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

Lavleen Madahar

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in London, where ancient marvels and mouthwatering cuisine await. Explore iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and Big Ben, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Borough Market, and indulge in delectable dishes at local favorites like Padella and Burger & Lobster. From the regal Buckingham Palace to the lush greenery of Hyde Park, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of the United Kingdom.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Shakespeare's Globe to Olympic Park: Unveiling London's Rich Heritage

$372

$ 85

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

8 - 12 min

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Oak-&-thatch replica of the original Elizabethan theatre, showing Shakespeare plays in the open air.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

9 - 11 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$60

26 - 32 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$92

12 - 17 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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

5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$72

Day 2Coffee, Art, and Majestic Views: Discovering London's Modern Charms

$584

$ 43

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

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

9 - 14 min

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Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$76

4 - 5 min

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87-floor glass skyscraper with a jagged peak, with restaurants, offices, hotel & a viewing platform.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$200

16 - 24 min

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

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$148

14 - 17 min

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8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$116

5 - 8 min

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

10:00 PM - 11:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Cathedrals, Gardens, and Timeless Beauty: A Day of Serenity and Splendor

$532

$ 71

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$52

2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$100

9 - 11 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$52

6 - 9 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Museum arranged around the eponymous ship that used to speed tea from Asia to Victorian Britain.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$100

37 - 45 min

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

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$104

11 - 16 min

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

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$124

Day 4Coffeehouses, Museums, and Retail Therapy: London's Cultural Extravaganza

$184

$ 43

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

8 - 12 min

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One of Britain's great Victorian splendours, most famous for the Proms classical music festival.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$48

5 - 8 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$88

14 - 21 min

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Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Art, Parks, and Royal Retreats: A Day of Elegance and Natural Beauty

$288

$ 71

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

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

32 - 39 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$76

17 - 21 min

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

40 - 48 min

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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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$40

8 - 12 min

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Famous seat of Henry VIII and his many wives, this palace received elegant Stuart-era modernisation.

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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$124

Day 6Brews, Gardens, and Royal Residences: Immersing in London's Green Oasis

$316

$ 57

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

9 - 11 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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$100

28 - 34 min

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Home of the Cinnamon Social, Ole & Steen is the Danish bakery. Ole & Steen lovingly make award winning breads, pastries and cakes every day in their London bakeries. Using only the best quality ingredients, artisanal techniques and highly skilled bakers...

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$92

9 - 14 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$92

Day 7Meat Feasts, Museums, and Park Strolls: Unraveling London's Diverse Charms

$236

$ 71

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$76

11 - 16 min

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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

12 - 15 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$76

14 - 17 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.

4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$84

Day 8Palaces, Bakeries, and Aquatic Wonders: A Royal and Culinary Exploration

$324

$ 71

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$56

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Imposing gallery with historic and contemporary British art, notable for its JMW Turner collection.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$80

5 - 8 min

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Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$148

13 - 16 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.

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$40

6 - 9 min

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Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Free

Day 9Cafes, Galleries, and Iconic Landmarks: London's Fusion of Culture and History

$356

$ 71

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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WA is a small, independent patisserie located in Ealing Broadway.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

21 - 26 min

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Landmark venue hosting major football matches, including FA Cup Final & international matches.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

56 - 68 min

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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

6 - 9 min

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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...

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$100

5 - 8 min

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