Visit The London Film Museum on London’s Southbank to see original props and costumes from the film, on display until the 31st of January
The highly anticipated new Sherlock Holmes film is set for UK release on Boxing Day and top London attractions and venues and are celebrating with some ‘elementary‘ deals.
The perfect Sherlock Holmes itinerary would not be complete without a visit to the detective’s ‘official home’, the Sherlock Holmes Museum, located at the world-famous address, 221b Baker Street. Used as a lodging house in 1936, today the museum is dedicated to the life and times of the famed detective, with the interior faithfully maintained as described in the published stories.
Following your visit, take a tipple in The Sherlock Holmes pub, which contains a replica of Holmes’ and Watson’s sitting room and study, before tucking into a dish of Dr Watson’s favourite, Cumberland sausages, in the pub’s restaurant.
St Paul’s Cathedral and Somerset House are just a couple of the iconic London locations featured in the novels and showcased in new film. Make sure you seek out the favourite London haunts of the famous sleuth with a themed tour around the capital.
London Walks’ famous trail, ‘In the Footsteps of Sherlock Holmes’ takes intrepid visitors to follow the adventures of Holmes and Watson through Charing Cross, the Strand’s gas-lit alleys and Covent Garden. Take a chauffeur-driven journey of discovery with Celebrity Planet, which begins at The Sherlock Holmes pub, taking in various locations made famous by the detective novels including Sherlock Holmes favourite restaurant and the former residence and medical practice of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Early in 2010, Brit Movie Tours is set to launch a new London Movie Tour which will feature locations from the film such as the Houses of Parliament and the Freemasons Hall in Covent Garden.
After a day of following in his footsteps, have your picture taken with the man himself at Madame Tussauds, where a new figure of Robert Downey Jr. as the legendary character is on display. Visit The London Film Museum on London’s Southbank to see original props and costumes from the film, on display until the 31st of January.
A number of top London hotels are marking the film’s release with a range of themed packages. Find yourself the perfect London base as you sleuth your way around the capital.
Cinema tickets? They’re complimentary, my dear Watson! Radisson Edwardian Hotels are offering a fantastic package in celebration of the film’s release, which will include a stay in one of the groups’ hotels, full English breakfast, two complimentary cinema tickets and 2 for 1 dining. Quiz the concierge on the area’s hidden hang-outs, then investigate with your complimentary guide book! The package is available from 26 December to 28 February from just £140 per room per night.
Charing Cross Hotel on The Strand, featured in the climax to The Bruce-Partington Plans, is perfectly positioned for an exploration of the London of Sherlock Holmes. A new iphone application, ‘The Sherlock Holmes Guide to London’ has been launched, which traces locations connected to the stories – with the Charing Cross Hotel at the centre of the action. With an imposing Victorian façade and an elaborate interior to match, the building forms the perfect backdrop to explore the world of the crafty sleuth.
Lucky enough to share the name of the detective or his assistant? Visit the Park Plaza Sherlock Holmes London, located on Baker Street, and enjoy a free drink for every one purchased at Sherlock’s Bar! For an offer open to all guests, book a stay in the boutique hotel to take advantage of a specially-themed package which includes a two course dinner and breakfast at Sherlock’s grill, two Sherlock Holmes or Dr Watson speciality cocktails and tickets to the film – priced from £154 for two people.
Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel, has also created a package which includes two nights bed and breakfast, a visit to the detective’s museum and Sherlock Holmes guided tour. (Prices start from £315)
For a complete Sherlock Holmes London itinerary and more on Britain’s most famous detective, visit http://www.visitlondon.com/sherlockholmes
