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4 Days in London: A Journey Through History and Culture

Agustina M. Pastorino

Agustina M. Pastorino

20 Oct 2023

Experience the best of London in just 4 days! Explore iconic landmarks, visit world-class museums, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this historic city.

Day 1
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$138

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$ 32

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10 - 15 min

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Gail's Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
9 - 14 min

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Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
23 - 28 min

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Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
18 - 22 min

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Viet Food
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$69
5 - 8 min

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Leicester Square
Bustling square founded in 1670 featuring a small park, statues of film characters & major cinemas.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Ole & Steen
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
$33
Day 2
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$177

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$ 43

ibis London Blackfriars

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Ole & Steen
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
$33
4 - 6 min

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Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Harrods
Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Natural History Museum Member's Room
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$57
4 - 6 min

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Victoria and Albert Museum
Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
11 - 14 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.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
8 - 12 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.
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$87
Day 3
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$156

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$ 43

ibis London Blackfriars

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Dishoom
Open All Day - Bombay Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Chai, Dinner & Tipples - Free Wi-Fi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$39
4 - 6 min

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National Portrait Gallery
Paintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Abeno
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$39
4 - 6 min

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The British Museum
Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Which Wich Superior Sandwiches London
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$78
Day 4
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$213

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$ 32

ibis London Blackfriars

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7 - 10 min

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Union Viet
A family business driven by an obsession for quality Vietnamese food and drink.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
8 - 12 min

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Shakespeare's Globe
Oak-&-thatch replica of the original Elizabethan theatre, showing Shakespeare plays in the open air.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$75
16 - 20 min

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Columbia Road Flower Market
Flower market (open Sundays only) surrounded by independent fashion, antique and homeware stores.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Mei Ume
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
6 - 9 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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London Bridge
Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Padella
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$66

Budget breakdown: $832 In total

Activities & Food:$684
Transport:$148