The largest Cathedral Close in the country has some stunning old buildings. Visiting details, photos and history.

The story behind the hanging signs of Lombard Street - the forerunner of the modern logo. Photos and historical background.

Take a virtual tour of some of the most iconic sites and avoid the queues, the crowds and the expense. Tour review and booking details.

A two day self-guided tour of the best classical music spots in London, most of them free to enter. Full directions given.

A visit to this unique London experience, exploring this historical scene in silence. Photos, background, accomodation and visiting details.

Now a museum ship on the Thames, HMS Belfast is an excellent place to explore and learn about its past. History, photos and visiting details

A visit to the excellent National Army Museum in Chelsea: what there is to see, photos and visiting details.

A visit to the Guards Chapel, site of a terrible tragedy, and Guards Museum in London. Historical background, photos and visiting details.

The monument to SOE agents by the Thames - history, photos and where to find it.