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City container
The buildings of this area are made by shipping containers. They show a new way to understand modern architecture. People who live here, are artists, designers or students so it is a lively area where not just for living, you can also enjoy the cultural atmosphere around it.
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posted by bcebasFestival pier -- the beach party
If you're walking along the south bank of the river, the tide is low and you want to have a party don't forget to check out the Beach Party on Festival Pier.
Drinks are usually BYO (Bring Your Own) and there's either a DJ or live music.
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posted by massagranCity hall building
If you like architecture this is a treat from Fosters & Partners engineered by Arup.
You can visit some of it Mondays to Thursdays from 8.30am to 6pm, Fridays from 8.30am to 5.30pm. One cool thing to see is the London Photomat (a picture of the whole of London you can walk on and explore) and the art exhibitions.
Two days a year you can see the whole building (check website for dates). Otherwise, weather permitting, you can have a sandwich at the Scoop (a nice amphitheatre outside)
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posted by massagranThe golden hind
A replica of Francis Drake's Golden Hind can be visited on St Mary Overie Dock. The boat has actually sailed 140.000 miles and If traveling with children you can have "pirate fun day!".
These can include educational tours with crew in costumes, dinners on the boat, story telling and even sleepovers.
A good view of London from the Stern too!
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posted by massagranNla
The NLA galleries, which feature the Pipers Central London model, are open to the public 6 days a week and attract over 2500 visitors from London and abroad each week.
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posted by arturWestminster millenium pier
The millenium Pier is next to the houses of parliament and the Big Ben. It's great for daytrips on a sunny London day.
a) Ride to Embankment, Festival Pier, Bankside Pier, London Bridge and St. Katharine's Pier (includes return back to Westminster)
b) Ride to Greenwich (60mn) stopping at the London Eye and Tower Bridge. (usually includes return back to Westminster)
<< Picture: from Fin Fahey under Creative Commons.>>
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posted by massagranBac: battersea arts center
Theater, Cafe, bar, comedy, movies, dance, conference center and local community center, the BAC always has something to offer. If you're in the South Bank, make sure to check it out.
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posted by massagranPrince charles cinema
The Cinema in London can easily cost £10. Now for £10 you can become a member of the Prince Charles (located next to the very central Leicester Square) and then go to the cinema for £1.50 (before 5pm) or £3.50 evenings. Full price is £5 which is pretty reasonable anyway. Movies range from Block Busters (a few weeks after they make it to main theatres) to more interesting International Movies, Classics, Sing Alongs (people wear costumes and sing at the cinema). Overall: cheap and fun!
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