🇬🇧 London｜5 Days 4 Nights Full Travel Guide + Itinerary

Spent five relaxed yet fulfilling days in London. Not sure if it was the thrill of a long-awaited trip or the soothing evening breeze along the Thames, but it was absolutely magical 💫 Sharing a smooth and practical itinerary below for reference ⬇️ ❤️ Day 1 Arrived in London ✈️ The British Museum 🏛️ No booking needed—free entry! The museum is enormous with well-preserved antiques. Allow at least 2-3 hours. Da Hu Ren Jia 🥢 Met high school friends at this Shanghai-style restaurant. Sweet and sour squirrel fish was authentic, braised pork with tofu and xiaolongbao were also delicious. ~£50-60 per person. ❤️ Day 2 Big Ben 🕰️ + London Eye 🎡 Must-visit landmarks on opposite sides of the bridge. Big Ben is fully restored now—classic British vibes ✨ The London Eye against the Thames is incredibly romantic. Photo spots 📸: = Westminster Station exit = The National COVID Memorial Wall = West side of Westminster Bridge SOHO + Oxford Street/Bond Street/Regent Street 🛍️ Famous streets perfect for shopping and photos! Note: Most shops close after 7 PM. Chinatown 🥡 ❤️ Day 3 Somerset House ☕ A beautiful building perfect for coffee and sunbathing on a nice day. Ludgate Hill A hidden gem with stunning photo opportunities. St. Paul’s Cathedral ⛪️ Breathtaking when sunlight pours in. The exquisite design never gets old. Madison Bar 🍹 A lovely rooftop bar—walk-ins only, no reservations. Tower of London + Tower Bridge 🌉 ❤️ Day 4 Brick Lane Market 🧥 East London’s vintage market with great second-hand finds. Recommended: Nordic, Gentlewench, and the underground market. Bought a gorgeous black leather jacket here! ❤️ Day 5 Notting Hill ⛲️ West London gives off a chill, aristocratic vibe. Clean and pretty streets ideal for city walks. Recommended route: = Ladbroke Grove Station + colorful terraced houses = Portobello Road Market (open Saturdays) = Notting Hill Bookstore Hyde Park 🦢 Ended the trip strolling through Hyde Park, watching swans—apparently all owned by the Queen! #StudyAbroad #London #TravelGuide #UKTravel #LondonLife #LondonPhotos #LondonFood 🌍