Discover our 2 days in London itinerary. Check out the best things to do in the English capital, even if you’re short on time.
First day in London
To start your day in the English city, one tip we always give you to make the most of your time is to wake up early. That way, you can really enjoy the weather and all that London has to offer.
Start your journey by strolling through Piccadilly Circus, one of the city’s main squares. From there, head to Buckingham Palace, where the traditional changing of the guard takes place at 11am. Then head to Trafagal Square, named in memory of a battle that was won. It also houses a monument to Admiral Nelson.
Afterwards, have lunch in a delicious English restaurant and take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the Queen’s country. In the afternoon, head to the National Gallery and end the day by going to Whitehall Street, which is home to three other very important tourist attractions: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the London Eye.
Just don’t forget to book this, and all the other tours you take, in advance online. And at the end of the day, if you like, enjoy one of the many nightclubs that London has to offer.
Important tip: To make the most of your trip is to stay in the best region. If you want, see our article here that explains the best area, hotels and how to save a lot on accommodation.
Second day in London
On this last day of your trip to London, start by visiting Tower Bridge, which is a great symbol of the city and has appeared in films and song lyrics. Take the opportunity to take lots of photographs of this incredible monument to the city.
Next, you can head to the Tower of London and on to the enchanting St. Paul’s Cathedral, which is one of the largest in the world and the largest in the whole of England. Afterwards, take a break for lunch and continue your tour by going to Hyde Park, the city’s largest park and one of the most beautiful in the country. It’s worth walking around and discovering all the different corners.
And to round off your trip, how about a bit of shopping? Take a stroll down Oxford Street, where you can pick up some really nice souvenirs.
Save money on tickets to attractions in London
A very good tip for planning your London sightseeing is to list all the museums, indoor parks and other attractions you want to see. From there, just go to this London Ticket Site and check the price of the tickets.
Save money on your trip to London:
Saving money: do you want to plan your trip while making the most of your budget? Be sure to read our article on how to travel to London cheap, with all the tips to save the most, while still enjoying it!
Mobile chip: We always use this chip. It’s electronic (eSIM), you install it instantly and you can use your cell phone’s Internet anywhere in the world.
Hotels: our article on where to stay in London. You will find out the best area, the hotels that we have stayed there and how to save a lot on the hotel.
Travel insurance: medical care in another country is very expensive and it is extremely important to take out travel insurance for any trip abroad. This is the website we always take out our insurance on. Reliable and at a good price.
Transfer: do you need one, from the airport to the hotel? Find out here how to book and for the lowest price!
