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10 Days in London: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Delights

Stefan Badhal

Stefan Badhal

7 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of London. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this magnificent city.

Trip to London

Day 1Sausages, Parks, and Bridges
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$280

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$ 18

Heap's Sausages
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
12 - 17 min

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Greenwich Park
Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Tower Bridge
Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$75
9 - 14 min

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Mei Ume
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$145
Day 2Tango and Market Delights
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$385

Porteña
Empanadas - Steak Sandwich - Wines - Beer - Juices - Croissants and more...
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$55
1 - 2 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Tower of London
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$185
7 - 10 min

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Mei Ume
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$145
Day 3Famous Figures and Eclectic Markets
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$410

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$ 18

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.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$65
5 - 8 min

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Madame Tussauds London
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$215
10 - 12 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
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Ferreira Delicatessen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$130
Day 4Pastries, Monuments, and Royalty
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$325

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
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$60
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
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Westminster Abbey
Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$155
10 - 15 min

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Regency Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$110
Day 5Serenity in the Park and Fascinating Museums
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$110

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$ 18

Italian Gardens Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
11 - 16 min

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Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Science Museum
A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Natural History Museum Member's Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$50
Day 6Spiritual Journey and Mediterranean Delights
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$280

Pilpel
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
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
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$125
8 - 11 min

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Pilpel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$115
Day 7Gourmet Treats and Royal Extravaganza
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$200

Carpo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$95
3 - 4 min

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Harrods
Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Royal Albert Hall
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
7 - 10 min

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Da Mario
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$105
Day 8Steakhouse Bliss and Cultural Gems
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$120

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$ 18

Macellaio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$70
7 - 10 min

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Victoria and Albert Museum
Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$50
Day 9Coffee Gems and Serene Gardens
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$105

Iris & June
Iris & June is an artisan café in the heart of Victoria, London. We love coffee. We pull every shot and brew every cup with the same mission statement: Make it awesome.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$55
8 - 12 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$50
Day 10Sandwiches, Art, and Portuguese Flavors
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$250

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$ 18

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches London
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$100
7 - 10 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
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Tate Modern
Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Casa do Frango
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$150

Budget breakdown: $2553 In total

Activities & Food:$2465
Transport:$88