London, United Kingdom 6 Day Itinerary

Title: Six-Day London Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival & Central London Exploration

  • Morning: Arrive at Heathrow or Gatwick Airport. Check into your hotel in the Covent Garden area, a vibrant neighborhood with a mix of historic architecture and modern shops. Hotels like Strand Palace Hotel, ME London, or Radisson Blu Edwardian Mercer Street are great choices.
  • Afternoon: Visit Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery, and Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard, if timing is right).
  • Evening: Enjoy a dinner at The Ivy Market Grill in Covent Garden or Rules, London’s oldest restaurant located near Covent Garden Piazza.
  • Things to know: Oyster card for public transport is highly recommended. London operates on Zone system. Also, remember that shops close early on Sundays.

Day 2 - British Museum & Camden Town

  • Morning: Start your day with a visit to the British Museum, home to millions of works ranging from two million years ago to the present.
  • Afternoon: Head to Camden Town. Explore Camden Market, where you can find everything from street food to vintage clothing. Don’t miss Camden Lock Place and Stables Market.
  • Evening: Dine at The Hawkyns or KERB Camden for a variety of food options. End your day with live music at one of the pubs in Camden.

Day 3 - Tower of London & The Shard

  • Morning: Visit the iconic Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels and many historical artifacts.
  • Afternoon: Cross the Millennium Bridge to The Shard. Take a lift ride to the viewing gallery for panoramic views of London.
  • Evening: Have dinner at Oblix East or Hutong at The Shard.

Day 4 - Hyde Park & Kensington Palace

  • Morning: Spend your morning in Hyde Park, explore the Serpentine Lake, Kensington Gardens, and the Diana Memorial Fountain.
  • Afternoon: Visit Kensington Palace and learn about its fascinating history, including that of Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.
  • Evening: Dine at The Ivy Kensington Brasserie or Dishoom Kensington for a taste of British and Indian cuisine respectively.

Day 5 - Westminster Abbey & River Thames Cruise

  • Morning: Visit Westminster Abbey, the coronation church of England since William the Conqueror in 1066.
  • Afternoon: Take a River Thames Cruise to see some of London’s most famous landmarks from a different perspective.
  • Evening: Dine at Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen or The Dock, located near Tower Bridge.

Day 6 - Departure

  • Morning: Spend your last hours in London shopping at Oxford Street or Borough Market for souvenirs.
  • Afternoon/Evening: Depart from either Heathrow or Gatwick Airport, taking with you unforgettable memories of London.