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London is a vibrant mix of history, culture and modern attractions. In five days, you can explore its iconic landmarks, world-class museums, charming neighborhoods and diverse food scene.
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Things to do in London
Museums (all are free)
Victoria Albert Museum
Natural History Museum
Tate Museum
British Museum
Afternoon tea (book ahead)
Palm Court at the Ritz Luxury Afternoon Tea in London | Hotel Afternoon Tea At The Ritz
Nomad - Thurs–Sun The NoMad Restaurant
Langham - Afternoon Tea in London | Palm Court at The Langham London
Markets
Boroughs Market - London’s premier food market | Borough Market
Camden Lock Market — very hip (think Little Five Points) Home | Camden Market
Notable landmarks to visit
Buckingham Palace
Houses of Parliament
London Eye
River Thames Cruise
British Museum
Tower of London
Soho
Platform Nine & Three-Quarters
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
Chinatown
Natural History Museum
Day trips
Stonehenge
Bath
Oxford
Windsor
Cambridge
Places to eat & drink in London
Heston Blumenthal: Dinner by Heston Blumenthal | Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London (must reserve way ahead)
Tattersalls Tavern: The Tattersalls Tavern Pub Restaurant in Knightsbridge (able to book ahead)
EL&N London Cafe: EL&N London | Elevating the everyday dining experience Lunch/Brunch
Petrus: Pétrus by Gordon Ramsay - Knightsbridge Michelin Star Restaurant | Gordon Ramsay Restaurants (must book ahead)
Sky Garden: London's highest public garden. Book ahead for cocktails at sunset or dinner.
Need to know
Nightlife
Ministry of Sound
Vaulty Towers
Marksman Public House
Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town
The Four Quarters
Ladies & Gents
The Vaults
Soho
Shopping
Oxford Street
Selfridges
Portobello Road Market
We Built This City
Regent Street
Liberty
Camden Lock Market
Covent Garden & Seven Dials
Knightsbridge
Harrods
Borough Market
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