CHURCHES AND CATHEDRALS
Which famous church is the final resting place of Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin?
Westminster Abbey
What is the official London home of the King called?
Buckingham Palace
What is the name of the famous square with a high column?
Trafalgar Square
What is the name of the giant observation wheel in London?
The London Eye
Where is Madame Tussauds located?
In Marylebone Road, near Baker Street.
Who built St. Paul's Cathedral?
Sir Christopher Wren
How many rooms does this royal palace have?
600 rooms.
What is Big Ben – the clock tower or the bell inside it?
The bell inside it.
How tall is the London Eye?
135 metres
Which famous people can you see at Madame Tussauds? Name two categories.
Stars from sport, politics, showbiz, and royalty.
Name two famous people buried in Westminster Abbey.
Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Charles Dickens
Which famous tower was once a royal palace, prison, and zoo?
The Tower of London
What is the official name of the building where Big Ben is located?
Houses of Parliament
Which building offers a panoramic view of London from its top floor, and how far can you see?
The Shard. You can see up to 40 miles.
What do the uniformed guides at the Tower of London do?
They tell scary stories.
How many steps do you need to climb to get a fantastic view of London from St. Paul's Cathedral?
560 steps
How old is the history of the Tower of London?
900 years
Which two famous art galleries are located in Trafalgar Square?
The National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery
What can you see from the top of the London Eye?
A breathtaking view of London (including St. Paul's Cathedral)
What was the Tower of London used for in the past? Name three things.
Royal palace, prison, arsenal, jewel house, zoo
What special royal ceremony takes place in Westminster Abbey?
Coronations of kings and queens.
What famous ceremony can you watch outside Buckingham palace?
The Changing of the Guard.
How heavy is the Big Ben bell?
14 tonnes
Why is Tower Bridge called a "movable bridge"?
Because it opens to let ships pass.
What can you see from the glass walkways on Tower Bridge?
The river Thames and the city views.