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Rainy day

  1. 1

    World history from the Rosetta Stone to Parthenon sculptures

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Pick three galleries to avoid fatigue
    • Open late on Fridays some seasons
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  2. 2

    European painting from Van Gogh to Leonardo

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Open late on Fridays
    • Free daily highlights tours
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  3. 3

    Worlds largest decorative arts museum

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Fashion and Cast Courts are highlights
    • Cafe is in the stunning Gamble Room
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  4. 4

    Dinosaurs and Hintze Hall in a Romanesque palace

    • Tip: Go early
    2 tips
    • Free entry
    • Walk in from Exhibition Road for shorter lines
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  5. 5

    Hands-on science and technology, great for families

    • Tip: Book ahead
    2 tips
    • Free entry
    • Wonderlab has a fee
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  6. 6

    Modern art in a former power station

    3 tips
    • Free permanent collection
    • Blavatnik terrace has panoramic views
    • Fridays and Saturdays open late
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  7. 7

    Modern conflict exhibits and Holocaust gallery

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Holocaust galleries unsuitable for under 14s
    • Allow 3 hours
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  8. 8

    Wrens domed cathedral with Whispering Gallery

    3 tips
    • Climb 528 steps for the view
    • Evensong is free
    • Photography restricted inside
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  9. 9

    Gothic coronation church and royal burial place

    • Tip: Book ahead
    2 tips
    • No photos inside
    • Audio guide included
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  10. 10

    Historic fortress housing the Crown Jewels

    • Tip: Go early
    • Tip: Book ahead
    1 tip
    • Join a free Yeoman Warder tour
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Before you go: London tips

Transportation

  • Tap in with contactless: use a contactless card or phone on the Tube and buses; daily and weekly fare caps apply automatically.
  • Use the bus for sightseeing: double-decker routes pass major landmarks and use the same tap-in fare cap.
  • Ride the Thames Clippers: Uber Boat by Thames Clippers offers river transport with great skyline views.

Security

  • Watch for pickpockets: be careful in crowded tourist areas like Oxford Street, the Tube and Leicester Square.
  • Avoid street games: shell game scams on Westminster Bridge are rigged; walk past and keep your wallet away.
  • Use licensed cabs: take black cabs or pre-booked minicabs; avoid unlicensed drivers touting for fares at night.

Saving

  • Visit free museums: the British Museum, Tate Modern, National Gallery and Natural History Museum are free to enter.
  • Eat at markets: Borough Market and street food markets offer tasty meals for less than sit-down restaurants.
  • Get theatre deals: use the TKTS booth in Leicester Square or day-seat schemes for discounted West End tickets.

Weather/Clothing

  • Carry an umbrella: London rain is frequent but usually light; a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket is wise year-round.
  • Layer for changeable weather: temperatures shift during the day, so bring layers even in summer.
  • Wear comfortable shoes: you will walk a lot between stations and sights, so pick supportive footwear.

Cultural

  • Stand on the right: on escalators, stand on the right and walk on the left; Londoners take this seriously.
  • Queue politely: orderly queues are expected at bus stops, shops and attractions; never cut in line.
  • Try a Sunday roast: pubs across London serve roast meat with Yorkshire pudding and gravy on Sundays.

Local Hacks

  • Walk between Tube stations: some central stations are closer on foot than by train, such as Covent Garden and Leicester Square.
  • Enjoy free views: Sky Garden is free to visit with advance booking, offering panoramic city views.
  • Use Citymapper: the app gives accurate routes across Tube, bus, rail and bike options in real time.

1-day itineraries in London

Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.

Day 1 of 3

Buckingham Palace and around

🕘 9:30–17:15📍 5 stops

  1. 1Buckingham Palace
  2. 2Big Ben and Parliament
  3. 3London Eye
  4. 4Covent Garden
  5. 5British Museum
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Day 2 of 3

Tower Bridge and around

🕘 9:30–17:30📍 5 stops

  1. 1Tower Bridge
  2. 2Tower of London
  3. 3Sky Garden
  4. 4St Pauls Cathedral
  5. 5Imperial War Museum
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Day 3 of 3

Natural History Museum and around

🕘 9:30–16:15📍 4 stops

  1. 1Natural History Museum
  2. 2Victoria and Albert Museum
  3. 3Science Museum
  4. 4Portobello Road
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