what can i possible do in 3 days in London?

Answer 1

Most of the above are great ideas.

I was in London for three days back in April. I knew I wouldn't get to see it all, so I didn't worry myself about that, and instead, endeavored to simply obtain an overview of what London is like.

Before I went, I had some tough decisions to make. I wrote down all of the things off the top of my head that I just had to see. With three days, you don't have time to follow what everybody else says you have to see- go with your own heart! Only use a book after you've done the things you already know you have to do!

I chose three areas to focus on, and I suggest that you do something similar, once you figure out what your areas of interest are. In case it may help you, I'll tell you of my trip so that you can see how I planned my trip around three ideas.

For instance, I love history and I knew that I wanted to focus on the Tudor period (King Henry VIII), the hauntings of Jack the Ripper, and I also love bridges & the River Thames.

So on my first day, I took a train out to the countryside to visit the birthplace and gravesite of my chosen JTR suspect. Later that night, in London, I rode the double decker busses all over and saw quite a bit of London that way.

The next day, I took the train out to Hampton Court Palace (King Henry the VIII), I went to the Tower later that afternoon. I went on a JTR tour later that night.

The next day, I simply walked all the way up and down and across all (or most) of the bridges across the River Thames, watching people and having a relaxing day.

Someday, before long, I'll get myself back to England and hopefully then, I'll have time to see what the books tell you to see. But for now, I'm content because I did exactly what I had always wanted to do there.

I hope this helped at least a little, and I wish you a safe a lovely trip!

Answer 2

Take one of the tourist double decker buses - they're really great, and have a running commentary provided. You can also get on and off at your leisure. Unfortunately, they don't go that near Buckingham Palace (buses aren't allowed on the Mall - the road leading up to the Palace) - but take a look. Go on the London Eye for a great panorama, or for a slightly cheaper option, go to St Paul's Cathedral and walk to the top. Find a good pub, there are plenty. Have a nose around Harrod's, a really cool shop (though VERY expensive) and walk down Oxford Street. Ride on the Underground (or Tube) - the oldest in the world, and take a black taxi. Also, if you have time, have a cream tea in a tea room!

There's fantastic museums and galleries - a lot of them are free (the Natural History Musuem, and Tate Britain for example) - although you may have to pay for some exhibitions. There's excellent restaurants - try an Indian restaurant on Brick Lane (or adjoining roads) or a Chinese Restaurant in China Town. And when you want to do something a little more leisurely, take a stroll along the Thames, or simply sit in one of the many large parks.

Go to the theatre, there's lots.

Three days is a short space of time and you can pack in plenty.

Answer 3

First of all, buy a TRAVELCARD (they are about £6 a day) as this will give you unlimited travel on the buses, underground and regular trains within London. Buy it at any underground station. Then - well, it all depends what you want to see! If you are willing to pay the admission fees, there are places like Buckingham Palace/Kensington Palace/Tower of London to see, and I think a ride on the London Eye (that big ferris wheel) is good - take a camera for the views. The Museum of London is interesting - and free. There's very impressive places of worship, such as St Paul's Cathedral (where Charles and Diana were married) or Westminster Abbey (which is right next to Big Ben), or Westminster Cathedral (which is a short walk from Westminster Abbey). Trafalgar Square is nice for a few photos - and the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery are right next to it (and also free...). I think a boat trip up the Thames - it leaves from Westminster and goes to Hampton Court and takes about 3 hours - is interesting, and it's probably worth having a look in Hampton Court itself too. There are special double-decker tourist buses, and just paying the fee to ride around all the sights on one of these is worth it, I've been told! (Much easier than dragging yourself around by public transport!) Personally I think you should try a traditional English meal - not fish and chips (although that is nice) but a curry. I thought a helpful site to look at (I just found it by chance) was: http://www.londontourist.org/time.html

Answer 4

Day 1, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Then take a trip to London's eye. Visit Trafalgar Square and enjoy The Mall going to Buckingham Palace. Check out Piccadilly Circus visit the British Museum. You might want to watch a show at night.
Day 2, St Paul Cathedral, Tate Modern, Tower of London Camden for restaurants.
Day 3, shopping!!! you might want to check out Harrods in Knightsbridge. a lot of shops to choose from when you reach Knightsbridge.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

If you get up early...plenty of things...
Buy yourself a bus tour ticket for the double decker buses...
You can hop on and off them at your own speed and visit as many places as you can cram in to the 24 hours they are valid...
Buckingham Palace is a must, Kensington, Piccadilly, Trafalgar Square, etc....
and the many museums are all worth seeing, just take your pick..
Go to the thater at least once...
have some "pub grub"
London is a magnificent city...
A 3 day stay is just an "appetiser"! (You will definitely want to return again, and again!)

Answer 7

That's not enough time to enjoy all London has to offer.
The Tower Bridge
Harrods
looking at The Thames
Taking a double decker bus(b4 they get rid of them)
Taking their extra clean trains. They go whereever You want to.
Looking at the BUILDINGS.....They're OLD!
Look at ALL the HISTORY

Answer 8

watch the changing of the guard, go visit the countryside, take ride on the tube, visit the queen at Buckingham, visit 10 Downing Street, take a ferry across to France, spend the day on the coast... I hope you are not saying you are board... oh what i wouldn't do to trade places with you to see the motherland!

Answer 9

1st day the british museum
2nd day london aquarium
3rd day leave London!

Answer 10

Haven't you ever heard the experession "I've gone to London to visit the Queen".......go have a chat and be sure to ask why she always wears those awful hats in public.