available on play maps from the 1400s to the present day.
● Soak up the atmosphere at Ronnie Scott’s
jazz club – a London landmark for the
royalparks.org.uk. A must-see for lovers of the Renaissance, The British
past 50 years.
From summer, visitors to London can take in the sights Museum, in collaboration with the Uffuzi, will bring 100
on wheels as the Mayor of London and TFL launch the cap- exquisite drawings by Italian artists from 1400 to 1510
visitlondon.com/onlyinlondon
ital’s Cycle Hire scheme. 6,000 bicycles will be available to London in the Fra Angelico to Leonardo exhibition.
over the nine London boroughs and several Royal Parks – In summer 2010, Tate Britain will collaborate with a
24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The warmer months are host of comic talent to present a ground-breaking exhi- For everything you need to know about
the perfect time to take a stroll along the Thames, and bition on the role of humour in British visual culture. London go to
visitlondon.com
London’s Southbank offers stunning views of the iconic Or soak up some culture in the park with a visit to the
river along with a host of top attractions to visit. Gallery at the Serpentine in Hyde Park, which is this
Re-opening in May following a major refurbishment, year celebrating its 40th anniversary with a special
the Florence Nightingale Museum will feature a brand exhibition programme throughout 2010. First, in April, is
new look, a host of interactive exhibits and the first of a solo exhibition by Richard Hamilton, one of the world’s
many temporary exhibitions and artistic residencies to most respected living artists.
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