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Royal Courts of Justice

The building holds the High Court and the Court of Appeal, two of the highest courts in the United Kingdom, though only civil cases are heard here. Trials are open to the public, but tourists would probably be more interested in seeing the impressive entrance hall, and admiring the stunning Victorian Gothic exterior.

free

Address: Strand
Getting there: tube: or
Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-4:30PM (Aug-Sep: 10AM-2:30PM)
Price: Free
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