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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Scotland in October 2023

  1. Day 1: London, England
    30 mins (16.1 miles) from London Heathrow Airport

    In the morning, explore the iconic Buckingham Palace and watch the Changing of the Guard. In the afternoon, stroll through the British Museum. In the evening, take a ride on the London Eye for breathtaking views of the city.

  2. Day 2: Paris, France
    2 hours and 15 mins by Eurostar from London St. Pancras International

    Begin the day at the Eiffel Tower and climb up to the top for panoramic views of Paris. In the afternoon, visit the Louvre Museum to see the famous Mona Lisa. In the evening, take a boat ride on the River Seine to see the city Illuminated.

  3. Day 3: Amsterdam, Netherlands
    3 hours and 20 mins by Thalys train from Paris Gare du Nord

    In the morning, visit the Van Gogh Museum to see the works of the iconic Dutch painter. In the afternoon, take a stroll through Vondelpark. In the evening, explore the Red Light District and have dinner at a local restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Edinburgh, Scotland
    1 hour and 30 mins by flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    In the morning, explore Edinburgh Castle, the historic fortress that dominates the skyline. In the afternoon, visit the Royal Botanic Garden. In the evening, take a spooky ghost tour of the city.

  5. Day 5: Scottish Highlands, Scotland
    3 hours and 20 mins (120 miles) from Edinburgh

    Embark on a scenic drive through the Scottish Highlands. Stop by the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle, and if time permits, take a boat ride on Loch Ness to hunt for the elusive monster.

  6. Day 6: Glasgow, Scotland
    3 hours (136 miles) from Scottish Highlands

    Begin the day at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, one of Scotland's most popular attractions. In the afternoon, visit the historic Glasgow Cathedral. In the evening, explore the vibrant nightlife scene in the West End.

  7. Day 7: London, England
    6 hours (403 miles) from Glasgow

    Return to London and visit the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels. In the afternoon, have a picnic at Hyde Park. In the evening, attend a West End show for a memorable finale to your trip.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to Stonehenge or Bath from London, visiting the Palace of Versailles from Paris, exploring the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, visiting the Scottish Whisky Distilleries, or embarking on a Harry Potter Tour in Edinburgh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Buckingham Palace (2 hours, free)
  • British Museum (2-3 hours, free)
  • London Eye (1 hour, £27/adult)
  • Eiffel Tower (2-3 hours, €18/adult)
  • Louvre Museum (3-4 hours, €17/adult)
  • River Seine Boat Ride (1-2 hours, €15/adult)
  • Van Gogh Museum (2-3 hours, €20/adult)
  • Vondelpark (1-2 hours, free)
  • Edinburgh Castle (2-3 hours, £18.50/adult)
  • Royal Botanic Garden (2-3 hours, £8/adult)
  • Loch Ness Boat Ride (1-2 hours, £15/adult)
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (2-3 hours, free)
  • Glasgow Cathedral (1-2 hours, free)
  • Tower of London (2-3 hours, £29/adult)
  • Hyde Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • West End Show (2-3 hours, £40-£200/adult)
  • Total Estimated Costs (£): 327.50-727.50
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