London United Kingdom 7 Day Itinerary

7-Day London Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Central London Exploration

  • Stay at: Shaftesbury Premier Hyde Park, a great base for exploring the city.
  • Breakfast: Grab a pastry and coffee at Vanilla Black near Hyde Park.
  • Morning: Visit iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the Houses of Parliament. Don’t forget to snap a photo with Big Ben!
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Dishoom, an Indian café chain offering delicious and authentic dishes.
  • Afternoon: Explore Covent Garden, including the Royal Opera House, Neal’s Yard, and the market.
  • Evening: Catch a show at one of the many theaters in the West End. Check out Official London Theatre for tickets.

Day 2: Museums & Parks

  • Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at Granger & Co.
  • Morning: Visit the British Museum, Natural History Museum, or the Science Museum, all free to enter!
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Eat Cafe in Chiswick for a taste of British comfort food.
  • Afternoon: Spend some time relaxing in Hyde Park or Regent’s Park, or visit Kensington Palace.
  • Dinner: Dine at The Harwood Arms, London’s only Michelin-starred pub.

Day 3: East End & Bridges

  • Breakfast: Try Square Mile Coffee Roasters in Shoreditch for great coffee and pastries.
  • Morning: Visit the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and the nearby modern art gallery, Tate Modern.
  • Lunch: Eat at Borough Market, one of the oldest and largest food markets in London.
  • Afternoon: Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Shoreditch and Brick Lane, filled with street art, vintage shops, and independent eateries.
  • Dinner: Have dinner at Roast for British seasonal dishes in a historic setting.

Day 4: Day Trip to Oxford or Windsor Castle

  • Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at your hotel or explore nearby Notting Hill for more brunch options.
  • Full Day: Take a day trip to either Oxford (home of the prestigious University of Oxford) or Windsor Castle, the residence of the British Royal Family. Both are easily accessible by train.
  • Dinner: Return to London and have dinner at Dishoom Kensington for a second time if you enjoyed it earlier in the week!

Day 5: Camden Market & Regent’s Park

  • Breakfast: Head to Camden Lock Village for breakfast at one of the many cafés.
  • Morning: Spend the morning exploring Camden Market, known for its eclectic mix of food stalls, shops, and live music.
  • Lunch: Enjoy lunch at Camden Market or try Street Feast in nearby Woolwich for a variety of street food options.
  • Afternoon: Visit Regent’s Park, London Zoo, or the nearby Sherlock Holmes Museum.
  • Dinner: Have dinner at The Ivy Cafe Marylebone for a British classic dining experience.

Day 6: South Bank & Thames River Cruise

  • Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at Monmouth Coffee Company in Borough Market.
  • Morning: Explore the South Bank, including the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, and the Tate Modern.
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Burnt Lemon in Battersea Power Station for modern European cuisine.
  • Afternoon: Take a Thames River Cruise to see famous London landmarks from a different perspective. Check out Thames River Services.
  • Dinner: Dine at Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen for a celebrity chef experience.

Day 7: Departure & Last Minutes

  • Breakfast: Have breakfast at your hotel or try out one of the many cafés in the area before heading to the airport.
  • Departure: Don’t forget to keep your eyes open for double-decker buses, phone boxes, and black cabs on your way to the airport!