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London Zoo, which opened in 1828, is situated on the north side of Regent’s Park. The zoo was the site of the world’s first children’s zoo, which opened in 1938, followed by the first reptile house in 1849, the first public aquarium in 1853 and the first insect house in 1881. Today, London Zoo is home to around 12,000 animals, including Asian lions, Sumatran tigers, sloth bears and death adders.

Top tip: ZSL London Zoo has many daily activities for you to enjoy so make sure you check the daily schedule so you don’t miss seeing your favourite animals.

Fun fact: ZSL London Zoo is the oldest scientific zoo in the world.

The Natural History Museum is the UK’s national museum of natural history, and a centre of excellence in taxonomy and biodiversity. It is an interesting outing for people of all ages, but for small children fascinated by dinosaurs it is wonderful. The skeletons on display are awesome in size, and there are some excellent models of a great range of dinosaurs.

Top tip: You cannot miss the Dinosaur Gallery when you visit the museum. Head to the central hall to see the famous 26-meter skeleton of a diplodocus.

Fun fact: The museum’s collection contains over 70 million botanical items, 55 million exhibits of animals, 9 million relics from archaeological digs, and 500,000 rocks and minerals.

The London Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life and death. As you delve into the darkest chapters of our grim and bloody past, recreated in all its dreadful detail and remember: everything you experience really happened. Deep in the heart of London, buried beneath the paving stones of historic Southwark, lies the world’s most chillingly famous horror attraction.

Top tip: If you want to take a trip on The Boat Ride, take a rain coat or poncho as you will definitely get soaked.

Fun fact: The London Dungeons had what people thought was a fake skeleton on display until a scientist eventually discovered that the skeleton was genuine.

The Tate Modern has been designed to house modern art from 1900 to today The modern glass “light beam” down the centre of the building houses a rooftop café offering superb views over London. The gallery displays major works of artists such as Dali, Picasso, and Matisse as well as more contemporary artists.

Top tip: To avoid the crowds, visit the gallery first thing in the morning during the week or take advantage of the late openings at the weekend.

Fun fact: The Tate Modern was originally built as Bankside Power Station, designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who also designed the famous red telephone box.

The National Gallery, founded in 1824, houses some of the world’s most famous and important works of art. The gallery holds a collection of over 2,300 paintings, some of which date back to the mid-13^th century.

Entrance to the National Gallery is free excluding some temporary exhibitions.

Top tip: To avoid the crowds, visit the gallery first thing in the morning during the week, or take advantage of the late opening on a Friday night.

Fun fact: The first collection of art for the gallery cost the British Government £57,000 and came from Angerstein’s Estate.

The Shard, also known as the Shard of Glass, is a must visit attraction in London. The 95-storey building is home to restaurants, bars, offices, residences, the Shangri-La Hotel and The View from The Shard.

Top tip: Book yourself a visit to The View from The Shard observatory to experience the full beauty of London’s skyline from over 800 ft. high.

Fun fact: 95% of the construction materials The Shard has been created with are recycled.