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Facebook reveals top 10 places to visit in the UK

What are the best tourist attractions in the UK? How about the best places to visit in London? Whether you’re looking for a Christmas day out in the capital, or a fun activity with the kids, Facebook has revealed the top 10 most talked about places in 2014
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1. Warner Bros. Studio Tour, London

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Otherwise known as the Harry Potter studios, this attraction in Watford gives visitors a chance to see where the blockbuster movies were filmed, drink some butter beer and – during the festive months – see the whole thing covered in snow.

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2. Madame Tussauds

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With a Benedict Cumberbatch waxwork joining the cast of famous models late this year, we can see why people were talking about this one!

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3. Tower of London

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History, dungeons and real life Beefeater guards; there’s something for anyone with a sense of curiosity, both young and old at the Tower of London. This year of course, they also had the amazing poppy display for the World War I Centenary.

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4. The London Eye

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With a view across the whole of London and an ice rink at Christmas time, the London Eye attracts thousands of visitors every year.

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5. Old Trafford - Manchester United stadium

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Football fans will surely prefer their own stadium, but Old Trafford makes for an iconic day out.

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6. Chester Zoo

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The BBC made a drama about the unlikely history of Chester Zoo and it seems to have got people talking about the northern animal sanctuary.

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7. ZSL London Zoo

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Britain’s principal zoo, ZSL in north London is still a hit with kids. ‘Zoo Lates’ nights also offer something for adults without little ones.

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8. Alton Towers

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As far as theme parks go, this has to be the UK’s most impressive. From extreme roller-coasters to a water park and hotel, children simply can not get bored.

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9. Legoland Windsor

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Lego is a timeless toy, beloved by adults and children alike. With go-carting and models, your inner child is sure to be very jealous of your actual child.

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10. Wembley Stadium

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With all manner of sporting events and huge concerts from the likes of One Direction, there’s something for everyone at Wembley.

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