Westminster landmarks are iconic throughout the world. The attractions read like a veritable Who's Who list: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Tate Britain, the River Thames, Downing Street. It's a place where guards change, government governs, and royalty reigns. Masterpieces from the greats - including van Gogh, Botticelli, ... More> Monet, da Vinci, Raphael, and Cézanne - are part of the National Gallery's permanent collection. No less awe-inspiring, the formal gardens, wide open green spaces, and water features of the Royal Parks are well suited to relaxation and recreation.