{"id":67743,"date":"2021-06-21T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-21T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=67743"},"modified":"2023-07-07T15:22:58","modified_gmt":"2023-07-07T14:22:58","slug":"24-hours-in-london-the-best-things-to-do-and-see-in-the-capital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/24-hours-in-london-the-best-things-to-do-and-see-in-the-capital\/","title":{"rendered":"24 hours in London: the best things to do"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

There\u2019s a good reason why London is one of the world\u2019s most visited cities. Thousands of reasons in fact. You could spend months exploring its world-class museums and historic royal palaces, its trendsetting restaurants and cutting-edge cultural institutions. But where to visit if you’ve only got 24 hours in London? Our flexible itinerary will help you pick and choose between the best things to do, see and eat in one day.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bringing together the best of London attractions, our guide helps you tick off those bucket-list sights when time is tight. Expect sweeping views that stretch across the River Thames to Buckingham Palace (you’ll know the Queen is home if the Royal Standard flag is flying), a tour around South Kensington\u2019s iconic museums and a night at a West End show to round off your day in London. A full English breakfast and fresh British produce from Borough Market will fuel your explorations, of course. These are the best things to do in London.

GET INSPIRED BY: <\/em><\/strong>London Explorer<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Hyde<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Morning<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

There\u2019s nothing like an early-morning stroll around Hyde Park<\/strong> to start the day. In its 350 acres there\u2019s plenty to see and do. Near Marble Arch<\/strong>, walk past Speakers\u2019 Corner <\/strong>\u2013 the so-called \u2018home of free speech\u2019 \u2013 where historic figures such as Karl Marx and George Orwell got on the soapbox. Breathe deep around the Rose Garden<\/strong>, dip your toes in the Diana Memorial Fountain<\/strong>, or head across to the handsome palace in Kensington Gardens<\/strong> where the Princess of Wales once lived.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

For breakfast? It has to be a full English<\/strong> and a cup of tea<\/strong> at the Serpentine Bar & Kitchen<\/strong>. Keep your eye out for row boats on the lake as you tuck in.\u00a0

GET INSPIRED BY: <\/em><\/strong>Destination guide: England<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Natural<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fuelled up, make your way to South Kensington\u2019s Exhibition Road<\/strong> for a culture-fix. The road was first developed during the Great Exhibiton of 1851, and today its world-class museums and institutions offer something to please all visitors.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Trace the origin of species in the Natural History Museum<\/strong>, where exhibits are dedicated to dinosaurs, mammals and inner Earth, and research scientists work in the state-of-the-art \u2018Cocoon\u2019. Say hi to the skeleton of ‘Hope’ the blue whale in the Central Hall, or cross the road to the Science Museum<\/strong> where collections offer an insight into scientific, technological and medical achievements across the globe. Lovers of art and design will no doubt be drawn to the Victoria & Albert Museum<\/strong>, however. Expect everything from Renaissance artefacts to photography and fashion through the ages, as well as sell-out temporary exhibitions on subject matter as diverse as David Bowie and the Cult of Beauty. All permanent exhibitions are free to visit.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

RELATED CONTENT: <\/em><\/strong>Reasons to explore Britain by travelling beyond London<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"London<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Afternoon<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hop on the underground from South Kensington to Waterloo (Circle or District line followed by the Jubilee) for a 30-minute spin on the London Eye<\/strong> \u2013 it was the world\u2019s tallest Ferris wheel when it was built back in the year 2000. As your observation capsule rotates up 135m into the air, you\u2019ll spot some of the best of London: Buckingham Palace<\/strong>, the Houses of Parliament, <\/strong>the Elizabeth Clock Tower<\/strong> (better know as Big Ben<\/strong>, the name of the bell inside) and St Paul\u2019s Cathedral<\/strong> in the distance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Take note of how the River Thames <\/strong>snakes through the city, because next you\u2019re following its South Bank east to Borough Market<\/strong> for some (well deserved) lunch. It\u2019s a beautiful stretch that takes in London attractions past and present. Pass the Southbank Centre<\/strong>, National Theatre<\/strong> and British Film Institute<\/strong>. Browse vintage books<\/strong> at the characterful market under Waterloo Bridge<\/strong>, step back in time on a tour of Shakespeare\u2019s Globe<\/strong>, or get a fix of contemporary art in the iconic Tate Modern<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don\u2019t fancy walking? No problem. Pick up one of the Santander Cycle<\/strong>s or hop on board a River Thames bus service<\/strong> from the London Eye Pier to the London Bridge City Pier and soak up the sights as you ride.

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\"Borough<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You\u2019ll likely smell the food and hear the traders\u2019 cries before you arrive at Borough Market<\/strong>, where locals have gathered for more than a thousand years. Today, they come for the very best of British produce, sold from overflowing food stalls, small delis and first-rate restaurants. It’s the perfect spot for afternoon nibbling on cured meats from Brindisa<\/strong>, cheese from Neal\u2019s Yard Dairy<\/strong> and globe-trotting street food. Sweet tooth? Bread Ahead<\/strong>\u2019s doughnuts are a must, as is a strong cup of coffee from Monmouth<\/strong>. I<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don\u2019t forget to crane your head skywards to admire the gleaming, 72-storey Shard<\/strong>, the UK\u2019s tallest building, before you get on the tube to the West End for the evening.\u00a0

RELATED CONTENT: <\/em><\/strong>Discover the best markets in London<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Covent<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Evening<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When it comes to things to do in London, browsing Covent Garden<\/strong>\u2019s namesake market and high-end shops is a must on the traveller\u2019s agenda. Walk across the lively piazza<\/strong> and you can almost feel the history in the cobbles, once trodden by coffeehouse thinkers and traders of fruit, veg and flowers. Throw some coins to street performers<\/strong> before choosing from the area\u2019s buffet of good restaurants. Spanish tapas bar Barrafina<\/strong>, New York City-export Balthazar<\/strong> and Italian Cafe Murano<\/strong> are some tried-and-tested favourites. We’d like some extra truffle arrancini, please.\u00a0

RELATED CONTENT: <\/em><\/strong>Top vegetarian and vegan restaurants in London<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Ronnie<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

No day experiencing the best of London would be complete without a West End show<\/strong>. Luckily, you\u2019re in the right place. Covent Garden is the heart of London\u2019s Theatreland, home to The Royal Opera<\/strong> and The Royal Ballet<\/strong> as well as more than 40 theatres showing everything from highbrow performances to mainstream musicals and fringe theatre. Think Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre<\/strong> or The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty\u2019s Theatre<\/strong>. Haven\u2019t booked ahead? Don\u2019t fret. TKTS in Leicester Square<\/strong> sells discounted tickets for same-day performances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you\u2019re not quite ready to call it a night, head to The Savoy<\/strong>\u2019s iconic American Bar<\/strong> for a post-show pick-me-up. It\u2019s Britain\u2019s oldest surviving cocktail bar (it has been pouring drinks since 1893) and one of the best in the world. Expect throwback glamour, live piano, dapper suited waiters and a first-class cocktail menu \u2013 or \u2018Songbook\u2019, as they call it \u2013 inspired by iconic musicians. For something more upbeat, end your one day in London at Ronnie Scott\u2019s<\/strong> legendary jazz club in Soho.

Want to visit the capital? Make the most of the city with our unforgettable <\/em>London Explorer<\/em><\/a> trip<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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