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London for a first-timer

A trip from September 12, 2006 to September 14, 2006, travelling to London, Richmond
This is a trip plan for my teammate, Keri, and her husband … More  
This is a trip plan for my teammate, Keri, and her husband (the first-timer). Having lived in London for the past 9 years, I wanted to create the quintessential London experience in 3 days. Hence, the itinerary is pretty agressive.

The trip has been carefully planned so that each item on the itinerary flows geographically, although I haven't been able to place the items in the exact order I would like, so you should read the notes.

Day 1 starts in Central London and moves across Westminster bridge, eastwards down the Southbank, through Canary Wharf and over to Greenwich. Before returning to London Bridge and Central London in the evening.

Day 2 focuses on South-West London solely.

While Day 3 offers a chance to get out of the hustle and bustle through a boat trip to Richmond & Kew in the morning before heading pack to Central London and Covent Garden in the evening.
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09/12/2006 to 09/14/2006
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Tue 09/12/06 (day 1) - London

In 8821 trips
London Eye (Millennium Wheel)
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Known as both the London Eye and the Millennium Wheel, this huge 450-foot ferris wheel on the South Bank gives a fab …
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London Eye (Millennium Wheel)
Westminster Bridge Road
London, SE1 7PB
United Kingdom
+44 870 5000 600
Tue Sep 12 6:00am - Tue Sep 12 12:00pm
Notes
This is the single best tourist attraction in London - especially on a sunny day! Believe the hype. When you're finished, walk eastwards down the southbank towards the OXO tower and tower bridge.
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Cabinet War Rooms
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As the outbreak of war became ever more likely at the end of the 1930s, this maze of interlocking rooms and tunnels …
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Cabinet War Rooms
King Charles Street
London, SW1A 2AQ
United Kingdom
+44 20 7930 6961
Tue Sep 12 6:00am - Tue Sep 12 12:00pm
Notes
Even if you're not interested in WWII this is a fascinating and unmissable place - much more interesting than the museums in my view!
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Big Ben
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"Big Ben" is the name of the clock inside the famous tower that also forms part of the Houses of Parliament. Its imp …
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Big Ben
Bridge Street
London, SW1A 2NE
United Kingdom
+44 870 156 6366
Tue Sep 12 6:00am - Tue Sep 12 12:00pm
Notes
This isn't really a "thing to do" just take a couple of pictures and you'll be done!
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Houses of Parliament
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For over 900 years this impressive assemblage of Gothic buildings has been the home of British government. The build …
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Houses of Parliament
Westminster Rd
London, SW1A 0AA
United Kingdom
+44 20 7219 4272
Tue Sep 12 6:00am - Tue Sep 12 12:00pm
Notes
This is one of my favourite buildings - amazingly detailed architecture. Unless you're really interested in politics I wouldn't bother going in though.
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Oxo Tower Restaurant
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This prestigious establishment commands magnificent views of the river Thames and people frequent the place in …
Restaurant
Oxo Tower Restaurant
Bargehouse Street
London, SE1 9PH
United Kingdom
+44 20 7803 3800
Tue Sep 12 11:00am - Tue Sep 12 1:00pm
Notes
OK - I've never eaten here. But everyone I know who has recommends it. The views are supposed to be amazing and it fits well into the geography of your trip.
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Tate Modern
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Opened in 2000, this gallery has amazed industry insiders, art lovers and tourists and detractors are few and far be …
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Tate Modern
Sumner Street
London, SE1 9TG
United Kingdom
+44 20 7887 8888
Tue Sep 12 12:00pm - Tue Sep 12 6:00pm
Notes
The classic modern museum, just a short walk from the OXO tower.
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Tower Bridge
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Designed by Sir Horace Jones and opened in 1894, Tower Bridge is famous the world over. Due to the volume of river t …
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Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge Road
London, SE1 2UP
United Kingdom
+44 20 7403 3761
Tue Sep 12 12:00pm - Tue Sep 12 6:00pm
Notes
So the Americans thought this was London Bridge? ;o)

Check out the gorgeous Shad Thames area on the south side of the bridge then walk over it to Tower Gateway DLR station
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Cutty Sark
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The Cutty Sark is the last surviving tall ship left in the world. Designed by Hercules Linton, the Cutty Sark was re …
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Cutty Sark
King William Walk
London, SE10
United Kingdom
Tue Sep 12 12:00pm - Tue Sep 12 6:00pm
Notes
The cutty sark isn't that spectacular, but it's the first thing you see when you arrive in Greenwich which is almost like a little village within London.
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Greenwich Park
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Formerly a Tudor hunting park, Greenwich Park was redesigned by the Versailles landscaper, Andre Le Note, in the 166 …
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Greenwich Park
Blackheath Gate
London, SE10 8QY
United Kingdom
+44 (0)20 8858 2608
Tue Sep 12 12:00pm - Tue Sep 12 6:00pm
Notes
After the Cutty Sark walk to Greenwich park and up to the observatory where you'll get a fantastic view of Canary Wharf and London.
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The Hempel
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From the entrance dominated by countless single orchids to the cavernous lobby, a luxurious eastern ambiance permeates …
Hotel
The Hempel
31-35 Craven Hill Gardens
London, England W2 3EA
United Kingdom
20-7298-9000
Tue Sep 12 2:00pm - Thu Sep 14 3:00pm
Notes
This is the only hotel I've stayed at in London. Its all about style, zen and minimalism. So much so that you might walk straight past the hotel whose front facade is several Georgian houses. Check out the mini cannisters of oxygen in the fridge!
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The Narrow Street Pub and Dining Room
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44 Narrow Street
London, E14 8DP
United Kingdom
0871 0752332
Tue Sep 12 3:00pm - Tue Sep 12 4:00pm
Notes
Get off the DLR at Limehouse and walk towards the river to have an afternoon beer on the terrace at my favourite riverside pub.
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Champor Champor
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Ethnic paintings, masks, curios, and art pieces are the key eye-catchers as you step into Champor-Champor. The …
Restaurant
62-64 Weston Street
London, SE1 3QJ
United Kingdom
+44 20 7403 4600
Tue Sep 12 6:00pm - Tue Sep 12 8:00pm
Notes
Make sure you book in advance to reserve the romantic mezzanine table at this weird and wonderful place.
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Canary Wharf Tower
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London's second financial district is dominated by the tallest building in Europe. At some 800ft high, this building …
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Canary Wharf Tower
1 Canada Square
London, E14
United Kingdom
+44 20 7418 2000
Tue Sep 12 6:00pm - Wed Sep 13 12:00am
Notes
Get back on the DLR at Limehouse towards Lewisham. You'll then go on this toy train through the impressive new financial district of London. You can get off and take pics if you like or just admire the view from the large windows on the driverless DLR train.

Get off at Island Gardens and walk under the thames in the foot tunnel to the Cutty Sark!
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Rockwell
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Few establishments are as impressive as Rockwell, at the Trafalgar Hilton Hotel - it boasts of a trendy bar and a so …
Entertainment
2 Spring Gardens
London, SW1A 2TS
United Kingdom
+44 20 7870 2900
Tue Sep 12 6:00pm - Wed Sep 13 12:00am
Notes
This is a really cool bar, spacious and great drinks. May not be that happening mid week though.
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Wed 09/13/06 (day 2) - London

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Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens
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An oasis of tranquility in central London, Hyde Park, together with Kensington Gardens to the west, is the largest o …
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Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens
West Carriage Drive
London, W2 2UH
United Kingdom
+44 20 7298 2100
Wed Sep 13 6:00am - Wed Sep 13 12:00pm
Notes
A ahort walk from your hotel, no trip to London would be complete without a stroll in Hyde park.
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Mandarin Kitchen
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The winner of the Oriental Restaurant of the Year title in the Moet & Chandon London Restaurant awards could be …
Restaurant
14-16 Queensway
London, W2
United Kingdom
+44 20 7727 9012
Wed Sep 13 11:00am - Wed Sep 13 1:00pm
Notes
Mandarin Kitchen is conveniently located in the Bayswater area and is reknowned for its Lobster noodle dish amongst my Chinese friends. A possible lunch option if you don't feel like Khan's.
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Khan's
Possibly the most famous Indian restaurant in London. Not necessarily the best but tasty, quick and cheap!
Restaurant
Wed Sep 13 11:00am - Wed Sep 13 1:00pm
Notes
It would be a shame to visit London and not have a curry, Khans is a great option near Hyde park and the Hempel.
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Laduree at Harrods
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Laduree, located inside Harrods , is the place to go when you want to taste the best macaroons, cakes, pastries and …
Shopping
Laduree at Harrods
87 Brompton Road
London, SW1X 7XL
United Kingdom
+44 (0)20 3155 0111
Wed Sep 13 12:00pm - Wed Sep 13 6:00pm
Notes
Legend has it that you can buy anything you want at Harrods. Surely not great travel deals though right? It's a really fun place and you can easily spend hours there.

You could also have your lunch near in the numerous eateries.
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Science Museum
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With seven floors this science museum allows one to explore the history of technology and glimpse into the future. S …
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Science Museum
Exhibition Road
London, SW7 2DD
United Kingdom
+44 870 870 4868
Wed Sep 13 12:00pm - Wed Sep 13 6:00pm
Notes
I love this place - been here a few times. We do work in tech after all!
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V&A South Kensington
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Predominantly a decorative arts museum, the V&A is a comprehensive collection of sculpture, furniture, glass, photog …
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V&A South Kensington
Cromwell Road
London, SW7 2RL
United Kingdom
+44 20 7942 2000
Wed Sep 13 12:00pm - Wed Sep 13 6:00pm
Notes
Not sure if you will have time to do both museums, the V&A is certainly the more traditional of the two.
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Blakes Hotel
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The Blakes Hotel London is a seductive design journey through India, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia and …
Hotel
Blakes Hotel
33 Roland Gardens
London, England SW7 3PF
United Kingdom
20-7370-6701
Wed Sep 13 2:00pm - Wed Sep 13 3:00pm
Notes
Make the short walk over to Blakes hotel for dinner after you're all museumed out. This ia another Anouska Hempel creation, and no, she's not paying me for this! This is one of the most romantic/glamourous restaurants in London and the food is excellent. Make sure you book in advance!
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Nam Long Le Shaker
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This bankers' hangout has the best cocktails in London. The narrow bar, lined with colonial-style wicker chairs …
Restaurant
159 Old Brompton Road
London, SW3 1QP
United Kingdom
+44 20 7373 1926
Wed Sep 13 6:00pm - Wed Sep 13 8:00pm
Notes
Oh yes! This place is worth coming to London for alone. First of all, don't eat here - the food is outrageously over priced and pretty standard. You come here for the flaming ferraris. Make sure you have your camera ready. One should be enough, but try 2 if you dare ;o)
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Thu 09/14/06 (day 3) - Richmond

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Kew Gardens
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Started in 1759 by Princess Augusta, her hobby developed into one of the most famous collections of flowers the worl …
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Kew Gardens
Kew Green
Richmond, TW9 3AB
United Kingdom
+44 20 8332 5655
Thu Sep 14 6:00am - Thu Sep 14 12:00pm
Notes
I think the final day could begin with a refreshing jaunt to the outskirts of London. You can take a ferry from Westminster to either Kew or Richmond, depending on what you want to do first.
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i want u to help me pls
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I want to travel London and Scotland, with a little Ireland thrown in for fun. Is there any suggestions?
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Sarah (View Sarah's trips)
I plan on going to Scotland in the fall, and we are most likely going to fly into London first and then rent a car. My friend is a go with the flow kind of person and doesn't like to be tied down to a very specific itinerary, what do you suggest we see and do?
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