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3-Day London Itinerary
A three‑day itinerary that blends London’s most iconic landmarks, historic sites, neighbourhoods, museums, food markets, and river views. Designed to give you a complete London experience at a comfortable pace.
Day 1 Plan
- Morning: Westminster Abbey → Big Ben → Parliament Square
- Late Morning: London Eye or South Bank walk
- Lunch: South Bank or Covent Garden
- Afternoon: Trafalgar Square → National Gallery
- Evening: Explore Soho → Dinner & drinks
Day 2 Plan
- Morning: Tower of London → Tower Bridge
- Lunch: Borough Market
- Afternoon: St Paul’s Cathedral → Millennium Bridge
- Optional: Tate Modern or Shakespeare’s Globe
- Evening: Thames river cruise or dinner on the South Bank
Day 3 Plan
- Morning: British Museum
- Lunch: Soho or Fitzrovia
- Afternoon: Hyde Park or Kensington Gardens
- Late Afternoon: Notting Hill walk → Portobello Road
- Evening: Dinner in Notting Hill or Covent Garden
Where to Eat
- Borough Market: Padella, Arabica, gourmet street food
- Covent Garden: Dishoom, Flat Iron, Seven Dials Market
- Soho: Bao, Kiln, Barrafina
- Notting Hill: Farm Girl, Electric Diner
How to Get Around
- Tube: Westminster, Waterloo, London Bridge, Tower Hill, St Paul’s, Notting Hill Gate
- Walking: Most of this itinerary is walkable
- Boat: Thames Clippers for scenic travel
Local Tips
- Book Tower of London tickets early.
- Visit Borough Market before 1pm for the best food options.
- Walk between St Paul’s, the Thames, and the South Bank.
- Use contactless for quick Tube travel.
- Portobello Road Market is best on Fridays and Saturdays.
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