Hi Reader!

This summer, I finally made it to London for the first time! It was part of our big London + Paris trip, and since we had never been before, I wanted to give ourselves enough time to really experience the city.

At first, one week in London might sound like too much, but it turned out to be the perfect pace. We covered the major highlights - Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, saw three(!) West End theatre shows, and visited the very popular Harry Potter Studio Tour. We also fit in a day trip to Windsor, Stonehenge, and Bath to get a taste of the English countryside.

➡️ London Itinerary: How we spent 7 days on our first visit​

One of the highlights of our trip was the Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Walking through the sets, seeing the props, and learning about the special effects made the movies come alive. If you’re a Harry Potter fan, it’s a must-do.

➡️ Harry Potter Studio Tour: Our Experience​

We also spent a full day outside London visiting Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Bath on a guided tour. It was a packed day, but worth it to see three iconic places in a single day. From the grandeur of Windsor Castle to the mystery of Stonehenge and the charm of Bath town, it gave us a nice glimpse of England beyond London.

I am really loving the convenience of structured tours when we are short on time and want to maximize our time in a new destination.

➡️ Day Trip to Windsor, Stonehenge, and Bath​

In case you missed it, here are my other recent Europe posts:

• ​4 Day Paris Itinerary for First Timers​
• ​Our memorable 4 Days in Switzerland Itinerary​

PS: If you’ve been to London, what was your favorite part? Or if you’re dreaming of going, what’s at the top of your list? Hit reply and let me know!

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Until next time,

Anu Agarwal (she/her)

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