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
- Victoria and Albert Museum 4.8★ (67,000 reviews) · Art museum
- Queen Mary's Rose Gardens 4.8★ (5,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London 4.8★ (102,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Tower of London 4.7★ (119,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Palace of Westminster 4.7★ (5,200 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- The British Museum 4.7★ (173,000 reviews) · Museum
- 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
- Blacklock Soho 4.7★ (5,100 reviews) · Steak
- Blacklock Covent Garden 4.7★ (2,600 reviews) · Steak
- Regency Cafe 4.7★ (4,900 reviews) · Cafe
- Prufrock Coffee 4.6★ (2,700 reviews) · Coffee shop
Where to drink
- Old Shades 4.7★ (5,900 reviews) · Pub
- The Little Violet Door 4.8★ (1,900 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Cahoots Underground 4.6★ (5,200 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- The Little Scarlet Door 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Lyaness 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Cocktail bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: The National Gallery
- Afternoon: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Dinner: Kennington Lane Cafe
- Nightcap: Old Shades
Day 2
- Morning: Victoria and Albert Museum
- Afternoon: Tower of London
- Dinner: Double J's Cafe
- Nightcap: The Little Violet Door
Day 3
- Morning: Queen Mary's Rose Gardens
- Afternoon: Palace of Westminster
- Dinner: Riviera
- Nightcap: Cahoots Underground
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Frequently asked
How many days do you need in London?
With 23 notable sights and 12 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.