If you are visiting England on holiday, London has plenty to offer. England's capital city is host to many sites of historical and cultural history, spanning from the development of the British Empire to modern day events.

If you are visiting London take a break from shopping and fine dining to take in many of the sites and attractions on offer. The following article sheds some light on some of London's most popular attractions for all the family.

The London Eye is one of London's newest yet widely recognised features. The London Eye has appeared in the media numerous times and has featured in episodes of Absolutely Fabulous, Doctor Who, The Simpsons and the film Harry Potter and the Rising of The Phoenix amongst other films and TV shows.

Built in 1999, The London Eye held the World Record for the largest construction of its kind for seven years. The London Eye is over 130 metres tall and has 32 pods which can hold up to 25 people. The Pods are sealed and have air conditioning for comfort. The wheel turns at a sedate pace of roughly half a metre a second and the ride lasts about half an hour; allowing plenty of time to take in the views offered from one of London's finest vantage points.

The London Eye is easily accessible using public transport and is located on the South Bank of The Thames in the Lambeth Area. London Eye is close to London County Hall and The Ministry of Defence making it the great way to round of a day in the capital.

The Tower of London is well known as a place of great historical significance throughout the years of Britain's development. The Tower has served many purposes from farming and displaying the crown jewels to being used as a prison for prisoners of war and criminals awaiting execution. The Tower in its current capacity is used as a museum and has been showcasing the Royal Family's crown Jewels since the turn of the fourteenth century.

The Crown Jewels were moved to The Tower after a controversial incident when Thomas Blood attempted to liberate them from Westminster Abbey. The Jewels were then stored and displayed in the Jewel House where they have officially remained since under constant guard.

The Tower of London is located within the financial district of the City of London, in close proximity to Tower Bridge over The River Thames. The Tower can be accessed from Tower Wharf, a walkway that leads visitors past some of London's famous sites towards the Tower itself.