London in 3 days: what to see day by day
Ready-to-use 3 days itinerary for London: 15 places grouped geographically into walking routes (18 h of pure visiting time) with opening hours and places to eat along the way.
1 day · 2 days · 3 days · Things to do in London
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Day 1 · 5 h 45 min visiting · approx. 4.4 km walking between stops
- Buckingham Palace — 1 h 30 min visit. It is the official residence and principal workplace of the British monarch in London. Hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:30.
- St. James's Palace — 45 min visit (approx. 530 m from previous stop). Built by Henry VIII between 1531 and 1536, it is the oldest royal palace in London.
- 10 Downing Street — 15 min visit (approx. 730 m from previous stop). It is the official residence and office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, not open for tours like Blewcoat School.
- Big Ben — 15 min visit (approx. 370 m from previous stop). Instead of a static monument, it is an iconic clock tower whose chimes are audible in the Westminster area.
- Westminster Abbey — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 240 m from previous stop). Since 1066, it has been the site of coronations and burials of British monarchs. Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–16:00.
- Westminster Cathedral — 1 h visit (approx. 930 m from previous stop). Built between 1895 and 1903, it is the largest Catholic church in Great Britain, with an 83-meter high observation tower. Hours: Mon–Fri 09:30–17:00 · Sat–Sun 09:00–18:00.
- Nelson's Column — 30 min visit (approx. 1.6 km from previous stop). At 51 meters high, the column commemorating Admiral Horatio Nelson is a dominant feature of Trafalgar Square.
Where to eat along the route (Day 1)
- Quilon — It stands out among other Michelin-starred Indian restaurants, offering South Indian cuisine with an emphasis on seafood.
- Chutney Mary — Opened in 1990, it specializes in exquisite dishes from various regions of India, which distinguishes it from other cuisines.
Day 2 · 5 h 45 min visiting · approx. 1.5 km walking between stops
- Palace of Westminster — 2 h visit. It is the seat of the British Parliament, with the House of Commons, the House of Lords, and the Elizabeth Tower, housing Big Ben.
- Westminster Bridge — 30 min visit (approx. 300 m from previous stop). Its green color refers to the seats in the House of Commons, distinguishing it from other structures like the London Eye.
- London Eye — 1 h visit (approx. 290 m from previous stop). It measures 135 meters in height, being the tallest observation wheel in the world in 2000. Hours: Mon–Sun 11:00–18:00.
- Trafalgar Square — 45 min visit (approx. 800 m from previous stop). A square commemorating the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, featuring Nelson's Column and the National Gallery.
- National Portrait Gallery — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 130 m from previous stop). Opened in 1856, it is the world's first art gallery dedicated exclusively to portraits. Hours: Sun–Thu 10:30–18:00 · Fri–Sat 10:30–21:00.
Where to eat along the route (Day 2)
- Quaglino's — Opened in 1929, this iconic Mayfair restaurant stands out with its elegant Art Deco interior and live music.
- Veeraswamy — Opened in 1926, it is the oldest Indian restaurant in the UK, awarded a Michelin star.
Day 3 · 6 h 30 min visiting · approx. 4.5 km walking between stops
- St Paul's Cathedral — 1 h 30 min visit. Its dome, 111 meters high, is taller than the tower of the nearby Westminster Abbey. Hours: Mon–Sat 08:30–16:00.
- Royal Opera House — 3 h visit (approx. 1.7 km from previous stop). Opened in 1858, it is the third building on this site and home to the Royal Opera and Royal Ballet.
- Hyde Park — 2 h visit (approx. 2.9 km from previous stop). An expansive 142-hectare park, established in 1536, significantly larger than The Green Park (16 ha).
Where to eat along the route (Day 3)
- Yauatcha — The Michelin-starred restaurant specializes in dim sum and refined Cantonese cuisine, standing out with its wide range of teas.
- Bob Bob Ricard — Known for its extravagant Art Deco interior and tables equipped with "Press for Champagne" buttons.
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