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4 Days in London: A Journey Through History and Culture

Paco Ramos

Paco Ramos

29 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 4-day adventure in London, where we'll explore iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Tower Bridge. Immerse yourself in art at The National Gallery and marvel at the stunning architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral. Get ready for an unforgettable trip filled with history, culture, and endless excitement!

Day 1
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$0

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$ 15

Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
18 - 22 min

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Kensington Palace
Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
Day 2
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$125

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$ 29

Natural History Museum
Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Buckingham Palace
Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Westminster Abbey
Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$125
12 - 17 min

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Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$160

St. Paul's Cathedral
17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$100
13 - 20 min

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London Bridge
Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
17 - 26 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Tower Bridge
Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
$60
Day 4
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$150

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$ 15

Tower of London
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$150
27 - 33 min

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Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 5

Budget breakdown: $492 In total

Activities & Food:$435
Transport:$57