London, United Kingdom - Travel Guide

By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.

Updated: 2026-06-16

London is a vibrant city with a rich history, diverse culture, and endless attractions. Visit to experience royal palaces, world-class museums, bustling nightlife, and amazing shopping.

Plan a trip to London

Top things to do in London

The must-see places in London include British Museum, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Shirley Sherwood Gallery, St James's Park and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 2-day itinerary for London

Here is what 2 days in London look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. St. Paul's Cathedral · City of London
  2. British Museum · Bloomsbury
  3. Sir John Soane's Museum · Holborn
  4. Covent Garden · Westminster
  5. St Pancras railway station · Camden
  6. Broadcasting House · Bloomsbury

Day 2

  1. The Shard · Southwark
  2. Tower Bridge
  3. Tower of London · Tower Hill
  4. Bevis Marks Synagogue
  5. 30 St Mary Axe
  6. 22 Bishopsgate · City of London

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in London?

British Museum, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Shirley Sherwood Gallery, St James's Park, London Eye

When is the best time to visit London?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in London?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in London. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for London?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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