6-Day London Itinerary with Theatre, Markets, Museums & Iconic Eats

Day 1: Museum and Market

London, UK on September 11, 2025

8:00am

Travel from 5 Burlington Road, Chiswick to British Museum

Take the District Line from Turnham Green to South Kensington, then Piccadilly Line to Holborn. Walk to British Museum. The museum opens at 10:00am.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h30m

10:00am

British Museum

Explore one of the world’s greatest collections of human history and culture; highlights include the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies. Free entry.
Free, 2h

12:15pm

Lunch at Neal’s Yard Dairy (Covent Garden)

Enjoy artisan British cheeses and light bites in the vibrant Neal’s Yard, known for its colourful courtyard and lively atmosphere.
GBP 10-15, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Covent Garden

Stroll around historic market piazza with boutique shops, street performers and cafes. Easy access to public transport.
Free, 1h30m

3:00pm

Return to Chiswick

Take the Piccadilly Line from Covent Garden to South Kensington then District Line back to Turnham Green.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h
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Day 2: Markets and Southbank

London, UK on September 12, 2025

8:30am

Travel to Borough Market

From Turnham Green station, take District Line to Monument station. Borough Market opens 10:00am.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h

10:00am

Borough Market

Famous food market known for gourmet street food, artisan producers, and fresh produce. Perfect to sample diverse tasty bites.
Free entry, food costs vary, 1h30m

11:45am

Walk along Southbank to Neal’s Yard Dairy

Enjoy riverside walk towards Neal’s Yard Dairy at 17 Shorts Gardens, known for luxury British cheeses. Open 11:00am to 6:00pm.
Free entry, 1h45m

2:30pm

Relax and explore Southbank

Explore the vibrant Southbank area with street performers, art installations and riverside views.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to Chiswick

Take District Line from Monument back to Turnham Green.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h
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Day 3: Theatre and Market

London, UK on September 13, 2025

9:30am

Travel to Borough Market

From Turnham Green, take District Line to Monument and head to Borough Market for morning treats.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h

10:00am

Borough Market browsing

Enjoy early day sampling at Borough Market before theatre.
Food costs vary, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch near theatre

Grab an early lunch near Playhouse Theatre (where Hadestown is playing) - recommended nearby café or restaurant.
GBP 15-20, 1h

13:30pm

Head to Playhouse Theatre (Hadestown show)

Take Northern Line from Borough to Leicester Square, then short walk to Playhouse Theatre for 2:30pm Hadestown musical.
Oyster fare circa GBP 2.50, 30m

14:30pm

Hadestown Musical

Enjoy the critically acclaimed musical Hadestown, booked in advance. Performance approx. 2h30m including interval.
Ticket varies approx. GBP 50-80, 2h30m

17:00pm

Visit Spitalfields Market

Take Central Line to Liverpool Street then short walk to Spitalfields Market for shopping and snacks. Open until 6:00pm.
Free entry, 1h

18:00pm

Return to Chiswick

Take Central Line from Liverpool Street to Notting Hill Gate, then District Line to Turnham Green.
Oyster card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h
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Day 4: Art and Food

London, UK on September 14, 2025

9:00am

Travel to National Gallery

From Turnham Green, take District Line to Embankment and walk to National Gallery on Trafalgar Square.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h

10:00am

National Gallery

Explore world-famous paintings from masters such as Van Gogh, Da Vinci and Turner. Free entry.
Free, 2h

12:15pm

Lunch at Poppies Fish and Chips East End

Travel via Central Line from Charing Cross to Old Street to enjoy iconic, award-winning fish and chips at Poppies. Open from 12pm.
GBP 15-20, 1h

2:00pm

Explore East End

Wander around Shoreditch area, known for street art, vintage shops and quirky cafes. Return to Chiswick by District and Central lines.
Free, 3h

5:30pm

Return to Chiswick

Take public transport back to Turnham Green.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h
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Day 5: Markets and Pubs

London, UK on September 15, 2025

9:30am

Travel to Spitalfields Market

Take public transport from Turnham Green via Central Line to Liverpool Street for morning market visit.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h

10:00am

Spitalfields Market

Discover fashion, crafts and delicious street food at the vibrant Spitalfields Market. Open 10am to 6pm.
Free entry, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at local East End café

Choose a casual local café or street food vendor in the area to sample authentic East London flavours.
GBP 10-15, 1h

2:00pm

Visit three recommended pubs

Explore the historic pubs: The French House (Soho), The Mayflower (Rotherhithe), and The Princess Louise (Holborn) known for great food and atmosphere.
Drinks and food approx. GBP 15-30 each, 3h

5:30pm

Return to Chiswick

Return via public transport to Turnham Green.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h
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Day 6: Leisure and Dining

London, UK on September 16, 2025

10:00am

Relaxed morning at Chiswick or nearby café

Enjoy a calm morning near accommodation before heading into central London later.
GBP 5-10, 2h

12:30pm

Travel to central London for restaurant lunch

Take District Line from Turnham Green to South Kensington or Piccadilly Line to Covent Garden depending on chosen restaurant.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 45m

1:30pm

Lunch at a notable restaurant - recommended: Dinner by Heston Blumenthal or Dishoom Covent Garden

Experience refined British historical cuisine at Dinner or vibrant Indian dishes at Dishoom. Both restaurants require bookings and lunch service till 3pm.
Approx. GBP 35-50, 1h30m

3:30pm

Explore nearby attractions if interested

Option to visit nearby attractions or enjoy shopping at Covent Garden.
Free or as per activity, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at one of the three recommended pubs with great food

Enjoy last dinner in London at either The French House, The Mayflower or The Princess Louise for classic British pub dishes.
GBP 20-35, 2h

8:30pm

Return to Chiswick

Make last journey home via District Line from central London stations to Turnham Green.
Oyster Card fare approx. GBP 3, 1h
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