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You'll never have to hear the children say they are bored in London! From 3D cinemas and battle cruisers to a huge observation wheel, there's bound to be something to entertain and amaze.
 
BBC Television Centre

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the world famous BBC Television Centre. Experience the excitement and thrill of a working TV centre where you could see the News Centre, production galleries, studios or even the odd star! Every tour is different, depending on filming that day, so you never know where it could take you! Visitors must be 14 years or over. 

Information

Address: Wood Lane, W12
Phone: 0870 603 0304
Nearest Station: White City Tube
BFI London Imax Cinema

At the new BFI London IMAX Cinema you can be transported from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of outer space, via 3D and 2D films. 

Information 

Address: South Bank, SE1
Phone: 020 7902 1234
Price: Varies
Nearest Station: Waterloo Tube / Rail
British Airways London Eye

The British Airways London Eye is the world's highest observation wheel and its 30-minute slow-moving flight gives unrivalled views over London. From its steel and glass capsules, you can peek into the back garden of Buckingham Palace and, on a clear day, see across seven counties.

Information

Address: Southbank, SE1
Phone: 0870 5000 600
Nearest Station: Waterloo or Westminster Tube
London Dungeon

The London Dungeon is setting the streets on fire with its fiery attraction - The Great Fire of London. You can also take a barge trip down the River Thames on the 'Judgement Day' ride ... to face a firing squad, after being sentenced to death by a sombre 18th century judge! There's also a torture chamber and the chance to unmask 'Jack the Ripper' - the infamous serial killer. It's not suitable for very young children or those of a nervous disposition!

Information

Address: 28-34 Tooley Street, SE1
Nearest Station: London Bridge Tube / Rail
Madame Tussaud's

Madame Tussaud's Waxwork Museum is the world famous collection of figures of the famous - and infamous. Recent additions include a 'Superstars' area in a glamorous Hollywood setting, where Marilyn Monroe rubs shoulders with James Dean and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? host Chris Tarrant and American President, George W Bush. Recent additions include the Pop Idol live experience where a speaking figure of Simon Cowell will always have the last word. 

Information

Address: Marylebone Road, NW1 
Nearest Station: Baker Street Tube
Thames Barrier Visitor Centre

The Thames Barrier is the largest moveable flood barrier in the world. The Visitors' Centre has spectacular views of the Barrier, along with working scale models and audio-visual displays. 

Information

Address: Woolwich, SE18
Phone: 020 8305 4188
Nearest Station: Charlton Rail
Tower Bridge Exhibition

At the Tower Bridge Exhibition visitors can see one of the most famous bridges in the world and spectacular views from the high level walkways 140ft above the Thames. In the two towers, there's an exhibition which explains the history of Tower Bridge.

Information

Address: Tower Bridge, SE1
Tube: Tower Hill Tube
HMS Belfast

HMS Belfast is a World War II cruiser, with nine decks to explore - everything from the Captain's Bridge to the massive Boiler and Engine Rooms, well below the ship's waterline. 

Information

Address: Morgan's Lane, Tooley Street, SE1
Phone: 020 7940 6300
Nearest Station: London Bridge Tube / Rail
 

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