TripAdvisor
reveals the UK’s most talked-about attractions
If you’re stuck for ideas on what to do
with the kids during the winter months, we at TripAdvisor have got something to
inspire you. We’ve pulled together a list of this year’s most talked about
attractions to help you get ahead when it comes to planning the perfect day out. From museums to
galleries to parks, TripAdvisor can reveal the 10 UK attractions with
the most traveller reviews written by British visitors.
“With wet weekend season upon us and the Christmas
holidays right around the corner, it can be overwhelming keeping the children
entertained. Take some tips from other visitors and find out which attractions
have caused a buzz this year. Of the thousands of British attractions
listed on TripAdvisor these are the 10 most-talked about, so you can stop
researching and start enjoying your day out,” commented TripAdvisor
spokesperson, Emma Shaw.
1. The
British Museum, London, England
The British Museum is located in West
London and like many of the London museums is free to enter. Founded in 1753
the museum is a spectacular building and visitors can see exhibitions on the
Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans among a whole host of worldly histories.
As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “This is one of the world’s great
museums.”
2. The
Tower of London, London, England
Located in Tower Hill, the Tower of London
is a World Heritage Site and one of the most famous landmarks in the UK. The
Tower of London houses the
Crown Jewels which are on display for visitors to see
as well as the prisoners exhibition and 500 years of royal armour. As one
TripAdvisor traveller commented, “A beautiful example of British history immaculately
kept and a fascinating day out.”
3. Warner
Bros Studio Tour, Watford, Hertfordshire, England
A behind-the-scenes walking tour, the
Warner Bros Studio Tour immerses guests into the world of film-making. The tour
features authentic sets, costumes and props from movies including Harry Potter.
As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “Whether you enjoy films or are
interested in the film industry, this is a must for you.”
4. The
London Eye, London, England
Located on London’s South Bank, the London
Eye provides the ultimate viewing platform to take in the breathtaking sights
of the UK’s capital. Visitors can board a capsule and see London from all
angles during a 30 minute ‘flight’ at a maximum height of 135 metres. As one
TripAdvisor traveller commented, “In one word - fantastic. Great views all
round – literally.”
5. The
National Gallery, London
Situated right in the middle of London’s
Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery is free to enter and its collection of
artwork spans the period from about 1250 to 1900. The gallery also regularly
exhibits guest collections. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “Really
interesting place to go even if you are not the arty type. To see some of the
most famous paintings in the world is awesome.”
6. Edinburgh
Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh Castle is home to Scotland’s
Crown Jewels, no less than three military museums and a prisoners of war
exhibition among many other things to see. The castle is perched on top of an
extinct volcano and is an Edinburgh World Heritage Site. As one TripAdvisor
traveller commented, “I went into this castle expecting a solid dose of
Scottish history, architecture, artistry, and culture. That it most certainly
offers.”
7. The
Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
Both scenic and historic, Edinburgh’s Royal
Mile is one of the most famous streets in the world. Located in the Old Town,
the heart of the city, the Royal Mile offers an abundance of shops and
restaurants and is also the location for Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of
Holyroodhouse where the queen still stays when she is in the city. As one
TripAdvisor traveller commented, “A lovely street in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Perfect for a stroll and loads to see.”
8. The
Victoria & Albert Museum, London, England
Located in South
Kensington, the V&A is a museum of art and design. It is free to enter and
displays collections from around the world from Venetian glass and Chinese art
to examples of fashion from the 18th Century to the present day. As one TripAdvisor
traveller commented, “Wow - absolutely overwhelming, eclectic display of
artefacts from earliest times to the present day.”
9. The
Lion King, Lyceum Theatre, London, England
On at the Lyceum Theatre on London’s
Strand, The Lion King is a musical adaptation of the Disney film of the same
name. The musical depicts the story of Simba and his epic journey to fulfil his
destiny as King of the Pridelands. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “The
costumes and choreography are extraordinary.”
10. St
James’ Park, London, England
St James’ Park offers 90 acres of open space in London
and is the oldest of the Royal Parks in the city, surrounded by three palaces –
Buckingham Palace, Clarence House and St James's Palace. Attractions at the
park include the Queen Victoria Memorial and the Diamond Jubilee Floral Crown.
The world famous Changing of the Guard can also be seen here at just a stone’s
throw from Buckingham Palace. As one TripAdvisor
traveller commented, “This pretty park is just big enough to stretch the legs
or, more likely, to sit and relax away from the bustle of central
London.”
*Most talked about attractions were
determined using an algorithm that measured highest amount of reviews by
travellers from the UK, in the period 1st September 2011 – 1st September 2012.
