One of the things which people who regularly visit or live in London love most about it is just how much culture and history there is waiting to be discovered in the UK's capital. Scattered with world class theatres, galleries and other such institutions, the largest city in Europe is a paradise for those hoping to expand their knowledge. Below is a brief list of some of the many iconic and free entry museums that can be found across London; by taking advantage of our great value hotel deals and these free attractions, you can have a brilliant, and low-cost, trip to the city.

1) British Museum – this site in Great Russell Street is filled from top to bottom with arguably the world's best and most extensive collection of artefacts relating to human history; with the permanent exhibitions including authentic Egyptian mummies and the legendary Rosetta Stone, visitors will be overwhelmed by what's on show.

2) Natural History Museum – perhaps best known for the awe-inspiring Diplodocus skeleton which greets those who make the trip to the museum when they arrive in its Central Hall, the museum was established in 1881 and features a wide range of extraordinary natural displays, which include an ancient giant sequoia and a moving Tyrannosaurus Rex, all housed in a truly beautiful building.

3) Victoria and Albert Museum – more commonly known as the V&A, it celebrates the very best art and design to have been produced around the world over a period of 3000 years. The V&A is an especially excellent place to go if you want to learn more about the history of innovation in the UK, with the permanently exhibited British Galleries presenting furniture, ceramics and much more from the Tudor, Stuart, Georgian and Victorian eras.

There is a multitude of equally fascinating museums all over the city which we couldn't include here, so why not look into arranging a stay at one of the fine London hotels which can be booked through us and get ready to explore them yourself?

This is just a tiny selection of the dozens of brilliant dramatic venues which can be enjoyed on one of our excellent London theatre breaks, so why not decide which one you'd most like to visit soon? The West End is simply unrivalled as being the European capital of plays and musicals, and is a guaranteed way of adding yet more fun and excitement to your stay in the UK's most vibrant and cultural city.


Published on 05/12/2012.



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