![]() ![]() The palace was huge & also included a tennis court, bowling alley & extensive gardens. In its prime, the hall would have been lavishly decorated & was where James I of Scotland held his wedding feast back in 1424. All that remains today are the walls of the Great Hall, overseen by an impressive rose window. Unfortunately, it was destroyed by fire in 1814. The Bishop of Winchester owned the palace who was second in power only to the King. ![]() Winchester Palace was one of the largest & most important buildings in medieval London. If you would like to visit for a tour or a performance, then you can book tickets here. ![]() They rebuilt the current theatre close to the original site using construction methods from the time (1599). This is a reconstruction of the original Globe Theatre which the famous playwright originally helped to build & perform his plays. If you are keen to view a specific event, then you will need to book your place (& pay) ahead of time. Donations are encouraged & they need our support now more than ever. As with most of London’s Museums, Tate Modern is free. If you are a fan of modern art, then you’re in for a treat! Even if you’re not, it’s well worth heading inside to see the installation on offer in the massive Turbine Hall. In addition, don’t forget to look behind you as this is also the best view of St Paul’s.” 3. To your right keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of the London Eye & Big Ben. To your left, you will see the Shard (the tallest building in London) & beautiful Tower Bridge, more on both later. However, when it first opened, the structure moved when people walked across, so it had to be closed & reinforced! The bridge is for pedestrians only & takes you across the Thames from St Paul’s to the Tate Modern. The government commissioned it to commemorate the turn of the century. The locals affectionately refer to this as the “Wobbly Bridge”. Once at the top, face the wall & whisper, it can be heard on the opposite side of the dome. If you can, climb the 259 steps up to the Whispering Gallery. If you are able to go inside, it is best to buy tickets online. The present Cathedral is an icon & the masterpiece of Sir Christopher Wren. However, this is the 5th building that has stood on the site. St Paul’s world-famous dome marks the highest point in the city & the Cathedral has occupied this spot for 1400 years. See the “One Walk To See Them All!” section at the end, for my suggestion as to how. ![]() You could actually see all these sights within one walk, in one day. Here are my top things to do at London Bridge. This is the next in the series which takes you around St Paul’s Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge, the Globe Theatre, Borough Market, the Shard, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London & much more besides! The best thing is that all these sites are within 1 mile of London Bridge! Fantastic Things to do at London Bridge – See Them All in One Walk One of my most popular posts is my One Day London Itinerary, where, in one walk you can see 22 of London’s top attractions. With the efficient Tube network, it’s sometimes hard to imagine how close everything is above ground. For me, London is the best city in the world & the best way to see it is on foot. I have always lived close to London & with my wings clipped for eighteen months, getting into the city has been a real treat. Southwark & Bankside, London, UK – a stroll along the River Thames from St Paul’s Cathedral to the Tower of London & beyond. The perfect way to see the city is always on foot & in this post I give you a route to allow you to see 21 fantastic London sights in one easy walk.” Where? The area offers a mix of fascinating history, awe inspiring architecture, world beating food & some of the best views in London. Here, I concentrate on things to do at London Bridge. Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garretįor me, London is the best city in the world & I am lucky to have it on my doorstep.
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