If you are exploring London on your own, arrive at Westminster Underground station (Circle, District and Jubilee lines). The attractions within walking distance are Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, as well as London Eye, London Aquarium, London Dungeon.
Houses of Parliament has guided and audio tours, best to purchase online in advance.
Tickets to Westminster Abbey can be purchased right there, or also online before the visit. Westminster Abbey has audio tour that you can also download to your mobile device before the visit.
Once you have explored The Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey, you can cross Westminster Bridge on foot, it is a nice walk. From the bridge, or after you cross it, you can take fantastic pictures of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament.
London Eye is right there after you cross the bridge. If you haven't purchased a ticket online in advance, be prepared to wait in line as London Eye is one of the most popular attractions in London. If you are buying a ticket online, consider buying skip-the-line ticket. Learn more about London Eye. The views from London Eye are magnificent. On a clear day you can see as far as 40 km.
London Dungeon and London Aquarium are also nearby. These are fun to visit with kids.
Walk to nearby Waterloo Underground station. Take Northern Line train to Leicester Square. It is 3-stop ride, will take you 10 minutes.
Have lunch in one of Covent Garden area restaurants: there are multiple options. Some include having a bite at St.Martin's courtyard, Covent Garden Market or numerous Chinatown restaurants near Leicester Square tube station.
After lunch and having some rest, why not explore the Covent Garden area. Nearby attractions include Covent Garden market, Royal Opera House, London Transport Museum, London Film Museum with Bond in Motion exhibition. Learn more about things to do and see at Covent Garden.
Even though it may seem just like a couple of hours of activities, it is more than that, and might get tiresome. It might be a good idea to head back to hotel before evening set of activities.
London is home to many great theaters. Famous The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Mamma Mia, The Lion King have been performed in London for years and continue staying as popular today as they when they just opened. Most shows start at 19.30. Learn more and buy tickets online.
