10 Days in London: Unveiling Historic Wonders and Culinary Delights

OSCAR DARIO CARDONA GIL

25 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through London's iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and mouthwatering eateries. Immerse yourself in the rich history of St James's Park, Churchill War Rooms, and Westminster Abbey. Indulge in delectable treats at Gail's Bakery, Opso, and Flat Iron. Marvel at the artistic masterpieces in Tate Modern and the British Museum. Discover the majestic beauty of Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and Kensington Gardens. This blog will take you on an unforgettable adventure, uncovering the best of London's past and present.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Exploring Royal Parks and Reliving History

$206

$ 15

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$62

12 - 17 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$46

11 - 16 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$62

12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 2Artistic Marvels and Celebrity Encounters

$182

$ 22

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$86

5 - 8 min

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Pret creates handmade natural food avoiding the obscure chemicals, additives and preservatives common to so much of the 'prepared' and 'fast' food on the market today.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$38

6 - 9 min

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OPSO [gr. ΟΨΟ] is an ancient Greek word for a delectable morsel of food, a delicacy. Inspired by Greece, made in London

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$58

Day 3Architectural Gems and Gastronomic Delights

$178

$ 22

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

14 - 21 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$50

16 - 20 min

Directions

Home of the Cinnamon Social, Ole & Steen St James features an in-store bakery, baking day and night to bring you only the freshest breads and pastries. Ole & Steen lovingly make award winning breads, pastries and cakes every day in their London bakeries...

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$26

4 - 6 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 4Iconic Landmarks and Exquisite Flavors

$142

$ 36

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$74

12 - 17 min

Directions

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$24

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

Day 5Cultural Treasures and Royal Residences

$58

$ 22

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Following 25 glorious years in Chelsea, Chutney Mary has now moved to its new home in St James’s and now also has a stylish bar, two private dining rooms and a completely new set of menus to suit every time of the day, mood and taste. It is open for lunch, dinner, bar eating & cocktails.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$38

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 6Sky-High Views and Riverside Charm

$222

$ 29

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

Directions

87-floor glass skyscraper with a jagged peak, with restaurants, offices, hotel & a viewing platform.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$100

12 - 18 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

21 - 26 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$46

12 - 17 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

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$46

Day 7Serene Gardens and Timeless Tales

$204

$ 29

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

45 - 54 min

Directions

Museum arranged around the eponymous ship that used to speed tea from Asia to Victorian Britain.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

25 - 30 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$38

6 - 9 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$74

16 - 24 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 8Artistic Heritage and Culinary Indulgence

$60

$ 22

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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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

21 - 26 min

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Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$40

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 9Scientific Wonders and Cultural Extravaganza

$76

$ 15

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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One of Britain's great Victorian splendours, most famous for the Proms classical music festival.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$50

10 - 15 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$26

Day 10Royal Palaces and Gastronomic Bliss

$148

$ 22

Urbany Hostel London

Depart from your stay 🏨

51 - 62 min

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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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$62

47 - 57 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$26

4 - 6 min

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $1702 In total

Activities & Food:$1476

Transport:$226