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A Week in London: Explore the Best of the City

Carmen kvist

Carmen kvist

27 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day journey through London, where we'll visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious food, and immerse ourselves in the vibrant culture of this incredible city.

Day 1
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$0

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$ 8

Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Covent Garden
Shops, cafes and bars in restored market buildings with street performers in the Piazza.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Chinatown
Colourful area with dozens of Chinese eateries, shops & ornate landmarks such as Chinatown Gate.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 2
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$0

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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
Free
14 - 17 min

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Piccadilly Circus
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 3
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$113

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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
$50
11 - 14 min

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Westminster Abbey
Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$63
Day 4
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$88

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$ 8

Madame Tussauds London
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$88
17 - 21 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
Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 8

Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Oxford Street
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 6
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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
Free
Day 7
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$0

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$ 8

Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $243 In total

Activities & Food:$200
Transport:$43