Two days in London
Two days are enough to see two different versions of London without turning the visit into a race. The first day concentrates on ceremonial London; the second follows the capital’s history east towards its oldest district.
Why this route works
Westminster and the City of London contain many of London’s most important landmarks but tell different stories. They are connected by direct public transport and by the Thames, making the move east straightforward.
Begin with Parliament, royal London, national history and the green space surrounding St James’s Park. Keeping the first day compact allows time for one substantial interior rather than rushing through several ticketed attractions.
Move east for Roman remains, medieval lanes, St Paul’s Cathedral, modern towers and the Tower of London. The area reveals London’s history through its streets rather than requiring constant transport between isolated attractions.
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