I had no intention of going here--it seemed dry and about as fascinating as a trip to the DMV. I was totally wrong--if you're into royalty at all you've got to see this tribute to the guys who guard the Queen. I couldn't get over how beautiful everything was.
They also have a room filled with full-scale models of dozens of famous sculptures from around the world, Michelangelo's David, Trajan's Column in Rome, etc. Definitely worth checking out.
Not sure if I added the right V&A. The one I'm recommending is the V&A Museum in S. Kensington. Just rediscovered the place on my last trip back to London -- a temple to human creativity and ingenuity -- from giant, ancient religious sculpture to contemporary fashion and jewellery. I'm not a museum Not sure if I added the right V&A. The one I'm recommending is the V&A Museum in S. Kensington. Just rediscovered the place on my last trip back to London -- a temple to human creativity and ingenuity -- from giant, ancient religious sculpture to contemporary fashion and jewellery. I'm not a museum person, but this is pretty unmissable.…see moresee less