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A Week in London: Exploring the Best of the Capital

Jose Avalos

Jose Avalos

10 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of London. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this magnificent city.

Trip to London

Day 1
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$164

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$ 15

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
23 - 28 min

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Greenwich Park
Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Heap's Sausages
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$92
9 - 14 min

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Golden Chippy
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 2
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$192

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$ 29

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
16 - 20 min

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Borough Market
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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London Bridge
Concrete pedestrian and traffic bridge that gave a major railway station its name.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Mei Ume
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
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.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Banh-Mi & Son
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$116
Day 3
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$156

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
4 - 6 min

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Abeno
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
4 - 6 min

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Which Wich Superior Sandwiches London
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$104
Day 4
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$136

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$ 15

Trafalgar Square
Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.
8:00 AM - 9:00 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Kensington Palace
Royal palace and gardens, with exhibits on former residents like Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Ole & Steen
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...
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$48
1 - 2 min

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Dishoom
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$88
Day 5
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$116

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$ 15

Camden Market
Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Hyde Park
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Burger & Lobster
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
3 - 4 min

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Sale E Pepe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6
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$168

Science Museum
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
8 - 12 min

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Royal Albert Hall
One of Britain's great Victorian splendours, most famous for the Proms classical music festival.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Da Mario
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$92
10 - 15 min

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Natural History Museum Member's Room
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
Day 7
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$160

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
8 - 11 min

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Natural History Museum Member's Room
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
6 - 9 min

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Macellaio
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84

Budget breakdown: $1163 In total

Activities & Food:$1092
Transport:$71