Castles in London

There are three excellent castles for visitors to London to enjoy. In the city of London itself is the Tower of London which has stood since 1066ad. It has been used as a royal palace, zoo, prison and is home to the crown jewels. Famously guarded by the Yeomen Warders and Beefeaters, they also look after the ravens who live at the Tower. This is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world.

To the west of London on a bend of the river Thames near Hammersmith is Hampton Court Palace. Built in the 1500s it is a fine example of a Tudor royal palace with stunning rooms, great gardens and lots more. 2 real highlights are the gold and silver threaded tapestries (the second most expensive treasure in England after the crown jewels) and the restored Tudor kitchens which give visitors a real understanding of live for servants of the tudor court.

Both of these royal castles are worth visiting but if you have only time for one then I suggest you get on a train to Windsor. just 1 hour from Waterloo station is historic Windsor, home of the world's greatest castle and the place the royal family still call home after almost a thousand years of occupancy. there is so much to see and do in the castle and in the town. You may also add a tour of Eton college, just a short walk across the river to make a whole day trip that you will treasure forever.