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8 Days in London: A Journey Through History and Culinary Delights

Juan Pablo Pineda Vásquez

Juan Pablo Pineda Vásquez

15 Nov 2023

Join me on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in London, where we'll explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse ourselves in the city's rich history. From the towering Shard to the historic Tower of London, from the vibrant Borough Market to the serene Hyde Park, this itinerary has it all. Get ready to be captivated by the charm of London!

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Viator

Day 1
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$294

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$ 8

Heap's Sausages
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
12 - 17 min

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Greenwich Park
Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
33 - 40 min

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The Shard
87-floor glass skyscraper with a jagged peak, with restaurants, offices, hotel & a viewing platform.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$100
4 - 6 min

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Richard Haward's Oysters
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
1 - 2 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Padella
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 2
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$297

La Dame de Pic
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
8 - 11 min

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Tower Bridge
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
11 - 16 min

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Tower of London
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$75
8 - 11 min

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Mei Ume
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$74
6 - 9 min

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Sky Garden
Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Goodman City
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$68
Day 3
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$188

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$ 8

Union Viet
A family business driven by an obsession for quality Vietnamese food and drink.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$52
8 - 11 min

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Tate Modern
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
20 - 24 min

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Mari Vanna
Russian Restaurant
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$68
16 - 23 min

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Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Signor Sassi Italian Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 4
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$190

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$ 8

Paul - Gloucester
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$48
9 - 14 min

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Science Museum
A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Harry's Dolce Vita
Harry's Dolce Vita is a mixture of legendary Italian charm, delicious unfussy food, inspired cocktails, stylish decor and some good old fashioned fun.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$74
4 - 5 min

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Harrods
Distinguished store for luxury goods, fashion, technology & accessories, plus refined eateries.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Signor Sassi Italian Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 5
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$192

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$ 15

L'ETO Caffè
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$52
3 - 4 min

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Victoria and Albert Museum
Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Chutney Mary
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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$72
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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Bancone
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 6
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$249

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$ 8

The Library at County Hall
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$46
6 - 9 min

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Big Ben
16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
8 - 10 min

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The Wolseley
The Wolseley Restaurant is located on Piccadilly, one of London's most famous boulevards. It is a cafe/restaurant in the Grand European style.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$68
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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Le Deli Robuchon
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 7
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$282

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$ 15

Fischer's
Evocative of Vienna in the early twentieth century, Fischer’s is an informal, neighbourhood café and konditorei.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
7 - 10 min

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Madame Tussauds London
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$88
11 - 14 min

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Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Purezza
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
7 - 9 min

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Gipsy Queen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 8
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$254

Pilpel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
2 - 3 min

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St. Paul's Cathedral
17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
7 - 10 min

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Goodman City
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$68
8 - 11 min

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Pilpel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68

Budget breakdown: $2002 In total

Activities & Food:$1945
Transport:$57