5 days in London Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Hampton Court Palace and Ightham Mote. Do some cultural sightseeing at The British Museum and HMS Belfast. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around London: Eastbourne (Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters & Beachy Head). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Wallace Collection, take a stroll through Westminster, take an in-depth tour of Museum of London, and learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum.

To find more things to do, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our London trip itinerary planning app.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, London Stansted Airport, London City Airport, London Luton Airport, London St. Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International Rail Station, South Cape (Zuid-Kaap) Airport (nonexistent / spam) and Ashford International Rail Station. In September, daytime highs in London are 67°F, while nighttime lows are 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.