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Read on for all the things to do in London<\/a> that we’d put on our 3-day itinerary.<\/h1>\nDay 1<\/strong><\/h4>\nRise, shine, and get some exercise in one on London\u2019s gorgeous royal parks. The city\u2019s not lacking for green space, so you can take your pick of walking and jogging trails from Hyde Park (swing through Kensington Gardens to wave hi to Will and Kate) to Regent\u2019s Park, with its weeping willows and roses.<\/p>\n
Afterward, fuel up for the day over a full English at your hotel or a local pub and head off to soak up some royal history at Hampton Court Palace<\/a>, the 16th<\/sup>-century castle of Henry VIII and his ill-fated wives. Learn all about the trials and tribulations of court life under this tempestuous monarch, and then study the elegant Baroque additions made to the interiors by William and Mary.<\/p>\nCarry the elegance on into the afternoon with tea at the Kingsway Hall Hotel’s Harlequin Restaurant<\/a>, where you can sip steaming cups of English breakfast or floral-scented rosebud tea alongside finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and decadent chocolate truffles. It\u2019s the perfect treat to ease you into the evening, when you head into the bustle of Soho for a show in London\u2019s famous West End theater district. Catch a rousing musical or enjoy a spooky performance of long-running play The Woman in Black<\/em><\/a> to bring the curtain down on your first day in London.<\/p>\n\u00a0![\"Afternoon](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Afternoon-Tea-in-London.jpg\")
<\/strong><\/p>\nDay 2<\/strong><\/h4>\nKick off your day with a jaunt over to Windsor Castle, the preferred weekend residence of the Queen. Set on a wooded hill overlooking the Thames, this grand estate is home to works of art by Rembrandt and da Vinci as well as the final resting place of monarchs like Henry VIII. Explore with the expert guides at Golden Tours<\/a> to get extra insight into the history behind areas like the lavish State Rooms. Be sure to check out Queen Mary\u2019s Dolls\u2019 House, an incredible tiny structure complete with working elevators, electricity, and tiny bottles of wine.<\/p>\nBack in the heart of London, it\u2019s time for lunch. Head to Brick Lane and follow your nose to the area\u2019s famous Indian eateries for a flavorful curry, or opt to let a guide from Eating Europe Tours take you on a progressive lunch<\/a> through the hip East End, combining a walking tour of area eateries with bites of classic dishes.<\/p>\nAs the afternoon winds to a close and the sun sinks down, make your way into Whitechapel, the former stomping grounds of mysterious serial killer Jack the Ripper. Meet a guide from Premium Tours for an eerie look<\/a> into the darkest corners of London\u2019s past. Hear theories and legends about the notorious Ripper, who stalked London\u2019s streets and terrified its inhabitants at the end of the 19th<\/sup> century. Then, roam the lanes around Smithfield Market, listening to ghost stories and tales of true crime. The tour ends at the Sherlock Holmes Pub, the perfect place to swap stories over a pint and consider lingering for a plate of fish \u2018n\u2019 chips or other hearty pub fare for dinner.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Windsor-Castle-in-London-1.jpg\")
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Day 3<\/strong><\/h4>\nMosey on over to Marylebone for a morning of brunch and shopping in one of London\u2019s most charming neighborhoods. Pop into high-end boutiques, upscale patisseries, and cozy bookstores as you explore this chic urban village, and book a table in advance at the Providores<\/a> for delicious breakfast fare and top-notch people-watching.<\/p>\n
Rise, shine, and get some exercise in one on London\u2019s gorgeous royal parks. The city\u2019s not lacking for green space, so you can take your pick of walking and jogging trails from Hyde Park (swing through Kensington Gardens to wave hi to Will and Kate) to Regent\u2019s Park, with its weeping willows and roses.<\/p>\n
Afterward, fuel up for the day over a full English at your hotel or a local pub and head off to soak up some royal history at Hampton Court Palace<\/a>, the 16th<\/sup>-century castle of Henry VIII and his ill-fated wives. Learn all about the trials and tribulations of court life under this tempestuous monarch, and then study the elegant Baroque additions made to the interiors by William and Mary.<\/p>\n Carry the elegance on into the afternoon with tea at the Kingsway Hall Hotel’s Harlequin Restaurant<\/a>, where you can sip steaming cups of English breakfast or floral-scented rosebud tea alongside finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and decadent chocolate truffles. It\u2019s the perfect treat to ease you into the evening, when you head into the bustle of Soho for a show in London\u2019s famous West End theater district. Catch a rousing musical or enjoy a spooky performance of long-running play The Woman in Black<\/em><\/a> to bring the curtain down on your first day in London.<\/p>\n \u00a0 Kick off your day with a jaunt over to Windsor Castle, the preferred weekend residence of the Queen. Set on a wooded hill overlooking the Thames, this grand estate is home to works of art by Rembrandt and da Vinci as well as the final resting place of monarchs like Henry VIII. Explore with the expert guides at Golden Tours<\/a> to get extra insight into the history behind areas like the lavish State Rooms. Be sure to check out Queen Mary\u2019s Dolls\u2019 House, an incredible tiny structure complete with working elevators, electricity, and tiny bottles of wine.<\/p>\n Back in the heart of London, it\u2019s time for lunch. Head to Brick Lane and follow your nose to the area\u2019s famous Indian eateries for a flavorful curry, or opt to let a guide from Eating Europe Tours take you on a progressive lunch<\/a> through the hip East End, combining a walking tour of area eateries with bites of classic dishes.<\/p>\n As the afternoon winds to a close and the sun sinks down, make your way into Whitechapel, the former stomping grounds of mysterious serial killer Jack the Ripper. Meet a guide from Premium Tours for an eerie look<\/a> into the darkest corners of London\u2019s past. Hear theories and legends about the notorious Ripper, who stalked London\u2019s streets and terrified its inhabitants at the end of the 19th<\/sup> century. Then, roam the lanes around Smithfield Market, listening to ghost stories and tales of true crime. The tour ends at the Sherlock Holmes Pub, the perfect place to swap stories over a pint and consider lingering for a plate of fish \u2018n\u2019 chips or other hearty pub fare for dinner.<\/p>\n Mosey on over to Marylebone for a morning of brunch and shopping in one of London\u2019s most charming neighborhoods. Pop into high-end boutiques, upscale patisseries, and cozy bookstores as you explore this chic urban village, and book a table in advance at the Providores<\/a> for delicious breakfast fare and top-notch people-watching.<\/p>\n<\/strong><\/p>\nDay 2<\/strong><\/h4>\n
<\/p>\nDay 3<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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