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These Are The 10 Most Popular Attractions In Britain

It's good news for Londoners

Headshot of Katie FrostBy Katie Frost
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When it comes to ticking off the UK's iconic attractions, there's one place to be. Figures released by the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions show that the 10 most popular attractions in the UK are all located in the capital. And there's no sign of visitor numbers slowing down.

66,938,947 people – more than the total population of the UK - visited attractions in London in 2016 and for the 10th year running, the British Museum, home to the Rosetta Stone and the Mummy of Katebet, was placed in the number one spot. The National Gallery, which houses one of the largest art collections in Europe, also remained in second place with well over 6 million visitors. Here are the other cultural hot spots competing for the most favoured title.

1. British Museum

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6.42 million visitors 

2. National Gallery

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6.26 million visitors 

3. Tate Modern

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5.84 million visitors 

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4. Natural History Museum

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4.62 million visitors 

5. Southbank Centre

Architecture, Building, Urban area, Metropolitan area, Mixed-use, Sky, City, Commercial building, Facade, Reflection,

3.9 million visitors 

6. Somerset House

Building, Landmark, Architecture, City, Facade, Town, Classical architecture, Human settlement, Palace, Street,

3.44 million visitors 

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7. Science Museum

Yellow, Metropolitan area, Font, Architecture, Signage, Advertising, Building, Sign, Banner, City,

3.24 million visitors

8. Victoria and Albert Museum

Interior design, Sculpture, Arch, Carving, Hall, Classical architecture, Ancient history, Tourist attraction, Molding, Temple,

3.02 million visitors 

9. Tower of London

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2.74 million visitors

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10. Royal Museums Greenwich

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2.45 million visitors 

From: Harper's BAZAAR UK
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