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Discover London: An 8-Day Adventure

Sandra Uribe-pinilla

Sandra Uribe-pinilla

7 Oct 2023

Embark on an exciting 8-day journey through the vibrant city of London. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and indulge in the city's diverse offerings.

Day 1
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$0

National Portrait Gallery
Paintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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London Transport Museum
World's leading museum of urban transport with galleries of vintage London trams, trains & buses.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 2
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$88

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$ 15

Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
10 - 12 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
$88
Day 3
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$0

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$ 8

St James's Park
Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
19 - 23 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 4
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$0

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$ 8

Alexandra Palace
Iconic Victorian building in parkland staging live music, sports, exhibitions, circus & funfairs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
33 - 40 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
Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 8

Hampstead Heath
Green oasis for recreation, with swimming ponds, woodland and city views from Parliament Hill.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Kensington Palace
Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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
$50
Day 7
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$0

Science Museum
A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Day 8
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$0

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$ 8

Kensington Gardens
Expansive park containing Kensington Palace & the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
44 - 53 min

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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Bridges, wildland & play parks weaving a latticework around London's 2012 Olympic venues.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $180 In total

Activities & Food:$138
Transport:$43