A dilapidated dock tells the story of Titanic’s missed arrival.

A mysterious shape catches the eye in this 16th-century painting.

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

Originally meant to hold a statue of King William IV, this support sat empty for years. Today, it hosts a rotating cast of public artwork.

An oddity of a bygone era that stills functions today.

The perfectly preserved underground rooms where Churchill plotted the war against Germany.

Outside of one of Britain's most renowned social clubs, a step installed specifically for the Duke.

Bronze sculpture celebrating the relationship between Churchill and Roosevelt.

This London plaque marks the spot where David Bowie's famous alien made his debut.

The spot where Oxford garnered its name was also home to a medieval philosopher and includes a house covered in statues.

This centuries-old pub boasts a collection of more than 4,500 snippets of neckties from around the world.

Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.

Shiny Brutalist box commemorates a pioneer of electricity and houses a railway transformer.

Once designed as the entrance to Buckingham Palace, this structure was later relocated and stands as a victory arch.

Originally built for London’s cab drivers, this bright green hut now serves anyone a hot drink or meal.

On October 17, 1814, a 15-ft. wave of beer ran rampant through the streets of London.

The Tudor-style cottage in the middle of the square is not quite what it seems.

The famous polar explorer stands outside the Royal Geographical Society's headquarters.

The real clothing store that inspired a fictional spy organization's front.

Installed at a chaotic intersection, this gave London traffic cops a place to hang their heavy woolen coats.

Colorful murals by Jean Cocteau hide within this peaceful London sanctuary.

Formerly known as Saville Theatre, this mid-20th-century entertainment hub includes an ornate frieze.

Since 1887, this old-school shop has stacked its shelves with extraordinary coffees and teas.

This luxury shopping lane has been protected by its own tiny police force for over a century.