10 Days in London: A Journey Through Royalty and Culture

Daniela Cuervo

8 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of London. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with excitement, history, and mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready to immerse yourself in the charm of Buckingham Palace, the grandeur of St. Paul's Cathedral, and the wonders of the British Museum. Let's embark on a journey you'll never forget!

Trip to London

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Viator

Day 1From Brews to Royalty - Exploring London's Delights

$60

$ 15

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

9 - 11 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

29 - 35 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.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$23

8 - 11 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2A Feast for the Senses - Museums, Palaces, and More

$30

$ 15

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

11 - 16 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Home of the Cinnamon Social, Ole & Steen is the Danish bakery. Ole & Steen lovingly make award winning breads, pastries and cakes every day in their London bakeries. Using only the best quality ingredients, artisanal techniques and highly skilled bakers...

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$19

9 - 14 min

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Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Indulge in Culture and Culinary Delights

$26

$ 18

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.

No time set

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Free

Day 4Art, History, and Delicious Treats

$67

$ 15

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 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.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$12

5 - 8 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$43

15 - 18 min

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

No time set

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Free

Day 5Discovering Royal Splendor and Eclectic Markets

$62

$ 15

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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Coffee, Cycle, Culture

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

15 - 18 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$31

59 - 71 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$19

8 - 11 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 6From Modern Art to Historic Landmarks

$71

$ 11

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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A family business driven by an obsession for quality Vietnamese food and drink.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$23

8 - 11 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$15

Day 7Sausages, Parks, and Maritime Marvels

$38

$ 11

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

12 - 17 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Exploring British naval history, with a ship simulator, nautical oddities and interactive games.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$19

Day 8Cathedrals, Museums, and Authentic Japanese Cuisine

$59

$ 11

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Day 9Towers, Gardens, and Underwater Wonders

$110

$ 11

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$37

10 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$37

Day 10Art, History, and Culinary Delights in the Heart of London

$95

$ 8

The Stockwell Chalet

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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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...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

5 - 8 min

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