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4-Day London Itinerary — April 2026: Westminster, Museums, Tower, South Bank & Windsor Day Trip

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Day 1: Westminster & South Bank

London, United Kingdom on April 15, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast — Dishoom Covent Garden

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.
GBP18, 0h45m

9:30am

Walk Westminster — Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

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.
GBP0, 0h45m

10:30am

Westminster Abbey visit

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.
GBP27, 1h30m

12:15pm

Photo-stop — Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard (if scheduled)

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.
GBP0, 0h30m

1:00pm

Lunch — The Red Lion (Westminster pub)

Classic British pub near the Houses of Parliament serving sandwiches and pub mains; convenient, hearty lunch option open from around 11:30am.
GBP18, 1h0m

2:30pm

Walk along the Thames to South Bank — Tate Modern exterior & Millennium Bridge

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).
GBP0, 1h0m

4:00pm

London Eye (pre-booked ticket)

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.
GBP32, 0h45m

6:00pm

Dinner — OXO Tower Restaurant

Modern British dinner with river views on the South Bank; reservations recommended — open evenings (typically from 12:00pm through late service).
GBP45, 1h30m

8:00pm

Evening stroll along South Bank

Leisurely riverside walk past street performers, bookstalls and lights — a relaxing way to finish Day 1 and head back to your hotel or tube station.
GBP0, 0h45m

Day 2: Museums & West End

London, United Kingdom on April 16, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast — The Wolseley (Piccadilly)

Elegant continental or full English breakfast in Mayfair — great to start a museum day; typically opens early (around 8:00am).
GBP25, 0h45m

10:00am

British Museum

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.
GBP0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Dishoom Covent Garden or Caravan Kings Cross

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.
GBP20, 1h0m

2:00pm

National Gallery (Trafalgar Square)

Home to European master paintings including Van Gogh and Turner; free entry to main collection, open generally 10:00–6:00 (check late openings).
GBP0, 1h30m

4:00pm

Covent Garden market & street performers

Browse boutiques, craft stalls and watch street performances in the historic market piazza; shops and performers are active through the afternoon and early evening.
GBP0, 1h0m

7:30pm

West End theatre show (pre-booked)

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.
GBP50, 2h30m

10:30pm

Late dinner — Brasserie Zédel

Classic Parisian-style brasserie near Piccadilly with late service — good for a post-show meal; open late on most nights.
GBP30, 1h0m

Day 3: Tower & Southwark

London, United Kingdom on April 17, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast — Borough Market stalls (coffee & pastry)

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).
GBP8, 0h30m

9:30am

Tower of London

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.
GBP31, 2h30m

12:15pm

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Explore the high-level walkways and Victorian engine rooms for river and city views; typically open 9:30am–5:00pm in April.
GBP12, 0h45m

1:00pm

Lunch — Borough Market (sit-down or market stall)

Return to Borough Market for a wide choice of fresh, global street food — good for sampling local and international flavours; market open through afternoon.
GBP15, 1h0m

3:00pm

Shakespeare's Globe tour & Tate Modern visit

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.
GBP20, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner — Padella (Borough/nearby)

Famed for fresh pasta; small venue and popular—arrive early or join the queue, open typically until late evening.
GBP18, 1h0m

8:00pm

Evening — Walk across Millennium Bridge to St Paul’s (outside view)

Enjoy illuminated views of St Paul’s Cathedral from the river; a short night-time stroll to end the day and catch night photography opportunities.
GBP0, 0h45m

Day 4: Windsor Day Trip

Windsor, United Kingdom on April 18, 2026

7:30am

Depart London Paddington to Windsor & Eton Central (train)

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.
GBP15, 0h40m

8:30am

Breakfast — Coco's by the Castle (Windsor)

Breakfast or coffee with views close to Windsor Castle; opens early and ideal before castle queues build up.
GBP12, 0h45m

9:30am

Windsor Castle visit

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.
GBP28, 2h30m

12:30pm

Stroll Long Walk & Eton College

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).
GBP0, 0h45m

1:30pm

Lunch — The Boatman or a riverside pub

Relax with lunch by the River Thames in Windsor or Eton; many pubs and cafés serve classic British lunches and seasonal dishes.
GBP20, 1h0m

3:00pm

Leisure time — shop Windsor High Street or optional River cruise

Browse independent shops or take a short river cruise if available (seasonal); leave ample time to return to Paddington by early evening.
GBP8, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return train to London

Take an early-evening service back to Paddington (approx 30–45 minutes) to avoid late-night travel congestion.
GBP15, 0h45m

8:00pm

Dinner back in London — Hawksmoor (Seven Dials) or Dishoom King's Cross

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.
GBP40, 1h30m
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