Il British Museum è una delle maggiori attrazioni turistiche di Londra e un'importante fonte di conoscenza per gli studiosi. La sua collezione è stata lasciata in eredità alla nazione nel 1753 e la particolare struttura del Museo in stile greco antico venne costruita durante il XIX secolo. La collezione si è espansa enormemente durante i tempi d'oro dell'impero britannico, contribuendo alla fama del Museo come saccheggiatore di tesori in tutto il mondo grazie al quale si ritrova con oltre 8 milioni di oggetti da custodire. L'esposizione copre più di 55.000 metri quadrati ed è semplicemente impossibile poter vedere tutte le collezioni un'unica visita. La famosa Stele di Rosetta, i rilievi assiri, i marmi del Partenone e la vasta collezione egizia sono alcuni dei reperti più noti del British Museum.
La National Gallery è un magnifico edificio georgiano sul lato nord di Trafalgar Square , che ospita una grande collezione di arte europea occidentale. Opere del Maestro Leonardo Da Vinci si trovano nell'ala Sainsbury della galleria, accanto a Botticelli e Bellini. L'ala ovest ospita opere di Tiziano, Michelangelo e Raffaello, l'ala nord contiene opere di Rubens, Rembrandt e Caravaggio, e l'ala est contiene opere di Seurat, Canaletto, Degas e Monet. Una guida CD portatile è disponibile in sei lingue diverse. Chiamare in anticipo per saperne di più.
Esplorare la storia naturale del pianeta Terra dall'era preistorica a oggi in uno dei Musei di Londra più visitati. Nel 1881, il Museo nazionale di storia, è stato aperto nella sua attuale collocazione. Disegnato da Alfred Waterhouse si tratta di uno degli edifici più belli e più importanti di Londra. Queste sacre stanze oggi ospitano una collezione con 300 anni di storia, che conta con più di 68 milioni di specie. Genericamente diviso nella galleria della Terra e in quella della Vita, il Museo ha da offrire molto di più di quello che si possa vedere in un giorno, e i piedi dei visitatori si stancheranno prima che l'attenzione cali. Si possono lasciare liberi i bambini di correre fra scheletri di dinosauro, vulcani in eruzione e balene azzurre ricostruite in dimensioni naturali - difficilmente si scorderanno di questa visita. L'entrata è gratuita.
il V&A è principalmente un museo di arti decorative, che espone una vasta collezione di sculture, mobili, vetro, fotografie, ecc di epoche che vanno dall'antichità all'art déco. È anche possibile imbattersi nella Galleria di Raffaello recentemente restaurata, che ospita numerosi arazzi disegnati da Raffaello, che fanno parte della collezione reale. Il mercoledì vengono organizzate serate speciali a tema.
The Royal Opera House is even more impressive than ever. The period building has been restored to its original glory and continues to be the one of the largest opera and ballet venues in London, showcasing the works of the Royal Ballet, Royal Opera and ROH Orchestra. Expect famous tenors, famous ballerinas and famous audience members as part of the revamped program. You can even take in the stunning architecture without going to a show; the entrance hall and exhibitions are open for viewing and backstage tours are also offered.
The Lyceum Theatre was built in the 1700s, so it's a golden oldie in terms of London theaters. The theater holds just over 2000 people. In the 1970s this theater provided a platform for various popular musicians like Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Police, Bob Marley, and others. In the 1990s Jesus Christ Superstar, and Oklahoma! were performed here. Since 1999, this theater has been home to the Lion King musical.
Enjoy panoramic views of London city from the Thames. The boat departs daily from Embankment Pier and offers relatively inexpensive tourist cruises as well as pricier lunch cruises. Some of the sites that the Catamaran Cruises cover are Cleopatra's Needle, the Tower of London, Oxo Tower Restaurant, and the Battersea Power Station. You'll also be able to spot St. Paul's and the Houses of Parliament from the all-glass 'My Symphony' cruiser.
Dedicated to film, video and the digital arts, The Lux - a non-profit organization - combines its year-round program of alternative cinema, exhibitions, events and festivals with help for emerging artists, by offering training programs and access to state-of-the-art production facilities. Situated in Hackney, The Lux is the place to be seen, with Sony, Channel 4 and Dazed and Confused having held receptions and screenings here, and Blur and Bjork using it for celebrity parties. Screenings range from art-house flicks, like Jack Smith's Flaming Creatures, and foreign language films, such as Vittanio De Sica's Umberto D, to credible mainstream titles like The Deer Hunter, while the gallery showcases up-and-coming international talent. Membership includes invites to private screenings, priority booking for special events and discounts on tickets, as well as access to the production facilities.
Located in the heart of the city, The Colomb Art Gallery has on display contemporary art by famed artists of the 20th Century. Paintings by John Haskins, Peter Wardle and Edward Hersey have at some point or the other graced the walls at the gallery.This art gallery also sells paintings of various well known British and international artists. Galleries like the Colomb have ensured that the neighborhood remains a popular destination for art lovers and tourists alike.
If you are fascinated with art from the far east, Eskenazi is a great place to check out in London. The gallery showcases a variety of Chinese and Japanese sculptures, pottery and other artifacts. Some of striking collections include Chinese Buddhist figures, Ancient Chinese bronzes, Chinese Ceramics, Sculptures from the Shang dynasty to the Ming dynasty. There are various exhibitions held at Eskenazi as well. Some of the previously held ones were Landscape paintings by Li Huayi, Song Chinese Ceramics from the 10th to the 13th century. A must-visit for art lovers who would like a glimpse of oriental art through the ages. The gallery is open on Saturdays only when exhibitions are being hosted.
An event taking place at CCT Venues - Canary Wharf is sure to be a memorable one. This is not just because of the stunning waterside view of the Thames Quay but its location in the city's busiest business neighborhood. The venue boasts 26 naturally-lit rooms that come well-equipped with the latest in technology, including Wi-Fi, and all have spectacular views of the Quay. Besides the infrastructure, the venue also has a very helpful and organized staff that even offers catering services and is there to take care of all your management needs. Of course, there are on-site restaurants to add a little something extra to a conference or convention. It can host up to 400 delegates.
Established in 1998, the Red Gate Gallery in London's Brixton neighborhood has come a long way in promoting visual arts in the area. Supporting established and emerging artists with equal fervor, the exhibitions tend to reflect diverse themes. Their spacious and versatile gallery can be hired for meetings, workshops and social events, while one can also replenish oneself at the in-house cafe which serves sumptuous light snacks and drinks. Check their website for an idea of the kind of events and art work you can expect here.