Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary for London, Wales and Edinburgh in July 2023

  1. Day 1: London
    30 minutes (15 miles) from London Heathrow Airport

    Start your trip with a visit to the iconic Buckingham Palace to witness the changing of the guard ceremony. Later, head over to the British Museum, which houses a collection of over 8 million objects from around the world.

  2. Day 2: London
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    20 minutes (2.5 miles) from Day 1

    Begin your day at the London Eye, Europe's tallest observation wheel, for a bird's eye view of the city. After that, head to the Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels and a historic fortress. End your day with a walk across the Tower Bridge, offering stunning views of the River Thames.

  3. Day 3: Wales
    2 hours 30 minutes (185 miles) from Day 2

    Explore the beautiful Welsh countryside by visiting the Snowdonia National Park, home to the highest mountain in England and Wales. Take the Snowdon Mountain Railway to the summit and marvel at the stunning views. Later, visit the stunning Caernarfon Castle, a World Heritage site.

  4. Day 4: Wales
    30 minutes (15 miles) from Day 3

    Visit the charming Bodnant Garden, which boasts stunning flora and fauna. Later, head over to the Welsh Mountain Zoo, which houses a variety of animals from across the world, including snow leopards, chimpanzees and tigers.

  5. Day 5: Edinburgh
    4 hours 30 minutes (325 miles) from Day 4

    Begin your day in Edinburgh at the iconic Edinburgh Castle, which overlooks the city. After that, take a stroll down the historic Royal Mile, which is lined with charming cafes, shops and restaurants. End your day at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, which has been the official residence of the kings and queens of Scotland since the 16th century.

  6. Day 6: Edinburgh
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Day 5

    Start your day at the National Museum of Scotland, which showcases Scotland's history, culture and achievements. After that, head over to the Edinburgh Dungeon, a thrilling experience that covers Scotland's dark history. End your day by taking a ghost tour of the city, which is said to be one of the most haunted cities in the world.

  7. Day 7: Edinburgh
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Day 6

    Visit the Edinburgh Zoo, which is home to a wide variety of animals from across the world, including pandas, penguins and lions. Later, take a stroll through the beautiful Princes Street Gardens, which is located in the heart of the city. End your day by visiting the Scottish Parliament, which is housed in a stunning modern building that overlooks Holyrood Palace.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Buckingham Palace (2 hours, free)
  • British Museum (3 hours, free)
  • London Eye (1 hour, £30)
  • Tower of London (3 hours, £28)
  • Tower Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Snowdon Mountain Railway (3 hours, £32)
  • Caernarfon Castle (2 hours, £9)
  • Bodnant Garden (2 hours, £15)
  • Welsh Mountain Zoo (3 hours, £15)
  • Edinburgh Castle (3 hours, £20)
  • Royal Mile (2 hours, free)
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse (2 hours, £16)
  • National Museum of Scotland (2 hours, free)
  • Edinburgh Dungeon (1 hour, £16)
  • Ghost tour (2 hours, £15)
  • Edinburgh Zoo (3 hours, £20)
  • Princes Street Gardens (1 hour, free)
  • Scottish Parliament (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £248
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