Want a day out in London but with a difference? The days of trudging around boring museums wondering what the city might have been like in days gone by are over. Mix up the present and past with interactive and exciting London attractions which will hold the attention of even the most cynical of visitors.

The London Bridge and London Tombs Experience is one such attraction that gives you a totally sensual experience. Imagine what this Bridge would say if it could talk as there has been a bridge on this site for over 2000 years; in fact it was the only bridge over the Thames downstream up until 1729. It’s a great spot to discover the secrets of London and the live characters haunting the site and will deliver a few scary surprises during your visit. The London Tombs are no less spooky, especially as it was built on a former plague pit and the actors will jump out when you least expect it. It’s one of London’s top tourist attractions and with such an exhilarating experience it’s easy to see why. If it all gets a bit much then don’t worry you can head over to Café Brood for a nice cup of tea to calm your nerves.

A short walk away but in many ways it is a jump of a few hundred years, is the Tate Modern, London’s popular modern art museum. One exhibition that will tantalise the visitor is the current display of Gabriel Orozco’s work which is running from January 19th until April 25th 2011. The sculptures of this Mexican born artist challenge the observer to look at everyday objects from a different perspective; such as a Citroen DS car cut into thirds with its central part removed and a billiard table without the ball pockets.

After having your mind scrambled in a futuristic way, let the past and the present meet at Westminster Abbey which was founded in 960. The Abbey was recently featured in the film ‘The King’s Speech’ which has been nominated for seven golden globes. Walking around the Abbey will not only transport you back in time through the treasured paintings, stained glass and artefacts but it will also be centre stage for the upcoming wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton in April this year. Also in Westminster, you can discover the Jewel Tower and explore this 700 year old building which was originally built to house the treasures of Edward ІІІ.

A short train ride away is arguable the most impressive royal residence of them all; Hampton Court Palace where one of the most memorable British monarchs, King Henry VІІІ spent most of his reign. The exhibition ‘Young Henry’ explores the life of this infamous man who is usually remembered for his six marriages and role in the Church of England and of course his tyrannical and often temperamental rule. Rather than just walking round a historical building gawping at the collection of artworks, this exhibition uses multimedia and interactive displays to engage the visitors and show them the softer side of the king in his younger days.

Visit these exhibitions in London for a historical day with a difference. Be spooked at the Bridge, confounded at the Tate and learn about the monarchs from past and present day with the interactive exhibitions that will entertain you in more ways than you expect.