Two plaques commemorate the site of Shakespeare's first theatre.

This long-hidden space above Westminster Abbey now displays the battle gear of the legendary King Henry V.

Richard III supposedly disposed of his nephews' bodies here in an effort to seal his claim to the throne.

Six ravens are kept captive (but well-fed) at the Tower of London to prevent the fall of the Crown.

After nearly 60 years, there's still a bear at Paddington Station looking for help.

Kings Cross Station pays tribute to its role in Britain's best-selling book series.

A shrine to one of England's female saints in what is believed to be her former home.

The preserved left hand of a saint once known as "the Pearl of York."

This popular square's history as the former site of a church is right beneath your feet.

Semaphore saints, a golden dragon's head, and a stone carved with religious warnings all call this cathedral home.

The remains of an ancient bathhouse sit inside this aptly-named pub.

The little-known second castle that William the Conqueror built in York.

This network of narrow, medieval passages has the most delightful name.

A century-old tradition has culminated in a small but singular collection of feline effigies.

Follow the original medieval paths that wind through this intriguing section of the city.

Inspired by Thomas Stothard's painting of the "Journey to Canterbury," albeit with Canterbury natives.

A set of medieval stained-glass windows tell the gruesome story of a Viking siege.

An impressive armored bronze effigy marks the tomb of one of the medieval era's greatest warriors.

One of England's most famous churches hides a pair of little known architectural treasures.

This skewed English house has looked like it's going to fall over for centuries.

This iconic 1,000-year-old medieval castle is a favorite of the film industry, most notably as the location for Hogwarts in Harry Potter.

Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.

This equestrian statue of Constantine the Great has been the subject of criticism for centuries.

This massive monument has been telling the time for 150 years—at a slight angle.