2 . We’ve collected some of the greatest royal (皇家的) palaces and castles to visit in Britain. Here are our picks.

Windsor Castle, Berkshire

Windsor Castle is the oldest castle in the world. It used to be an official accommodation for Her Majesty the Queen and was the place where the wedding of Prince Hary and Meghan Markle was held. The site of Windsor Castle was chosen and built by William in around 1070 to guard the western ways to London from a possible attack.

Open all year round to the public.

Buckingham Palace, Westminster

The official accommodation of the King and Queen and one of Britain’s most recognized historic sites, Buckingham Palace is often used for national celebrations and events. It was bought in 1761 by George II for his wife Queen Charlotte.

Buckingham Palace is open to the public during the summer months and for a limited number of tours in December, January and at Easter each year.

Kew Palace, Richmond-Upon-Thames

Sitting on the banks of the River Thames in London, Kew Palace might be the smallest of the royal palaces. With the big Kew Gardens around, the palace was built in 1631 for the London silk businessman, Samuel Fortreas.

Kew Palace is open for the summer season.

Hampton Court Palace, Surrey

Set on the edge of the River Thames, Hampton Court Palace in Surrey was a Tudor palace created by Cardinal Wlosey in the early 16th century and was once home to Henry VII over the years. There are beautiful gardens nearby and the palace was opened to the public in 1838 by Queen Victoria.

Open all year round, except 24-26 December.

3 . A free two-hour guided walking tour is a great way to get the best out of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in a limited amount of time. They do not require scheduling except for groups of more than 10 people.

On the tour you’ll...

•See some of the Zoo^’s most interesting animals, including cheetahs (非洲猎豹), Asian elephants, Aldabra tortoises, lions and Andean bears, to name just a few.

•Have a trained guide answer your questions.

•Learn how the Zoo takes care of its animals.

•Hear first-hand how the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is working to save species.

Highlights tours are best suited for general Zoo audiences and are not designed for school groups.

Guests wishing to take a tour should meet at the front desk in the Visitor Center lobby shortly before 9:45 a.m. To schedule a group tour for more than 10 people, please call 202-633-3061.

All tours are wheelchair accessible and accommodate up to 10 people per group on weekdays and more on weekends. Access services for guided tours, including sign language interpretation, hearing assistance devices and tactile (触觉的) tours with verbal description, are available by request. Please call 202-633-3061 at least two weeks prior to your visit to request any additional accessibility services.

Snore&Roar Sleepovers (通宵派对)

Available from May through to September

Fall asleep to the sounds of howling wolves or wake up to barking sea lions when you spend the night at the Zoo! It’s the best way to see the animals after hours and have the park all to yourself. Snore& Roar Sleepovers include games, activities, a walk through the Zoo and more. Separate family and adult-only options are available.

4 . A trip to the capital wouldn't be complete without seeing the following attractions in London.

The London Eye       (Tickets from £24.50)

Explore London from above on the London Eye. Your ticket includes a 30-minute flight with breathtaking views over London as well as an amazing 4D experience. Book ahead to save money and skip most of the queues with a fast-track entry ticket.

Tower of London       (Tickets from £25)

Hear the many stories of the Tower of London on a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) tour. See the famous Crown Jewels, the White Tower and find out what it was like to be a prisoner in the Tower of London.

Kidzania London       (Tickets from £18.50)

Test out a range of professions and activities including journalism, animal care, cabin crew and tour guiding at KidZania London. Work to earn KidZos and save them for next time or spend them in the Airport Shop. Great for kids to learn and have fun.

The Royal Observatory Greenwich       (Tickets from £16)

Visit the home of time and explore outer space at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. See and stand astride the Prime Meridian line (子午线), the reference point for Greenwich Mean Time. Learn about the history of longitude (经线), touch a piece of rock from outer space, and enjoy amazing views over London.

Coronavirus information: London is currently subject to a four-week national lockdown from 5 November, which means attractions are temporarily closed. You can still book tickets in advance ready for when they reopen with social distancing and other safety measures in place. Cycle or walk to these attractions where possible.

5 . Ready for an exciting teen travel experience? We are committed to our mission of inspiring youth and providing trans-formative travel experiences.

Canada and California Program

For middle school students currently looking for an exciting summer adventure, check out this trip of a lifetime combining two of our favorite destinations: Canada and California! Hike through thick forests, enjoy hot springs, explore pollution-free lakes and walk across in the beautiful national parks. Bike down the best trails (路线) in Canadian mountain forests.

Dates: Jul 20-Aug 10

Price: $ 7545 + Airfare

Colorado Rocky Mountain Trip

Discover Colorado in the best way possible, with a mini road trip through the breathtaking landscapes while discovering the National Parks, amazing mountain towns and starry night skies along the way. This is the perfect trip for travelers looking to explore the great outdoors with a small group of like minded friends.

Dates: Jun 28-Jul 8

Price: $ 4045+Airfare

We’ll dive right into Hawaii’s biggest island on an adventure sure to leave you feeling rewarded and refreshed. Team up with a local sea conservation organization to earn 20 hours of community service while becoming representatives for a healthy Hawaiian ecosystem.

Survey rocks and sand, collect ocean data and become educated about the island ecology.

Dates: Jul 9-Jul 19

Price: $ 4345+Airfare

Barcelona Explorer

On this program designed especially for culturally curious teens, you’ll see the best that the Netherlands, Belgium and France have to offer. Wander along the canals of Amsterdam, tour its well-known districts and visit Anne Frank’s house, all while familiarizing yourself with Dutch culture, history and food!

Dates: Jul 20-Aug 1

Price: $ 5045 + Airfare

6 . FUR, FINS & FEATHERS

Wildlife-watching can turn a day outdoors into a wide-eyed family adventure. Here are four of the best UK experiences this spring.

Ponies on Exmoor

Exmoor National Park is a haven for wildlife, with the area’s native ponies a highlight. Some animals wander around the park, and you will likely see them on four-wheel-drive vehicle adventures. For very young children, don’t miss the Exmoor Pony Center, near Dulverton, home to around 20 native ponies.

Puffins on Skomer Island

Skomer might be less than a mile off the Pembrokeshire coast but arriving on this rocky, dramatic island still feels like landing on a distant shore. During breeding season (April to early July), you can expect to spot puffins, but there’s plenty more for families to enjoy, too. However, visitor numbers are capped each day, so book your boat trip well ahead of time.

Eagles and Otters on Mull

The inner Hebridean Island of Mull has superb birdwatching certificates and a rich marine life, too. Keep your eyes on the sky for golden and white-tailed eagles — the former a Highland icon, the latter the UK’s largest bird of prey. The coast, meanwhile, is home to shy but spellbinding otters (水獭). Mull Magic offers themed wildlife tours, including the Otter Detective Walk, the Eagle Walk and Birds, Beaches & Butterflies.

Seals in Norfolk

The county’s coastline is famous for its seals, with three key locations allowing you to admire colonies from a responsible distance. Hunstanton is a good bet in the summer months, and Horsey Beach is an excellent option for seeing baby seals during the winter breeding seasons, but Blakeney Points is the best year-round choice, with both harbor and grey seals seen in large numbers. Various operators run family-friendly bout trips from nearby Morston Quay, with departures throughout the year.

7 . Tickets for the British Museum

Highlights & Description

There are eight million artifacts in the British Museum's unbelievable collection, making this enormous museum a London must-see. Join a guide and get an in-depth tour as you find out what makes the highlights so special. See the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, and stand in the museum's Great Court—the largest covered square in Europe.

The British Museum is a perfect place for a bit of treasure hunting! Your expert guide will take you on a tour through some of the museum's most incredible objects, which represent human history, achievement, culture and art across almost two million years.

See the incredible Rosetta Stone. Dating from 196 BC, this mysterious item contains three different scripts and is the key to helping modern scholars translate Ancient Egyptian language. Witness the original Greek sculptures from the front of the Parthenon in Athens, a 2,500-year-old temple dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena. Check out some of the museum's 140mummies and coffins, including the 3,500-year-old tomb of a pharaoh, Nubkheperre Intef, who ruled in Egypt's 17th dynasty around 1600 BC.

There's so much to uncover, and after your tour you're free to stay inside and carry on exploring!

Instructions

•Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point, at the group entrance of the British Museum on Montague Place, WC1E 7JW, London.

•Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time at 11:00. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after the tour starts.

Amendment Policy

•Changes may be possible for this ticket.

What's included

Guided tour with a professional guide.

What's not included

Hotel pick-up & drop-off.