Four days in London offer a great chance to plunge into the world of an enchanting culture, remarkable history, and great variety of sights and landmarks. It would be impossible to cover all the sights in London in such timeline, however, the specified plan can be useful to make the guest’s sightseeing more optimized and unhurried, giving him/her a possibility to see all the main attractions of the city. Below are the strategies on how to maximize every day in London and feel like you are leaving with good memories and desiring to go back again.
Day One: Cities’ Marvels and Other Exclusivities
Morning: Trafalgar Square and a lesser extend Piccadilly Circus
Begin your day by visiting Trafalgar Square, which is one of the most noticeable parts of a city’s infrastructure in London. Crowds here are fairly light in the early morning to enable you to get a proper look at the architecture of the square and some of the statues like the Nelson’s column. The square itself with such impressive neighbors as The National Gallery and St Martin-in-the-Fields church is another plus.
For instance, one can from Trafalgar Square just take a stroll all the way to Piccadilly Circus. Although the current is morning, the lights of the Piccadilly Circus are always lit and glowing. Piccadilly Circus is one of the main road intersections in the commercial and entertainment district of London known for the electronic visual display and the soft-drink advertisers’ signs on the building at the north end of the junction as well as the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountian and the Eros statue.
Mid-Morning:
Next to Piccadilly Circus, proceed to the Buckingham Palace which is the reigning monarch’s London residence. If you are fortunate enough to get here by 11 a. m., make sure to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony as old as the 1600s. The appearance of the guards dressed in special costumes is one of the important touristic attractions, associated with London.
Carry on walking to Westminster Abbey and Houses of Parliament, you can also find the Big Ben there. Westminster Abbey is a mainly Gothic style church in the Westminster City neighbouring the Palace of Westminster up to the west. It is one of the most famous religious structures in Great Britain as well as the primary venue of royal anointing and the burial ground for the English and later the British kings.
Lunch: Traditional Pub Experience
This being the case, after a morning of taking in the sites, sit down in a respectable British tavern and have a large lunch. With regard to dining, there are many pubs in the area which provide such meals as fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, or a Sunday roast dinner. This meal is very welcomed and gives rest during the day and before the next activity in the afternoon.
Afternoon: National Gallery
Back to Trafalger Square and visit the National Gallery of Britain. This is an art gallery that costs nothing to visit, and offers a large amount of European paintings ranging from the 13th to the 19th century from such artists as Leonardo da Vinci, Turner, and Velázquez. The best time to do this yourself is in the afternoon taking time to view masterpieces and period of art.
The National Gallery has well over 2,300 paintings in its collection, including Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers and Young Woman standing at a Virginal by Johannes Vermeer A may be a mere building but the interiors of The National Gallery are breathtaking just like the paintings on its walls.
Evening: Piccadilly and Dinner
At dusk return to the area of Piccadilly Circus. The area is very commercialized with restaurants, theatres and shops. Taste a good meal at any of the restaurants that offer various types of foods from local to international. In the evening, perhaps you can go for a dinner followed by a visit to the West End Theatre which is popular for hosting quality dramas. Examples of musicals include the Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, and Lion king among other musicals.
Day Two: Temples and Ghats of India
Morning: Tate Modern and Arguably.
On the second day don’t miss the Tate Modern, another museum of contemporary arts which is also free of charge; Housed in the old Bankside Power Station the industrial scale of the place is as fascinating as is the art. Some of the collections are pieces by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Mark Rothko, among others. It makes me upset that contemporary art doesn’t work for me, but the terrace of the museum gives a splendid view of some of the best locations in the city such as St. Paul’s cathedral and the millennium bridge.
The original Globe Theatre was the place where Shakespeare performed many of his plays and just a stone’s throw from the theatre you’ll find its modern counter point. It might be worth proactively participating in a guided tour to get to know some history of the theatre itself and of the playwright. The tour at the Globe Theatre takes the visitor to the world of Shakespeare with the actors who give out the historical background about the Elizabethan age.
Mid-Morning: St. Pauls Cathedral from Millennium Bridge
From London’s South Bank, cross the River Thames using the excellent and futuristic Millennium Bridge designed by Norman Foster. The bridge provides wonderful photographic experience concerning the river and the town. On the other side, you will locate the St. Paul’s Cathedral that has an enchanting dome. Take some time to appreciate this piece of art in architecture. St. Paul’s Cathedral is listed among the most famous and most recognized attraction sites in London and its dome has been been an outstanding landmark of the city for 300 years.
The towers and the interior of the cathedral are also impressive: There is the Whispering Gallery, from which one is able to ‘whisper’ to the opponent on the opposite side, and hear the opponent equally clearly. Take a ride to the top for what is considered to be Great Britain’s only 360-degree views of Great Britain.
Lunch: Local Eatery
Locate a traditional café or restaurant to have a lunch nearby St. Paul’s Cathedral. There are also countless opportunities for having a meal here since such areas are always teeming with various cafés and restaurants that allow the visitor to regain their strength for further exploration of the city. The classic British meal to taste is afternoon tea including sandwiches, scones, and pastries.
Afternoon: Oxford Street Shopping
After the lunch, take the tube to Oxford Street, this is widely known as the shopping Mecca of London. Regardless of what one maybe in the lookout for, whether it is souvenirs, fashion items or even gifts, Oxford street has it all. This is a busy commercial street with over three hundred stores ranging from popular departmental stores as Selfridges to the very popular high street fashion stores. Whether for shopping or not, the energy of the street is rather entertaining and should not be missed.
Evening: Covent Garden
Conclude your day in the vibrant area of Covent Garden. Thus, one can find lots of street artists, a number of markets, and a great choice of pubs and restaurants in the area. It is highly recommended to taste good dinner here accompanied with a cocktail in some of the nice oriented bars. Covent Garden is now a lively district with históric past and contemporaneity taste where you can hardly be bored, moreover, it is a perfect place to have a snack or a dinner.
Day Three: Markets and Parks Home and Garden Show and Historic Bridges
Morning: Portobello Road and Notting Hill Canvas
Waking up to the third day, you should plan to begin your day by visiting Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill. This famous market is best for a morning walk; they have items such antiques, fashion, and food. It is arguably one of the longest outdoor markets: the house colours them and give a rather bohemian touch. Notting Hill itself is an interesting area filled with beautiful streets and people filled with joy and positive emotions.
Specifically, awareness for the Portobello Road Market extends in particular to the antique trade; however, this location also offers food and groceries, as well as accessories and miscellaneous snacking opportunities. These are good places to get locally made gifts or even just to take in the bustle of the environment.
Mid-Morning: Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park Tourism
Jog to Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park starting from Notting Hill. These are parks which are adjacent to each other; they are perfect for a picnic if wanted. It is an area that encompasses some of the Royal fulfillments such as; the Kensington Palace, the Albert Memorial, and the Serpentine Galleries locations. There are a number of parks in London, one of the biggest one is Hyde Park where visitor can find a number of open areas, Serpentine lake and different statues & memorials inside the parks.
Lunch:
In the mid of Hyde Park, one can opt for a lunch either carrying packed food or buy some from the nearby sellers. It is actually the best way to have a laid back sessions and make the most of the calm environment. Besides the traditional facilities found in most parks such as picnic area, children play board and rest area, the park provides rented boats on Serpentine, horse back riding and cycling tracks.
Afternoon: Tower of London and Tower Bridge
After the Picnic take the tube to the tower of London, which undoubtedly is one among the most important tourist destinations in the entire city. Visit the castle, look at the crown jewels and also get to know more about the gruesome stories of the place. The Tower of London is strategically located on the northern side of the River Thames; the castle was established towards the end of 1066 in the process of the conquest of England by the Normans.
From there, He should proceed to Tower Bridge, it is one of the most recognised and still functional movable bridges in the world belonging to Britain. There are magnificent sights to be seen from the bridge and you are free to walk across the river for further sight seeing. The charged attractions of the Tower Bridge Exhibition are the display of the bridge construction history or engineering and experience the glass floor at the top of the bridge.
Evening: Borough Market
Borough Market is last on this list of places to visit as you wrap up your day. There are both small areas that can be rented by certain individuals to sell various foods, and organizations and stores that specifically are focused on selling dishes of certain nations. You can feast on a variety of meals for dinner and probably some local deserts to takeaway. Generally, Borough Market is one of the largest and old food markets in London, which, according to the records, started over a thousand years ago.
This market has all sorts of foods ranging from fresh fruits and vegetables to breads, international foods from the street and many other fine foods. Everything that is served there is just amazing so one can really discover a number of flavors out there.
Day Four: Sometimes, Curiosity, Museums and Farewell Views
Morning: British Museum
On the final day, take a tour to Buckingham Palace British Museum is Best Attraction in London. Even if there is no time for more, be sure to take a look at the fabulous lobby and several exhibits; that suffices. A walk through the corridors of the museum will let you travel through centuries and continents due to the museum’s intimidating collection. The British museum as is a notable museum it is one of the largest museums globally that focuses on the history, art, and culture of mankind.
The exhibitions of the museum are the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles, and the Egyptian mummies. The Great Court with the impressive glass roof anywhere would be an excellent place for a tour.
Mid-Morning: London Eye
Next to the British Museum travel to the Thames in order to visit the London Eye. The last scene that you can enjoy in this city Ferris wheel offers a view of the whole city. Of course, tickets are quite expensive, however the view of London from the top is something incredible. The London Eye or also called as the Millennium Wheel is one of the largest observation wheels in Europe.
In the London Eye; a large Ferris wheel, there is a capsule that revolves 360 degrees giving a view of London and on a clear day one can see up to Windsor Castle. It’s a great and rather extraordinary way to finish your trip and make sure you have an extended view of London’s iconography.
Lunch: Riverside Dining
Take a dinner at a restaurant that is close to the river before leaving for the other parts of the country. All the dining establishments provide terrace dining that provides an excellent view of the Thames hence the environment is ideal for a good meal. Select a location characterized by traditional English food or the client may opt for a new type of food from the different available varieties.
Conclusion
One can have a good time and learn new things in Great Britain in Four days investing in a well-coordinated schedule. Some of the places to visit include archaeological sites, art galleries and museums historical buildings, markets, parks as well as gardens among others. This guide maks sure that you do not waste your time and do not choose an activity that does not leave you with a great memory and a wish to come back.
London is a really beautiful city advancing a great history and excellent culture and of course a lot to offer to a tourist. Every day in London is full of new discoveries and exciting events starting from landmarks, fantastic food, to amazing energy of this city. This schedule ensures that one gets a balanced program of the attractions, the experience of the local culture, and recreation to help those planning a vacation have the best of both worlds.