Best landmarks in London
22 places from 5 London travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.
22 places · most mentioned first
Tower Bridge
One of London's most recognisable symbols, built as a reminder of the city's rapid expansion during the Industrial Revolution.
4:16· Island Hopper TVin 4 vlogsHouses of Parliament
The seat of the UK Parliament on the Thames, home to the famous Big Ben clock tower.
2:05· Hungry Passportin 3 vlogsBig Ben
The great bell at the Houses of Parliament, whose chimes ring across the city every hour on the hour.
3:36· Island Hopper TVin 3 vlogsPiccadilly Circus
A famous West End junction close to Coventry Street and Trafalgar Square.
3:52· Hungry Passportin 3 vlogsTrafalgar Square
A famous central London square close to the West End theatre district.
11:09· Island Hopper TVin 2 vlogsThe Shard
London's tallest skyscraper at about 310 m, completed in 2012. The View from The Shard offers panoramic views from around 800 feet.
9:35· Island Hopper TVin 2 vlogsSky Garden
An observation deck in the City of London with views over the city, recommended as an alternative viewpoint.
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15 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.
Admiralty Arch
A historic ceremonial arch beside the royal parks near Buckingham Palace.
2:37· Expedia1 vlogThe Mall
The ceremonial road running past Green Park and St James's Park towards Buckingham Palace.
2:37· Expedia1 vlogAlbert Memorial
A striking memorial at the southern end of Kensington Gardens whose bronze statue of Prince Albert faces the Royal Albert Hall.
2:54· Expedia1 vlogRoyal Albert Hall
A famous concert hall across from the Albert Memorial, a reminder of Queen Victoria's love for Prince Albert.
3:00· Expedia1 vlogOne Canada Square
A Canary Wharf skyscraper, described as the second-tallest building in the UK.
5:54· Hungry Passport1 vlogLondon Bridge
The Thames crossing a little upriver from Tower Bridge, with which it is often confused.
5:08· Island Hopper TV1 vlogSouthwark Bridge
A bridge over the Thames between the City and Southwark.
5:10· Island Hopper TV1 vlogWestminster Bridge
A bridge over the Thames leading towards Big Ben, with great views from the top deck of a bus.
5:55· Island Hopper TV1 vlogSerpentine Bridge
A bridge over the Serpentine, among Hyde Park's well-known landmarks.
7:33· Island Hopper TV1 vlogNelson's Column
A column over 169 feet tall commemorating Admiral Horatio Nelson, surrounded by four bronze lions.
11:19· Island Hopper TV1 vlogLeicester Square
A famous West End square that is home to the TKTS booth for discounted theatre tickets.
Southbank Centre & Royal Festival Hall
Music hall opened in 1951 for the Festival of Britain, with a singing lift and an uncrowded fifth-floor bar with a balcony and river views.
5:16· Suitcase Monkey1 vlogParliament Hill
Summit on Hampstead Heath with a sweeping panoramic view of the London skyline.
8:55· Suitcase Monkey1 vlogMore London Place
Narrow walkway lined with glass offices, laid out so one end frames The Shard and the other Tower Bridge.
11:21· Suitcase Monkey1 vlog