Breakfast at Dishoom offers Irani-style eggs and bacon naan; popular and opens early so it’s a good start before the tourist crowds. Typically opens 8:00am; book or be ready to queue on busy days.
Photo-stop and exterior views of the Palace of Westminster and Elizabeth Tower; a short riverside walk gives classic London shots and sets you up for nearby Westminster Abbey.
Explore coronation church and royal tombs; must-see for history and architecture. Typical opening in April is around 9:30–10:00am, with closing late afternoon—check exact April 2026 opening hours and service closures.
Walk through St James’s Park to Buckingham Palace; Changing of the Guard normally takes place on selected days in April (often around 10:30am) — check the official schedule for the exact date in April 2026.
A scenic riverside walk (30–40 minutes) passing by cultural landmarks and connecting you to the South Bank quarter; Tate Modern is free to enter (special exhibitions paid).
Panoramic 30-minute rotation giving great afternoon-to-evening city views; best to pre-book a time slot, most capsules operate daily with later evening slots available in April.
World-class collections from ancient Egypt to Asia; free admission to permanent galleries and very worthwhile for 1.5–2.5 hours. The museum generally opens at 10:00am in April.
Covent Garden has many reliable lunch options; Dishoom offers flavourful Indian-inspired dishes while Caravan serves plated modern brunch/lunch items — both open by noon.
Browse boutiques, craft stalls and watch street performances in the historic market piazza; shops and performers are active through the afternoon and early evening.
See a musical or play in London’s famous theatre district; book tickets in advance — typical performance start times are 7:30pm with durations 2h30m including interval.
Grab coffee and pastries from a Borough Market vendor; market traders start early on Saturdays and the market is lively through the morning (usually opens by 8:00am on Saturdays).
Historic fortress, Crown Jewels and Yeoman Warder tours; opens commonly at 9:00am with last entry in the mid-afternoon—aim for a morning visit to avoid crowds.
Return to Borough Market for a wide choice of fresh, global street food — good for sampling local and international flavours; market open through afternoon.
Take a guided tour of the Globe theatre (tours typically run 10:00–17:00) then visit Tate Modern’s main collection (open 10:00–18:00) for contemporary art.
Catch an early Great Western Railway or Elizabeth Line service to reach Windsor in about 25–40 minutes (some routes change at Slough); trains from Paddington typically start early—buy advance tickets or an off-peak return.
Tour the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel; in April the castle is usually open from 10:00am with closing in the late afternoon—arrive early to allow time for the full visit and check for any closures due to royal events.
Walk Down the Long Walk for great photos of the castle and cross to Eton to view the historic college (exterior only unless pre-booked tours are available).
Finish with a memorable London dinner: Hawksmoor for steak and classic British sides or Dishoom for Indian-inspired dishes; both accept reservations and are open in the evening.