London Adventure: Exploring Marvels and Indulging in Delights

Spencer McDermott

4 Dec 2023

Join me on an exhilarating 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of London. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this blog will take you on a whirlwind tour of the city's rich history, breathtaking architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Modern Art, Royal Parks, and Sausage Delights

$72

$ 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

29 - 35 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 2Spiritual Splendor, Sky-High Views, and Iconic Bridges

$152

$ 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

5 - 6 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 3Tower Tales, Majestic Monuments, and Royal Residences

$208

$ 15

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$74

22 - 27 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$62

6 - 8 min

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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

8 - 12 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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 4Botanical Wonders, Royal Palace, and Exquisite Indian Cuisine

$118

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

19 - 23 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 5Serene Nature, Scientific Marvels, and Authentic Italian Fare

$68

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 6Royal Gardens, Luxury Shopping, Famous Wax Figures, and Delicious Grab-and-Go

$158

$ 15

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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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.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$86

5 - 8 min

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Pret creates handmade natural food avoiding the obscure chemicals, additives and preservatives common to so much of the 'prepared' and 'fast' food on the market today.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 7Artistic Treasures, Eclectic Markets, and Vegan Pizza Bliss

$68

$ 8