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London in 10 Days

Emily Jinnah

27 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the iconic landmarks and hidden gems of London. Immerse yourself in the rich history, stunning parks, and world-class museums. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the British capital!

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Crossing the Millennium Bridge and Exploring Kensington Gardens

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$0

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$ 15

Millennium Bridge

Elegant steel suspension footbridge crossing the Thames from the Tate Modern to St Paul's Cathedral.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Battersea Park

Large parkland with woods, boating lake, peace pagoda, adventure playground and children's zoo.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Kensington Gardens

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Marveling at Art in Victoria and Albert Museum, and a Royal Encounter at Buckingham Palace

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$0

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$ 8

Victoria and Albert Museum

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 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.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Discovering Westminster Bridge, Westminster Abbey, and the Serenity of St James's Park

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$62

Westminster Bridge

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Westminster Abbey

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$62

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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Unveiling the Splendor of Alexandra Palace and the Tranquility of Hyde Park

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$0

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$ 8

Alexandra Palace

Iconic Victorian building in parkland staging live music, sports, exhibitions, circus & funfairs.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

35 - 42 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

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Free

Day 5Venturing into the Vast Beauty of Hampstead Heath and Greenwich Park

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$0

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$ 8

Hampstead Heath

Green oasis for recreation, with swimming ponds, woodland and city views from Parliament Hill.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

46 - 56 min

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Greenwich Park

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Admiring the Majestic Tower Bridge and Reveling in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

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$30

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$ 8

Tower Bridge

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

23 - 28 min

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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Bridges, wildland & play parks weaving a latticework around London's 2012 Olympic venues.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Exploring the Iconic London Bridge and Gazing at the Magnificence of St. Paul's Cathedral

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$50

London Bridge

Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 24 min

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St. Paul's Cathedral

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Day 8Unraveling the Secrets of the Tower of London and Delighting in Holland Park

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$74

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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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$74

32 - 39 min

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Holland Park

Large park with woodland, sports facilities, playground and cafe, plus a Japanese Kyoto Garden.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 9Immersing in Contemporary Art at Tate Modern

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$0

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

Day 10Strolling through the Enchanting Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and the Serenity of Richmond Park

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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

22 - 27 min

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Richmond Park

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

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $323 In total

Activities & Food:$266

Transport:$57