The traditional delights of Germany’s Christmas markets are always worth a visit and this year they are even closer than you think.
Visitors can snap up some great-value bargains in the fantastic outdoor market now being held in London’s Oxford Street, before seeing even more of what the capital has to offer courtesy of the London Pass.
For the perfect day hit the West End stores, grab a tasty bratwurst and some mulled wine, then explore some of great London attractions.
Start your journey with a Thames river boat cruise. One of the best ways to see London, it weaves through the heart of the city and passes many of its most famous landmarks.
Next enjoy a trip back in time with a visit to Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on London’s Bankside. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre is a reconstruction of the original building that housed Shakespeare's theatre in London and features an exhibition on his life and reveals the story of rebuilding.
If you are traveling with children, London Zoo in Regent’s Park is a must see. Opened in 1828 the famous zoo houses over 650 different species of animal including lions, monkeys and meerkats.
There's never a shortage of things to do in London and the London Pass gives access to over 55 top attractions in London. Users have priority access at the busiest sights to avoid queues, a free guidebook, and over 40 additional deals, discount and freebies.
Monday, 30 November 2009
Wednesday, 18 November 2009
Get into a Christmas mood and visit London’s historic buildings with the London Sightseeing Pass
Take some lessons from Scrooge and save some pennies this Christmas, courtesy of the London Sightseeing Pass.
While the capital’s festive lights celebrate the new animated movie version of Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol, visitors can experience some real Dickensian sights with one handy entry ticket.
For example, start your journey with a trip to St Paul’s Cathedral, built between 1675 and 1710 and widely considered to be a crowning achievement of the glittering career of Sir Christopher Wren.
Visit Apsley House, designed by Robert Adam and built between 1771 and 1778. Considered one of London’s foremost grand houses it is best known as the home of the Duke of Wellington after his historic victory over Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815.
For the perfect view of the capital, dare to climb the 311 steps inside the Monument. This fantastic stone column – built by Wren in commemoration of the Great Fire of London – has recently reopened after an 18-month restoration project. As well as offering a bird’s eye view of the modern day financial district, all visitors who make it to the top receive a certificate to mark their visit.
The London Sightseeing Pass gives access to over 55 top London Attractions. Users have priority access at the busiest sights to avoid queues, a free guidebook, and over 40 additional deals, discount and freebies. A London Pass including a London Travelcard for access to public transport on tubes, buses and the docklands light railway is also available.
While the capital’s festive lights celebrate the new animated movie version of Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol, visitors can experience some real Dickensian sights with one handy entry ticket.
For example, start your journey with a trip to St Paul’s Cathedral, built between 1675 and 1710 and widely considered to be a crowning achievement of the glittering career of Sir Christopher Wren.
Visit Apsley House, designed by Robert Adam and built between 1771 and 1778. Considered one of London’s foremost grand houses it is best known as the home of the Duke of Wellington after his historic victory over Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815.
For the perfect view of the capital, dare to climb the 311 steps inside the Monument. This fantastic stone column – built by Wren in commemoration of the Great Fire of London – has recently reopened after an 18-month restoration project. As well as offering a bird’s eye view of the modern day financial district, all visitors who make it to the top receive a certificate to mark their visit.
The London Sightseeing Pass gives access to over 55 top London Attractions. Users have priority access at the busiest sights to avoid queues, a free guidebook, and over 40 additional deals, discount and freebies. A London Pass including a London Travelcard for access to public transport on tubes, buses and the docklands light railway is also available.
Friday, 6 November 2009
Go on a royal retreat with the London Sightseeing Pass
Live like a King and romp your way around a vast collection of Royal palaces with the money-saving London Sightseeing Pass.
The international success of hit Showtime drama The Tudors has put Hampton Court Palace firmly on the tourist map, but you don’t need Henry VIII’s budget to have your run of the capital’s historic houses. Hampton Court, Kensington Palace, Tower of London and Eltham Palace are all included in the money-saving London Pass, along with current royal residence Windsor Castle.
The London Sightseeing Pass gives access to over 55 top London attractions. Users have priority access at the busiest sights to avoid queues, a free guidebook, and over 40 additional deals, discount and freebies. A London Pass including a London Travelcard for access to public transport on tubes, buses and the docklands light railway is also available.
A two-day London Pass costs £52 for adults (£38 for children between 5 and 15 years), three-day passes are £63 for adults and £44 for children and a six-day option costs £87 for adults and £60 for children.
Check out all the activities on offer with the London Pass including a London map tool to plan visits, details on all the attractions included, and full info on special offers exclusive to London Pass holders such as free gifts at Harrods and commission free currency exchange.
THE INNER ROCK GOD
It’s official ‘London Rocks!’ The British Music Experience at the O2 dome has recently opened as the capital’s latest ‘must-see’ favourite and joins over 58 museums, galleries and attractions covered by the London Sightseeing Pass.
The fun of this interactive museum, dedicated to the last 60 years of popular British music, lies in taking part. Visitors can release their inner Rock God by playing guitar, drums or keyboards, flip through virtual record collections and memorabilia and even star in their own video.
Available for one to six days, the London Sightseeing Pass is a convenient and affordable pre-paid pass designed to help visitors make the most of their stay in the city. With hassle-free entry to tourist destinations, hidden gems and special offers in selected retail outlets, theatres, restaurants, bars and commission-free currency exchange. Check out all the activities on offer with the London Sightseeing Pass including a London map tool to plan visits, details on all the attractions included full information on special offers.
The fun of this interactive museum, dedicated to the last 60 years of popular British music, lies in taking part. Visitors can release their inner Rock God by playing guitar, drums or keyboards, flip through virtual record collections and memorabilia and even star in their own video.
Available for one to six days, the London Sightseeing Pass is a convenient and affordable pre-paid pass designed to help visitors make the most of their stay in the city. With hassle-free entry to tourist destinations, hidden gems and special offers in selected retail outlets, theatres, restaurants, bars and commission-free currency exchange. Check out all the activities on offer with the London Sightseeing Pass including a London map tool to plan visits, details on all the attractions included full information on special offers.
Combine shopping and London’s historical sites with the London Pass
London’s not just for Christmas - it’s for lives.
If you’re visiting the capital for some festive shopping, why not soak up some of the great historical life stories that lie beneath the surface of its major attractions - all included in the money-saving London Pass.
For example, uncover the fascinating tale of US founding father Benjamin Franklin, who spent a 16-year period in London as both an ambassador and inventor. Benjamin Franklin House, just a short walk from Trafalgar Square, offers an unrivalled insight into his life, times and groundbreaking work as a politician and scientist.
A visit to The Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre provides visitors with a reconstruction of the 1599 open-air playhouse where Shakespeare wrote many of his greatest plays.
Alternatively, the highly interactive and innovative Churchill Museum is housed in the secret underground headquarters that were the nerve centre of Britain’s war effort.
The London Pass gives access to these and 55 other top London attractions. Users have priority access at the busiest sites to avoid queues, a free guidebook and over 40 additional deals, discounts and freebies. A London Pass including a London Travelcard for access to public transport on tubes, buses and selected riverboat services throughout the city is also available.
- A one-day London Pass costs £39 for adults and £26 for a child.
- A two-day London Pass costs £54 for adults (£40 for children aged between five and 15 years), three-day passes are £65 for adults and £45 for children, and a six-day option costs £89 for adults and £62 for children.
Check out all the activities on offer with The London Pass. The website includes a London map tool to plan visits, details on all the featured attractions, and comprehensive information on special offers that are exclusive to London Pass holders such as free gifts at Harrods and commission-free currency exchange.
If you’re visiting the capital for some festive shopping, why not soak up some of the great historical life stories that lie beneath the surface of its major attractions - all included in the money-saving London Pass.
For example, uncover the fascinating tale of US founding father Benjamin Franklin, who spent a 16-year period in London as both an ambassador and inventor. Benjamin Franklin House, just a short walk from Trafalgar Square, offers an unrivalled insight into his life, times and groundbreaking work as a politician and scientist.
A visit to The Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre provides visitors with a reconstruction of the 1599 open-air playhouse where Shakespeare wrote many of his greatest plays.
Alternatively, the highly interactive and innovative Churchill Museum is housed in the secret underground headquarters that were the nerve centre of Britain’s war effort.
The London Pass gives access to these and 55 other top London attractions. Users have priority access at the busiest sites to avoid queues, a free guidebook and over 40 additional deals, discounts and freebies. A London Pass including a London Travelcard for access to public transport on tubes, buses and selected riverboat services throughout the city is also available.
- A one-day London Pass costs £39 for adults and £26 for a child.
- A two-day London Pass costs £54 for adults (£40 for children aged between five and 15 years), three-day passes are £65 for adults and £45 for children, and a six-day option costs £89 for adults and £62 for children.
Check out all the activities on offer with The London Pass. The website includes a London map tool to plan visits, details on all the featured attractions, and comprehensive information on special offers that are exclusive to London Pass holders such as free gifts at Harrods and commission-free currency exchange.
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