Top 10 Most Visited Attractions in London - 2024
There’s nothing better than a trip up to the Capital (or down if you live in Yorkshire like us - on the map anyway!), its a bit pricey with a beer costing a small fortune in any of the following attractions, but its worth it for a special trip and with so much to see and do here’s a list of the top ten things by visitor numbers you could do with a small cash win at Fifty20…
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British Museum – 6,479,952 visits
Retained its position as the UK's most-visited attraction for the second consecutive year, marking an 11% increase from 2023. -
Natural History Museum – 6,301,972 visits
Achieved its best year for visits, with a 22% increase compared to the previous year. -
Windsor Great Park – 5,670,430 visits
Maintained its position as the most popular outdoor attraction in the UK, despite a slight decrease in visitor numbers. -
Tate Modern – 4,603,025 visits
Celebrated its 25th anniversary with a 22% increase in attendance, highlighting its significant impact on London's cultural landscape. -
Southbank Centre – 3,734,075 visits
Experienced a 17% surge in visitors, reflecting its vibrant arts and cultural offerings. -
Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) – 3,525,700 visits
Saw a 28% increase in visits, bolstered by popular exhibitions and recent renovations. -
National Gallery – 3,203,451 visits
Attracted 14% more visitors than the previous year, despite still being below pre-pandemic levels. -
Somerset House – 3,074,736 visits
Ranked eighth, showcasing its diverse cultural events and exhibitions. -
Tower of London – 2,902,385 visits
Climbed to ninth place with a 28% increase in visitors, highlighting its enduring historical appeal. -
Science Museum – 2,827,242 visits
Rounded out the top 10, with a 27% rise in attendance, reflecting its engaging exhibits and educational programs.
These figures underscore a significant rebound in London's cultural and historical attractions, with many institutions reporting double-digit growth in visitor numbers. The resurgence is attributed to a combination of factors, including popular exhibitions, renovations, and London's continued appeal as a global cultural hub.