An itinerary to explore London and the surrounding area
How to actively spend a week or more in London and the surrounding area
Do you think that the Euro weekend in London will show you everything that such a big city has to offer and nothing more? Error. London is truly a city of many faces and diverse cultures, atmospheres and rhythms. You will find history, modern architecture, tranquility in the parks, walks along the river away from the hustle and bustle of the city and the pleasure of farm animals. In addition, there are many places around the city that are easily accessible by bus or train and are also worth a visit. Here are some of my tips worth visiting.
1 day
City center tour - City of London
Upon arrival, you are sure to look forward to the historic city center. A walk along the Thames around the biggest highlights of the city will be the right way to tune in to the rhythm of the city.
Walk along the Thames
London promenade around the river
Most of the historic capitals have at least one larger river flowing, and a walk along its banks will usually take you to the very center of the city. Not even London escapes and its Thames forms the typical character of the city. There is a pedestrian promenade along both banks of the Thames, so you can enjoy the view of historical monuments as well as modern skyscrapers undisturbed, or sit on a bench for a while. My private tip is to come here early in the morning, because you won't meet crowds of tourists here, just a few Londoners jogging. continue reading
Day 2
South bank of the river topped with shopping
London is also a paradise for shopping lovers. Why not combine a walk around the city with culture and end the day on the most famous local shopping street, Oxford street.
Walk for shopping and city tour
From South Embankment to Oxfort street
A full day walk through the city center with interesting cultural stops, ending with shopping on London's shopping street. Such is the description of the route, which takes you from the promenade along the Thames, through the cute Covent Garden, Asian Soho, the iconic Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and the day ends with shopping on Oxford Street. continue reading
3 day
Quiet English parks and river canals
After two days of soaking up the hustle and bustle of the city, you can go hide and relax in the beautiful English parks, famous for their careful maintenance. And remember that you can really step on the grass here and feel free to have a picnic here. Here you don't even have to leave the city center for this day trip and you will find a pleasant refuge from the hustle and bustle of tourists.
Walk through London's parks and along the canal
From Victoria station to Camden
A full day walk through London, which leads to parts of the city where parks predominate and a quiet walking path along the river canals. We liked the route because you will enjoy the beautifully landscaped British parks, where you can feed squirrels and parrots by hand and then move to Venice, Italy with gondolas floating on river canals. All this without leaving the city center. continue reading
4 day
An unconventional walk through London, where not many tourists get lost
Parts of London that are not in the heart of the city have the advantage that you will not stumble among crowds of tourists. Nevertheless, there is something to look at and discover. During this walk, we wandered into the western part of the city to the modern financial district of Canary Wharf or to the zero meridian in Greenwich.
An unconventional circuit of London without tourists
Cable car, modern financial district, Greenwich and boat
I am adding a tip for a full day walk through London, if you want to avoid the crowds of tourists and the most crowded but also crowded places. We liked this trip because it offers an unconventional view of the city, both from the height of the cable car, a modern financial center from Wall street, free rest in the animal park and finally you can see the center from the river. continue reading
5 days
Unconventional activities in London
The big cities are full of expensive attractions such as boat trips on the river, hop-hopoff buses or expensive entrances to monuments, where you still have to stand a long queue to enter. But it goes differently. You can try one of our tips for non-traditional activities, which are either free or a cheaper alternative.
Unconventional activities in London
Free or cheap
London is generally a relatively expensive city in terms of traditional experiences. Admission to landmarks such as the Tower of London or the London Eye is around £ 25 or more. Our several-month stay in London has allowed us to explore the city more, so I give you some tips on interesting attractions that are much cheaper or completely free and worth visiting. continue reading
6th - 7th day
Parks around London
If you have enough time to visit London, I would recommend reserving a day or more to visit the large London parks, some of which are closer to the center and some a short distance from the outskirts of the city. A day trip to Hampstead, for example, along with its central hill park or Richmond park with free-running deer are our favorites.
London parks
The most beautiful parks in the center and around the city
London is one of the greenest cities in Europe, so here you will find almost every corner a smaller or larger park or garden, where you can hide from the hustle and bustle of the city. British gardening and park maintenance has a long tradition and is evident on every corner. Deciduous trees that are several decades old are the order of the day, a well-kept lawn, which, unlike us, can be stepped on or sitting on, you will find all this and much more here. There must be ponds and all kinds of birds and famous squirrels. continue reading
Day 8
A tour of the Windsor Royal Palace and the prominent Eton College
The second week in London gives you the opportunity to peek beyond the city limits. A good one-day trip tip is to visit the Windsor Royal Palace and the prominent Eton College.
A tour of Windsor and Eton
Royal residence and prestigious boys' school
An interesting day trip outside the gates of London is undoubtedly a visit to the town of Winsdor with the royal residence in its center and together with the prestigious boys' high school in Eton lying across the river. From London, you can easily get here by train with the Southwest railway line in less than an hour to the west. The city is frequently visited by tourists, especially in nice weather. continue reading
Day 9
The white cliffs of Dover
On the ferry to England, the white cliffs at Dover Harbor will be the first thing to welcome you. So why not go here for a day trip, when it is 2.5 hours by train from London.
A tour of Dover
Entrance gate to a British island
The port city of Dover is located closest to the shores of France and therefore the city of Calais. The English Channel is just 34 km away from the cities. In Dover we find a large dock, where both ferries arrive and there is a canal with submarine train traffic. The chalk-white cliffs at Dover are the first to welcome visitors to the British Isles. But what all this town offers visitors can be found in the content of this article. continue reading
Day 10
University City of Cambridge
The next day, you can head north to the university town of Cambridge. In 2 hours by direct train from the city center, you can enjoy a completely different atmosphere than in London. Dormitories, historic buildings and boats passing through the university campus like Venetian gondolas. That's what so many tourists come here this season, so you'd better leave early in the morning.
A tour of Cambridge
Famous university town with history
The breathtaking city of Cambridge, with a reputation far ahead, is a good choice if you have already visited London and want to discover something new within easy reach. But the homeland of the world-famous Cambridge University or an explanatory English dictionary of it offers much to explore. Here you will find countless old dormitory buildings that will take you back in history for several centuries, as well as peaceful river canals with boats reminiscent of Venice. continue reading
Day 11
Massive chalk strings Seven sisters
A popular summer day trip is a walk along the edge of the Seven Sisters, which are a beautiful walking tour of the port town of Eastbourne in the south of England.
A trip to the cliffs of Seven Sisters
Walk on the white cliffs
The white, towering rocks are usually the first to welcome visitors to the British Isles, coming from the European continent through the English Channel. On a clear day, the white color of the cliffs glows into the distance, and in bad weather, they are shrouded in fog, where they become invisible. A walk along the top of these cliffs from Eastbourne to Birling Gap is a light 4-kilometer afternoon entertainment with plenty of breathtaking views in distance and depth. It's such an ideal 1-day trip from London, 1.5 hours by train. continue reading
Day 12
Brighton seaside
The famous seaside resort of Brighton is just an hour’s train ride from London in the south of the island. Young people come here to enjoy endless parties, but the town has a lot to offer to all its visitors. In the warm summer months, endless beaches offer refreshment.
A tour of Brighton
Seaside resort near London
If you are in London and want to enjoy a little sea and summer seaside atmosphere, a trip to Brighton is definitely a good idea. This city is south of London, just an hour's train ride from the city center. You can look forward to long pebble beaches, attractions such as Matějská, bars and countless seagulls, which simply belong to the city. continue reading
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