Family Day Trip from Edgware Road: Exploring London's Iconic Markets, Bridges, and Skylines

Day 1: London Iconic Sights

London, UK on April 26, 2025

12:00pm

Depart Edgware Road

Start your day trip from Edgware Road station by taking the Circle or District line towards Tower Hill, heading for Borough Market.
CURRENCY5 (approximate tube fare per person), 30m

12:30pm

Borough Market

Explore this bustling food market filled with artisanal produce, street food, and vibrant stalls perfect for lunch options. Open daily till 5pm.
Free entry, food costs vary, 1h

1:30pm

Walk to London Bridge

A short 5-minute walk from Borough Market, enjoy views along the River Thames and capture the iconic London Bridge.
Free, 15m

1:45pm

Tower Bridge

Stroll 15 minutes along the Thames to Tower Bridge, where you can admire its architecture and optionally visit the Tower Bridge Exhibition (open till 5pm).
CURRENCY13 per adult, CURRENCY6.50 per child, 1h

2:45pm

Tower of London

Walk 10 minutes to the Tower of London to explore its rich history, the Crown Jewels, and experience a guided Yeoman Warder tour. Open from 9am to 5:30pm.
CURRENCY30 per adult, CURRENCY15 per child, 1.5h

4:15pm

Travel to St Paul's Cathedral

Take the underground from Tower Hill to St Paul’s Station (Circle or District line to Mansion House, then Central line).
CURRENCY5 per person, 30m

4:45pm

St Paul's Cathedral

Visit the iconic dome and interiors of St Paul’s Cathedral. Entry is open until 4:30pm on Saturdays but note last admission is earlier; check ahead to adjust timing or admire from outside.
CURRENCY20 per adult, CURRENCY8.50 per child, 45m

5:30pm

The Shard Viewing Platform

Head to London Bridge station and visit The Shard’s viewing platform open until 10pm, offering stunning panoramic views of London at dusk.
CURRENCY32 per adult, CURRENCY25 per child if pre-booked, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner near London Bridge

Enjoy dinner at Padella, a popular pasta restaurant near Borough Market, open till 10pm and perfect for a family meal with fresh Italian dishes.
CURRENCY15-25 per person, 1h

7:30pm

Sky Garden

Take a short tube ride to Sky Garden at 20 Fenchurch Street, free but pre-book your visit slot for sunset or early evening. Enjoy the garden and nighttime cityscape.
Free with booking, 1h

8:30pm

Return to Edgware Road

Take the underground from Monument or Bank stations back to Edgware Road via Circle or District line.
CURRENCY5 per person, 30m