There are a few things London is known for that everyone wants to see. I am going to structure this post in days. I this way you can see what you can do in a day depending on the area. Also if you are not staying for a week and just for a few days, I am going to put the must do things first. Also you can mix up what you do and when depending on the weather.
Lets get started. If you are straying a week or more then you may be interested in getting a London Pass which will let you gain access to many attractions, at a cheaper price.
Day 1- Westminster.
Take a stroll down Southbank, and admire the view, in the summer there is also a snog bus which has amazing frozen yogurt. Then if you organise your trip ahead (6 months or so) you could visit the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. If not, then it is worth visiting Westminster Abbey with an audio guide as it has a fascinating history. Then, why not go and visit the Supreme Court Of Justice which is just opposite the Abbey. Then you can find something to eat around Embankment or on Southbank. Take a stroll down Whitehall where you can see Downing Street, and the other Departments of the Government. You will also come across Horse Guard Parade which you can visit. Whitehall will lead you directly to Trafalgar Square. From there you have three choices: the first one is to go to St James Park, or head to Covent Garden, via Leicester Square or you could visit the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery.
Day 2- Palace Day
First at 11:15 am its the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace. If you want a good view then I would recommend coming at around 10:30am or earlier. It lasts about an hour. Then if visiting in the summer months it is worth going and visiting the Palace itself. Then take a stroll though Green Park all the way to Hyde Park corner where you can hire bikes from inside Hyde Park. Cycle down to Kensington Palace passing The Royal Albert Memorial and The Royal Albert Hall. Then dock your bikes and visit Kensington Palace .
Day 3- City Of London
Start your day by visiting St Paul's Cathedral, then take the tube or walk to Tower Of London, where I would recommend going on a free tour they offer there to find out more about the history of the tower. Then after you have explored the tower head over Tower Bridge close by, where you get a great view of London. If there is still time you could go explore Tate Modern Or The Globe Or HMS Belfast .
Day 4- Museum Day
Start your day in South Kensington by visiting the three museums situated there: Natural History Museum, Science Museum and The V&A . Then walk to Harrods and Knighsbridge. I would recommend this route on a rainy day.
Day 5- The British Museum
This can take you up to a whole day as it is very big. So, I have dedicated a day to it. If you finish in there early enough then you could go visit the British Library which is close by.
Day 6- Option Day
If you went on day one to Covent Garden then you could visit Notting Hill and Portobello Market. If not then you could go to Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square and Covent Garden. If booked in advance, you may be able to book a tour to visit the Royal Opera House.
Day 7- Your Choice
There are a few things left to do in London, so I have left it free for you to decide. Here are a few things you could do:
Go shopping on Oxford Street/Regents Street.
Go to Baker Street to the Sherlock Holmes Museum and Madame Tussauds
Go to Hampton Court
Apart from the things mentioned I would recommend going to any West End Show. Here are a few of my favourites:
Billy Eliot
Matilda
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
The Book Of Mormon
Well, I hope this post was helpful. Keep your eyes out for the next two London posts. If you are going to London then I hope you enjoy your trip.
If you have any questions about London then leave them in the comments below and I will get back to you.
I will see you all next week for a new London post. Same time, same place, Wednesday 5pm (GMT)
Becky xoxo
