TripSmithLondon
A curated guide to London, United Kingdom: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- The National Gallery 4.8★ (62,000 reviews) · Art museum
- Queen Mary's Rose Gardens 4.8★ (5,800 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London 4.8★ (103,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Victoria and Albert Museum 4.8★ (67,000 reviews) · Art museum
- Royal Air Force Museum London 4.8★ (20,000 reviews) · Museum
- Tower of London 4.7★ (120,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Palace of Westminster 4.7★ (5,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Imperial War Museum 4.7★ (31,000 reviews) · Museum
Where to eat
- Kennington Lane Cafe 4.9★ (11,000 reviews) · Cafe
- Double J's Cafe 4.9★ (2,100 reviews) · Cafe
- Riviera 4.8★ (4,800 reviews) · Modern French
- Drury Covent Garden | Cafe & Brunch 4.8★ (3,900 reviews) · Cafe
- Scarlett Green 4.8★ (11,000 reviews) · Cafe
- LUMI Camden 4.8★ (2,700 reviews) · Cafe
- Blacklock Soho 4.7★ (5,100 reviews) · Steak
- Regency Cafe 4.7★ (4,900 reviews) · Cafe
Where to drink
- The Little Violet Door 4.8★ (2,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Old Shades 4.7★ (6,100 reviews) · Pub
- Simmons Bar 4.7★ (5,700 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Cahoots Underground 4.6★ (5,200 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- The Little Scarlet Door 4.6★ (2,300 reviews) · Cocktail bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: The National Gallery
- Afternoon: Victoria and Albert Museum
- Dinner: Kennington Lane Cafe
- Nightcap: The Little Violet Door
Day 2
- Morning: Queen Mary's Rose Gardens
- Afternoon: Royal Air Force Museum London
- Dinner: Double J's Cafe
- Nightcap: Old Shades
Day 3
- Morning: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Afternoon: Tower of London
- Dinner: Riviera
- Nightcap: Simmons Bar
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Frequently asked
How many days do you need in London?
With 29 notable sights and 20 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.