From the world's oldest scientific zoo to some of the biggest specimen collections on the planet, London is bursting with exhibitions and research centres; many offer free entry, as well as tailored scientific talks, tours and educational programs.
London's most obvious attraction is the Science Museum - home to the planet's most extensive collection of science, technology, industry and medicine; but equally impressive are the 70 million life and earth-science specimens at the National History Museum – also a renowned centre of scientific research. Travel east along the river and you'll find the world's largest moveable flood barrier, the UK's biggest refracting telescope and the all-important Prime Meridian. For Zoologists, London Zoo is a must, and Marine Biologists should head straight to the London Aquarium.
Get interactive in the Science Museum, or experience an earthquake at the National History Museum. Investigate the history of astronomy at the Royal Observatory, or study aquatic life and become part of a conservation campaign at the London Aquarium. Appreciate expert engineering at the Thames Barrier, or examine animal behaviour and identify endangered species at London Zoo.
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3 Days to London
Day 1:
Morning departure from school, arrive at your accommodation. Take a ride on the London Eye and admire the panoramic view of the city by night.
Day 2:
Spend most of the day at the Science Museum. In the afternoon visit the London Aquarium and take a cruise on the Thames in the evening.
Day 3:
Take a Thames boat trip to Greenwich Maritime Museum and Observatory, passing the Thames Barrier. Return to school.
Travel throughout London onboard Thames Clippers - A fast and frequent hop on, hop off service on the River Thames. Register your interest when you speak to an advisor or when requesting a quote online.
