Bateaux Mouches - Romantic Cruise
OverView
Tower Bridge Exhibition + HMS Belfast
HMS Belfast One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. HMS Belfast played a leading part in the destruction of the battle cruiser Scharnhorst, and also the Normandy Landings. In service with the Royal Navy until 1965, she was saved for the nation in 1971 as a unique reminder of Britain’s naval heritage. Launch! Shipbuilding Through the Ages This new family-orientated exhibition will use hands-on and computerised interactive displays and engaging film and footage to demonstrate techniques of shipbuilding, from the ‘age of sail’ to modern prefabrication methods. The exhibition will focus on the science, engineering and social history of shipbuilding in Great Britain, and the interactive elements of the exhibition will allow children of all ages to get involved and experience this history. Explore ‘What shall we give in return for so much?’ One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. Serving Britain for 32 years, she played an important role in both the Second World War and the Korean War as well as performing peacekeeping duties throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Saved from destruction in 1971, HMS Belfast is now part of the Imperial War Museum and is the first ship to be preserved for the nation since Nelson’s Victory. Through its team of staff and volunteers – many of whom are veteran crew – the Imperial War Museum is dedicated to making sure that HMS Belfast still has a role to play in reminding visitors of her unique place in Britain’s maritime heritage. History of HMS Belfast The term 'cruiser' goes back to the days of sailing ships when large frigates could be detached from the main fleet to cruise independently. The sailing cruiser, like her twentieth-century counterpart, was sufficiently powerful and fast to attack and destroy enemy commerce raiders. During the nineteenth century when sail gave way to steam and wooden ships were replaced by those built of iron, and later of steel, the cruiser evolved into a powerful warship which was used to patrol the Empire trade routes and protect friendly merchant shipping. After the First World War (1914-1918) a single category of cruiser emerged whose size was indicated by the size of its guns; thus, HMS Belfast is a 6-inch cruiser, designed for the protection of trade, for offensive action, and as a powerful support for amphibious operations. Please note: children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please allow 1½ - 2 hours for your visit. Tower Bridge Exhibition Walkways & Exhibition: Visitors enter Tower Bridge Exhibition via the North Tower. They are then transported by lift to the top of the Tower (47 metres above the Thames) where they have a unique opportunity to see the Bridge’s steel skeleton from within. A short film explains the history and provenance of the Bridge and then there is the chance to admire the spectacular views – from both covered Walkways. On Monday 1st December, Tower Bridge’s East Walkway will reopen with its own GLASS FLOOR, joining the West Walkway to complete our new-look exhibition. Together with far-reaching views of East London, the walkway will be bolstered with a further 20 revered bridges in the extended popular display, ‘Great Bridges of the World’. On the east Walkway there are fantastic views of the Docklands and from the west Walkway you can see the new GLA building, the Tower of London, St Paul’s, the city, the Pool of London and Big Ben and the London Eye in the distance. Interactive computerised kiosks and graphic panels explain the significance of the views to visitors, as well as providing more information on the history and building of the Bridge. The interactive material and graphic panels are written in seven languages and an audio loop for the hard of hearing is also in place for the video show. There is another film to view in the South Tower before descending for the short walk to the historical Engine Rooms, included in your ticket price. Victorian Engine Rooms: These provide a fascinating insight into late 19th century engineering. Installed for the completion of Tower Bridge in 1894, these huge, and beautifully maintained, coal-driven engines were used to power the thousands of bascule Bridge lifts performed until 1976. Although lifts are now operated by electricity, the original steam engines are still in place. The Engine Rooms give visitors a chance to experiment with models demonstrating the technology behind the Bridge. There are also some amazing photographs of Tower BridgeTthroughout its lifetime – including a revealing picture of the heavy steel structure of the Bridge as the stone cladding was installed over it.
Madame Tussauds New York Gold Pass + Empire State Building Observatory
The world-famous 86th and 102nd floor Observatories offer unmatched views of New York City and on a clear day one can see to New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Delaware. 1,050 feet above the city’s bustling streets, the 86th floor Observatory offers panoramic views from within a glass-enclosed pavilion and from the surrounding open-air promenade. 200 feet higher, our 102nd floor Observatory is a private and serene perch in the middle of the greatest city in the world.
The Observatories have been a “must visit” for millions each year since it opened to the public in 1931. Each year approximately four million people are whisked to our 86th and 102nd floors, consistently one of New York City’s top tourist attractions. Visit the Observatories 365 days per year, day and night, rain or shine, for magnificent views of Manhattan and beyond.
The Empire State Building embodies the feeling and spirit of New York City. It is recognized not only as an iconic landmark offering some of the most spectacular views on earth, but also as an international symbol of shared hopes, dreams, and accomplishment.
Accessibility: The Empire State Building is fully ADA compliant. We have handicapped restrooms on the 86th Floor Observatory and also have lowered viewing walls and binoculars. Service dogs are allowed throughout the building. Motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted. The 86th Floor has ramps to make getting around easier and lowered viewing walls so that visitors in chairs can still take in the view.
Additional Options:
102nd Floor Observatory: Upgrade available at Observatory ticket office (2nd floor) or 86th floor kiosk.
Express Pass: Purchase exclusively from the official Empire State Building onsite ticket office on the day of arrival to move to the front the line.
Dining: State Grill and Bar offers a prix fixe dinner package to observatory guests with fresh locally sourced foods prepared in our glass enclosed kitchen and unique, local craft beers and cocktails. There are also two Starbucks, a café, Chipotle, Sushi-teria, and the budget minded Heartland Brewery.
Building Information
1,050 feet to the 86th floor Observatory
1,250 feet to the 102nd floor Observatory
1,453 feet, 8 9/16 inches to the tip of the broadcast tower
Broadcast tower adds 203 feet 8 9/16 inches
103 floors
1,872 steps to the 103rd floor
Sits on 79,288 square feet, approximately 2 acres
Weighs 365,000 tons
Volume is 37 million cubic feet
200,000 cubic feet of Indiana limestone & granite exterior cladding
An estimated ten million bricks were used in construction
730 tons of aluminum and stainless steel were used in construction
57,000 tons of steel were used in construction
Contains 473 miles of electrical wiring and 70 miles of pipe
6,514 windows
210 columns at the base support the entire weight of the building
Construction was completed in one year and 45 days
Seven million man-hours went into constructing the Empire State Building
Final cost of property and construction was $41 million
73 elevators
Five entrances
2.85 million rentable square feet
Madame Tussauds New York
Get your selfie sticks ready, because New York City's Madame Tussauds in Times Square is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from getting photos with your favorite stars! Voted as one of New York's most unique attractions, Madame Tussauds invites you to pose "In a moment in time" with your famous fun figures of internationally renowned musicians, A-list stars, sports legends, world leaders and more. With over 85,000 square feet of interactive entertainment and several newly renovated spaces, including our new Ghostbusters VR, Project Runway and Kong: Skull Island experience, the world famous wax attraction is bigger and better than ever!
Madame Tussauds New York, prominently located in the heart of Times Square, is more than just an interactive wax attraction; it is an iconic “must do” New York experience and the home of the Ghostbusters Hyper – Reality Experience and SKULL Island. There are no velvet ropes or obtrusive barriers to keep guests from interacting with world’s most recognizable and influential icons. The fully immersive, one-of-a-kind attraction is great for families and visitors of any age.
The Original Tour Londres - Billete de 48h
¡Un día espectacular para toda la familia! Puede ver el mapa completo de las rutas en este enlace. Ruta Amarilla La Ruta Amarilla presenta los principales lugares de interés de Londres, como la Torre de Londres, la Catedral de San Pablo, el London Eye y el Marble Arch. Cruzando el río cuatro veces, le garantiza unas vistas espectaculares del impresionante paisaje de Londres a lo largo del Támesis. La Ruta Amarilla T2 dispone de audioguía en 11 idiomas diferentes (inglés, alemán, francés, español, italiano, ruso, japonés, portugués, mandarín, árabe y brasileño) y en la Ruta Amarilla T1 hay guías en directo. El punto de partida principal de esta ruta se encuentra en Coventry Street, Piccadilly Circus, pero podrá abordar el autobús en cualquier parada a lo largo de la ruta. Ruta Azul - The Royal Borough Route La sección sur de la Ruta Azul permanece sin cambios, cubriendo el popular distrito comercial de Kensington con los famosos Harrods y Harvey Nicholls, así como los museos de Kensington incluyendo el Victoria & Albert Museum, el Museo de Ciencias, el Museo de Historia Natural y el recién reubicado Museo del Diseño (apertura el 24 de noviembre de 2016). El Royal Borough de Kensington y Chelsea es el barrio más pequeño de Londres, pero también uno de los más poblados. Apodado 'Albertopolis', la zona contiene algunas de las propiedades residenciales más caras en Londres, junto con un gran número de museos (muchos con entrada gratuita) y las instituciones culturales. Ruta Naranja: The British Museum Tour The British Museum es la atracción más popular de Londres con más de 6 millones de visitantes al año. Dedicado a la historia de la humanidad, el arte y la cultura, el museo ha albergado a más de 8 millones de exposiciones (¡no todas al mismo tiempo!) El Nuevo diseño de la ruta le ofrece fácil acceso desde las estaciones de tren de Kings Cross, St Pancras y Euston. Los clientes que lleguen a estas estaciones podrán llegar fácilmente al centro de Londres para cambiar a la ruta amarilla que cubren todos los lugares de interés de la ciudad. Ruta Verde La ruta verde es útil si quiere cruzar la ciudad rápidamente para ir de un lugar a otro. Funciona cada 20 minutos con el primer autobús que sale de Charing Cross Road (Leicester Square) a las 9:00h y termina a las 14:35h. Ruta Púrpura La ruta purpura es útil si se aloja en hoteles situados en Bayswater, Notting Hill, Holland Park o Lancaster Gate, o dese air de compras a Westfield Shepherds Bush. Opera hacia la zona este y oeste, funciona con más frecuencia hacia el este, permitiéndole unirse a la ruta amarilla en Marble Arch. Ruta Roja La Ruta Roja ofrece comentarios multilingües en 11 idiomas diferentes (inglés, alemán, francés, español, italiano, ruso, japonés, portugués, mandarín, árabe y portugués brasileño), así como un canal único para niños (en inglés). Con 35 paradas convenientemente situadas alrededor de Londres, siéntese, relájese y disfrute de los lugares de interés: Hyde Park, las Casas del Parlamento, el Shard y Madame Tussauds. El punto de partida principal de esta excursión se encuentra en Grosvenor Gardens, Victoria Train Station, pero podrá abordar el autobús en cualquier parada a lo largo de la ruta. EXPLORE LOS TOURS A PIE POR LONDRES GRATIS Conozca de cerca la increíble historia de Londres. ¡Incluido GRATIS con cada billete de autobús! Tres fabulosos paseos que le pondrán en el corazón de la ciudad más emocionante del mundo: Paseo del Cambio de la Guardia: Vea Buckingham Palace, St. James Palace y los regimientos que los custodian en este emocionante paseo, a medida que marcha junto a los guardias de Buckingham Palace.* Sale diariamente a las 10:00h desde el Centro de Atención al Cliente de The Original Tour. Paseo del Rock 'n' Roll: Haga un paseo de 90 minutos por el corazón de la herencia Rockera de Londres: Los Beatles, los Rolling Stones, David Bowie y The Sex Pistols - ¡Es sólo Rock 'n' Roll, pero te gustará! Sale diariamente a las 13:00 desde el Centro de Atención al Cliente de The Original Tour. Paseo de Jack el Destripador: Sigue los pasos del asesino en serie más famoso del mundo mientras le revelan la criminal historia acerca de lo ocurrido en la oscura calle de Whitechapel en 1888. Sale diariamente a las 16:00 de la parada de The Original Tour en la Torre de Londres, en Tower Hill * En los días en que no hay Cambio de la Guardia (martes, juéves y sábado), el tour le llevará a fer el Cambio de Guardia en caballo y a continuación visitarán Buckingham Palace. El Cambio de Guardia no se celebra si está lloviendo. ** Todos los recorridos duran aproximadamente 90 minutos. Tenga en cuenta que el Paseo de Jack el Destripador terminará en la estación de metro de Aldgate East y no en una de sus paradas de autobuses. *** Los Paseos guiados a pie están incluidos GRATIS con el billete de the Original Tour, pero se pueden comprar por separado por 11,20 € cada uno.
Titanic Harbour Guided Boat Tour
Belfast Harbour's origins date back to 1613 when a Royal Charter for the incorporation of Belfast specified the need for a wharf at the confluence of the rivers Lagan and Farset in what is modern-day Belfast’s High Street. By the early 18th century Belfast had replaced Carrickfergus as the most important port in Ulster. In the 19th century work commenced to improve navigation and this created the Victoria Channel. The Harbour now has the longest deepwater quay in Ireland at 1 kilometre in length with a draught of 10.2 metres. Belfast shipbuilding was at the heart of the local industry building ships for the White Star Line, including Titanic. Today SS Nomadic, Titanic’s little sister, is the only surviving White Star Line Ship.SS Nomadic was built on slipway Number 1 at Harland and Wolff and was launched on 25th April 1911. Nomadic has been restored to her original 1911 glory and is back home in Belfast. During World War II the Port of Belfast was used by the Royal Navy as the home base for many of the ships that escorted Atlantic and Russian convoys including Captain-class frigates of the 3rd Escort Group.
DoDublin Card
Bookings must be redeemed in advance. Please bring your reservation ticket to the locations listed to pick up your ticket: Dublin Airport, Terminal 1, Monday - Saturday 08.00 - 21.30 Sunday 10.00 - 18.00 +353 (1) 8444265 FREE Dublin Bus Head Office 59 Upper O'Connell Street Dublin 1 Monday - Friday 09.00 - 17.30 Saturday and Sunday 09.30 - 14.00 +353 (1) 7033028 FREE Vouchers must be PRINTED OUT and cannot be accepted on smartphones or mobile devices. DoDublin Travel Card voucher must be redeemed at our Airport or City Centre Desk and cannot be redeemed directly from the bus driver. DoDublin card is accepted on all Dublin Bus buses comprising of 90% of the city's public buses, however the card is not accepted on Go-Ahead bus routes. - If unsure look for the Dublin Bus logo. Child Tickets are for Children Aged 5 to 14 years. Children under 5 years of age can travel free when accompanied by a fare paying adult. Note: DoDublin Card can not be used on the Nitelink bus service. Best value Travel Card in Dublin City
Cruceros por las Tres Islas - Crucero Turístico
Primera parada – la cosmopolita isla de Hydra Calles adoquinadas, su belleza arquitectónica, así como sus medios de trasporte tradicionales… ¡cómo el burro! Podrá ver las hermosas fortalezas y las impresionantes mansiones, disfrutar de un paseo por las pintorescas calles o incluso visitar lugares de interés histórico. Segunda parada – el puerto de Poroso Una isla frondosa de vegetación, una magnífica belleza natural y miles de pinos, desde las playas escarpadas hasta las playas de arena, haciendo de Poros la isla del romance y la tranquilidad. Camine por la ciudad y descubra el ayuntamiento, el museo arqueológico, la biblioteca púbica, el centro cultural y las pequeñas casas blancas de la isla… siga hasta el punto más alto de la isla y descubra la histórica y famosa Torre del Reloj de Poros. Última parada – la histórica Egina La isla más grande de golfo Sarónico, la isla de Egina es conocida en todo el mundo por sus deliciosos pistachos, sus playas vírgenes y el Templo de Afaia. Podrá coger un autobús hasta el Templo de Afaia y la Iglesia Saint Nectarios o nadar y visitar la isla Agistri sólo es accesible por un pequeño barco. Transporte hasta/desde Puerto de Piraeus: Traslados en autobuses disponibles hasta/desde Puerto Piraeus, el lugar desde el cual sale el crucero, y 150 hoteles céntricos en Atenas y la región Attica. Opción incluida en la entrada: Crucero + Transporte. Por favor al realizar la compra rellene el formulario donde se le pide el Hotel donde pasará su estancia. Tenga en cuenta: Deberá traer documentación de identidad válida (pasaporte o DNI). Prepare los vales que se le enviaron a su correo impresos y preparados para mostrarlos cuando haga el embarque. En el caso de que no lo traiga, se le podrá negar a entrada y no se le devolverá el dinero. No permitido a bordo de la embarcación: animales, comida o alcohol comprados fuera de la embarcación, drogas y substancias peligrosas. Las mujeres embarazadas deberán traer un certificado médico, No se permitirá la entrada de niños menores de 3 años. Términos y Condiciones completos