City Breaks

Itinerary for a Perfect Day in Central London

 

London is a sprawling metropolis which makes it nearly impossible to write a walking tour to the whole city. With this in mind, I’ve broken it up into Central, West & East London. Here is your guide on how to spend a perfect day exploring Central London.

 

Green Park
Just opposite the road you’ll find beautiful Green Park which is one of the city’s Royal Parks. Take the scenic route from Buckingham Palace to Westminster by strolling through this pretty park and its tree-lined pathways.
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Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture in London. It’s one of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites making it a must for visitors. Go inside and marvel at the stained glass windows and towering ceilings.
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Big Ben
You cannot come to London and miss Big Ben. The famous clock tower has become synonymous with London and is instantly recognisable the world over. Nothing beats seeing it in real life. It’s a twenty minute walk from Westminster Abbey and you’ll pass beautiful examples of heritage architecture along the way.
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Westminster Bridge
If you want to capture the most iconic photos of London, then this bridge ought to be your first choice. From here you can capture incredible shots of Big Ben, the London Eye and the House of Parliament.
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London Eye
No trip to London would be complete without a ride on the London Eye. Amble across Westminster bridge snapping photos at every turn and you’ll be greeted by the iconic London Eye on the other side. Take a ride on this iconic ferris wheel to get your bearings on the city.
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Lunch at Spring
Spring has to be one of the loveliest restaurants in Central London. Located inside a restored 19th century drawing room, the interior features rococo columns and marble countertops decorated with an abundance of flowers and plants. The menu changes daily offering the best of every season.
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Covent Garden
No day in Central London is complete without visiting everyone’s favourite Covent Garden. This outdoor market is buzzing with chic boutiques and cute cafes. Favourite pit stops include macarons at Laduree, vegan burgers at By Chloe and everything avocado at London’s very first avocado-only restaurant.
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Liberty London
The department store of all department stores, Liberty has become a London institution. The pretty blooms out the front are probably some of the most photographed flowers in London. Inside you’ll find upmarket designers and luxury British goods in a Tudor-revival interior.
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Curators Coffee Gallery
If you’re anything like me you’ll be suffering from that mid-afternoon lull, meaning it’s time for a well-earned coffee stop. Curators Coffee Gallery is a beautiful little spot with honeycombed tiling and speciality coffee. It’s just a five minute stroll from Liberty, so after you’ve shopped your heart out you can rest those weary feet.
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Oxford Circus
If you up for some more shopping, step out onto Oxford Circus and explore the great British Highstreet making a beeline for Topshop. If you’re shopped out, this is still an iconic place to visit, if only to watch the stream of red London buses drive down Oxford Street.
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Dinner at Sketch
Enter the magical world of Sketch where surreal art decorates the walls and toilets are in fact egg-shaped pods. This weird and wonderful complex features a blush pink tea room designed by mastermind David Shrigley and an aviary-decorated bar.
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Kanchipuram sarees says:

July 21, 2018 at 12:59 pm

nice post