Explore London
Central / West End
The heart of London rewards a slow wander as much as a tick list. Between the royal parks and a clutch of free museums, you can fill a whole day without spending much at all.
Plan a day in Central / West End
- A free day
- First-time London
- Rain-friendly
Worth your time here
The Wallace Collection
A free museum of art and armour in a Marylebone townhouse, with a glass-roofed courtyard cafe. Rarely crowded, easy to talk in.
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St James's Park
The prettiest of the royal parks, with a lake, resident pelicans and a postcard view toward Buckingham Palace.
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Sky Garden
A free public garden near the top of the Walkie Talkie tower, with sweeping views over the city. Book a slot ahead.
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Daunt Books, Marylebone
An Edwardian bookshop with long oak galleries and a stained-glass window, loved for its travel room.
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