London Adventure: 9 Days of Exploring the Capital

Silviu Florin Albata

15 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant city of London. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the United Kingdom's capital.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$269

$ 43

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$125

6 - 9 min

Directions

16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$144

Day 2

$379

$ 71

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

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

11 - 14 min

Directions

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$175

14 - 17 min

Directions

Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$60

9 - 14 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$144

Day 3

$294

$ 57

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

Major city zoo and research centre helping to conserve numerous species in naturalistic habitats.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$150

53 - 64 min

Directions

Expansive walled park, originally a 17th-century hunting ground and still home to hundreds of deer.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$144

Day 4

$136

$ 43

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$136

Day 5

$136

$ 57

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

Directions

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

13 - 16 min

Directions

Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

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

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$136

Day 6

$144

$ 29

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

Directions

A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

One of Britain's great Victorian splendours, most famous for the Proms classical music festival.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

Expansive park containing Kensington Palace & the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$144

Day 7

$144

$ 29

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

Directions

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

10 - 15 min

Directions

Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$144

Day 8

$436

$ 43

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

87-floor glass skyscraper with a jagged peak, with restaurants, offices, hotel & a viewing platform.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$200

4 - 5 min

Directions

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

9 - 11 min

Directions

17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$100

2 - 3 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$136

Day 9

$294

$ 57

Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

33 - 40 min

Directions

Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$150

14 - 17 min

Directions

Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$144

Budget breakdown: $2655 In total

Activities & Food:$2232

Transport:$423