Day 1: Arrive & Thames walk
Evening riverside walk and landmark views.
- South Bank
- London Eye (optional)
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London — 5-day itinerary
A practical 5-day plan for London: best time to visit, where to stay, highlights, and a suggested day-by-day outline to help you plan smarter.
Best time: April to SeptemberIdeal trip: 3 to 7 daysBudget: $150 to $350 per person per day
Sample 5-day outline
Day 2: Westminster & museums
Parliament, Westminster and a museum visit.
- Westminster
- British Museum or Natural History
Day 3: Markets & neighborhoods
Explore markets and neighborhoods like Covent Garden and Soho.
- Covent Garden
- Soho food
Day 4: Historic day
Tower of London and Tower Bridge day.
- Tower of London
- Tower Bridge
Day 5: Depart
Final shopping or park time before departure.
- Hyde Park or last-minute shopping
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