podcastsinenglish Level 2.188 Landmarks unvisited
Mar 21, 2024
Join Jackie and Richard as they explore the famous London landmarks they've never visited. Discover why the British Museum tops the charts, while St Paul's Cathedral's hefty price tag kept Jackie away. Richard shares his avoidance of Madame Tussauds due to long queues. The discussion shifts to the shift towards online bookings for most attractions, including the National Gallery. They also ponder why locals often skip tourist hotspots and Richard dreams about attending Wimbledon someday. Tune in for fascinating insights!
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London's Highest-Visited Attraction
- London contains many high-traffic tourist attractions that draw millions annually.
- The British Museum attracts nearly six million visitors, making it London's top draw.
Skipped St Paul's Because Of Cost
- Jackie describes attempting to visit St Paul's Cathedral but deciding not to enter due to the high entry cost.
- She saw the exterior but skipped visiting inside because the ticket price felt too expensive at the time.
Avoided Madame Tussauds For Queues
- Richard admits he never visited Madame Tussauds because of long queues and perceived low value.
- He reached the venue once but left after seeing the huge queue and not wanting to wait.