Trying to cram in all of the essential attractions when you have just 24 hours to spend in London can be a challenge, as there’s just so much to see and do.
Luckily for those staying at the Montcalm London Marble Arch hotel, there are plenty of opportunities to discover some of the best attractions in London right on your doorstep. Here are a few of our favourite tourist attractions that you simply shouldn’t miss the next time you’re in town for one day or less.
One of the most popular attractions in the area, Madame Tussauds is located less than a mile away from the Montcalm Marble Arch hotel, so enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the Montcalm restaurant before taking a stroll to the attraction.
With plenty of exhibitions including the Royals, A-list celebrities and even a black cab ride around London of yesteryear, Madame Tussauds is a great way to experience a little history of the city while you marvel at the skill of the teams that create these incredible waxworks.
Amateur sleuths and literate lovers should head to Baker Street for a visit to the Sherlock Holmes Museum as it’s just a short hop on the Tube from our hotel.
Discover snippets of characters from Conan Doyle’s books as you move from room to room – all have been painstakingly replicated using details from the late author’s works.
Open until 6 pm each day, you’ll have plenty of time to check out some of the other attractions near Marble Arch or even spend a little time at the Montcalm spa before returning home.
Located just a short stroll away from the Montcalm London Marble Arch hotel, Kensington Palace is a wonderful place to spend a few hours with an array of stately rooms and exhibitions to enjoy.
The childhood home of Queen Victoria, visitors can learn more about her life from her own personal journals and diaries plus discover more about her role as monarch, mother and wife.
There’s also a beautiful garden area for visitors to enjoy. This includes a sunken garden area filled with wonderfully fragrant flowers and shrubs, so take a stroll through Hyde Park and enjoy everything that Kensington Palace has to offer during your brief stay in the capital city.
If you want to see as many iconic landmarks as you possibly can in just a few hours, then head to the London Eye.
Giving you a bird’s eye view over the skyline, book a flight on one of the pods and you’ll be able to spot several landmarks without having to spend valuable time travelling all over the city.
Just make sure that you book your ticket in advance and turn up at the correct time so you can beat the queues and not have to wait in line for hours on end.
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