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Seven Days of Exploring London in July 2023

  1. Day 1: The British Museum
    15 minutes (1.2 miles) from King's Cross Station

    Explore the impressive collection of over eight million artifacts at the British Museum. See the famous Rosetta Stone and Elgin Marbles.

  2. Day 2: The Tower of London
    20 minutes (2.1 miles) from the British Museum

    Marvel at the Crown Jewels, tour the ominous Tower, and learn the history of the Beefeaters during the day. Don't miss the Ceremony of the Keys at night!

  3. Day 3: The London Eye
    20 minutes (1.8 miles) from the Tower of London

    Take a 30-minute ride on the London Eye for a panoramic view of the city.

  4. Day 4: Buckingham Palace
    20 minutes (1.6 miles) from the London Eye

    Watch the Changing of the Guard and tour the opulent State Rooms of the Queen's official London residence.

  5. Day 5: The Globe Theatre
    30 minutes (2.6 miles) from Buckingham Palace

    Experience a Shakespearean play at the reconstructed Globe Theatre. Take a tour to learn about the history of the original theatre and the Globe's reconstruction.

  6. Day 6: Westminster Abbey
    10 minutes (0.8 miles) from the Globe Theatre

    Visit the coronation church of British monarchs for over 900 years. Don't miss the Poets' Corner and the Grave of the Unknown Warrior.

  7. Day 7: Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery
    15 minutes (1.3 miles) from Westminster Abbey

    Take photos with the iconic lions, fountains, and Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square. Then, visit the National Gallery to see more than 2,300 paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.

Recommendations

Don't miss the chance to see a theatre performance in the West End. Book tickets for a famous musical like "Les Miserables" or "Phantom of the Opera." For a day trip, take the train to Windsor Castle or Stonehenge.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • The British Museum (3 hours, free)
  • The Tower of London (3 hours, £30)
  • The London Eye (30 minutes, £20)
  • Buckingham Palace (2 hours, £26.50)
  • The Globe Theatre (2-3 hours, £17)
  • Westminster Abbey (2 hours, £23)
  • Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery (2-3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £116.50
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