{"id":15840,"date":"2026-05-10T08:12:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-10T06:12:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/?p=15840"},"modified":"2026-09-30T10:06:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T08:06:10","slug":"best-things-to-do-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Things to Do in London: 30 Top Sights, Map &#038; Gluten-Free Travel Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What to see in London<\/b> on your first (or next) visit: in this guide, we show you <b>30 must-see places<\/b>, organized <b>by areas and neighborhoods<\/b> so you can easily plan your route\u2014from <b>Big Ben and Westminster<\/b> to the <b>London Eye<\/b> and <b>Tower Bridge<\/b>, passing through <b>Trafalgar Square<\/b>, <b>Covent Garden<\/b>, <b>Soho<\/b>, the <b>British Museum<\/b>, <b>Hyde Park<\/b>, or <b>Notting Hill<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We include an <b>interactive map<\/b>, <b>practical daily routes<\/b>, transport tips, and <b>recommended tickets<\/b>, in addition to Glutendtrotter tips (for families and <b>gluten-free options<\/b>) so you can enjoy London <b>logically, efficiently, and without missing anything<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here, the bustle of its markets, quiet walks through its parks, the aroma of coffee shops, and that <strong>light rain<\/strong>\u2014which, far from being a nuisance, gives the city even more character\u2014coexist. Although the typical rainy touch of London is common, <strong>we were lucky enough to enjoy several days of sunshine<\/strong>, which allowed us to savor the city in a different light and make the most of every corner.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-13f9775e\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9d7bf954 gb-headline-text\">Book a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatiseguros.com?r=82482642387952\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>good travel insurance<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> for a worry-free stay. You can enjoy a <strong>5% discount with us<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>If it is your first time<\/strong>, I recommend booking a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/free-tour-londres\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><b>free walking tour of London<\/b><\/mark><\/a><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a great way to get to know the main corners and curiosities of the city led by a Spanish-speaking guide.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forget about endless and chaotic lists: in this post, you have the most important points of London, organized logically so you can easily prepare your route, from the banks of the Thames to the most charming neighborhoods.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Are you worried about eating gluten-free in London?<\/strong> It\u2019s a celiac\u2019s paradise! Don&#8217;t miss our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/london-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><b>gluten-free London post<\/b><\/mark><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you will find all our recommendations for traveling without worries.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before going into detail, here is an <strong>interactive map<\/strong> with all <strong>the essential places in London that appear in this post<\/strong>. This way, you can see at a glance where each point is, better plan your visit, and organize your routes by tourist areas.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Zoom_in_explore_and_save_the_map_for_your_trip\" >Zoom in, explore, and save the map for your trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#A_The_heart_by_the_Thames\" >A. The heart by the Thames<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_Palace_of_Westminster_and_Big_Ben\" >1. Palace of Westminster and Big Ben<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Westminster_Abbey\" >2. Westminster Abbey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_London_Eye\" >3. London Eye<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#4_South_Bank_and_Jubilee_Gardens\" >4. South Bank and Jubilee Gardens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#5_Leake_Street_Arches_the_most_underground_graffiti_tunnel_in_London\" >5. Leake Street Arches: the most underground graffiti tunnel in London<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#6_Thames_Cruise\" >6. Thames Cruise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#7_Tate_Modern_Contemporary_art_in_the_heart_of_London\" >7. Tate Modern: Contemporary art in the heart of London<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#8_Millennium_Bridge_St_Pauls_Cathedral\" >8. Millennium Bridge + St. Paul&#8217;s Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#9_Tower_Bridge_Tower_of_London\" >9. Tower Bridge + Tower of London<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#B_West_Zone_%E2%80%93_Palaces_parks_and_luxury_shopping\" >B. West Zone \u2013 Palaces, parks, and luxury shopping<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_Buckingham_Palace_St_Jamess_Park\" >1. Buckingham Palace + St. James\u2019s Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Hyde_Park\" >2. Hyde Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_Kensington_Palace\" >3. Kensington Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#4_Natural_History_Museum\" >4. Natural History Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#5_Science_Museum\" >5. Science Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#6_Victoria_Albert_Museum\" >6. Victoria &amp; Albert Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#7_Harrods\" >7. Harrods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#C_Culture_art_and_the_bustling_West_End\" >C. Culture, art, and the bustling West End<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_Trafalgar_Square_National_Gallery\" >1. Trafalgar Square + National Gallery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Covent_Garden_Neals_Yard\" >2. Covent Garden + Neal\u2019s Yard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_Soho_Chinatown_Carnaby_Street\" >3. Soho + Chinatown + Carnaby Street<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#4_Piccadilly_Circus_and_Leicester_Square\" >4. Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#5_British_Museum_Bloomsbury_%E2%80%93_Cultural_icon_in_London\" >5. British Museum (Bloomsbury \u2013 Cultural icon in London)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#D_Alternative_neighborhoods_and_London_markets\" >D. Alternative neighborhoods and London markets<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_Brick_Lane_and_Shoreditch_street_art_and_urban_culture\" >1. Brick Lane and Shoreditch (street art and urban culture)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Leadenhall_Market_Platform_9%C2%BE_Kings_Cross\" >2. Leadenhall Market + Platform 9\u00be (King\u2019s Cross)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_Camden_Town_canal_to_Primrose_Hill\" >3. Camden Town + canal to Primrose Hill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#4_Regents_Park\" >4. Regent\u2019s Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#5_Little_Venice_canals_and_boat_trip\" >5. Little Venice (canals and boat trip)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#6_Notting_Hill_Portobello_Road\" >6. Notting Hill + Portobello Road<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#7_Marylebone_Sherlock_Holmes_and_bookstores\" >7. Marylebone (Sherlock Holmes and bookstores)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#E_Iconic_and_cultural_experiences_in_London\" >E. Iconic and cultural experiences in London<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_Madame_Tussauds_Wax_museum\" >1. Madame Tussauds (Wax museum)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Royal_Albert_Hall_concerts_and_shows\" >2. Royal Albert Hall (concerts and shows)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_Wembley_Stadium_football_and_events\" >3. Wembley Stadium (football and events)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#F_Viewpoints_and_panoramic_views\" >F. Viewpoints and panoramic views<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_The_Shard_%E2%80%93_Londons_highest_viewpoint\" >1. The Shard \u2013 London&#8217;s highest viewpoint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Sky_Garden_%E2%80%93_A_garden_in_the_heights_free\" >2. Sky Garden \u2013 A garden in the heights (free!)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_Horizon_22_%E2%80%93_Londons_new_free_viewpoint\" >3. Horizon 22 \u2013 London&#8217;s new free viewpoint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#4_Primrose_Hill_%E2%80%93_A_classic_London_spot_with_views\" >4. Primrose Hill \u2013 A classic London spot with views<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#5_Greenwich_Observatory_%E2%80%93_Prime_Meridian_and_postcard_views\" >5. Greenwich Observatory \u2013 Prime Meridian and postcard views<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#G_Optional_for_those_who_want_more_and_never_tire_of_London\" >G. Optional for those who want more (and never tire of London)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Kew_Gardens_Royal_Botanic_Gardens\" >Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Abbey_Road\" >Abbey Road<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Imperial_War_Museum\" >Imperial War Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Columbia_Road_Flower_Market\" >Columbia Road Flower Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Shakespeares_Globe_Theatre\" >Shakespeare\u2019s Globe Theatre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Mayfair_Bond_Street_Mount_Street\" >Mayfair (Bond Street, Mount Street)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Glutendtrotter_tips_for_organizing_your_London_visit\" >Glutendtrotter tips for organizing your London visit<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#1_Organize_your_route_by_areas\" >1. Organize your route by areas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#2_Get_around_with_Oyster_Card_or_contactless_card\" >2. Get around with Oyster Card or contactless card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#3_Check_schedules_before_leaving\" >3. Check schedules before leaving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#4_Useful_apps_for_your_trip\" >4. Useful apps for your trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#5_Book_your_tickets_online_in_advance\" >5. Book your tickets online in advance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#6_Eating_gluten-free_in_London_is_easy_but_dont_be_overconfident\" >6. Eating gluten-free in London is easy (but don&#8217;t be overconfident!)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#7_Organize_a_picnic_in_the_parks\" >7. Organize a picnic in the parks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#8_Traveling_with_children_museums_activities\" >8. Traveling with children: museums + activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#9_London_weather_unpredictable_but_manageable\" >9. London weather: unpredictable but manageable<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-london\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zoom_in_explore_and_save_the_map_for_your_trip\"><\/span><b><i>Zoom in, explore, and save the map for your trip<\/i><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0508981d\">\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1vRg8zIGTxY1LUP7mwbzJmYRQTzVvJP8&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_The_heart_by_the_Thames\"><\/span><b>A. The heart by the Thames<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Palace_of_Westminster_and_Big_Ben\"><\/span><b>1. Palace of Westminster and Big Ben<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting your route at the <\/span><b>Palace of Westminster<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, right next to the imposing <\/span><b>Big Ben<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is diving straight into the political and photogenic heart of London. Whether you admire its neo-Gothic facade from <\/span><b>Parliament Square<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or stroll along the <\/span><b>Thames<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this London icon never ceases to surprise.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-0636cf97\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-0636cf97\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Girl posing with Big Ben in the background\n\nSource: Glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Aitana with Big Ben in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Aitana-con-el-Big-Ben-de-fondo.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-dd5fd449 gb-headline-text\">Big Ben \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have time, <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/AfT2CFP0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">book a guided tour<\/mark><\/a> <\/b>of the inside of <strong>Westminster<\/strong> and the <strong>Churchill War Rooms<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And, of course, don&#8217;t forget the classic photo with <strong>Big Ben<\/strong> in the background.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that <\/span><b>Big Ben<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not really the tower, but the bell inside it? The famous <\/span><b>Elizabeth Tower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the most recognizable monuments in the world, although very few know its real name.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The Seat of the British Government is one of the city&#8217;s nerve centers. Arrive early to avoid crowds and take advantage of the benches in Parliament Square to take the best family photos.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Westminster_Abbey\"><\/span><b>2. Westminster Abbey<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Right in front of Parliament stands <\/span><b>Westminster Abbey<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a Gothic jewel declared a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that is impressive both inside and out. From the coronation of <strong>William the Conqueror<\/strong> in 1066 to the current King, all British monarch coronations have been held here, except for Edward V and Edward VIII. Furthermore, it has been the setting for royal weddings and funerals, making it a true place of pilgrimage for those visiting London.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-c534dae6\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1024x767.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1320x989.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster.avif 1417w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1024x767.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1320x989.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster.webp 1417w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-c534dae6\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1024x767.webp\" alt=\"Very old building with people looking.\n\nWestminster Abbey\n\nSource: Glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Westminster Abbey\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1024x767.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster-1320x989.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Abadia-de-Westminster.webp 1417w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8e6c1428 gb-headline-text\">Westminster Abbey \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interior of Westminster Abbey is a complete history lesson. The entrance fee includes a multimedia audio guide in several languages, perfect for not missing any details of this essential London monument.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like science, don&#8217;t miss the <\/span><b>Scientists&#8217; Corner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the west side, where figures like Newton, Darwin, and Stephen Hawking rest. And if you are a literature lover, in the <\/span><b>Poets\u2019 Corner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (south side), you will find memorials or the graves of more than a hundred writers and poets such as Charles Dickens, Jane Austen, and William Shakespeare.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/bQA7U8O6\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy your tickets<\/a> for Westminster Abbey without waiting in line, as it is one of London&#8217;s must-see spots. Remember that you can <b>download the audio guide on your mobile or tablet<\/b> to make the most of the experience. <b>And a trick<\/b>: worshippers can enter for free during mass times, although they will not be able to access the tombs or historic monuments.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_London_Eye\"><\/span><b>3. London Eye<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>London Eye<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tallest Ferris wheel in Europe<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, offers spectacular views of the London skyline. It is one of the most <\/span><b>popular family attractions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and an experience children won&#8217;t forget, especially at sunset, when the city is bathed in golden tones.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-36349cd0\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-36349cd0\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Very large Ferris wheel with a child posing\n\nLondon Eye\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Paola with the London Eye in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paola-con-el-London-Eye-de-fondo.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3f68d96b gb-headline-text\">Paola and the London Eye in the background \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each of its capsules symbolizes one of the 32 London boroughs&#8230; except for one, which represents the wheel itself. During the <\/span><b>30-minute ride<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can enjoy <\/span><b>panoramas of up to 40 kilometers in every direction<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, identifying many of the city&#8217;s most iconic monuments.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Book your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/entradas-london-eye\/?aid=105992&#038;cmp=queverenlondres\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">London Eye tickets<\/a> and save time in line. And if you&#8217;re not a big fan of heights, you can opt for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/crucero-tamesis-westminster-tower-bridge\/?aid=105992&#038;cmp=queverenlondres\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Thames cruise from Westminster to Tower Bridge<\/a>, a different and relaxed way to enjoy London&#8217;s urban landscape.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_South_Bank_and_Jubilee_Gardens\"><\/span><b>4. South Bank and Jubilee Gardens<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stroll along <\/span><b>South Bank<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the best plans to feel the real London atmosphere. From <\/span><b>Lambeth Bridge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><b>London Bridge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the route along the River Thames allows you to discover street artists, musicians, acrobats, charming terraces, and, of course, the beautiful greenery of <\/span><b>Jubilee Gardens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an ideal park for a family picnic with prime views of the London Eye. In spring and summer, the atmosphere here is especially lively and festive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Jubilee Gardens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was created in 1977 to commemorate the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II.<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, this park houses an emotional monument to the victims of the International Brigades of the Spanish Civil War, especially in memory of the British Battalion.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that the site where Jubilee Gardens stands today was formerly the location of the famous <\/span><b>Discovery Dome<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Skylon Tower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, two icons of the 1951 Festival of Britain?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The <b>walk along South Bank<\/b> is perfect for families, both for its atmosphere and the variety of activities you will always find. Take advantage of the benches and green areas in <b>Jubilee Gardens<\/b> to rest, take photos, or just enjoy a picnic in front of the London Eye.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Leake_Street_Arches_the_most_underground_graffiti_tunnel_in_London\"><\/span><b>5. Leake Street Arches: the most <\/b><b><i>underground<\/i><\/b><b> graffiti tunnel in London<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you like street art? Then look up <strong>Leake Street Arches<\/strong>, the most underground and creative corner of London, famous for its ever-changing <strong>graffiti walls<\/strong>. It is a safe and very fun place to visit as a family: teenagers love that explosion of color and rebellion, and if you are looking for unique photos for your travel album, you will have an unbeatable setting here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We, unfortunately, <strong>could not get close on this occasion<\/strong> because it was off our route, but we have marked it for the next visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leake Street Arches is located in a <\/span><b>300-meter-long<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pedestrian tunnel under the tracks of Waterloo station. It became world-famous thanks to <\/span><b>Banksy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the famous street artist who opened this space in 2008 during the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cans Festival<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of street art.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-d55fb868\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-480x270.avif 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1320x742.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches.avif 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1320x742.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches.webp 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-d55fb868\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Tunnel full of graffiti\n\nLeake Street Arches\n\nSource: canva.com\" title=\"Leak Street Arches\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches-1320x742.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Leak-Street-Arches.webp 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ee73ed6b gb-headline-text\">Leake Street Arches \/ Photography: Canva.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its 300 meters in length, it is also the <\/span><b>largest legal graffiti wall in London <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 imagine how many works it can house! Since then, also called the <\/span><b>\u201cBanksy tunnel\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it has become a living museum of street art that evolves day by day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day, established and emerging graffiti artists express their creations on the walls of this tunnel. There are no strict rules: <\/span><b>anyone can come with their sprays and leave their mark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so the works change constantly. <\/span><b>No two visits are the same<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 one day you will find completely new pieces where others were yesterday.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tunnel is <\/span><b>in continuous evolution<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with new murals replacing the old ones and ensuring surprises at every turn. As if that were not enough, it is a <\/span><b>very photogenic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> experience: the vibrant colorful murals offer a perfect backdrop for original photos full of personality.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you want to see artists in action, stop by in the afternoon. Don&#8217;t worry, <b>the place is not dangerous<\/b> and there are usually other families and tourists looking on with curiosity.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Thames_Cruise\"><\/span><b>6. Thames Cruise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoying a <\/span><b>cruise on the River Thames<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the most relaxed and panoramic ways to discover London. Getting on a boat allows you to see the city from a different perspective, passing by many of the most iconic monuments and neighborhoods in the British capital.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-222d694f\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo.avif 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-222d694f\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Very large river with an old building and a tower with a clock.\n\nRiver Thames with Parliament and Big Ben in the background\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"The River Thames with Big Ben and Parliament in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-rio-Tamesis-con-el-Big-Ben-y-el-Parlamento-de-fondo.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4177e399 gb-headline-text\">The Thames with Parliament and Big Ben in the background \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several companies that offer <\/span><b>boat trips on the Thames<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with options for all tastes: <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/barco-turistico-londres\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">hop-on hop-off sightseeing cruises<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/crucero-londres-atardecer\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">night tours<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/63mRb1bj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">afternoon tea cruises<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and routes included in some <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/nPbWfnyE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">tourist passes<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is an especially comfortable experience if you are traveling with children or simply want to rest between visits.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the trip, you can admire <\/span><b>eight of the most famous bridges in London<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as the iconic <strong>Tower Bridge<\/strong>, <strong>London Bridge<\/strong>, or <strong>Millennium Bridge<\/strong>, in addition to discovering curiosities about the riverside neighborhoods while enjoying the views.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you are looking for a practical and affordable option, you can use the <b>Uber Boat by Thames Clippers<\/b>, with departures every 20 minutes from the main piers. And if you want to take the best photos, choose a seat on the deck.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Tate_Modern_Contemporary_art_in_the_heart_of_London\"><\/span><b>7. Tate Modern: Contemporary art in the heart of London<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tate.org.uk\/visit\/tate-modern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Tate Modern<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the most important contemporary art museums in the world and a must-see in London. Located in a former power station next to the River Thames, its imposing building and characteristic chimney are already part of the London skyline.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Admission to the <\/span><b>Tate Modern is free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, except for some temporary exhibitions, making it a perfect plan for any traveler, especially on rainy days. Inside, you will find more than 800 works of modern and contemporary art, with permanent pieces by great masters such as <\/span><b>Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Salvador Dal\u00ed, or Mark Rothko<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as well as innovative proposals from emerging artists from more than 50 countries.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the museum&#8217;s great attractions is its <\/span><b>rooftop viewing terrace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from where you can enjoy spectacular views of the <strong>Thames<\/strong> river and <strong>St. Paul&#8217;s Cathedral<\/strong>. Without a doubt, an ideal place to combine art, architecture, and unique panoramic views of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Although you can tour the Tate Modern on your own for free, we recommend joining a <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/ouVn3jC9\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">guided tour<\/a> so you don&#8217;t miss any details and make the most of your visit. That way, you will discover curiosities and must-see works led by experts in contemporary art.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Millennium_Bridge_St_Pauls_Cathedral\"><\/span><b>8. Millennium Bridge + St. Paul&#8217;s Cathedral<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crossing the <strong>Millennium Bridge<\/strong> is one of those essential London experiences. This steel pedestrian bridge, also known as the famous \u201cWobbly Bridge,\u201d <strong>connects the vibrant Tate Modern area with the historic City<\/strong> and has become one of the city&#8217;s modern icons. Its minimalist design and prime location offer <strong>spectacular views of the Thames, the dome of St. Paul\u2019s, and the London skyline<\/strong>. It got too late for us to see it, and in the end, we decided to leave it for another trip to London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that the Millennium Bridge became famous because, just after its inauguration in the year 2000, it wobbled when pedestrians walked on it!? They had to close it for two years to fix this curious \u201cresonance effect,\u201d and since then, it hasn&#8217;t stopped attracting visitors from all over the world.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-41d7c968\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-480x270.avif 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1320x742.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral.avif 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1320x742.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral.webp 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-41d7c968\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Modern bridge with a cathedral in the background\n\nMillennium Bridge and the dome of St Paul's Cathedral\n\nSource: canva.com\" title=\"Millennium Bridge and St Paul's Cathedral\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral-1320x742.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Millenium-Bridge-y-St-Paul-Cathedral.webp 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1228a872 gb-headline-text\">Millennium Bridge and St. Paul&#8217;s Cathedral \/ Photography: Canva.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Harry Potter lovers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bridge appears in the movie \u201cThe Half-Blood Prince,\u201d where Death Eaters destroy it (don&#8217;t worry, it&#8217;s still standing!). If you are a fan of the saga, you can join a <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/tour-harry-potter\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Harry Potter tour of London<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and discover many more filming locations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just across the Millennium Bridge, you will find yourself face-to-face with <\/span><b>St. Paul\u2019s Cathedral<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of London&#8217;s most iconic and visited monuments. Its imposing white dome, one of the largest in the world, is visible from many corners of the city and has <strong>witnessed historic moments like the wedding of Lady Di and the funeral of Winston Churchill<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interior of St. Paul\u2019s is simply spectacular: the nave, crypt, golden mosaics, and, of course, the famous triple dome, which is accessed by climbing more than 500 steps. But it is very worth it: from the <\/span><b>Golden Gallery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will have panoramic views of London that will leave you speechless.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you can, book your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/entrada-catedral-san-pablo\/?aid=105992&#038;cmp=queverenlondres\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online tickets<\/a> for St. Paul&#8217;s Cathedral (with access to the dome) so you can avoid lines. If you are religious, you can enter during mass times, although you won&#8217;t be able to see the whole monument for free. And if you don&#8217;t want to miss the choir performance, you can visit it during Sunday Mass.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Tower_Bridge_Tower_of_London\"><\/span><b>9. Tower Bridge + Tower of London<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">End your tour along the Thames at one of the most iconic places to see in London: <strong>Tower Bridge<\/strong>. This iconic <strong>Victorian-style drawbridge<\/strong> is not only one of the most photographed monuments in the city, but it still works today! It got too late for us to see it, and in the end, we preferred to leave it for another trip to London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historically, the lifting mechanism was steam-powered, but today it is fully electronic. <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.towerbridge.org.uk\/es\/spanish\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Check the website<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for opening times to see live how the bridge rises to allow larger ships to pass: it is quite a spectacle, especially for the little ones.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-e86c726c\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-480x270.avif 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1320x742.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge.avif 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1320x742.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge.webp 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-e86c726c\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Bridge formed by two twin towers\n\nTower Bridge\n\nSource: canva.com\" title=\"Tower Bridge\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge-1320x742.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tower-Bridge.webp 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-963604c6 gb-headline-text\">Tower Bridge \/ Photography: Canva.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can tour the interior of Tower Bridge and cross its impressive <\/span><b>glass floor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> more than 40 meters above the ground, enjoying incredible views of the Thames and the London skyline. It is a fun and different experience, ideal for families and lovers of original photos.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just a few steps away is the legendary <\/span><b>Tower of London<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a fortress with over a thousand years of history that has been a palace, a prison, and an armory. Today, it houses the impressive <\/span><b>British Crown Jewels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and is surrounded by a mysterious aura. Legend says that if the ravens disappear from the Tower, the British monarchy will fall. That is why you will always see these curious inhabitants wandering around the grounds.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/es\/atracciones-londres-c67458\/entradas-para-torre-de-londres-visita-guiada-con-un-beefeater-p977133\/?partner=rita_naboni_romanillo-167868&#038;tq_campaign=queverenlondres\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">guided tour with the Yeoman Warders<\/a> (known as Beefeaters) is a great plan, especially if you are traveling with children. Their stories and anecdotes make the experience much more enjoyable. And if you get hungry afterward, there are food markets and cafes in the surrounding area with gluten-free options, perfect for replenishing your energy after the visit.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_West_Zone_%E2%80%93_Palaces_parks_and_luxury_shopping\"><\/span><b>B. West Zone \u2013 Palaces, parks, and luxury shopping<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Buckingham_Palace_St_Jamess_Park\"><\/span><b>1. Buckingham Palace + St. James\u2019s Park<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buckingham Palace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the <strong>official residence of the British monarchy in London<\/strong> and one of the country&#8217;s most iconic symbols. What began as a country house in the 18th century is today a majestic palace that attracts thousands of visitors every day. <strong>Right in front stands the monument to Queen Victoria<\/strong>, made of white Carrara marble, which impresses with its elegance as soon as you arrive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-af5d8379\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham.avif 1789w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham.webp 1789w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-af5d8379\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Very large building with a black fence.\n\nBuckingham Palace\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Buckingham Palace\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/El-Palacio-de-Buckingham.webp 1789w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-282ac53b gb-headline-text\">Buckingham Palace \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few steps from the palace is <\/span><b>St. James\u2019s Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <strong>oldest park in London<\/strong> and one of the most photogenic corners of the city. We were lucky enough to enjoy a sunny morning, ideal for walking through its well-kept gardens, crossing its charming bridges, and taking photos. The views of Buckingham Palace from here, especially at sunrise or sunset, are simply spectacular.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As in many London parks, <strong>squirrels were our trail companions<\/strong>: they approach without fear and even pose nicely in exchange for a hazelnut. The park connects directly with <\/span><b>The Mall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the great ceremonial avenue leading to the palace, making this area an ideal plan for a quiet, family-friendly route.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In the center of the lake at St. James\u2019s Park, there is a small island called <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duck Island<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, home to numerous waterfowl, some brought from former colonies of the British Empire.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-97290ddb\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park.avif 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park.webp 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-97290ddb\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Squirrel\n\nSt James' Park\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Squirrel in St James Park\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Ardilla-en-St-James-Park.webp 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8fc8017a gb-headline-text\">Squirrel in St. James&#8217;s Park \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters <\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the moments most awaited by those who visit this area is the famous <\/span><b>Changing of the Guard ceremony<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which takes place in front of Buckingham Palace, usually on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 10:45 AM (although this can vary, so it is advisable to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.householddivision.org.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><strong>check the official calendar<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>).<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We, due to a scheduling error, missed it&#8230; so we recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early to get a good spot, especially if you are traveling with children.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you want to live the complete experience, you can <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/SZ3rYGft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">book a guided tour<\/mark><\/a> <\/b>of <strong>Buckingham Palace<\/strong> with <strong>priority access to the Changing of the Guard<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a perfect way to see inside this royal residence and not miss any historical or ceremonial details.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Don&#8217;t leave without taking a walk around the entire perimeter of the park, especially on the walkway that crosses the lake. The views of the palace with the reflections of the water and the sound of the birds in the background are pure London peace.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hyde_Park\"><\/span><b>2. Hyde Park<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With over 140 hectares, <\/span><b>Hyde Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the largest urban parks in the world and the authentic green lung of London. It is a perfect place to disconnect, play sports, or enjoy a family morning outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-4f977fa3\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park.avif 1556w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park.webp 1556w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-4f977fa3\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"People walking through a park\n\nHyde Park\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Walking in Hyde Park\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paseando-por-Hyde-Park.webp 1556w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a24e5719 gb-headline-text\">Hyde Park \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although we couldn&#8217;t spend as much time as we would have liked (Manuela got sick that day), we know it is a great plan for those visiting London with children. You can rent a boat on the <\/span><b>Serpentine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lake, discover the iconic <\/span><b>Peter Pan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> statue, feed squirrels among the trees, or cycle through its trails.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In summer, the park comes to life with concerts, outdoor markets, and picnic areas where locals and travelers enjoy the good weather without rush. A place where the rhythm of London slows down so you can breathe.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very close to <\/span><b>Marble Arch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the historic <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaker\u2019s Corner<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a corner where anyone can stand on a box and express their ideas out loud. Everyone from <\/span><b>Winston Churchill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to <\/span><b>Karl Marx<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has spoken here.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you are traveling with kids, the <b>Diana Memorial Playground<\/b> is one of the best playgrounds in the city. Inspired by the world of Peter Pan, it features a huge wooden pirate ship, themed areas, and safe zones to play to their heart&#8217;s content.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And for those who want to discover Hyde Park in an active and original way, an excellent option is to sign up for a <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/djQFSnyZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">guided bicycle tour of the royal parks and palaces<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A comfortable and fun way to get to know this monumental area of London in the morning.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Kensington_Palace\"><\/span><b>3. Kensington Palace<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At one end of Hyde Park stands the elegant <strong>Kensington Palace<\/strong>, an architectural jewel surrounded by impeccable gardens. This historic royal residence has been home to generations of the British monarchy and <strong>today is the official residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales<\/strong>, although the inhabited part is not accessible to the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our case, we could not visit it because Manuela got sick and we had to return to the apartment so she could rest, so we left it for another trip to London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/12tV3OSc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Visiting Kensington Palace<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a fascinating way to delve into the history of British royalty. The areas open to the public include <\/span><b>the splendid King&#8217;s and Queen&#8217;s State Apartments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, decorated with stunning frescoes, period furniture, and details that allow you to imagine palace life of centuries past.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-ba0a5259\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-480x270.avif 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-1320x742.avif 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-1320x742.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-ba0a5259\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace.webp\" alt=\"Red building with gardens\n\nKensington Palace\n\nSource: canva.com\" title=\"Kensington Palace\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kensington-Palace-1320x742.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-399ca236 gb-headline-text\">Kensington Palace \/ Photography: Canva.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The permanent and temporary exhibitions explore the biography of iconic figures such as <\/span><b>Queen Victoria<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who was born here, and <\/span><b>Princess Diana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who lived in the palace until her passing. In the Jewel Room, <strong>unique pieces designed by Prince Albert for his wife are exhibited<\/strong>, and in other rooms, you can see everything from children&#8217;s toys to personal objects with great symbolic weight.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The majestic <\/span><b>King&#8217;s Staircase<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, decorated with scenes from the life of Ulysses, is one of the most breathtaking parts of the tour. It is accessed at the beginning of the visit and sets the majestic tone for what is to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>palace gardens <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are free and perfect for a relaxed stroll or a photo break. Special mention should be made of the <\/span><b>Sunken Gardens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an Italian-inspired sunken garden that looks spectacular in spring and has also become a place of remembrance for Lady Di.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The interior exhibitions are very visual and interactive, ideal for both adults and children. If you don&#8217;t want to wait in line, we recommend buying tickets online in advance. The route is quite accessible and well signposted, making it easy to enjoy as a family.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Natural_History_Museum\"><\/span><b>4. Natural History Museum<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its imposing neo-Romanesque facade and air of a cathedral of knowledge, the <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhm.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Natural History Museum in London<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the must-see places for a family visit. It is no coincidence that it was first on our list: here, science becomes an adventure, and wonder is breathed in every room.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-fc296562\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1.avif 1462w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1.webp 1462w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-fc296562\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Building of the Natural History Museum of London\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Natural History Museum\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1.webp 1462w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2ed3181a gb-headline-text\">Natural History Museum \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its spectacular entrance hall welcomes you with \u201c<\/span><b>Hope<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d, the <\/span><b>realistic skeleton of a blue whale suspended from the ceiling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It occupies the place that for decades was held by the popular papier-m\u00e2ch\u00e9 diplodocus, another icon beloved by generations. From there, a tour begins that fascinates both children and adults.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dinosaurs, minerals that look like jewelry, <\/span><b>skeletons of prehistoric animals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, interactive zones, and exhibitions on <\/span><b>volcanoes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, evolution, or the planet&#8217;s biodiversity\u2026 Every corner is designed to spark curiosity and respect for nature. There are rooms dedicated to <\/span><b>earthquakes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>oceans<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>human biology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>insects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and even <\/span><b>meteorites<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In one of the rooms, you can see part of a meteorite that fell in Namibia more than 80,000 years ago. Imagine touching something that came from space!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-6b84c9a5\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural.avif 1167w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural.webp 1167w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-6b84c9a5\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling\n\nNatural History Museum of London\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Natural History Museum\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Museo-de-Historia-Natural.webp 1167w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2af834de gb-headline-text\">Hope, the blue whale \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>The museum can be visited freely<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, something we value very much. Places like this, with so much educational content accessible to everyone, are true treasures. As we walked between display cases and skeletons, we couldn&#8217;t help but imagine what it would be like to teach there\u2014like many of the school groups we found during our visit. A dream come true for any teacher or science lover.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, if you want to dig deeper or visit only the highlights without wasting time, you can <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/MzakieUn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">hire a guided tour<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and turn the visit into a true family masterclass.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The <b>admission is free<\/b>, but during holidays or weekends, lines can be significant. We recommend <b>reserving your tickets online in advance<\/b> and arriving early to make the most of the day without feeling overwhelmed. Don&#8217;t miss the <b>earthquake and volcano room<\/b>, one of the most interactive and exciting for little ones (and not-so-little ones!).\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Science_Museum\"><\/span><b>5. Science Museum<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you passionate about technology, planes, space, or scientific experiments? Then the <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencemuseum.org.uk\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">London Science Museum<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is your place. Just a few steps from the Natural History Museum, this interactive jewel is one of the most fun and educational plans for the whole family.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the evolution of medicine to space exploration, passing through old locomotives, historic planes, and flight simulators, everything here can be touched, experimented with, and explored. The rooms are designed for visitors to learn while playing, and that makes this museum a magnet for the curious (of any age!).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In the museum, a <strong>real fragment of the moon<\/strong> is exhibited, collected by the <\/span><b>Apollo 15<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also see satellites, historic telescopes, and machines that revolutionized the world.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every corner of the museum is designed to awaken vocations and make science seem everyday and fascinating at the same time. If you are traveling with children, prepare for them to want to stop at every button, lever, and screen.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Don&#8217;t leave without visiting Wonderlab, an interactive gallery that is a true scientific party. It includes live experiments, demonstrations, workshops, and areas where you can touch absolutely everything.<br \/>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/wonderlab.org\/plan-your-visit\/\" style=\"color:#e38436;font-weight:bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Requires additional entry<\/a>, but it is one of the must-sees if you are traveling as a family. We guarantee you will leave wanting to return.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Victoria_Albert_Museum\"><\/span><b>6. Victoria &amp; Albert Museum<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vam.ac.uk\/?srsltid=AfmBOorduXV8aC6vNiIKhUVbqtXMSZZkXQ31LefjdGXzz9Epe7AZXcYZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Victoria &amp; Albert Museum<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, popularly known as <\/span><b>V&amp;A<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is a jewel that often goes unnoticed among London&#8217;s more famous museums, but it is a true paradise for lovers of art, fashion, and design.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This elegant and monumental museum houses <\/span><b>more than 11 kilometers of galleries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with collections spanning more than <\/span><b>5,000 years of human creativity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. From Renaissance sculptures to Islamic, Japanese, and Chinese art pieces, through ceramics, furniture, photography, textiles, and haute couture costumes by designers like Dior or Alexander McQueen&#8230; Here, beauty is breathed in every room.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The V&amp;A preserves <\/span><b>Queen Victoria&#8217;s wedding dress<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the museum&#8217;s most iconic pieces, along with one of Europe&#8217;s best collections of Asian art.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The museum has more than <\/span><b>60,000 objects on display<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (out of the more than 2 million it possesses), so it is best to choose a specific area if you don&#8217;t have time to see it all. Also, on Fridays, some galleries are open until 10 PM, a perfect option if you want a quieter and more special night visit.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its <\/span><b>inner courtyards<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and its <\/span><b>terrace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are ideal for taking a break, reading, having a drink, or simply enjoying the environment on a sunny day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Admission is free, but the museum is huge, so wear comfortable shoes and plan your route. If you don&#8217;t want to miss the best parts, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/DKVPIcXE\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hire a guided tour<\/a> and let yourself be led by an expert who can show you the most impactful pieces and the stories behind them.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Harrods\"><\/span><b>7. Harrods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Harrods<\/strong> was our first stop in London. We had a few free hours after landing: too late to visit monuments and too early to check in to our apartment\u2026 So we decided to start big at this iconic department store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We arrived at night and, although the building is beautiful, we couldn&#8217;t take any decent photos of it. Even so, <strong>Harrods is much more than just shopping<\/strong>: it is an entire experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-38eea5af\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-480x270.avif 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-1320x742.avif 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-1320x742.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-38eea5af\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods.webp\" alt=\"Building of the mythical Harrods\n\nSource: Canva.com\" title=\"Harrods\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Harrods-1320x742.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6a76b5ee gb-headline-text\">Harrods \/ Photography: Canva.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in <\/span><b>Knightsbridge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this luxurious seven-story building has more than <\/span><b>330 departments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from fashion and beauty to furniture, jewelry, perfumery, or technology. But what makes it a true tourist attraction are its themed rooms, its spectacular lighting, the elegance of the uniformed staff, and the attention to detail.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We headed straight to the <\/span><b>toy floor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a paradise for those traveling with children. Games, giant stuffed animals, collectibles, and decor that makes you feel like you are inside a storybook. Of course, if there is one unforgettable corner, it is the <\/span><b>Food Hall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: a true explosion of flavors where British delicacies and gourmet products from all over the world mix. Hard to leave empty-handed!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Harrods has its own <\/span><b>dress code<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You are not allowed to enter in swimwear, overly casual clothing, or with bulky backpacks. British style is evident from the entrance.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Even if you don&#8217;t buy anything, take a walk through the shop windows and the gourmet section. And if you are looking for a special souvenir, the teas, biscuits, and chocolates from the Harrods brand are elegant, delicious, and a sure hit.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Culture_art_and_the_bustling_West_End\"><\/span><b>C. Culture, art, and the bustling West End<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If London hasn&#8217;t dazzled you yet\u2014though I doubt it\u2014prepare to be carried away by the frenetic and magnetic rhythm of the <\/span><b>West End<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This district is a pure urban heartbeat: <strong>actors, writers, lawyers, baristas, and dreamers<\/strong> of all kinds <strong>roam daily between theaters, museums, bookstores, shops, lights, and screens<\/strong>, looking for a story to tell\u2026 or live.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no pause here: only life. Lights that never go out, melodies coming out of alleys and stages, accents from all corners of the world, and that energy that turns every corner into a small show.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let yourself be dragged along by the music, voices, applause, and clamor of this authentic <\/span><b>common yard of London<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where culture, art, and entertainment go hand in hand at every step.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Trafalgar_Square_National_Gallery\"><\/span><b>1. Trafalgar Square + National Gallery<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Trafalgar Square<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is much more than a square: it is one of the cultural and social hearts of London. Always lively, always alive. <strong>Surrounded by statues, fountains, musicians, and street artists<\/strong>, this iconic esplanade is a regular meeting point for demonstrations, official celebrations, and even the <strong>lighting of the country&#8217;s most famous Christmas tree<\/strong> (an annual gift from Norway).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-b5535ad5\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde.avif 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-b5535ad5\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Very large square with many people and a sculpture on top of a tower\n\nTrafalgar Square\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Trafalgar Square in the afternoon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Trafalgar-Square-por-la-tarde.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-77e8fed1 gb-headline-text\">Trafalgar Square \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presided over by the imposing <\/span><b>Nelson&#8217;s Column<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and guarded by the bronze lions most photographed in the city, the square is ideal for taking a break between museums, or simply sitting on its stairs and observing how London beats.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just in the background is the imposing <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgallery.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">National Gallery<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the most important art galleries in the world. And the best part: <\/span><b>admission is free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here you can admire masterpieces by <\/span><b>Van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci, Monet, Vel\u00e1zquez, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, or Turner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, among many others. The rooms are organized by periods and styles, which makes the visit very enjoyable even for those who are not art experts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-d33eff6b\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-d33eff6b\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Painting of some sunflowers\n\nVan Gogh's Sunflowers\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Van Gogh's Sunflowers\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Los-Girasoles-de-Van-Gogh.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b8aa8a4f gb-headline-text\">Van Gogh&#8217;s Sunflowers \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, it is advisable to <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgallery.org.uk\/visiting\/plan-your-visit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">reserve an appointment online in advance<\/mark><\/a><\/b>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">especially in high season, or <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/visita-guiada-national-gallery\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">book a guided tour<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to know in depth the most iconic works and their stories.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Very close to the square, in a discreet corner, is <\/span><b>St. Martin-in-the-Fields<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a medieval church that hosted the first mass broadcast by radio in the 19th century. Below, hidden for decades, there is a vaulted crypt where today you can have a hot drink or eat something light in a quiet and special atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The National Gallery houses one of the most famous versions of <b>Van Gogh&#8217;s Sunflowers<\/b>, which competes in popularity with <b>Vel\u00e1zquez&#8217;s Rokeby Venus<\/b> or <b>Da Vinci&#8217;s The Virgin of the Rocks<\/b>. Don&#8217;t miss it!\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Covent_Garden_Neals_Yard\"><\/span><b>2. Covent Garden + Neal\u2019s Yard<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Covent Garden<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of those places in London that you always want to visit. Elegant, lively, and with that bohemian air that invites you to lose yourself without a fixed route. Everything revolves around the <strong>old covered market from 1630<\/strong>, now transformed into a beautiful gallery with Greco-Roman design elements combined with modern structures. Inside, you will find <strong>craft shops, boutiques, charming cafes, and restaurants for all tastes<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between its arches and columns, it is common to find street artists: from classical violinists to magicians, mimes, or acrobats who surprise the public every day. If you are looking for a special souvenir, don&#8217;t miss the <strong>Apple Market<\/strong>, where each stall looks like a small gallery of unique, handmade objects. Just across the street, in the <\/span><b>Jubilee Market<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will find antiques, collectibles, and curious pieces that seem to have their own history.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-491a9c44\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market.avif 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market.webp 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-491a9c44\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Market with many people\n\nApple market\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Apple Market\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Apple-Market.webp 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-364d596c gb-headline-text\">Apple Market \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few steps away, hidden among alleys, appears <\/span><b>Neal\u2019s Yard<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the most colorful and photogenic corners of London. This small square looks like something out of a storybook: facades painted in vibrant tones, hanging plants on balconies, picturesque signs, and a relaxed atmosphere that invites you to stay a while longer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Neal\u2019s Yard was an abandoned alley for decades<\/strong>, until the 1970s when activist Nicholas Saunders transformed it into a center for wellness, natural living, and healthy eating. Today it is a symbol of London&#8217;s most alternative and eco-friendly side.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you are looking for a place to have breakfast, lunch, or simply enjoy a good gluten-free tea in this cool area of London, we recommend <b>Browns Covent Garden<\/b>. Their menu is endorsed by Coeliac UK, and they have tasty, colorful dishes without the risk of cross-contamination.\n    <\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      And don&#8217;t forget your camera: Neal\u2019s Yard is one of the most Instagrammable corners of the city. Ideal for a break between shopping, museums, or simply to disconnect in style.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Soho_Chinatown_Carnaby_Street\"><\/span><b>3. Soho + Chinatown + Carnaby Street<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for good artisan coffee to recharge your batteries or a cocktail with live music to end the day? Then you have to stop by <\/span><b>Soho<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the most vibrant and authentic areas of London. Everything here vibrates with energy, diversity, and creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for its alternative atmosphere, its <\/span><b>theaters, pubs, vintage shops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and intense nightlife, Soho is a crossroads where <\/span><b>LGBTQ+<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> culture, the bohemian, and the modern mix, all among alleys filled with history. Whether you prefer to lose yourself in bookstores or enjoy a drink in a jazz or indie club, there is always something to discover here.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-2210a8d0\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown.avif 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown.webp 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-2210a8d0\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Street with red lanterns and many people\n\nChinatown in London\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Chinatown\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chinatown.webp 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e8b087a8 gb-headline-text\">Chinatown \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you fancy something more exotic? Just a few steps away, <\/span><b>Chinatown<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> transports you directly to Asia. Composed of nine streets full of life, this little universe features a <strong>large traditional arch<\/strong>, <strong>red lanterns<\/strong>, shops with oriental products, and menus with Chinese characters. Strolling along <\/span><b>Gerrard Street<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a real feast for the senses: aromas of spices, eye-catching windows, steaming buns, and a gastronomic offer that leaves no one indifferent.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you want to join the trend, try one of the many stalls and cafes offering <\/span><b>bubble tea<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are flavors for all tastes, and it has become one of the neighborhood&#8217;s favorite drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-9c7706a1\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown.avif 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown.webp 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-9c7706a1\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Oriental style gate\n\nChinatown\n\nsource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Entrance gate to Chinatown\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Puerta-de-entrada-a-Chinatown.webp 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ecb40e04 gb-headline-text\">Entrance gate to Chinatown \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And just around the corner, between <\/span><b>Regent Street and Oxford Street<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, appears <\/span><b>Carnaby Street<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the most iconic fashion streets in London since the 60s. Today it is pedestrian-friendly, colorful, and full of independent shops, murals perfect for Instagram, and that rebellious spirit that made it the epicenter of British pop culture.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Did you know&#8230;?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many of the trends that defined the 60s were born on <\/span><b>Carnaby Street<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It was where bands like <\/span><b>The Beatles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>The Rolling Stones<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><b>Jimi Hendrix<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bought their looks. Do you want to discover it to the beat of rock? Join a <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/tour-rock-britanico\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">British Rock London tour<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and walk through these legendary stages like a true fan.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you get hungry, this area offers several highly recommended gluten-free options. In <b>Soho<\/b>, <b>Honest Burgers<\/b> has gluten-free bread available at all their locations, with a menu clearly marked and delicious.\n    <\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      You can also carry a thin physical folder with your most important documents if you prefer to have everything well-organized on paper. We do that too.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Piccadilly_Circus_and_Leicester_Square\"><\/span><b>4. Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Piccadilly Circus<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, in the heart of <\/span><b>London&#8217;s West End<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is impressive even if you already know it from photos or movies. The <\/span><b>giant screens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, vibrant neon, and constant flow of people give it an almost cinematic air. The <\/span><b>iconic red buses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014popularly known as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eros<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, although in reality, it represents <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anteros<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the god of selfless love\u2014have been tirelessly watching over the intersection of <\/span><b>Regent Street<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Shaftesbury Avenue<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Coventry Street<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> since 1893.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-1314603a\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-1314603a\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Child posing with large screens on a building\n\nPiccadilly Circus\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Piccadilly Circus Paola\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Piccadilly-Circus-Paola.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4c63655e gb-headline-text\">Piccadilly Circus \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The famous luminaries are not far behind. The first electric advertisement appeared in 1908 (for Perrier), followed by the first neon sign in 1910. The original bulbs gave way to neon, and later to the current <\/span><b>LED screens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Since 2017, a curved digital panel has dominated the square, now converted into one of London&#8217;s great symbols.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very close by opens <\/span><b>Leicester Square<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the true <\/span><b>epicenter of British cinema<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is where world premieres of major blockbusters take place, with red carpets and camera flashes. The square is surrounded by <\/span><b>historic theaters<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, iconic cinemas like the <\/span><b>Odeon Leicester Square<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a sort of British &#8220;Walk of Fame&#8221;: the <\/span><b>square of the stars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with plaques dedicated to figures such as <\/span><b>Meryl Streep<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Alfred Hitchcock<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><b>Ian McKellen<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since 2020, you can also enjoy the <\/span><b>Scenes in the Square<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> collection, a route of open-air sculptures with iconic characters such as <\/span><b>Mary Poppins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Paddington Bear<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><b>Batman<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ideal to tour with the family.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      If you are traveling with children, <b>Leicester Square<\/b> is a real hub of fun. Don&#8217;t miss the <b>largest Lego Store in the world<\/b>, with giant sculptures like Big Ben or James Bond&#8217;s Aston Martin made of thousands of pieces. Just opposite, <b>M&#038;M\u2019s World<\/b> offers four floors of color, candy, and British merchandise that the little ones will love.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to end the day in a big way?<\/span><b>\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/entradas-rey-leon\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Book tickets for a West End musical<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: there are options for all tastes and ages\u2014a magical experience to enjoy as a family.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_British_Museum_Bloomsbury_%E2%80%93_Cultural_icon_in_London\"><\/span><b>5. British Museum (Bloomsbury \u2013 Cultural icon in London)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Epic dimensions, fascinating history, and free admission<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: the <\/span><b>British Museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a must-see on any trip to London, especially if you are traveling as a family. Founded in 1753, it houses one of the world&#8217;s most important collections, with <\/span><b>more than 8 million objects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (although only 1% is on display), which trace the history of humanity from the earliest civilizations to the present day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-b0e4e106\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum.avif 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1320x990.avif 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum.webp 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1320x990.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-b0e4e106\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum.webp\" alt=\"Old building with columns\n\nBritish Museum\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"British Museum\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum.webp 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/British-Museum-1320x990.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8d39db6a gb-headline-text\">British Museum \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permanent <\/span><b>admission is free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but to avoid crowds, especially in high season or on weekends, it is <\/span><b>highly recommended to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/visit?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=998439557&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADmoaTZghjq-6Eonedz-IvONlddwh&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwobnGBhBNEiwAu2mpFNpCg1W_DRVHHp5amaAoWB2-tRli-2IPxpBxaQ1K4rt6ZjXEjmP1oBoCnvgQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">book your time slot<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the official website.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>If you decide to visit on your own, don&#8217;t miss these jewels:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>The Rosetta Stone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, essential for deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>The Parthenon Sculptures<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Mesopotamian art, Egyptian mummies, Mayan, Aztec, Chinese, and Roman pieces.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Queen Elizabeth II Great Court<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the largest covered square in Europe, with a dome of more than 3,300 glass panels designed by Foster &amp; Partners. It surrounds the old Reading Room and gives access to the main galleries. Additionally, you will find <\/span><b>perfect shops to take home a special souvenir<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of your visit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      <b>Rain in London<\/b> is frequent, and this museum is the ideal plan for those gray days. Educational, comfortable, and at your own pace. The British Museum offers <b>free activities and interactive missions<\/b> that you can do from their official app.\n    <\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      In addition, there are <b>themed routes for children and educational backpacks<\/b> available at the <b>Families Desk<\/b>, which turn the visit into an adventure. A round plan to learn, be surprised, and enjoy as a family!\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Alternative_neighborhoods_and_London_markets\"><\/span><b>D. Alternative neighborhoods and London markets<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Do you want to get away from the typical tourist spots?<\/strong> London has a neighborhood soul, and if you know where to look, you will discover corners full of color, flavor, art, and surprises. Here is an alternative route that combines the bohemian, the foodie, and the authentic:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Brick_Lane_and_Shoreditch_street_art_and_urban_culture\"><\/span><b>1. Brick Lane and Shoreditch (street art and urban culture)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Welcome to <\/span><b>the paradise of street art and multiculturalism<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In every corner of Brick Lane, a different mural awaits you, along with vintage shops, independent galleries, and aromas from all over the world.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><i>Photo tip<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Shoreditch is an open-air museum. Don&#8217;t forget your camera or charged phone: you&#8217;re going to take tons of photos!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Visit the <b>Sunday Market<\/b> to try international dishes at street stalls.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Leadenhall_Market_Platform_9%C2%BE_Kings_Cross\"><\/span><b>2. Leadenhall Market + Platform 9\u00be (King\u2019s Cross)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This covered Victorian-era market is an architectural jewel and a very \u201cInstagrammable\u201d corner. Additionally, <\/span><b>it was a filming location for scenes in the Harry Potter movies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-f0468094\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos.avif 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos.webp 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-f0468094\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Girl posing with suitcases and a cart entering a wall (Harry Potter)\n\nKing Cross and Platform 9 3\/4\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"King Cross Platform 9 3\/4\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/King-Cross-Anden-9-y-tres-cuartos.webp 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7a307cbb gb-headline-text\">Platform 9 3\/4 at King&#8217;s Cross Station \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From here you can take the underground to <\/span><b>King\u2019s Cross<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an essential stop for <\/span><b>Harry Potter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fans. If you want to immerse yourself completely in the wizarding world, you can also <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/tour-harry-potter\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">book a themed tour of London<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/tour-harry-potter-warner-bros\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">visit the Harry Potter Studios<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where many scenes from the saga were filmed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      The famous photo at <b>Platform 9\u00be<\/b> with the cart going through the wall costs money. If you prefer something more original, go into the official Harry Potter shop, where there are many magical details.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Camden_Town_canal_to_Primrose_Hill\"><\/span><b>3. Camden Town + canal to Primrose Hill<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Camden is pure alternative spirit: gothic clothing shops, live music, tattoos, street food stalls, and an energy hard to find anywhere else.<br>From the market, you can follow the <\/span><b>Regent\u2019s Canal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on foot or by boat to <\/span><b>Primrose Hill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which has one of the best views of the London skyline.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><i>Family plan<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Going up to <\/span><i>Primrose Hill<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great plan for a picnic, playing, or simply sitting down to enjoy the view.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      In <b>Camden Market<\/b>, you will find food stalls from all over the world. Many have clearly marked gluten-free options (check the signs carefully!).\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Regents_Park\"><\/span><b>4. Regent\u2019s Park<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most complete and elegant parks in London. Ideal for walking, playing sports, seeing squirrels, or visiting the most famous zoo in the city.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><i>Practical tip<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you travel with children, mark the <\/span><i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/entrada-london-zoo\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">London Zoo<\/mark><\/a> <\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and the <\/span><i>lake boats<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as key stops.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Don&#8217;t miss the <b>Queen Mary\u2019s Gardens<\/b> if you visit in spring: more than 12,000 rose bushes in bloom.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Little_Venice_canals_and_boat_trip\"><\/span><b>5. Little Venice (canals and boat trip)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A romantic and less touristy corner in northwest London. Quiet canals, boats with flowers, cafes on the water, and lots of calm.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      You can hop on a <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/FybuM296\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">tour boat to Camden<\/a> or simply stroll along the canals. There are cafes with gluten-free options by the water. Ideal for a different morning.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Notting_Hill_Portobello_Road\"><\/span><b>6. Notting Hill + Portobello Road<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A classic that never fails: pastel houses, charming shop windows, and the iconic <\/span><b>Portobello Road antiques market<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-5a784793\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill.avif 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill.webp 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-5a784793\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Mother and daughter posing in front of a blue store that sells travel guides\n\nLegendary travel guide bookstore from the movie Notting Hill\n\nSource: glutendtrotters.com\" title=\"Travel guide bookstore in Notting Hill\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Libreria-de-guias-de-viaje-en-Notting-Hill.webp 1228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a16209f4 gb-headline-text\">Legendary bookstore from the movie Notting Hill \/ Photography: Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you a movie fan? <\/span><b>Look for the famous blue door <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from the movie <\/span><b>\u201cNotting Hill\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and feel like Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant. In the area, there are <\/span><b>bakeries with gluten-free options like Libby\u2019s<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Although the market is in its prime on <b>Saturdays<\/b>, we went on a <b>Friday<\/b> and the atmosphere was great, with many stalls and less crowding.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Marylebone_Sherlock_Holmes_and_bookstores\"><\/span><b>7. Marylebone (Sherlock Holmes and bookstores)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elegant, quiet, and literary. This neighborhood is perfect for walking without rush, browsing bookstores, or having a calm coffee.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><i>Practical tip<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you are looking for boutique cafes, this is your place. There are many charming ones.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Glutendtrotter Tip<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/JFl7wOqV\" style=\"color: #e38436; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sherlock Holmes house-museum<\/a> on <b>Baker Street<\/b>, a curious plan if you like classic detectives. And don&#8217;t miss <b>Daunt Books<\/b>, one of the most beautiful travel bookstores in the world.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E_Iconic_and_cultural_experiences_in_London\"><\/span><b>E. Iconic and cultural experiences in London<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Madame_Tussauds_Wax_museum\"><\/span><b>1. Madame Tussauds (Wax museum)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most famous wax museums in the world and a super fun stop for the whole family. You can take photos with hyper-realistic replicas of singers, actors, athletes, and members of the British royal family.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/b> <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/entrada-madame-tussauds\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Buy tickets online<\/mark><\/a><\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in advance to avoid long lines. Kids and teens love it, and adults also come out with some unexpected photos!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Royal_Albert_Hall_concerts_and_shows\"><\/span><b>2. Royal Albert Hall (concerts and shows)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An architectural jewel and one of the most prestigious auditoriums in the world. Everything from classical music concerts to pop, jazz, or live orchestral film shows are held here.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalalberthall.com\/visit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Check their schedule<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> before the trip: sometimes there are guided tours that allow you to discover the history of the place behind the scenes. A very special plan even without a concert ticket!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Wembley_Stadium_football_and_events\"><\/span><b>3. Wembley Stadium (football and events)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most iconic stadium in London and a British sports icon. If you like football or just want to experience the English sporting spirit, you can <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/londres\/tour-estadio-wembley\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=queverenlondres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">take a tour<\/mark><\/a><\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of its facilities: locker rooms, player tunnel, trophy room&#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If a match or a big concert coincides during your trip, don&#8217;t hesitate! The experience of living the atmosphere at Wembley is unique and unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"F_Viewpoints_and_panoramic_views\"><\/span><b>F. Viewpoints and panoramic views<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you love contemplating cities from the heights? London has viewpoints for all tastes: from modern skyscrapers to charming hills. Here are our favorites for enjoying the best views of the British capital.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Shard_%E2%80%93_Londons_highest_viewpoint\"><\/span><b>1. The Shard \u2013 London&#8217;s highest viewpoint<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At 310 meters high, it is the tallest skyscraper in the United Kingdom. Its viewpoint, <\/span><b>The View from The Shard<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is located on the 72nd floor and offers an impressive <\/span><b>360\u00ba panoramic view<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <strong>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/strong> <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/iCF2RjT1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Buy tickets in advance<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and go up at sunset to capture London bathed in golden tones. Of course, it&#8217;s a paid experience, but it&#8217;s worth it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Sky_Garden_%E2%80%93_A_garden_in_the_heights_free\"><\/span><b>2. Sky Garden \u2013 A garden in the heights (free!)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located at the top of the Walkie Talkie building (20 Fenchurch Street), <\/span><b>Sky Garden<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> combines a tropical garden with a breathtaking viewpoint. Perfect for relaxing with a coffee or a drink while enjoying <\/span><b>spectacular views of the Thames and the City<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <strong>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/strong> Admission is <strong>free<\/strong>, but you need to <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.skygarden.london\/WebStore\/shop\/viewitems.aspx?cg=SkyGarden&amp;c=Tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">book in advance<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on their website. Ideal for a break with a view without spending a pound.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Horizon_22_%E2%80%93_Londons_new_free_viewpoint\"><\/span><b>3. Horizon 22 \u2013 London&#8217;s new free viewpoint<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newly opened, <\/span><b>Horizon 22<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has become one of the trendy places to see London from the heights. It is at 22 Bishopsgate and boasts of being the <\/span><b>highest free viewpoint in the United Kingdom<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with views of the skyline, the Thames, and the main skyscrapers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <strong>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/strong> <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/horizon22.co.uk\/book\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Book your ticket online<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, take your camera, and get ready to say \u201cwow!\u201d. It is open every day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Primrose_Hill_%E2%80%93_A_classic_London_spot_with_views\"><\/span><b>4. Primrose Hill \u2013 A classic London spot with views<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the top of a hill north of Regent\u2019s Park, <\/span><b>Primrose Hill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers beautiful panoramic views of central London. Ideal for a quiet family getaway.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <strong>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/strong> Go up at sunrise or sunset to enjoy the colors of the sky without the crowds. And don&#8217;t forget to bring something for a picnic!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Greenwich_Observatory_%E2%80%93_Prime_Meridian_and_postcard_views\"><\/span><b>5. Greenwich Observatory \u2013 Prime Meridian and postcard views<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the top of Greenwich Park, where the <\/span><b>Royal Observatory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is located, you will see one of the most beautiful postcards of London, with the Thames winding in the distance. Here you can also put one foot on each side of the <\/span><b>Greenwich Meridian<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which marks the 0 point of world time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <strong>Glutendtrotter Tip:<\/strong> A great option to <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/ExvpdW13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">combine with a boat ride on the Thames<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and a visit to the <\/span><b>Maritime Museum or Greenwich Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"G_Optional_for_those_who_want_more_and_never_tire_of_London\"><\/span><b>G. Optional for those who want more (and never tire of London)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you already ticked off all the classics on your list but still have energy left? Then this section is for you. Here are some <\/span><b>alternative plans in London<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that you will love if you are looking for something different, quieter, or off the beaten tourist path.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kew_Gardens_Royal_Botanic_Gardens\"><\/span><b>Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A true botanical paradise in southwest London, with more than 120 hectares of gardens, greenhouses, and paths full of peace. It is a World Heritage Site and a jewel for nature lovers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dedicate at least half a day to tour it calmly. Don&#8217;t miss the <\/span><b>Victorian greenhouses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the Treetop Walkway. Ideal in spring or autumn.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Abbey_Road\"><\/span><b>Abbey Road<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most famous street in the rock world. Here, the Beatles recorded several of their albums and crossed the iconic crosswalk that millions of fans now try to imitate.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Arrive early if you want to take the photo with fewer people. Visit the studio souvenir shop and don&#8217;t forget your camera! And, for Beatles fans, don&#8217;t miss the chance to do the <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/B054d1G8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">London: Beatles and Abbey Road Tour with Richard Porter<\/mark><\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(author of the book \u201cGuide to the Beatles London\u201d).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Imperial_War_Museum\"><\/span><b>Imperial War Museum<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A very complete museum that covers the history of armed conflicts from the First World War to the present day. Emotional, educational, and visually very powerful.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <strong>Admission<\/strong> is <strong>free<\/strong> and it is a highly recommended visit for those who enjoy modern history and human stories.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Columbia_Road_Flower_Market\"><\/span><b>Columbia Road Flower Market<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It only opens on Sunday mornings and is an explosion of color, scents, and joy. Dozens of flower, plant, and decor stalls fill this East End street.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Go early to avoid the crowds. It is <\/span><b>very photogenic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, perfect for walking with a coffee in hand and letting yourself be carried away by the local atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shakespeares_Globe_Theatre\"><\/span><b>Shakespeare\u2019s Globe Theatre<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An exact replica of the original theater where William Shakespeare himself premiered his plays. You can attend a classical performance or <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/MghbX8mT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">take a guided tour<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Check the schedule in advance. The guided tour is very enjoyable and tells you all the secrets of the theater, from its reconstruction to historical curiosities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mayfair_Bond_Street_Mount_Street\"><\/span><b>Mayfair<\/b> <b>(Bond Street, Mount Street)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luxury, style, and elegance. In this exclusive neighborhood, you will find haute couture boutiques, art galleries, jewelry stores, and five-star hotels. A walk through here is like stepping into a fashion magazine.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udded <\/span><b>Glutendtrotter Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ideal if you like looking at windows of iconic brands or enjoying an elegant afternoon tea. Even if you don&#8217;t buy anything, the walk is worth it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glutendtrotter_tips_for_organizing_your_London_visit\"><\/span><b>Glutendtrotter tips for organizing your London visit<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are our best tips for making the most of your trip to London, especially if you are traveling as a family or need gluten-free options. Take note!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Organize_your_route_by_areas\"><\/span><b>1. Organize your route by areas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">London is huge, so the ideal thing is to <\/span><b>group places by neighborhood<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. That way, you will save time on travel and will be able to enjoy each corner without rushing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Get_around_with_Oyster_Card_or_contactless_card\"><\/span><b>2. Get around with Oyster Card or contactless card<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the underground, buses, and trains within the city, the most practical and economical thing is to use an <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/oyster.tfl.gov.uk\/oyster\/entry.do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Oyster Card<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for multi-day trips or your own <\/span><b>contactless card <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for 3 or 4-day trips.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apps like <\/span><b>Google Maps<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Citymapper<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will be essential for calculating routes and times.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Check_schedules_before_leaving\"><\/span><b>3. Check schedules before leaving<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some museums and attractions close earlier than you expect, especially outside of summer. <\/span><b>Always verify updated schedules<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially if you plan to make several visits in the same day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Useful_apps_for_your_trip\"><\/span><b>4. Useful apps for your trip<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to Citymapper, we recommend downloading:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitlondon.com\/london-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Visit London<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (official info and events)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>TfL Go<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (real-time public transport)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you are celiac, <\/span><b>Find Me Gluten Free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find safe places to eat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Book_your_tickets_online_in_advance\"><\/span><b>5. Book your tickets online in advance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attractions like the <\/span><b>London Eye<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><b>Tower of London<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><b>Sky Garden<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often have long lines or limited capacity. Buying tickets in advance will save you time and disappointment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Eating_gluten-free_in_London_is_easy_but_dont_be_overconfident\"><\/span><b>6. Eating gluten-free in London is easy (but don&#8217;t be overconfident!)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is one of the friendliest cities for celiacs, but <\/span><b>always read the menu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>ask the staff<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Many restaurants have specific gluten-free menus or are certified by <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coeliac.org.uk\/home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Coeliac UK<\/mark><\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Organize_a_picnic_in_the_parks\"><\/span><b>7. Organize a picnic in the parks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An economical and charming option. Supermarkets like <\/span><b>Tesco<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>Whole Foods Market<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer salads, snacks, and gluten-free dishes to go.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Traveling_with_children_museums_activities\"><\/span><b>8. Traveling with children: museums + activities<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many museums offer <\/span><b>exploration kits<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, educational backpacks, and <\/span><b>family routes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask at the reception; they usually have free material that turns the visit into a game.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_London_weather_unpredictable_but_manageable\"><\/span><b>9. London weather: unpredictable but manageable<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The weather in London changes fast. <\/span><b>Always carry a folding umbrella or a light raincoat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>comfortable shoes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: you are going to walk\u2026 and walk a lot!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope this guide on <\/span><b>what to see in London by tourist area<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps you plan your trip and enjoy the city to the fullest. Do you know a corner that we haven&#8217;t included? Do you have questions about your route?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave us a comment and share your experience!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you found it useful, help us by sharing this post and don&#8217;t forget to check our <\/span><b>gluten-free London guide<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for celiac travelers, or the post on where to eat gluten-free in London, and our article on free walking tours in London in Spanish to make the most of your visit.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a great trip and enjoy London!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c7745861 gb-headline-text\"><strong>You might also be interested in reading:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-free-walking-tours-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><strong>Best Free Walking Tours in London in Spanish<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/london-in-1-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><strong>1-Day London Itinerary: guide for an express trip<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-309e5fbc gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c7a0e8a1 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc96bf4d gb-accordion__item gb-accordion__item-open\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-e7555f3f gb-accordion__toggle gb-block-is-current\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-e7555f3f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What should you not miss in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-bd1b236e\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bd1b236e\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Big Ben and Westminster, Tower Bridge, British Museum, National Gallery, Covent Garden, Soho, Camden, Hyde Park, St. Paul\u2019s, and a cruise along the Thames.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ec29cd6e gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-1ee22998 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-1ee22998\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What is the most beautiful place in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-753336c4\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-753336c4\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It depends on the style: Notting Hill is lovely, Chinatown has a wonderful charm at sunset, Piccadilly Circus at night is very impressive\u2026 It depends on what you like.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-32bcaba5 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-a1218e80 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-a1218e80\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>How many days is ideal to see London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-fc7fd19f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc7fd19f\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between 3 and 5 days for the essentials; with 7 days you can add alternative neighborhoods, markets, and excursions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8fb8346b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-394e0f3f gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-394e0f3f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What areas should you avoid in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-875c451c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-875c451c\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">London is generally safe; avoid poorly lit and very remote areas at night, and pay attention to pickpockets in tourist areas and on public transport.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-22ba9fa9 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-7065d8f2 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-7065d8f2\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What should I see in London for the first time?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-34744036\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34744036\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Westminster, Buckingham Palace and St. James\u2019s Park, Trafalgar Square and National Gallery, City and Tower Bridge, Covent Garden, Soho, British Museum, and a viewpoint (Sky Garden or The Shard).<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-db88b742 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-945896e5 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-945896e5\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>How much cash is recommended to carry in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-886e21b3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-886e21b3\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can pay for almost everything with a contactless card; carry between \u00a320\u2013\u00a350 for markets, restrooms, or small expenses where they don&#8217;t accept cards.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6a1a1f63 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-aac6c8a3 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-aac6c8a3\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What is the cheapest month to go to London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-9fb7fc6b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9fb7fc6b\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">January and February usually have cheaper flights and hotels; November also offers good deals outside of Christmas dates.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6d61ab2f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-b8cf7e61 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-b8cf7e61\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>Is it better to pay by card or cash in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-805e7281\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-805e7281\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Card\/contactless. It is accepted for almost everything: transport, museums, restaurants, and shops; cash is used less and less.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-32e52629 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-5718c908 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-5718c908\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What are Spanish citizens required to have to enter London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-06cf8577\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-06cf8577\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A valid passport (national ID cards are no longer accepted). For tourism up to 6 months, no visa is required; they may ask for proof of funds, accommodation, and a return ticket. Travel insurance is recommended. Currently, you must also apply for the <strong>Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)<\/strong> to be able to enter the United Kingdom. It is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c09d8cbb gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-d67fdef0 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-d67fdef0\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What can I do for free in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e9a3c405\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e9a3c405\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Museums like the British Museum, National Gallery, or Tate Modern; royal parks, Sky Garden with prior reservation, markets, and the Changing of the Guard.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-64757e14 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-b99b7aeb gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-b99b7aeb\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What is most typical of London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c91b4720\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c91b4720\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The red buses, phone booths, pub culture, afternoon tea, the royal parks, and their viewpoints over the Thames.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cbb5ac85 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-a68a0dce gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-a68a0dce\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What is a typical London dish?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-4b6ced76\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4b6ced76\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fish &amp; chips, Sunday roast, pie &amp; mash, and the full English breakfast; there are gluten-free versions in many places.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0e599f52 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-7fbe90bf gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-7fbe90bf\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>What is the best area to stay in London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-7aaa86c2\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7aaa86c2\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a first visit: Covent Garden\/Soho (central), South Kensington (family-friendly and well-connected), or King\u2019s Cross (good transport and more affordable prices).<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-086ad135 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-9b6cfbdc gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-9b6cfbdc\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>Oyster Card or contactless card for transport?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3b912f5f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3b912f5f\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use your contactless card or mobile (Apple\/Google Pay) and daily caps will apply; the Oyster works the same and is useful if you don&#8217;t have contactless.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0ce8cb67 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-da652f55 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-da652f55\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>How to get from the airport to central London?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-f7044bd8\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f7044bd8\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heathrow: Elizabeth Line or Piccadilly Line; 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