Created as a punny statement about genetic engineering this monstrous hybrid statue has become a beloved icon.

One of the few standing Roman lighthouses and a labyrinth of tunnels are a couple of the secrets at this historic castle.

This massive collection of British military artifacts includes the heartbreaking personal letters of the men in the trenches of WWI.

Hear the quietest sound from across the dome.

The Florence Nightingale Museum is home to the famous nurse's most treasured possession: her beloved pet owl.

Giant, friendly pelicans in Central London, the most unlikely of places.

One part local history, 99 parts gruesome haunted house.

This one has sailed five times as far as Sir Francis Drake's famous ship.

Catacombs turned marketplace.

A flourishing garden with pigs, donkeys, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, and sheep.

London's smallest police station is barely the size of a phone booth.

This magical museum celebrates the life and work of a seminal children's book writer (and occasional spy).

The popularity of Sherlock Holmes led to the creation of his fictional address, turning the orderly London street numbers askew.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

The tomb of one of Scotland's bloody historic villains is a magnet for bumbling desecrators.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.

360° views of the city plus five floors of optical illusions and hands-on science.

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.