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London in 10 Days

Abby Jenkins

Abby Jenkins

14 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of London. Immerse yourself in the rich history, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures of this magnificent city. From royal palaces to world-class museums, this itinerary is designed to make your London adventure truly extraordinary.

Trip to London

Day 1A Royal Welcome: St James's Park, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey
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$31

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$ 11

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Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Westminster Abbey
Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$31
Day 2Unveiling History: The British Museum and Trafalgar Square
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$0

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$ 11

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Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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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
8 - 10 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 3Eclectic Delights: Camden Market, Madame Tussauds London, and Big Ben
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$43

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$ 15

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Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Camden Market
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
12 - 15 min

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Madame Tussauds London
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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$43
21 - 26 min

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Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Artistic Marvels: Tate Modern, Borough Market, and The Shard
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$50

St Christopher's Inn London Bridge

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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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
9 - 14 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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The Shard
87-floor glass skyscraper with a jagged peak, with restaurants, offices, hotel & a viewing platform.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$50
Day 5Sacred Wonders: St. Paul's Cathedral and Greenwich Park
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$25

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$ 11

St Christopher's Inn London Bridge

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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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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$25
37 - 45 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 6Iconic Landmarks: Tower Bridge, Tower of London, and Sky Garden
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$52

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$ 8

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Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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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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$15
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.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$37
10 - 15 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 7Wild Encounters: London Zoo and Richmond Park
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$37

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$ 11

St Christopher's Inn London Bridge

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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London Zoo
Major city zoo and research centre helping to conserve numerous species in naturalistic habitats.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$37
56 - 68 min

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Richmond Park
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
Day 8Regal Retreats: Kensington Palace and Hyde Park
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$0

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$ 11

St Christopher's Inn London Bridge

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Kensington Palace
Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 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 9Cultural Exploration: Harrods and Science Museum
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$0

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$ 8

St Christopher's Inn London Bridge

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Harrods
Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 24 min

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Science Museum
A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 10Artistic Treasures: Victoria and Albert Museum, Royal Albert Hall, and Kensington Gardens
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$0

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$ 8

St Christopher's Inn London Bridge

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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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
9 - 14 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
9 - 14 min

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Kensington Gardens
Expansive park containing Kensington Palace & the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $326 In total

Activities & Food:$238
Transport:$89