Day1
Westminster
Begin with royal, political and ceremonial London in one compact district.
Next day: cross Westminster Bridge to begin directly opposite on the South Bank.
Four days in London
Four Days in London: Follow the Thames Through the City
This itinerary uses the Thames as its organising line. It begins in Westminster, crosses to the South Bank, continues into the City and finishes downriver in Greenwich.
Why this route works
Each day leads naturally towards the next
The route reduces unnecessary journeys while showing how London changes from royal and political centre to cultural riverfront, historic City and maritime Greenwich.
Day2
South Bank
Spend a day beside the Thames combining river views, major cultural venues and an easy eastbound walk without complicated transport.
Next day: several bridges connect the South Bank with the City, including the pedestrian Millennium Bridge.
Day3
City of London
Continue towards St Paul’s and the Square Mile. Roman remains, churches, historic lanes and modern architecture reveal how London developed over two thousand years.
Next day: reach Greenwich by DLR, rail or river service, depending on your starting point and the service operating that day.
Day4
Greenwich
Complete the journey downriver in Greenwich. Maritime history, royal architecture, museums, parkland and skyline views make it feel like a proper final-day destination rather than another central-London checklist.
The complete guide keeps the riverside, museums, market and park in a practical order.
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