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London Adventure: 5 Days of Exploration

Inês Domingues

Inês Domingues

2 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of London. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this magnificent city.

Trip to London

Day 1
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$144

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$ 29

Trafalgar Square
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
16 - 20 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Mei Ume
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$144
8 - 11 min

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Tower Bridge
Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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BRICK LANE COFFEE SHOP
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$554

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$ 43

Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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The Sherlock Holmes Museum
Museum with Victorian decor in the home of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous fictional detective.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$256
12 - 15 min

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Hard Rock Cafe London Picadilly Circus
Rock ’n’ roll-themed chain with a high-energy vibe serving burgers & American classics.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Chinatown
Colourful area with dozens of Chinese eateries, shops & ornate landmarks such as Chinatown Gate.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Amber
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$148
16 - 24 min

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Tower of London
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$150
Day 3
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$311

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$ 29

The British Museum
Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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lastminute.com London Eye
Huge observation wheel giving passengers a privileged bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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$175
11 - 14 min

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Chutney Mary
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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$136
6 - 9 min

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St James's Park
Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$248

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$ 15

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Trees & flowers from around the globe in vast gardens with huge greenhouses & a treetop walkway.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$100
28 - 34 min

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Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Barrafina
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$148
Day 5
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$144

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$ 43

Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Natural History Museum
Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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The Ivy Asia Chelsea
Modern British menus served in a refined, art-filled space with a garden terrace and an orangery.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$144
10 - 12 min

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Battersea Park
Large parkland with woods, boating lake, peace pagoda, adventure playground and children's zoo.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1556 In total

Activities & Food:$1401
Transport:$155