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5 Days in London: A Journey Through History and Culture

Paula Benitez Veredas

27 Sep 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 5-day adventure in London, where we'll explore iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Borough Market, discover world-class art at Tate Modern, and stroll through the picturesque gardens of The Regent's Park. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the United Kingdom!

Trip to London

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Day 1

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$ 8

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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Free

10 - 12 min

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Borough Market

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Tate Modern

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$ 8

Greenwich Park

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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Sky Garden

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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London Bridge

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$ 8

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

12 - 15 min

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The Regent's Park

Modern, glass-clad cafe and sports administrative centre, with pitches and changing rooms.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$ 8

Big Ben

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Trafalgar Square

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 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.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Hyde Park

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

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5

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Natural History Museum

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 24 min

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Harrods

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 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

Budget breakdown: $36 In total

Activities & Food:Free

Transport:$36