Discovering London in 7 Days

1. Day 1: Exploring Westminster
   10 minutes (1 mile) from Victoria Station

   Marvel at magnificent architecture and learn about the city's history visiting the Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben.

2. Day 2: Museum Tour
   15 minutes (1.5 miles) from Trafalgar Square

   Explore the cultural treasures of the city at The British Museum and National Portrait Gallery.

3. Day 3: East End and Markets
   20 minutes (2.2 miles) from Covent Garden

   Discover the street art, vintage stores, and sample street food at Brick Lane, Old Spitalfields Market, and Camden Market.

4. Day 4: Royal Palaces
   30 minutes (3.5 miles) from St. Paul's Cathedral

   Royal Palace Crawl visiting Kensington Palace, Buckingham Palace, and ending at the Tower of London.

5. Day 5: Southbank Walk
   15 minutes (1.4 miles) from Borough Market

   Enjoy the iconic views of Thames River and visit landmarks such as Shakespeare's Globe, Tate Modern, and the London Eye.

6. Day 6: Parks and Gardens
   20 minutes (2.7 miles) from Oxford Circus

   Take a breather from the bustle and visit Kew Gardens, Green Park, and Hyde Park.

7. Day 7: Shopping in Oxford Street
   10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Piccadilly Circus

   Shop to your heart's content at the world-famous Oxford Street and finish off with a visit to the iconic Harrods Department Store.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Westminster Abbey (2 hours, £25)
• British Museum (4 hours, free)
• National Portrait Gallery (3 hours, free)
• Buckingham Palace (2 hours, £16)
• Tower of London (3 hours, £28)
• London Eye (1 hour, £30)
• Kew Garden (3 hours, £17)
• Oxford Street Shopping (4 hours, varies)
• Total Estimated Costs: £116

Useful Tips

For a more relaxed trip, consider reducing stops to 1-2 places per day, or extend the itinerary to 10+ days to see more. Add a theatre visit, boat ride, or sports event, but plan for the times and budget accordingly. During peak travel season, book tickets in advance to save time and money.