Tour Highlights

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  The Palace

  Located some 20 kilometers southwest of Paris, it was originally the royal hunting lodge.  King Louis XIV officially moved his court to Versailles in 1682 taking along with him the entirety of the monarchy.  The Château housed the royal family until 1789 when the Revolutionaries forced them to return to Paris. 

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  The Historical District

  This is the heart of Versailles as laid out by King Louis XIV.  He designed the town around his palace, designating an area for markets, tanners, butchers, bakers, and much more.  Learn about the historical Notre Dame quarter and see the lasting remnants of small town life, including the bustling market and other local vendors. 

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  The Grand Canal

  This symmetrical reflecting pool was designed by Louis XIV to give the optical illusion of a never-ending garden.  From our vantage point, we’ll see an unequivocal view of the palace in all its grandeur. 

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  The Petit & Grand Trianons

  Built by King Louis XIV and XV respectively, they offer a fantastic view into the original Versailles.  Each is located in the exterior gardens, away from the Château.  Charles de Gaulle had an office in the Grand Trianon after World War II. 

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  Marie Antoinette’s Hameau

  The Queen’s Austrian-inspired village is complete with a water-mill, a lake and small farm, and the highly controversial English garden. This is where Marie-Antoinette would come to escape the rigid life of high court.  She was also rumored to have had secret rendezvous in the hidden corners of her own private domain.

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  Viktoriapark Panorama

  Tucked in the famous Kreuzberg district, the hill of Viktoriapark provides one of the best panoramas of Berlin. Although normally a steep hill, it's no problem to conquer by e-bike. The reward isn't just the scenary, but also the waterfall flowing through the center of the park and the monument to the Napoleonic Wars designed by Karl Schinkel.  

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  Former Tempelhof Airport

  Originally Germany's first airstrip where even the Kaiser witnessed his first flight, Tempelhof rose to extreme importance as West Berlin's lifeline during the Berlin Airlift of 1948/1949. It's recently been closed and is now a massive city park. Bike the original runways, see the old terminal building built by the Nazis, and see how Berliner's are transforming the incredible space.

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  Once in a Lifetime New Year's

  Experience the excitement of New Year’s in the heart of Paris, France. We will provide New Year’s party hats, party beads, party blowers and more. The tour group will celebrate this holiday right with champagne before they go up the tower. 

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  Notre Dame

  The most famous cathedral on the planet. Learn about the famous flying buttresses, the history inside the cathedral and how Paris can trace its roots to the Ile de la Cité. We typically arrive at sunset so have your camera ready!

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  Hall of Mirrors

  Used by King Louis XIV as the place to welcome important guests (and also for opulent parties). Try to imagine walking the length of the Hall with servants lining both sides and King Louis himself sitting in a chair at the far end. Also the site of the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919 that officially ended World War I.

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  Monet's Gardens

  Imagine stepping into the canvas of your favorite Monet painting. Beautiful flowers, the Japanese Bridge and the famous water lilies await you.

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  The American Cemetery

  Technically United States territory, the cemetery is the final resting place for almost 10,000 fallen US soldiers. The grounds are beautifully kept and offer a stunning view over Omaha Beach and the English Channel.

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  The tasting will include six different wines from precious French boutique wineries; a combination of whites and reds, along with one Champagne.

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  Share the Fun!

  Friends, sisters, mothers and daughters escape to Paris for a trip of a life-time. Choose Paris du Jour for the perfect way to explore Paris together. No maps, no hassles, just time for fun together.

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  The Eiffel Tower

  The symbol of Paris was built by Gustave Eiffel sa the entrance for the Universal Exposition of 1889 and stood as the tallest building in the world until New York City's Chrysler Building was completed in 1930.

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  The Eiffel Tower

  The symbol of Paris. Built for the World Exposition of 1889 and stood as the tallest building in the world until New York's Chrysler building in 1930.

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  The Houses of Parliament

  The Houses of Parliament are situated along the banks of the Thames River. Home to the House of Lords and the House of Commons, at one point in history the decisions made here directly affected one quarter of the world's population.

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  Private Entry

  Enjoy the rare opportunity to have an entire museum to yourself. Our private entry and limited group size gets you into the Centre Pompidou before it opens to the public!

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  Deportation Memorial

  The Memorial is located on the eastern tip of the Ile de la Cité and is dedicated to the memory of over 200,000 French citizens that were sent to Nazi concentration camps.

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  Plaza Sant Jaume

  Located at the center of the original Roman settlement of Barcino, this plaza is home to the Ajuntament, (City Hall) and the Palau de la Generalitat (seat of the Catalan regional government).

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  The Field Museum

  Founded to house the biological and anthropological collections assembled for the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. Current home to Sue the famous T. rex and the Lions of Tsavo.

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  White House

  One of the most photographed building in the world and the greatest symbol of power. Every President except George Washington has lived in this Executive Mansion.

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  Ritz Hotel

  The story opens with Robert Langdon fast asleep in his room and the police knocking on his door. He is being summoned to the Louvre to help solve Jacques Saunière's murder. Robert is not aware that he's actually a suspect in the crime.

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  Bastille Prison

  The French Revolution officially began on July 14, 1789 as the citizens stormed the Bastille prison. The prison no longer exists and one of the Paris opera houses is found here along with a column honoring the 1831 Paris Commune. Our tour does not visit the location of the former prison, but we will discuss the event.

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  Sacré Cœur Basilica

  Located at the highest point in the city, this white Roman Catholic basilica has dominated the Parisian skyline since 1914. French for "Basilica of the Sacred Heart", it was dedicated to the 58,000 who lost their lives in the Franco-Prussian War.

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  Eastside Gallery

  Explore the East Side Gallery, a kilometer-long stretch of still-standing Wall, famous for its graffiti. It's politically charged and we give you plenty of time to soak it in, so don't forget your camera.

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  Neue Synagoge

  We begin the tour by examining the former Jewish quarter of Berlin. Here we'll see not just the impressively rebuilt New Synagogue, but also two distinct memorials to Jewish victims and Jewish courage.

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  Opera House

  One of the most famous opera houses, and opera companies, in the world. Work on the building began in 1861 and was completed in 1869, following plans drawn up by architects August Sicard von Sicardsburg and Eduard van der Nüll. It was built in the Neo-Renaissance style and was the first opera built in Vienna.

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  Hungarian Parliament

  Hungary's National Assembly sits on the banks of the Danube. The Assembly established a competition for their new building and construction was completed in 1904. It is the second largest Parliament Building in Europe.

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  St. Stephen's Basilica

  Named in honor of Stephen, the first King of Hungary from roughly 975-1038, this ecclesiastic basilica is the tallest building in Budapest along with the Hungarian Parliament Building reaching 96 meters. It took approximately 54 years to construct and was completed in 1905.

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  New Palace

  This largest of palaces was built by Friedrick the Great to house guests. It's a magnificent way to kick off the tour before riding along the magnificent Sans Succi park.

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  Luftwaffe Ministry

  The massive former headquarters building of the Nazi Luftwaffe Ministry still stands and is now the main building of Germany's Finance Ministry.

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  Enjoy Riding a Segway!

  Having fun riding the Segway is the name of the game on our "Mini" Afternoon Tour. Your guide will show you the ins and outs of the machine before you take to the sidewalks and tree-lined boulevard of Unter den Linden.

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  During the cruise you'll taste three Champagnes Brut, Demi-sec and Rosé Champagnes. The cruise will last an hour and you'll return to the same place you boarded from right at the base of the Eiffel Tower.

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  Gendarmenmarkt

  Die Berliner sagen, er sei der schönste Platz der Stadt. Fest steht, dass man hier klassische Musik im Konzerthaus hören oder das Glockenspiel des Französischen Doms bewundern kann. Ihm gegenüber steht der Deutsche Dom, wo man die Ausstellung "Wege, Irrwege, Umwege. Die Entwicklung der parlamentarischen Demokratie in Deutschland", besuchen kann. Die naheliegende Friedrichstraße, sowie die umliegenden Querstraßen sind ebenfalls einen genauen Blick wert.

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  Windmühle

  Historische Galerie Windmühle nach Holländischem Vorbild.

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  Schloss Sanssouci

  Sommerresidenz Friedrichs des Großen im Rokoko Stil.

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  Neue Orangerie

  Im italienischen Stil erbautes Renaissanceschloss

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  Nauener Tor

  Eines der letzten noch erhaltenen Stadttore von Potsdam, aus der Mitte des 18. Jahrunderts.

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  Glienicker Brücke

  Berüchtigter Übergabepunkt von Spionen zwischen DDR und West-Berlin, darunter der amerikanische U2-Pilot Gary Powers

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  Park Sanssouci

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  Schloss Cecilienhof

  Jüngstes Schloss Potsdams und Ort der Potsdamer Konferenz.

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  Neuer Garten

  Große und reizvolle Gartenanlage mit Orangerie, Pyramide und dem berühmten Marmorpalast

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  Neues Palais

  Größtes Schloss in Potsdam, erbaut für Gäste Friedrichs des Großen

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  Checkpoint Charlie

  El hito más famoso de la Guerra Fría y de la zona fronteriza.

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  Châtelet Tower

  Châtelet Tower was build by Napoleon to replace the ancient Châtelet prison and signified victory. The prison was a major place of torture and interrogation during that time. Ghosts of it’s victims still haunt the square.

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  The Conciergerie

  Where Marie Antoinette was taken for her trial after attempting to escape the Tuileries Palace. Learn about her encounter with the Red Man of the Tuileries and the drastic fates which he bestowed upon the French royals!

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  Notre Dame

  This Gothic Cathedral has it’s mysteries. Learn about the real gypsies, legends of the cursed gates, reliquaries, alchemical and gargoyles.

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  Palais de Justice

  In 1993, the notorious cannibal and “Vampire of Paris”, Mr. K was tried for seven counts of murder. This was also the site of the last public Guillotining in 1939.

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  Pont Neuf

  French for “New Bridge”, this is actually the oldest bridge in Paris. Displaying over 300 masques or faces, you will learn of the Monkey and the Poet, and the Curse of the Knights Templar.

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  St. Jacques

  Where legendary alchemist, Nicolas Flamel, deciphered the philosophers stone and became immortal and wealthy. A character in Harry Potter, The Sourcerers Stone is also based on Nicolas Flamel.

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  Théâtre de la Ville

  The Ghost of Theatre de La Ville has is believed to be the ghost of Gerard du Nerval, the French romantic poet and singer who hung himself in 1855. He is now said to haunt the theatre, harassing the dancers with roses and whispers over their shoulders.

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  The London Eye

  Despite being widely ridiculed when it first opened, the London Eye is now one of the most recognizable and loved structures in London.  On a clear day, it offers you a truly spectacular panoramic view of the city.

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  The U.S. Capitol Building

  Did you know that the cornerstone of one of the most recognizable government buildings in the world was laid during a Freemason ceremony? See where Robert Langdon’s journey begins with a gruesome discovery and the first clues in his hunt to find a hidden Masonic treasure.

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  The Winder Building

  See one of Lincoln’s favorite escapes from the day-to-day business in the White House. Learn why he preferred to receive telegraphs from the front lines of the war over staying in the White House. And uncover one of the many plots to assassinate the President even before April, 1865.

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  Lafayette Park and the White House

  Standing here just three days after the end of the Civil War, actor John Wilkes Booth turns to his co-conspirators and exclaims, “That will be the last speech he ever gives!” Learn about the five days between the end of the war and Lincoln’s death.

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  The Surratt House

  A "hot-bed" for the confederate spies and supporters during the Civil War, we pass the actual house where Booth and his co-conspirators first met. Learn about his female accomplice, Mary Surratt, and how she helped Booth planning and his eventual escape from DC.

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  Ford’s Theater

  The scene of the crime: Ford’s Theater. Learn about Booth’s assassination, his last performance on stage, and the dramatic events of April 14th, 1865. We will answer questions such as, where was Lincoln's body guard that night, and we will see both the scene theater where Lincoln was shot as well as the site of his death.

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  The Escape & Manhunt

  Learn about one of the largest manhunts in American History and how John Wilkes Booth evaded capture for twelve days with a broken leg! The tour will track Booth’s path out of the city as well as the fate of his co-conspirators.

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  The Lincoln Memorial

  A temple built on the edge of the Potomac River dedicated to the 16th President. It has been at the center of the Civil Rights movement for nearly a century. *NOTE: we will step off our Segways here for 15 minutes to check out the Memorial!

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  Checkpoint Charlie

  Dieser ehemalige Mauer-Übergangspunkt für Mitglieder der Alliierten Streitkräfte und Ausländer ist heute ein Informationspunkt über den Kalten Krieg.

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  Ehemalige Luftwaffen Ministerium

  Dieses imposante Gebäude war das früherer Luftwaffe Ministerium im „Dritten Reich“ und beherbergt heute das Finanzministerium unseres Landes.

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  Das Denkmal für die Ermordeten Juden Europas

  Dieses Denkmal hinterlässt auf jeden der es besichtigt einen starken Eindruck. Seine 2711 Stelen aus Beton, alle einzigartig, vermitteln dem Besucher einen Eindruck von Einsamkeit und Bedrückung.

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  Die Berliner Mauer

  Sehen Sie eins der Überreste der Mauer, die einst Deutschland und das gesamte Land teilte, Heute unter Denkmalschutz und erfahren Sie wie sie entstand und warum sie geöffnet wurde.

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  Der Potsdamer Platz

  Berlins "Skyline" und Ort modernster Architektur.

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  Der Reichstag

  Vor der Wende unmittelbar an der Mauer, ist es seit 1999, nach dem Umzug der Bundesregierung aus Bonn, Amtssitz des deutschen Bundestages.

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  Mauer Wachtürme

  Berlins Wachtürme sind nach dem Mauerfall abgebaut worden. Doch manche stehen noch. Sehen Sie mitten in der Innenstadt, einen der letzten erhaltenen original Wachtürme.

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  Die Dauerausstellung „Topographie des Terrors“ - de

  Während des „Dritten Reichs“ Ort der Zentrale der Geheimen Staatspolizei (Gestapo) sowie der SS, befinden sich hier heute ein Informationszentrum und eine Dauerausstellung über die Schrecken der NS.Diktatur.

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  Spaß haben, darauf kommt es hier an!

  Spaß an einer Segway-Fahrt haben, das erklärte Ziel einer "Mini"-Tour. Ihr Guide macht Sie ausführlich mit unseren Segways vertraut und startet dann mit Ihnen auf eine unvergessliche Tour.

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  Lombard Street

  At about 1/4 mile long with a steep grade of 31.5%, this street is often called the most “crooked street” in the world.

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  Königsplatz

  Home of Munich’s first museum and impressive Ancient Greek architecture, Königsplatz is a showcase of Ludwig I’s endeavors to transform Munich into the Athens on the Isar. In the former NS headquarters in the neighboring buildings, Britain, France and Italy signed the Munich Accords with Hitler’s Germany. The annexed Sudetenland would become a failed attempt at appeasement before the chaos of WWII.

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  Odeonsplatz

  Beneath the illustrious Feldhernhalle and magnificent Theatinerkirche lies part of Munich’s darker past: Hitler’s failed Beer Hall Putsch ended here.

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  Königsplatz

  Der Königsplatz, als Geburtsort von Münchens erstem Museum, gilt mit seiner eindrucksvollen alt-griechischen Architektur als Vorzeigeprojekt Ludwigs I., der München in ein ‚Athen an der Isar‘ umbauen ließ. Im ehemaligen NS-Hauptquartier in den angrenzenden Gebäuden unterschrieben Großbritannien, Frankreich und Italien das Münchener Abkommen mit Hitler Deutschland. Auch als Münchener Frieden bekannt, sollte das angeeignete Sudetenland zu einem gescheitertem Besänftigungsversuch vor dem Chaos des 2. Weltkrieges werden.

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  The Restaurant

  After building up our appetite over the course of our evening walk we will make our way to what we consider the best, most authentic and welcoming Indian restaurant in London where we will sample many varieties of the British national dish: Curry!

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  Jack the Ripper Murder Sights

  In the dark gas light streets of 1888 a serial killer stalked the streets of London’s East End. The brutality of the murders shocked and horrified the capital. The killer, who became knows as Jack the Ripper was never caught by police though his murders caught the imagination of London and the world.

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  Sights Bombed During The Blitz

  Between September 1940 and May 1941 London came under sustained bombardment from the German air force. 20,000 Londoners lost their lives and a million buildings in the city were destroyed or damaged. On our pre-dinner walk we will explore an 11th century church bombed during the Blitz which now stands as a memorial to the devastation visited on London during those months

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  Leadenhall Market

  This fantastic, off the beaten track market, sits at what was the centre of Roman London - The Forum.  The market itself, one of the prettiest in London, has stood here for over 600 years. Fans of Harry Potter will recognize it as the real life setting of Diagon Alley which was filmed on location here.

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  London's Best Skyscrapers

  The City of London is one of the world's great financial hubs and is where the Stock Exchange, insurance and market crashes were first invented. In the last 25 years it has become one of the most innovative architectural playgrounds of the world. Our evening stroll will take in the best of London’s skyscrapers such as the descriptively nicknamed “Gherkin”, the Lloyds Building and Tower 42.

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  Bank of England

  The Bank to the British government since 1664. It financed the Empire, has seen riots on its footsteps and sits in one of the prettiest squares in the City, a must see.

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  The Monument

  Photos do not do this landmark justice. Built to commemorate the Great Fire of London of 1666, which destroyed over 13000 houses and 87 churches. The magnificent 61 meter column acts as a symbol of London’s faith in its ability to overcome any challenge and always renew itself.
  
  

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  Jefferson Memorial

  Dedicated to our Third President, this striking memorial looks eerily similar to his house down in Virginia. Hear about the trouble caused when President Roosevelt tried to get a better view of it.

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  The Tower of London

  Officially called Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress but known to Londoners simply as The Tower. This near one thousand year old fortress has served as a royal residence, prison, observatory, treasury, mint, and even a zoo.  The top of the list of recognisable prisoners includes:  Saint Thomas More, Sir Walter Raleigh, Guy Fawkes and Anne Boleyn.

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  The Houses of Parliament

  The Houses of Parliament are part of one of the most important sites in London. Starting off life (and still officially known as) The Palace of Westminster this was a royal residence between the 1100s and the 1500s. However, since the 1300s Parliament has been meeting here. The many years of parliamentary history have meant that it is now widely considered the "Mother of all Parliaments".

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  Lincoln Memorial

  A temple built on the edge of the Potomac River dedicated to the 16th President. It has been at the center of the Civil Rights movement for nearly a century. Get a great look down the Mall at Sundown from the top steps!

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  Octagon House

  Most famous for being home to President Madison after the War of 1812, this house has a haunted past including two heartbroken young ladies and a michevious First Lady!

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  White House

  It might be the most haunted building in DC. Hear the stories of its contruction and destruction as well as its most famous inhabitants that give way to the reports of unexplainable happenings that occur to this day!  

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  Ford's Theater

  The scene of the most well-known murder in American history. In 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated here by John Wilkes Booth... but thats not the only event the leads people to believe this working theater is haunted.

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  Capitol Hill

  Segway right up to the spot where Lincoln and dozens of other presidents were inagurated while we tell you about the darker history of the U.S. Capitol Building. 

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  Lafayette Park

  Just across the street from the White House and home to the Decatur house as well as a murder that sparked a national frenzy. Hear the stories that gives this square a chilling history.

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  Ford's Theater

  The tragic site of the assassination of one of America's most loved presidents, Abraham Lincoln. 

• ...And More!

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  From Train Station to Museum

  The first “work of art” you’ll see is the building itself, which was once a railway station built for the Universal Exhibition of 1900. Paris had to wait 86 years until the national museum we know today was opened to the public.

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  The Tower Bridge

  Built at the height of Queen Victoria's reign this is one of the most iconic and recognisable bridges ever built. Before international flights became the norm visitors to London would have sailed to the city up the Thames and this would have been the first bridge they saw as they entered the city. It still remains one of the must see landmarks of the British capital.

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  London Bridge

  There has been a bridge here since the Roman occupation nearly 2000 years ago. Since the Romans built the original London Bridge there have been around 10 bridges spanning the River on this sight. Some were carried away by the tides, others burnt down, others simply fell apart over the years, one was purposefully pulled down by a vengeful king giving rise to the famous nursery rhyme "London Bridge is Falling Down".

   

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  Borough Market

  Set in the atmospheric surroundings of railway bridges, Southwark Cathedral and the River Thames this is one of London's oldest Markets. The written record goes back to 1200's but archaeological evidence for a market here goes right back to Romans. The cobbled streets of the Market will leave you feeling like you are ambling trough a Charles Dickens novel (or a Harry Potter film).

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  Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

  Have you ever used the expressions:  Tto kill with kindness, one fell swoop, or dead as a doornail?  Those and hundreds of other expressions and words (excellent, critical, lonely to name a few!) are attributed to one of the greatest Brits that ever lived. In the shadows of the historically accurate recreation of the Globe Theatre, learn about the less trumpeted side of William Shakespeare and his direct impact on our 21st century lives.

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  St Paul's Cathedral

  St. Paul’s Cathedral is the defining masterpiece of Sir Christopher Wren’s architectural genius.  The ground upon which it is built has been considered sacred for thousands of years.  In more modern times, this is where the world mourned the loss of Sir Winston Churchill and celebrated the fairytale wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.  It was almost completely destroyed during the Second World War but was saved by a courageous group of volunteers called the Church Watch.

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  The Tate Modern

  The Tate Modern is the most visited modern art gallery in the world, with around 4.7 million visitors per year. It occupies a former coal power station built by Sir Giles Gilbert-Scott, the designer of Liverpool Cathedral, Battersea Power Station and the Red telephone box.

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  The Shard

  When fully completed in 2012 this will be the tallest building in the European Union. Built by Renzo Piano this amazing addition to the London skyline is already generating a lot of controversy.  Love it or hate it (we love it!) it remains an impressive and ambitious example of London's ever changing architectural landscape.

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  The London Eye

  Despite being widely ridiculed when it first opened, the London Eye is now one of the most recognisable and loved structures in the London skyline.  On a clear day, it offers you a truly unparalleled, panoramic view of the city.