• The London Eyelondon eye at sunset image by Adam Edwards from Fotolia.com
  
  London is not a cheap city to visit. Between transport, food and accommodation, you're bound to spend a good chunk of money. Fortunately, many of the attractions, including major museums, are free to visit. Others cost a lot. It may be tempting to skip them, especially if you're traveling with a large family. However, you may regret missing out on some fantastic experiences.
  
  

The London Eye

• Opened just in time for the new millennium, the London Eye is a very popular, if pricey, tourist attraction. In the early days, you had to book weeks in advance to get a ticket, then queue on the day. Now you can just turn up and buy a ticket for the 30-minute ride. The wheel takes you 443 ft above London, giving you a great view of the city. Sunset rides are especially popular. For a truly romantic experience, you can book the entire capsule all to yourself. It comes with a bottle of champagne. An adult ticket on the London Eye costs £17.95. A child ticket costs £9.50. (Prices accurate as of August, 2010.)
  
  The London Eye
  
  Riverside Bldg
  
  County Hall
  
  Westminster Bridge Rd
  
  London SE1 7PB
  
  44-870-990-8881
  
  londoneye.com
  
  

Tower of London

• The Tower of London is the popular name for Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress. The oldest part of the castle dates back to 1066. However, the most recognizable part, the White Tower, was built slightly later in 1078. At various times in history, it served as an armory, a treasury, a public records office, a prison, a menagerie, and the home of the Royal Mint. It currently houses the Crown Jewels. Visitors can take a fascinating tour guided by a Yeoman Warder. An adult ticket costs £17, a child ticket £9.50. (Prices accurate as of August, 2010.)
  
  Tower of London
  
  202-203 Grange Road
  
  London SE1 3AA
  
  44-844-482-7777
  
  hrp.org.uk/toweroflondon
  
  

London Dungeon

• Located next to London Bridge station, the London Dungeon is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the city. During peak season, the queue stretches down the road. The Dungeon recreates various gory events from history in a disturbingly-realistic fashion. There's a section dedicated to the bubonic plague and other gruesome epidemics. Visit Sweeney Todd barbershop, conveniently located next to Mrs Lovett's pie shop. An adult ticket to the London Dungeon will set you back £23. A child ticket is £17. (Prices accurate as of August, 2010.)
  
  London Dungeon
  
  28-34 Tooley Street
  
  London SE1 2SZ
  
  44-20-7403-7221
  
  thedungeons.com