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A Week in London: Explore the Best of the Capital City

joao campinho

joao campinho

3 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through London's iconic landmarks, vibrant markets, and world-class museums. Discover the rich history, stunning architecture, and diverse culinary scene of this magnificent city.

Day 1
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$299

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$ 29

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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The Library at County Hall
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
6 - 9 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
16 - 20 min

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Tower Bridge
Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$30
9 - 14 min

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Mei Ume
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$72
7 - 10 min

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Tower of London
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$75
13 - 16 min

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Tate Modern
Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Casa do Frango
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$72
Day 2
+

$346

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$ 22

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Pilpel
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
2 - 3 min

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St. Paul's Cathedral
17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$50
9 - 11 min

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Padella
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$74
4 - 6 min

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London Bridge
Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
13 - 20 min

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The Shard
87-floor glass skyscraper with a jagged peak, with restaurants, offices, hotel & a viewing platform.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
$100
4 - 5 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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Richard Haward's Oysters
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$72
Day 3
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$401

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$ 22

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Sky Pod Bar
Sky Pod Bar is an all-day drinking and dining rooftop space situated amongst the impressive gardens and offering the best views from Sky Garden.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
2 - 3 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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The London Dungeon
Costumed actors & themed fairground rides depicting macabre stories from London's past.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$75
12 - 17 min

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Barrafina
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$68
12 - 18 min

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SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$75
9 - 14 min

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Westminster Abbey
Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
$63
7 - 9 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.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$68
Day 4
+

$190

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$ 8

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

3 - 4 min

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Burger & Lobster
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$48
3 - 4 min

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Leicester Square
Bustling square founded in 1670 featuring a small park, statues of film characters & major cinemas.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Bancone
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$74
3 - 4 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
9 - 14 min

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St James's Park
Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
7 - 10 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.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$68
8 - 11 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.
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Free
Day 5
+

$280

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$ 29

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Store Street Espresso
Independent coffee shop, serving Square Mile seasonal espresso, with an extensive selection of cakes, pastries, and lunch options.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
5 - 8 min

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The British Museum
Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Purezza
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$72
5 - 8 min

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Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Madame Tussauds London
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
$88
5 - 8 min

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Pret a Manger
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.
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$68
Day 6
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$261

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$ 29

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Asakusa Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$46
8 - 10 min

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London Zoo
Major city zoo and research centre helping to conserve numerous species in naturalistic habitats.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$75
20 - 24 min

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Mari Vanna
Russian Restaurant
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$68
16 - 23 min

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Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
17 - 26 min

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Harrods
Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Harry's Dolce Vita
Harry's Dolce Vita is a mixture of legendary Italian charm, delicious unfussy food, inspired cocktails, stylish decor and some good old fashioned fun.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72
Day 7
+

$190

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$ 29

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Al Enam
The Middle Eastern Gourmet Food and Catering Company
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
18 - 22 min

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Wembley Stadium
Landmark venue hosting major football matches, including FA Cup Final & international matches.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
34 - 41 min

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Macellaio
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$72
10 - 15 min

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Natural History Museum
Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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L'ETO Caffè
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$68
Day 8
+

$238

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$ 22

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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The Original Maids of Honour
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
13 - 20 min

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Trees & flowers from around the globe in vast gardens with huge greenhouses & a treetop walkway.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$50
23 - 28 min

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L'ETO Caffè
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$68
3 - 4 min

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Victoria and Albert Museum
Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Aubaine Brompton Cross
Aubaine restaurant is a popular brunch spot boasting modern French dishes with a nod to the traditional.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$68

Budget breakdown: $2388 In total

Activities & Food:$2204
Transport:$184