River Thames

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River Thames
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“The River Thames, known alternatively in parts as the River Isis, is a river that flows through southern England including London. At 215 miles (346 km), it is the longest river entirely in England and the second-longest in the United Kingdom, after the River Severn.”
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Lonely PlanetSep 16

9 of the Best Cities in Europe to Celebrate New Year’s Eve

Join in at the biggest party of the year with our guide to New Year

Banks are lined for fireworks launched from the London Eye

21 things in this story
  • River ThamesSightBanks are lined for fireworks launched from the London Eye
  • London EyeSightLaunches annual fireworks
  • Natural History MuseumMuseumHosts NYE party with live music and silent disco
  • Hampstead HeathParkThis grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to…
  • London New Year’s Day ParadeFestivalAnnual parade starting at 1pm on January 1
  • Primrose HillSight
  • Elsewhere
  • Moulin RougeTheatreParis, FranceVenue for enjoying a show
  • Guinness StorehouseAttractionDublin, IrelandJames's Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Champs ElyséesAttractionParis, FranceOfficial street party with sound and light show
  • Arc de TriompheSightParis, FranceFireworks fill the sky above at midnight
  • Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalLine the river for fireworks
  • Bairro AltoSuburbLisbon, PortugalArea for vibrant nightlife, clubs, and bars
  • HogmanayFestivalEdinburgh, United KingdomFour-day program of events including street party
  • Dublin CastleAttractionDublin, IrelandFocal point for the New Year's Festival
  • Brandenburger TorSightBerlin, GermanyParty with live music, light shows, and DJ sets
  • KulturbrauereiPlaceBerlin, GermanyBerlin's biggest indoor New Year's Eve party
  • Praça do ComércioSightLisbon, PortugalPopular gathering spot for celebrations
  • Torre de BelémSightLisbon, Portugal16th-century tower, vantage point for celebrations
  • Sacré-Cœur plazaSightParis, FranceEnjoy incredible views of the Paris skyline
  • Christ Church CathedralSightDublin, IrelandDublin's oldest building
  • LiffeySightDublin, IrelandSpectacular light display illuminates the skies above
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Atlas ObscuraDec 9, 2025

Site of the Original Globe Theatre in London, England

Each year well over an estimated million theatre goers visit The Globe Theatre on London's Southbank, situated along the River Thames. Unbeknownst to many of them, this is not the first location of this prestigious amphitheater. In fact, this is most likely the third iteration of the this esteemed premises. Just a stone's throw away from this current iteration, is a small side-street, Park Stre…

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