A Week in London: Explore the Best of the British Capital

Steluta Maria Burdea

12 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through London's iconic landmarks, museums, and markets. Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of the United Kingdom's capital city.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$94

Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Secret underground headquarters where Prime Minister Winston Churchill lived and worked during WWII.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$94

11 - 16 min

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Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

$177

$ 22

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$131

23 - 28 min

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Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$45

Day 3

$150

$ 11

Oak-&-thatch replica of the original Elizabethan theatre, showing Shakespeare plays in the open air.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

15 - 22 min

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17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$75

19 - 23 min

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Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

$113

$ 11

Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Major city zoo and research centre helping to conserve numerous species in naturalistic habitats.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$113

Day 5

$113

$ 22

Imposing gallery with historic and contemporary British art, notable for its JMW Turner collection.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$113

29 - 35 min

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Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 6

$75

$ 11

Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Trees & flowers from around the globe in vast gardens with huge greenhouses & a treetop walkway.

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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$75

Day 7

$ 11

Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 26 min

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A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Expansive park containing Kensington Palace & the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 8

$188

$ 11

Famous seat of Henry VIII and his many wives, this palace received elegant Stuart-era modernisation.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$94

51 - 62 min

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Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$94

Budget breakdown: $1003 In total

Activities & Food:$908

Transport:$96