One-Day Family Adventure in London with your Teen Daughter

Day 1: Exploring London

London, United Kingdom

9:30AM

Visit the British Museum

Start your day by exploring the incredible British Museum, where you can admire artefacts like the Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles.
Take the Tube to Holborn (Piccadilly Line) and walk to the British Museum.
Free (Donations welcome), 2 hours

11:30AM

Stroll through Spitalfields Market

Next, head over to Spitalfields Market, filled with unique shops and stalls offering everything from fashion to artisan food; it's a perfect spot for teen-friendly shopping.
Take the Tube from Holborn to Liverpool Street (Central Line) and then a short walk to Spitalfields.
Free to explore, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Dishoom

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Dishoom in Shoreditch, known for its tasty Bombay-style dishes such as the Chicken Ruby or the signature House Black Daal along with amazing garlic naan.
Take the Tube to Shoreditch High Street (Overground Line) and it's a short walk from there.
GBP20, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Covent Garden Market

After lunch, explore the vibrant Covent Garden Market, where you can find unique boutiques, artisanal products, and watch street performances.
Travel back via Tube to Leicester Square and then walk to Covent Garden.
Free to explore, 1 hour

3:00PM

Discover the South Bank

Take a leisurely stroll along the South Bank, enjoying the riverside atmosphere and maybe stopping for some ice cream as you take in the sights.
Take the Tube from Covent Garden to Waterloo (Piccadilly Line to change at Leicester Square for Southbank Line).
GBP5 for ice cream, 1 hour

4:00PM

Visit the Tower of London

Next, head to the Tower of London to explore its rich history, including the Crown Jewels and spooky tales of its past.
Walk from Waterloo to the Tower of London, approximately 20 minutes along the Thames.
GBP30 per person, 2 hours

6:30PM

Walk across Tower Bridge

After the Tower of London, take a moment to walk across the iconic Tower Bridge, enjoying stunning views of the Thames.
Walk from the Tower of London to Tower Bridge, it's right next door.
Free, 30 minutes

7:00PM

Dinner at Sky Garden

Finish your day with a dinner reservation at Sky Garden, where you can enjoy breathtaking views while dining on delicious dishes like Grilled Seabass or Vegetable Ravioli.
Take the Tube from Tower Hill to Monument (Circle or District Line) and walk to Sky Garden.
GBP50, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Evening Walk along the Thames

Wrap up your day with a scenic evening stroll alongside the Thames, enjoying the spectacular city lights reflecting on the water.
Walk from Sky Garden back to the Thames.
Free, 1 hour
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