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5 Days in London: A Journey Through History and Culture

Zosia Bolisęga

22 Oct 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 5-day adventure in London, where we'll explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of this magnificent city.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$122

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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

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Trafalgar Square

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

St. Paul's Cathedral

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

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$50

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Pilpel

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 2

+

$72

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$ 15

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

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Hyde Park

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Science Museum

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

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Da Mario

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 3

+

$72

·

$ 8

Victoria and Albert Museum

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Harrods

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

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

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Chutney Mary

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 4

+

$98

·

$ 15

Tate Modern

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

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Tower Bridge

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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$30

31 - 38 min

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Directions

Greenwich Park

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

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Heap's Sausages

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 5

+

$143

Borough Market

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

London Bridge

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

17 - 26 min

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Directions

Sky Garden

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

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Tower of London

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

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$75

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Mei Ume

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Budget breakdown: $557 In total

Activities & Food:$507

Transport:$50