One Week in London? Here's What to See and Do 🌟

Planning a week in London? This city has it all – royal palaces, world-class museums, buzzing markets, cozy pubs, and riverside walks. London mixes history and modern vibes in the best way, and a week gives you just enough time to explore the highlights without rushing. Here’s how to make the most of your 7 days in this iconic city.

Day 1 – Classic London

* Start at Westminster: Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, and Westminster Abbey
* Walk to Buckingham Palace, watch Changing of the Guard 👑
* Relax in St. James’s Park 🌳
* Evening: London Eye ride for skyline views

Day 2 – Tower and River

* Visit Tower of London 🏰 and see the Crown Jewels
* Walk Tower Bridge 🌉 and enjoy the glass floor
* Explore Borough Market for food 🥪
* Evening Thames cruise 🚤

Day 3 – Museums and Culture

* Spend the morning at the British Museum 🎨
* Afternoon at National Gallery or Tate Modern
* Covent Garden for dinner, shopping, and street performers 🎭

Day 4 – Royal and Green

* Explore Kensington Palace & Gardens 👑
* Hyde Park walk or picnic 🌳
* Visit Harrods and Knightsbridge shopping 🛍️
* Evening in Notting Hill 🌸

Day 5 – Quirky London

* Head to Camden Market 🍔🎶
* Walk Regent’s Canal or visit London Zoo 🦁
* Explore Shoreditch for street art 🎨
* Dinner in Brick Lane (famous for curries) 🍛

Day 6 – Day Trip

* Windsor Castle 🏰, Oxford 🎓, or Stonehenge 🌄 – easy day trips from London

Day 7 – Greenwich & Farewell

* Take a boat to Greenwich 🚤
* See the Prime Meridian line and Royal Observatory
* Visit Cutty Sark ship ⛵
* End with a walk along the South Bank and a final pub dinner 🍻

✨ Tips:

* Get an Oyster Card or contactless card for easy travel 🚇
* Many museums are free, so plan extra visits
* Book West End theatre tickets in advance 🎭
* Carry comfy shoes – you’ll walk a lot