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Windsor Castle
• Stroll through Windsor Castle, the royal family's ancestral home • Admire exquisite treasures in the national suites • Enjoy audio guides and savor the beauty of the castle Windsor Castle has been the family residence of the British royal House of Windsor, situated on a hill overlooking the River Thames. Originally built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, the castle's design has evolved over time due to its long history, changing royal tastes, and financial circumstances, blending classical and modern elements. Windsor Castle can be divided into the Upper Ward, Middle Ward, and Lower Ward. The Upper Ward mainly features royal furnishings like the Waterloo Chamber (banquet hall) and art galleries. The Middle Ward has the Round Tower surrounded by the Rose Garden, while the Lower Ward includes Gothic-style St. George's Chapel among other attractions. The upper section primarily consists of state suites and royal private suites, renowned for their collection of royal paintings and treasures. With furniture and decorations dating back to the Middle Ages, each room here can be considered a small art gallery. The central area here is dominated by the round tower surrounded by rose gardens, originally built of wood and later reconstructed in stone. The round tower once served as a prison for royal political enemies but now primarily houses the royal archives and photography collections. St. George's Chapel in the Lower Ward is a fine example of English Gothic architecture, renowned for its magnificent stone fan-vaulted ceiling and exquisite stained glass windows. It has also hosted numerous royal weddings.Windsor · 26.1 km from Reading
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
·Enjoy 55 LEGO-themed rides, facilities and attractions ·Can't-miss character meet-and-greets, live performances and 4D movie experiences ·Explore the LEGO Store & King's Market and enjoy shopping LEGOLAND Windsor Theme Park in the UK is definitely a paradise for adults and children. There are many models built with Lego bricks. The Mini Park is worth seeing. Here, famous European and American landscapes are scaled down. The details of the miniature landscape are rich and vivid, and there are vehicles and people in the city. In addition to Lego models, there are 55 amusement rides and attractions in the amusement park, such as a pirate ship and a large maze, suitable for adventure and fun for the whole family! △ Enjoy a 4D movie that will make the whole family laugh - Officer In Pursuit △ Take a close look at the models of landmarks in the Miniland, featuring nearly 40 million LEGO bricks △ Join pirates' quest for treasure with Captain Blackheart △ Test your ninja skills as you battle through ice, wind and fire with the NINJAGO heroesWindsor · 22.8 km from Reading
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
• Experience the magic of filmmaking—costumes, props, and special effects from "Harry Potter" • Take the Hogwarts Express from platform nine and three-quarters and enjoy butterbeer • Explore Hagrid's hut, Dumbledore's office, the Gryffindor common room, and other movie scenes Although the Harry Potter film series that accompanied many adults and children as they grew up has come to an end, don't be sad. Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, where the Harry Potter films were produced over the past decade, will continue to bring you magical surprises! Remember the triple-decker bus in the movies? Mr. Weasley's enchanted car? You can find all these iconic scenes here. London also offers the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, where children can witness the production process of the Harry Potter films. At the 14,000-square-meter Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, you'll see the massive and authentic sets, costumes, visual effects, and props from all eight Harry Potter films. Travelers will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes and explore some never-before-seen areas! △Arrive at the filming location of "Harry Potter" △Get up close with original magical props from the movie series △Take a photo with your favorite scene △Walking tour of scenes used in the movie series and behind-the-scenes footageWatford · 46.8 km from Reading
Escape Hunt Reading
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Dinton Pastures Country Park
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London Eye
Take a ride on the incredible 135-metre London Eye and enjoy a panoramic view of London's stunning skyline, packed with iconic landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and more. Ride during the day, at night, at sunset, or at dusk—which will you choose? The London Eye has a total of 32 air-conditioned, fully enclosed cabins, each of which can accommodate approximately 25 people. It takes about half an hour to complete a full rotation. The cabins are equipped with explanations of various sights in London, which play when they rotate to the corresponding angle. In addition, touch-sensitive information panels are also available.London · 59.7 km from Reading
The British Museum
The British Museum is one of the largest and most renowned museums in the world. The British Museum houses over 8 million cultural relics and treasures from around the globe, with its vast quantity and diversity of collections being rare among museums worldwide. Rich collection of treasures Due to its vast collection, The British Museum can nearly showcase the entire course of world civilization. Despite spatial limitations, it still displays approx. 50,000 items simultaneously. The main collections date from the medieval period, with particular renown for ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman artifacts, alongside a wealth of precious cultural relics from Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. Many cultural treasures from around the world can only be seen in their authentic form here. Ancient Greek-style main building The main building emulates ancient Greek architecture, featuring a grand entrance with a tall colonnade flanked by eight thick and towering Roman-style columns on each side, topped by a pediment roof adorned with reliefs. Entering through the main door leads to the great court, which is connected to over 100 galleries of various sizes surrounding it. Inspired by the Louvre Pyramid, the great court is bright, spacious, and elegantly minimalist. Bright central atrium The great court was originally part of the British Library. After the library moved out, it was transformed into a covered square with a white color scheme. The square's massive semi-transparent roof is composed of many uniquely shaped glass panels, combined with white stone, ensuring excellent lighting even on gloomy days in London. The sculptures displayed in the court are genuine treasures, such as the marble lion and Easter Island statues. Additionally, artists from around the world occasionally perform here, adding a relaxed atmosphere to the solemn museum. At the center of the grand atrium is the reading room, displaying art literature and books open to the public, where travelers can admire the dome and quaint circular bookshelves up close. The entrance of the reading room is marked with the names of notable figures to commemorate their time spent reading here. Cafés and restaurants are located on both sides and above the grand atrium, offering dining options with a view overlooking the entire space. Along the outer edge of the reading room lies the museum shop, where visitors can purchase souvenirs after their tour. Three iconic treasures The Rosetta Stone: Originally from Egypt, this stone bears three different script versions of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh's decree. Through comparing these scripts, archaeologists gradually unlocked the key to deciphering ancient Egyptian civilization. However, the Rosetta Stone displayed at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo is a replica. Admonitions scroll: The scroll consists of 12 paintings in total, with The British Museum housing 9 Tang dynasty replica versions. The Admonitions scroll ranks 39th in BBC's "A History of the World in 100 Objects," highlighting its immense cultural and historical value. Throughout history, the scroll has been collected by numerous emperors and high-ranking officials. The Elgin Marbles: These are sculptural fragments from the Parthenon, with a history of over 2,500 years. They have been housed in the museum for over 200 years since the British royal family purchased them at great expense. Specialty exhibition halls Asian pavilions: Halls 33 and 95. Hall 33 features artifacts from China, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, including collections from countries like India. Hall 33B is dedicated to Chinese jade artifacts, while Hall 95 showcases Chinese ceramics. The British Museum is one of the museums with the largest collections of lost Chinese artifacts, housing over 25,000 pieces, with approx. 2,000 on long-term display. The exhibition is meticulously designed, organizing Shang and Zhou dynasty bronzes along a chronological sequence, displaying artifacts from the Shang and Zhou, Qin and Han, to the Republican era. The major kilns of porcelain are divided into different curated sections by Ru, Ge, Jun, Ding, and Guan styles, presented professionally and systematically. Recommended artifacts to admire include large Tang tri-color ceramics, the Song Cizhou kiln "circus pillow," the Yuan blue-and-white fish and algae pattern large plate, Ming Xuande cloisonné, and Dunhuang mural Buddha statues. Ancient Egypt exhibition hall: halls 4, 61-66. One of the popular spots in the museum. The exhibits include mummies. The ancient Egypt hall is also one of the most visited exhibition halls, and almost all visitors to The British Museum make it a must-see. Ancient Greek and Roman galleries: rooms 11-23, 69-73, 77, 78, 82-85. The entire Parthenon is truly awe-inspiring, along with numerous ancient Greek marble sculptures and exquisite artifacts like vases. Don't miss the Portland Vase in room 70. Some exhibits are not suitable for long-term display and are only open during specific periods each year (including the mentioned Admonitions scroll). If you plan to visit, check the schedule on the official website in advance.London · 59.4 km from Reading
Basildon Park
Basildon Park is located in Berkshire, United Kingdom. It was designed by John Carr, and construction began in 1776 and was completed in 1783. After the war, Basildon Park was donated to the National Trust and opened to the public. The Octagon Room (first floor) features works by the painter Giambattista Pittoni.Reading · 11.1 km from downtown
Reading Abbey Ruins
The site includes the South Ear Hall, treasury, chapter house, dormitory, and dining hall. Among them, the Zhang House is a relatively well-preserved room at the site.Reading · 933m from downtown
Select Car Leasing Stadium
Reading · 3.6 km from downtown
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Elaine328August 22, 2026
5.0
Getting from London to Windsor by bus (702 green line) is very convenient, even without taking the train. Photography is prohibited inside the church and castle. Seeing Queen Mary's Toy House reminded me of the inspiration for many miniature landscape designs in China. I personally think it's well worth a visit. Buying tickets is also very convenient. If you want to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony, enter the castle around 1 PM to find a good spot.
Windsor Castle
AngelWong2010August 17, 2025
5.0
Tickets were issued quickly and the price was reasonable. A must-do for LEGO fans! You can take the 702 direct bus from Victoria Bus Station 7 for three pounds. The two-hour journey includes onboard charging stations and Wi-Fi. This bus also stops at Windsor Castle, so you can head there first.
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
卡罗尔October 8, 2026
5.0
Having visited the Harry Potter studios in Tokyo before, I was familiar with the earlier parts. The difference was that the London studio included an exhibit on Gringotts Castle, and during our visit, there were some Death Eater performances, which were quite entertaining. Finally, the entire Hogwarts Castle wasn't just an exhibit; it also featured a light and shadow show. If I were to personally recommend visiting the Harry Potter studios for the first time, I'd suggest going to London. Firstly, the language is more familiar to Chinese people, and secondly, there's more interaction. Also, in terms of transportation, it's a 20-minute walk from Uston Station to Watford Junction Station, where there's a free shuttle bus to the studios, which is very convenient.
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Quah8October 19, 2026
5.0
Super fast and convenient!No need to book days in advance. I just bought my ticket on Trip.com right when I arrived, and it was issued within seconds. Highly recommend!
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小米粒儿October 23, 2026
5.0
The British Museum was definitely a highlight of my London trip. It was well worth spending a whole afternoon there, and I feel like I'd go back again! A special thank you to my guide today, Diana; she was professional, reliable, and her explanations were engaging, patient, and entertaining, adding a wonderful surprise to my museum visit.
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E44***72May 10, 2025
5.0
A beautiful place to visit. It's only a short walk from the train station. The ruins of a 1,000 year old abbey are a peaceful place to walk in and explore. Right next to the Forbury garden, where you can have a picnic 🧺
Reading Abbey Ruins
