London Adventure

Leonard Kibele

19 Dec 2023

Join me on an exhilarating 10-day journey through the iconic city of London. From historic landmarks to world-class museums, this blog will take you on a whirlwind tour of the best that London has to offer. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling History and Wandering Among Wax Figures

$86

$ 8

A 17th-century country house within Hampstead Heath with restored interiors and notable artworks.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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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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$86

Day 2Immersing in Shakespearean Legacy and Marveling at Towering Structures

$154

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$74

9 - 14 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Scaling Heights and Embracing Iconic Timepieces

$50

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Exploring Political Powerhouses and Reliving WWII

$124

Neo-Gothic masterpiece & seat of the UK government. Guided tours on Saturdays & in the summer.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$62

6 - 9 min

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Secret underground headquarters where Prime Minister Winston Churchill lived and worked during WWII.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

Day 5Delving into Ancient Artifacts and Witnessing Royal Splendor

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Roaming Royal Grounds and Discovering Maritime Heritage

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

8 - 11 min

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Exploring British naval history, with a ship simulator, nautical oddities and interactive games.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Unearthing Cultural Treasures and Reveling in Natural Beauty

Museum with aquarium, stuffed animal and musical instrument collections, set in landscaped gardens.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 8Indulging in Modern Art and Basking in Botanical Bliss

$50

$ 8

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

66 - 80 min

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Trees & flowers from around the globe in vast gardens with huge greenhouses & a treetop walkway.

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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$50

Day 9Igniting Curiosity with Science and Innovation

A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 10Admiring Artistic Masterpieces and Stepping into Royal Grandeur

$62

$ 8

Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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$62

Budget breakdown: $569 In total

Activities & Food:$526

Transport:$43