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The Top 20 Attractions around the Thames

There are plenty of places to see and visit around the Thames. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Thames is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Palace of Westminster and Big Ben

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The Palace of Westminster is a Victorian Gothic masterpiece designed by Sir Charles Barry and A.W. Pugin to replace the medieval parliament buildings which burnt to the ground in 1834. …

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Tower Bridge

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Tower Bridge is one of London's famous bridges and one of its most iconic landmarks. From the bridge, you get a breathtaking view over London. The bridge was opened in …

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Buckingham Palace

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Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of the British monarchy since 1837. The palace has 775 rooms, including 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 …

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Tower of London

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The Tower of London is officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London. With nearly 1,000 years of fascinating tales contained within its ancient stone walls, …

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Trafalgar Square

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With its famous Nelson's Column, the majestic, oversized lions and the brightly lit fountain, Trafalgar Square is not only the beating heart of London, but also the focal point of …

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St. Paul's Cathedral

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The iconic domed roof of St Paul's Cathedral marks its place on the London skyline, just next to the Millennium Bridge across the River Thames.

Alongside regular Christian services, you …

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St. James's Park Lake

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St James’s Park is the oldest Royal Park in London and features a large lake that is a sanctuary for ducks, geese, swans, and pelicans. The park includes The Mall …

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Piccadilly Circus

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If you are in London, you have to come to Piccadilly Circus. An experience at night.

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Queen Victoria Memorial at Buckingham Palace

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Impressive memorial in the roundabout in front of Buckingham Palace and probably one of the most visible objects on television broadcasts, hardly any other place has seen so much joy …

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Millennium Bridge

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The Millennium Bridge is a steel suspension foot bridge that links Bankside with the City.

It initially opened in June, 2000, but pedestrians experienced an alarming swaying motion on its …

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Walking in the footsteps of King John — Three Castles Path

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Following Roman roads across England — hiking the Greater Ridgeway

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Hike up hill and down dale in rural South East England — Wealdway

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Southern England in the footsteps of a king — hiking the Orange Way

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The Top 20 Attractions around the Thames

Palace of Westminster and Big Ben

Tower Bridge

Buckingham Palace

Tower of London

Trafalgar Square

St. Paul's Cathedral

St. James's Park Lake

Piccadilly Circus

Queen Victoria Memorial at Buckingham Palace

Millennium Bridge

Other adventures around the Thames

Most popular routes around the Thames

Most popular attractions around the Thames

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