8 Days in London: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Meral Aktas

18 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of London. Immerse yourself in the rich history and indulge in mouthwatering culinary delights. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of the city's best attractions.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Modern Art to Scenic Parks

$106

$ 15

A family business driven by an obsession for quality Vietnamese food and drink.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

8 - 11 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$46

12 - 17 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 2Bridges, Gardens, and Cathedral Wonders

$198

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

4 - 6 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$30

13 - 20 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$50

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$58

Day 3Palaces, Squares, and Abbey Marvels

$240

$ 22

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

10 - 15 min

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Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$74

22 - 27 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

11 - 16 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$62

8 - 10 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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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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$52

Day 4Botanic Gardens and Iconic Landmarks

$162

$ 15

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

10 - 12 min

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Trees & flowers from around the globe in vast gardens with huge greenhouses & a treetop walkway.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

39 - 47 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

9 - 14 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

Day 5Juice, Museums, and Royal Residences

$82

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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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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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$38

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 6Steaks, Shopping, and Famous Figures

$194

$ 15

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

10 - 15 min

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Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$46

5 - 8 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$86

5 - 8 min

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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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$46

Day 7Delicacies, Markets, and Cultural Treasures

$118

$ 15

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$38

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$38

8 - 11 min

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Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 8Art, Sushi, and Museum Exploration

$88

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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$28

5 - 8 min

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