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8 Days in London: A Journey Through History and Culture

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Sandra Uribe-pinilla

7 Oct 2023

Join me on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in London, where we'll explore iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square, experience breathtaking views from the lastminute.com London Eye, visit world-renowned attractions like Madame Tussauds and the Natural History Museum, and immerse ourselves in the beauty of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Get ready for an incredible journey through the heart of London!

Trip to London

Day 1
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$88

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$ 8

Buckingham Palace
Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 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.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$88
Day 2
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$88

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$ 8

Madame Tussauds London
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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$88
20 - 24 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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
14 - 21 min

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Kensington Gardens
Expansive park containing Kensington Palace & the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 8

Kensington Palace
Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

Natural History Museum
Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$50

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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$50
Day 7
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$0

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Bridges, wildland & play parks weaving a latticework around London's 2012 Olympic venues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

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

Budget breakdown: $247 In total

Activities & Food:$225
Transport:$22