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A Week in London: Exploring the Best of the Capital

Jessica

Jessica

11 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling journey through London's iconic landmarks and hidden gems. From the historic Tower Bridge to the vibrant Borough Market, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure.

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Day 1
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$30

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$ 15

Greenwich Park
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
26 - 32 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
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$30
9 - 11 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$138

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$ 8

Tower of London
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
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
14 - 17 min

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Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$63
Day 3
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$50

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$ 8

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
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$50
37 - 45 min

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Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$88

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$ 8

Tate Modern
Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Madame Tussauds London
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$88
Day 5
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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
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Harrods
Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$50

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$ 8

St. Paul's Cathedral
17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
19 - 23 min

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Victoria and Albert Museum
Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

The British Museum
Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $398 In total

Activities & Food:$355
Transport:$43