Citorah says

Cross to the South Bank and walk the river east — the London Eye, the Tate Modern (free), the Globe, toward Tower Bridge. One of the best free afternoons in the city.

From 4 Days in London 2026: The Perfect Itinerary, under “Day 1 — Westminster & the river”.

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Price
free

As the guide had it on 16 May 2026. Check prices and hours with the place itself before you go.

  • Citorah PickHotel · South Bank / Waterloo

    The Hoxton Southwark

    Citorah says The Hoxton's South Bank hotel, at 40 Blackfriars Road.

  • Citorah PickMarket · South Bank / Waterloo

    Borough Market

    Citorah says The famous one, by London Bridge. Touristy now, but still a real produce market with excellent stalls. Go mid-morning on a weekday to beat the crush.

  • Citorah PickSight

    St Paul's Cathedral

    Citorah says The City of London — St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London (book ahead), Tower Bridge.

  • Citorah PickVenue · South Bank / Waterloo

    The Old Vic

    Citorah says It's a riverside walk and a theatre district: the National Theatre on the South Bank, The Old Vic on The Cut, and the Bridge Theatre between City Hall and Tower Bridge.

The guides it’s in

  • London · Itineraries

    4 Days in London 2026: The Perfect Itinerary

    A day-by-day London itinerary that splits the city sensibly — Westminster, the museums, the East End, the markets. Built for a 2026 city break.

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