The 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne will see Historic Royal Palaces celebrating the special events and exhibitions.

This special pass gives you access to all the special events at Historic Royal Palaces, including:

Henry VIII: Heads and Hearts at Hampton Court Palace will encompass the opportunity to meet his women.

Henry VIII: Dressed to Kill is a spectacular exhibition of his armour and weapons bought together for the first time in modern history, at Henry's own place and fortress the Tower of London.

Tour Info:

• Daily from 9am
• Children are 5 - 15 years, concessions are over 60's and full time students with identification.

Get ready for Body Worlds at O2 as Dr Gunther von Hagens bring his third amazing installation to London. Full of his groundbreaking science exhibits, the exhibition of Body Worlds at O2 comes hot on the heels of Tutankhamun, the smash hit visitor attraction held at the arena in 2007 and 2008.

With old and mummified bodies proving to be a huge draw with Londoners, the exhibition of Body Worlds at O2 is sure to be just as successful. The difference between the two shows is that Body Worlds and the Mirror of Time features amazing preserved human and animal bodies that have been coated in plastic, rather than wrapped up in muslin.

Using the latest scientific advancements Dr Gunther has created another series of fantastic body sculptures using parts of the human body, such as bone, tissue and ligaments, that have been plastinated. Perfectly preserved in their organic state, these are the kinds of things you can expect to see on display with Body Worlds at O2 Arena.

The first Body Worlds exhibition came to Earls Court back in 2006, and Dr Gunther has since installed his body slices on permanent show at the Wellcome Collection. Having taken his unusual exhibitions all over the world, the premiere of his new show will be with the unveiling of Body Worlds at O2 later on this year.

Each of the Body Worlds shows has taken a difference aspect to its show, and for the new exhibition on show at the O2, the theme is all about the aging process and how it affects the human and animal body. Taking the journey of human life right from the start of conception up until death, Body Worlds and the Mirror of Time examines the effects that life has on the body, and how cells, bone, muscles, blood and skin all continues to change in an effort to help preserve and maintain life.

Certain to be one of the most unusual and exciting exhibitions in London this year, Body Worlds at O2 also fulfills a very important scientific function. By alllowing Dr Gunther and his scientists access to these bodies that are specifically donated to his cause, the anatomist can learn valuable scientific lessons. Rather than dwell on the mortality of human life, the scientist hopes that everyone who visits the exhibition will be inspired by the amazing structure that is the body, and will take away a desire to live life to the full.

Situated in the heart of the West End at 1 Piccadilly Circus, the attraction will feature over 500 authentic, original and unbelievable exhibits, from a four-metre long model of Tower Bridge made out of matchsticks and an upside-down tea party to the worlds tallest man and a Mini Cooper encrusted with 1,000,000 Swarovski crystals. Ripley's Believe It or Not! presents a unique mixture of entertainment, education and fun for the entire family - appealing to anyone with a basic sense of curiosity.

Where Truth is Stranger than Fiction!

You can get a ticket for entrance only or Entrance & Mirror Maze.

Times: Daily at 10am - last entry at 10.30pm (closes at midnight)

Please exchange at admission point. Opens at 10am, last entry is at 10.30pm and the museum closes at midnight. This ticket is valid any day up to 31st Dec 09.

Children under 4 are free.

Tickets to the London Aquarium - with Fast Track entry!
By purchasing your single admissions tickets online you’ll be able to use the fast track desk when you arrive and not have to wait in the queue.

The London Aquarium is one of Europe's largest displays of aquatis life and home to up to 400 species in over 50 displays, from sharks, stingrays and clownfish, to moray eels, lionfish and sideways walking crabs.

Relax, unwind and delve into the depts of the exciting and diverse underwater world at the London Aquarium...

Admission Info

Times: Open from 10am to 6pm, 7 days a week, with the last admission at 5pm.

Re-entry is not permitted.

The only day of the year we are closed is Christmas Day. Opening hours may vary.

Images Courtesy of Merlin Entertainments Group

At Livebait we believe in the joy of simple pleasures, we believe in simple yet naturally elegant fresh food. You can have the best culinary experience with us, whether fish or non-fish eater, at anytime of the day.

Book your admission tickets in advance and save 50p per adult admission. Advance tickets only £9.50 compared to £10.00 door price.

St Paul's with its world-famous dome is an iconic feature of the London skyline, but there is so much more to Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece than its impressive façade. The interior of the soaring dome, the glittering mosaics, the intricate stone carving and the breathtaking view down the nave towards the quire are just a few of the reasons why a visit to St Paul's is a must.

St Paul's has been a spiritual focus for the nation since its first service in 1697 and many important events have taken place within its walls, from the state funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington and Sir Winston Churchill to the wedding of the HRH The Prince of Wales to Lady Diana Spencer and the Thanksgiving for Her Majesty The Queen's Golden Jubilee. The Cathedral is also where national services of reconciliation and remembrance are often held, most recently the Asian Tsunami Memorial Service and the Service of Remembrance: London 2005.

With its historic £40 million restoration programme now nearing completion, there has never been a better time to visit St Paul's. For the first time in its 300-year history, the Cathedral has been comprehensively cleaned and repaired inside and out and the results are simply breathtaking.

The West Front, once blackened and damaged, now rises majestically at the top of Ludgate Hill and details previously hidden stand out crisp and proud. The interior has been transformed by state of the art restoration techniques and the light that now floods the space highlights the luminescent Portland stone and brings mosaics, carvings and sculpture to life. In the dome, exquisite 18th century paintings by Sir James Thornhill showing scenes from the life of St Paul have been returned to their original beauty.

As well as noting the startling changes in the interior of the Cathedral and admiring the contemporary paintings by Russian artist Sergei Chepik on the Cathedral floor and arresting wrought-iron and bronze memorial gates for Sir Winston Churchill in the Crypt, visitors can compare the restored West Front and East End of the Cathedral with the still to be completed South and North façades - a fascinating way to appreciate the hard work and expertise that have gone into removing centuries of London soot and grime.

But of course, the pinnacle of any trip to St Paul's has to be the winding journey up the spiral staircase to the Whispering Gallery to sample its unique acoustics before travelling up and out to the Stone and Golden Galleries, which afford a panoramic view of London that never ceases to take one’s breath away.

Whether you've visited St Paul's in the past or will be making your first trip, we can guarantee you won't be disappointed.

Please Note
Will all customers please print off and present booking confirmation.

Last ticket for admission to the galleries sold at 15:30
Last entry to the galleries at 15:45
Last ticket sold for Cathedral Floor & Crypt 16:00

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF GOLDEN GALLERY AT ST PAUL’S CATHEDRAL
The uppermost gallery, the Golden Gallery, will be closed between Monday 03 November 2008 and the end of January 2009 for renovation work.

• EARLY CLOSINGS/LATE OPENINGS:
Wednesday 24 December (Christmas Eve) - Last entry 2pm

2008 Closures

12th November 2008 Last Admission 11:00am
13th November 2008 CLOSED all day
26th November 2008 Last Admission 3:00pm
27th November 2008 Opens at 12:30pm

4th December 2008 Last Admission 3:15pm
10th December 2008 Last Admission 3:30pm
11th December 2008 Last Admission 3:15pm
16th December 2008 Last Admission 2:00pm
19th December 2008 Last Admission 2:00pm
20th December 2008 Last Admission 11:00am
23rd December 2008 Last Admission 1:15pm
24th December 2008 Last Admission 1.15pm (Christmas Eve)
25th December 2008 CLOSED to sightseers
26th December 2008 Open at 9:30am


Cathedral is closed on Xmas Day (25 December).

The London Showboat offers a unique dinner and cabaret cruise on the River Thames, with a four-course meal, live music and dancing. The price includes a welcome drink and half a bottle of wine with your meal.

Imagine your favourite songs from the world's most famous musicals as the perfect accompaniment to the sights of London. Add a river cruise, a four-course dinner plus dancing and you have the perfect combination for an unforgettable evening.

The sights of London at night have to be seen to be believed and The London Showboat is the perfect way to do it. Aboard a modern RiverLiner™, we promise a dinner cruise with top quality entertainment both inside and out. Against the night sky the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, the O2 Millennium Dome, the Thames Flood Barrier and many more London landmarks reveal their splendour. History unfolds before your eyes. Afterwards we'll have you dancing all the way back to Westminster to the strains of popular dance music from the last four decades.

This is the way to see one of the world's great Capital cities.

Make it a special occasion and book an evening to remember with the London Showboat.

MENU

Welcome drink
Pimm’s No. 1 cup (dry sherry in winter)

Starter
Malay prawns in a light mayonnaise
dressing encased in smoked salmon
Soup
Chef’s fresh home-made soup

Main course
Sauté supreme of chicken
served in a fresh Chasseur sauce with
a selection of fresh seasonal vegetables
and new potatoes
We also offer the following vegetarian option by prior arrangement:-
Brie & broccoli pithivier
(a rich, creamed-Brie sauce with
onions and broccoli florets in a golden puff pastry case)

Dessert
A selection of desserts

To finish
Coffee and mints

Tour Info

Times: November, December & March: Runs Thursdays to Saturdays @ 7pm

January & February: Runs Fridays and Saturdays @ 7pm

April to October: Runs Wednesdays to Sundays @ 7pm

Running Time: 3hrs 30 mins

Avoid the queues by advance booking fast track tickets to The Edinburgh Dungeon.

Deep in the heart of Scotland, buried beneath the paving stones of Edinburgh, lies the world's most chillingly famous horror attraction. Step through its imposing portal and you are at once transported to the darker, sinister side of Scotland's turbulent and troubled past.

Terror and torture, mutilation and mass murder, persecution and pestilence: scenes from the more terrible chapters of centuries of Scottish history envelop you in all their grisly and gruesome detail.

Witch-hunters, grave-robbers, murderers, cannibals, executioners - you will find them all here, along with their wretched victims. And remember, as you wander further into the Dungeon's grim and bloody depths, all that you see and experience really happened - much of it disconcertingly close by. In these deep shadows and dark caverns, it's wise to keep your wits about you. Some of the dead have an unnerving habit of coming back to life...

PLEASE NOTE: Advance purchase ticket prices available online may be less than those at the attraction on the day

Avoid the queues by advance booking fast track tickets to The York Dungeon.

Deep in the heart of historic York, buried beneath its very paving stones, lies the North's most chillingly famous horror attraction. The York Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life.... and death. As you delve into the darkest chapters of our grim and bloody past, recreated in all its dreadful detail, remember: everything you experience really happened. A warning - in the Dungeon's dark catacombs it always pays to keep your wits about you. The 'exhibits' have an unnerving habit of coming back to life....

PLEASE NOTE: Advance purchase ticket prices available online may be less than those at the attraction on the day

Come face to face with some of the hairiest, scariest, tallest and smallest animals on the planet - right in the heart of the capital.   Set in leafy Regent's Park amongst heritage-listed buildings and beautiful gardens, London Zoo is a great excuse for a big day out.

New for 2007 is the Gorilla kingdom and Clore Rainforest lookout.   These amazing new attractions will give visitors the chance to experience rainforests on two continents and their native inhabitants in a natural setting with no bars.   Also, get up close to cheeky squirrel monkeys in the walk-through experience, Meet the Monkeys. Dare to encounter the Komodo dragon, or embark on an African Bird Safari.   Even visit the penguins at feeding time or watch a display of natural animal behaviour at Animals in Action.

With all-day parking, play equipment, beautiful picnic areas, keeper talks, animal displays and exciting events, the whole family will enjoy a day out at London Zoo, full of discovery and wild fun.   Adult, child and concession tickets available.

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) is a charity devoted to the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats.   By visiting ZSL London Zoo, you help us to protect endangered species, conserve natural habitats and bring learning to life for all ages.

Concession tickets are included for:

• Students aged 16 years and over
• Seniors over 60 years old
• Disabled

Children 2 and younger are free and do not require a ticket.

17th September 2007

Bone up on your Scare Tactics at ZSL London Zoo!

Halloween activities running from 1st to 28th October 2007

There’s fiendish fun to be had in the run up to Halloween at ZSL London Zoo this October with a range of activities to thrill your little horrors.

Join in one of our creative storytelling sessions: investigate the scare tactics of the creatures of the rainforest as they forage for food, establish their territories and look for love; explore the brain of a bug and discover why creepy crawlies are nothing to be scared of; or take a trip to the wild side to find out how the wildlife living in your very own back garden frighten their foes.

Get your hands dirty in our enrichment workshops choosing and making treats for our rats and aye aye.

Learn more about the darker side of Megabugs, reptiles and spiders in our hair-raising daily talks. Don’t miss your chance to see scare tactics first hand in our special Animals in Action demonstrations.

Not to mention daily penguin and gorilla feeds and the opportunity experience a rainforest shower in Clore Rainforest Lookout.

All sessions are free and suitable for children of all ages.