Morning: Arrive at Heathrow and take the Heathrow Express to Central London, then check into your hotel. A short walk around the hotel area helps you get your bearings.
Afternoon: Wander the South Bank, snapping photos of the London Eye and the iconic Big Ben. Stop for a light lunch at a riverside eatery.
Evening: Dine in the bustling Covent Garden district, where street performers and market stalls create a lively backdrop.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the Tower of London, marveling at the Crown Jewels and medieval architecture.
Afternoon: Walk across the spectacular Tower Bridge and then visit the soaring dome of St Paul’s Cathedral.
Evening: Enjoy a riverside dinner near the cathedral, soaking in the illuminated skyline.
Find HotelsMorning: Delve into world history at the British Museum, home to the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies.
Afternoon: Head to Trafalgar Square to admire masterpieces in the National Gallery, then relax in the surrounding gardens.
Evening: Catch a West End theatre show, followed by a late‑night snack in Leicester Square.
Find HotelsMorning: Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and stroll through St James’s Park.
Afternoon: Tour the historic Westminster Abbey and glimpse the interior of the Houses of Parliament (including Big Ben).
Evening: Sail on a Thames river cruise, watching London’s landmarks light up at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Wander the expansive Hyde Park and adjoining Kensington Gardens, perhaps renting a rowboat on the Serpentine.
Afternoon: Dive into the eclectic stalls of Camden Market**, sampling street food and hunting for vintage finds.
Evening: Experience live music at one of Camden’s iconic venues, ending the day with a hearty meal at a local pub.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the riverboat to Greenwich Park and stand on the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory.
Afternoon: Explore the historic ship Cutty Sark and, if time allows, walk around the modern O₂ Arena precinct.
Evening: Dine at a traditional riverside restaurant in Greenwich, enjoying fresh seafood with a view of the Docklands.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the contemporary Tate Modern, admiring works from Picasso to Hirst.
Afternoon: Cross the Millennium Bridge to the reconstructed Shakespeare’s Globe and join a guided tour.
Evening: Sample gourmet street food at Borough Market before strolling along the illuminated South Bank.
Find HotelsMorning: Spend your final hours shopping on Oxford Street and browsing the luxury aisles of Harrods.
Afternoon: Return to the hotel to collect luggage, then head to the airport for your departure.
Evening: Reflect on a week of London memories as you fly home.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add a day in Windsor to visit the royal castle or take a day‑trip to Bath and Stonehenge. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Day 3 and Day 7 by focusing on either the museum circuit or the South‑Bank art scene, and replace the Thames cruise with a quick riverwalk.