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3 Days in London

By Cara Merren

From museums, monuments, landmarks, and art galleries, London has lots to offer. See it all for less with our example three-day itinerary and make your next London trip a memorable one.

Is the London Pass Worth It?

The London Pass® is a great deal, especially for first-timers or even locals who want to check out the most visit-worthy attractions. Save up to 43% with your pass. With The London Pass®, you pay £119, but you would pay about £209.90 if you bought tickets individually for all the attractions listed in the 3-day itinerary!

That’s a savings of £90.90! Plus, you get the flexibility to pick your own adventure if you don't want to be more adventurous and have more control.

What's Included?

You get access to major attractions like the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, and more. We offer a well-rounded list of attractions, touching on history, architecture, and some scenic views with the Uber Boat by Thames Clippers.

Day One

Start with a Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour (£37), which gives you an overview of the city. Then you've got the Tower of London (£33.60) for a dose of history and bling (don't miss the Crown Jewels). Tower Bridge (£12.30) offers spectacular views, and St. Paul's Cathedral (£23) wraps up the day with some amazing architecture.

Day Two

Begin with a ride on the Uber Boat by Thames Clippers (£23) for a different perspective of London from the river. Next, visit the Old Royal Naval College (£15) for more history and maybe some Instagram worthy moments. Then hop into the Royal Observatory (£18) for a cosmic experience and the Cutty Sark (£18) for maritime vibes.

Day Three

Windsor Castle (£30) is the big ticket for the day. It's outside London, so make sure you plan your travel accordingly.

3 Day Saving

Extra Tips

  • Book in Advance: Even though the pass offers flexibility, some attractions may require advance booking, so keep that in mind.

  • Travel Costs: The pass doesn't include transportation to places like Windsor Castle, so account for those extra costs.

  • 90-Day Cancellation: The London Pass® offers a 90-day cancellation policy, which allows you a refund on any unused passes within 90 days of purchase.

Final Thoughts

For a 3-day blitz through London, The London Pass® is a great option. You'll save money and time, especially if you're planning on seeing these big-ticket attractions anyway. Just remember to factor in additional costs like travel and maybe some meals on the go.

So there you have it! Whether you're into a pre-set 3-day itinerary or you want to freestyle your three days in London, The London Pass® offers both savings and flexibility. Enjoy your trip! 🇬🇧

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Celebrate a royal tradition

See the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace You can’t visit London without a glimpse of the iconic Buckingham Palace, home of the British monarchy and one of the largest – and certainly most opulent – palaces in the world. The ‘Changing of the Guard’ is one of the oldest traditions to take place at the palace and a unique event that really, you ought not to miss. The ceremony occurs when a new guard changes places with the one on duty – however, it’s not as simple as checking off your time sheet, it is a perfectly practiced and choreographed routine and part of the Palace’s history and tradition. To fill you in with a bit of history, the Guard which mounts at Buckingham Palace is called The Queen’s Guard and is divided into two Detachments: the Buckingham Palace Detachment (who are in charge of looking after Buckingham Palace) and the St James’s Palace Detachment (who are in charge of St James’s Palace). Just like it says on the tin. Household Troops have guarded the Sovereign and the Royal Palaces since 1660, however, bet you didn’t know that the sovereign lived mainly at the Palace of Whitehall until 1689, where they were guarded by their own Household Cavalry. It was only when Queen Victoria moved into Buckingham Palace in 1837 from St James’s Palace that the Queen's Guard remained at St James's, with a detachment guarding Buckingham Palace, the same as it does today. Who knew... A sentry, or soldier, in front of the palace will be on duty for a two-hour period and every 10 minutes they will come to attention and march 15 paces across the post. Each sentry will do this four to five times before halting. Take our word for it - it's better in person, you have to be there to appreciate it! The ‘Changing of the Guard’ takes place in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace daily from April until June and is held at 11:30am. Foot Guards will usually be wearing their full-dress uniform of red tunics and bearskins and be accompanied by a Guards Band, which plays a range of traditional military marches, as well as songs from films and musicals and even famous pop songs. If you’ve already seen it and fancy something else, Buckingham Palace isn’t the only place to see the Changing of the Guard. Windsor Castle – the official weekend residence of the Queen – also hosts its own ceremony outside the Horse Guards Arch, daily at 11am. Kill two birds with one stone and visit the castle when you’re there, too! To find out more about the schedule and tradition, click here.
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Chelsea FC Stadium Tour: FAQs

What is the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour? What can I see and do during the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour? On the self-guided, multimedia, multi-language Chelsea FC Stadium Tour—free with your London Pass—you whisk yourself around the most exclusive parts of Stamford Bridge. Aided by the multimedia guide, you’ll see the home dressing room, where there’ll be plenty of opportunities to snap a pic of you next to your favourite player’s shirt. Then you’ll be in the tunnel, feeling that buzz of matchday excitement, that moment you’ve seen so often on your TV, of the players all speaking to one another behind cupped mouths, awkwardly holding hands with their Mini-Me mascots. As you head out into the cauldron of Stamford Bridge itself, you’ll really get a sense of the bear pit-like layout of the ground. Take another few pics of yourself in the manager’s dugout, taking note after note about what you’ll say to spur on the guys at half time, questioning if now is the time to debut your revolutionary 7-man attack, and dreaming about how much better everything would be if Hazard was still here. Next up, soak in the stadium from pitchside, before heading for a debrief in the Press Room. Throughout the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour, your multimedia guide will be feeding you a steady stream of fantastic and informative extra content, including stunning videos, 360-degree films, archive footages and quizzes. The best thing about the multimedia tour which, we’ll repeat, is 100% free to those with a London Pass, is that you can take it at your own speed. You’re not hurried from one room to the next, so you get plenty of opportunity to get the snaps you need to show off to everyone back home. I heard there was a museum and a chance to get some merch... The tour ends with a trip to the museum, included with the multimedia tour, which itself is included with your London Pass. This is the place to really get deep into the history of this storied club, learning about legends present, past and future. Then you’ve got freedom to explore the club shop and pick up some Chelsea merch. What other tour options are there? You can prebook a Classic Stadium Tour, which is a more traditional tour with a dedicated tour guide. The Classic Stadium Tour departs at 3.10pm every day. You’ll get lots of insider info from the knowledgeable guide as you make your way through the stadium’s most exclusive player and staff areas. This experience is only available in English. Chelsea nuts will want to stay up to date with the latest Legends Tours. These tours are guided by different Chelsea FC legends, each of whom comes with fascinating and funny stories from their time at the club. As part of this tour option, you’ll get a photo of yourself with the club’s silverware to take home with you. You also get ample time to quiz the legend on their life and times at Chelsea FC, offering new perspectives on the lives of footballers and what it means to be a part of The Blues’ history and legacy. These tours need to be booked in advance and are not included with your London Pass. What do all the tour options cost? The Chelsea FC Multimedia Tour is free with the London Pass. It can’t be rebooked when coming with the London Pass. Otherwise, the Multimedia Tour is £24 for adults, £15 for those aged 15 and under, and £16 for concessions (registered disabled, students with valid ID and senior citizens), while under 5s and carers go free. The Classic Guided Tour costs £30 for adults, £22 for children, £23 for concessions and under 5s and carers go free. Legends Tours cost £80 per ticket, with all tickets priced the same. Carers, however, get in free. If you just want to see the Chelsea FC Museum, adults get in for £12, children £10, concessions £11 and under 5s and carers for free. Access to the Chelsea FC Museum is completely free for London Pass holders. When is the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour and Museum open for business? Tours depart twice an hour, between 10am and 3pm every day of the week. Except for days when there’s a home game or European fixture. On selected match days, you can still take a guided tour or stadium viewing. Check with the Chelsea FC website for more details here. The Chelsea Museum is open every day from 9.30am until 5pm. The museum is open on selected match days. Is the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour fully accessible? What languages is the multimedia tour available in? The Chelsea FC Multimedia Tour is now available in 12 languages. These are English, Arabic, Thai, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin), Hebrew, Russian, Portuguese, German, French, Spanish and Italian. How do I get to Stamford Bridge for the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour? It’s best to travel by public transport. Fulham Broadway, on the District Line, is the closest tube station and is less than 5 minutes walk away from the stadium. West Brompton and Imperial Wharf Overground stations are both a 15 minute walk from Stamford Bridge. Buses stopping outside Stamford Bridge on Fulham road are the numbers 13, 211 and 414. What if I want to see a game? Well, the London Pass comes in handy then too. You can save on premium tickets to Chelsea home games using the London Pass Concierge Site. The London Pass concierge site can also be used to get home tickets for Arsenal games at the Emirates, Crystal Palace home games at Selhurst Park, Tottenham games at the brand spanking new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and West Ham United Games at London Stadium. Check the London Pass Concierge site for more details here. So those are all the main points you need to know about the Chelsea FC Stadium Tour. You'll find more attraction FAQs on the London Pass Blog. For instance, this one.
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Glorious Georges: Every Generation has a Story

“Every generation has a story” is the catch phrase for the new Glorious Georges exhibition launching on the 17th April and running until 30th November. Featuring the three generations of Georges from 1714 to 1840, this exhibition celebrates the 300th anniversary of the Hanoverian ascension to the British throne, across the Historic Royal Palaces; Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace and Kew Palace. If you love the British monarchy and want to explore the rich history of the royal family over the 18th and 19th century – including the gory details and saucy secrets – then this is definitely worth a visit! Get a teaser of what to expect in their video: George I at Hampton Court Palace As the first Hanoverian monarch to rule England, it was quite a shock to the English system when George I came to throne and reigned from 1714-1727. Originally born in Germany, it didn’t help when trying to win the hearts of the English public that he didn’t speak a word of English and instead took regular trips back to his home country. What also made him unpopular was the scandal surrounding his mistress, Melusine, who took the role of Queen in all but name, while his real wife was left locked up in Germany. Charming! Hampton Court Palace is one of England’s most famous palaces and is a must-see on your trip to London. Explore the Queen’s State Apartments and admire royal objects and artwork from George I’s court to take you back in time. Discover the characters from the early 1700s and get involved with the most bitter of rivalries. For an even more unique experience, there’s even an interactive olfactory tour where you can follow a smell map to tour the royal palace. Hampton Court Palace stages many special events over the summer, so get ahead and plan in advance from chocolate making and farmers markets, to salacious gossip tours and family festivals. For more information, check out their 'what's on' page. Guided tours at Hampton Court Palace Join in on one of the guided tours at Hampton Court Palace and learn about the secrets and scandals of life in court. Be led around this stunning historic building by a tour guide and discover even more of King Henry VIII... George II at Kensington Palace From 1726 to 1760, George II and his wife Queen Caroline held rule at court and although as a couple they had a more conventional relationship than their predecessors, there were some tempestuous times, too. George II had a mistress (as was the ‘done thing’ in those days) who was Caroline’s Woman of the Bedchamber, which made for a cosy coupling. However, it was rumoured that George II chose her for her discretion. Caroline and George both had strong characters themselves; it seems that George suffered from what we would now call OCD with his obsession with routine and order, while Caroline was a bit of a brain-box and one of the most accomplished women in Europe. Unfortunately George never gave her credit for her intellect, instead dismissing it as an interest in “lettered nonsense” even though she steered most of his political decisions... Discover the life of George II and his court at Kensington Palace. This central London palace was the perfect place to nurture the era of culture, fashion and music and in the King’s State Apartments you can learn about the courtiers, ladies and lords of that time. Visit Kensington Palace this summer for a wide spectrum of special events such as an Easter Trail, a Georgian family day in June, as well as a family festival and fashion show! For something more edifying there are lots of historic and educational events for adults, from the Hanoverian’s succession to the throne, to Queen Caroline’s political and social influence. Find out more, here. George III at Kew Palace As the first of the Hanoverian kings to be born in England, George III was a huge support for industry and technological innovation and later suffered from bouts of mental illness which led to his (rather unfortunate) nickname of the “mad king”. Charlotte, his wife, grew up in Mecklenberg-Strelitz a rather rural court and so by nature was a keen botanist and of high intellect, too. This meant that she had a keen interest in Kew Gardens and its exotic flowers, imported in by Joseph Banks. So much so that the Bird of Paradise was named Streletzia Regina in honour of Charlotte, the Queen. Kew Gardens is great in the summer and perfect if you’re travelling with a family. With 121 hectares to explore, including a glass house, tree walk and thousands of new blooms it’s a breath-taking oasis in the West of London. Did you know the tall pagoda which still stands today was commissioned by George III who was a budding student of architecture and exotic buildings? There’s a huge range of things to do at Kew Gardens from spring until summer, including evening tours, Jellymania to celebrate Queen Charlotte’s birthday and a gin and cake tasting evening. Enjoy the special events in Kew and explore the lush grounds as they come into flower over the season. Plan your trip in advance, and book ahead if necessary. Note: Historic Royal Palace Special Events may be subject to extra admission costs Entry to Kensington Palace, Hampton Court Palace and Kew Gardens is included with The London Pass. Why not add on a Travelcard, too, to take care of all your transport needs, including a ticket to Hampton Court! It’s simple: save time, save money and save hassle when sightseeing in London with one all-inclusive card: The London Pass.
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