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5-DAY ITINERARY · UNITED KINGDOM

5 days in London with kids

📅 5 days · 4 nights💵 ≈ US$1,539 per person with flights✈️ Priced for December 2026👨‍👩‍👧 Family🗓 Best: May–Sep, Dec
💵 About US$1,539 per person with flights from Toronto (US$6,157 for 2 adults and 2 children)

Priced for travel in December 2026. Prices change with dates: peak holidays cost more, quieter months less. Pick your own dates with “Customise this trip” and the planner shows prices for them.

Experience the best of London with your family on this exciting 5-day trip. From iconic landmarks to enchanting experiences, this itinerary is designed to create unforgettable memories for both kids and adults.

DAY 1Fly to United Kingdom
14:15🚆

Travel to the airport in Toronto

Taxi, ride-share or transit · arrive 3 hours before the flight · cost depends on where you live

18:00✈️

Flight from Toronto to London

Overnight flight · lands the next day at 06:30

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≈ US$529 pp
DAY 2Exploring the Tower of London and West End Show≈ US$335 pp
07:15🚆

Taxi to hotel

About 60 min from the airport

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US$14 pp
08:15🛏

Check-in at The Tower Hotel (3 nights)

3 nights in London · ~US$247 per night · Arriving before check-in time: leave your bags and explore · Tower Bridge

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US$185 pp
09:30📍

Tower of London

Explore the historic castle and see the Crown Jewels.

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US$21 pp
12:30🍽

Lunch at Dishoom Covent Garden

Enjoy delicious Indian cuisine in a vibrant setting.

US$14 pp
14:00📍

The London Eye

Take a ride for stunning views of the city.

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US$21 pp
15:15⭐

Rest after travelling

Free time to rest at the hotel or wander nearby

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at The Ivy

A classic British restaurant with a stylish atmosphere.

US$26 pp
20:00⭐

West End Show

Enjoy a family-friendly musical in the heart of London.

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US$53 pp
DAY 3Exploring London with Family≈ US$69 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at The Tower Hotel

At your hotel, or a café nearby

08:45🚆

Oyster card for public transport

For getting around today

US$2 pp
12:30🍽

Lunch near your sightseeing in London

Pick a local spot along the way

US$21 pp
15:00📍

Visit the Science Museum

Interactive exhibits perfect for kids and family fun.

Free
17:30🍽

Dinner at Honest Burgers

Delicious, homemade burgers in a casual setting.

US$18 pp
20:30📍

Visit the Shard for night views

Experience breathtaking views of London at night.

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US$28 pp
DAY 4London Eye & West End Show≈ US$62 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at The Tower Hotel

At your hotel, or a café nearby

08:45🚆

Oyster card for public transport

For getting around today

US$2 pp
09:15📍

Natural History Museum

Explore fascinating exhibits on nature and history.

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Free
12:30🍽

Lunch at The Diner

Enjoy classic American diner dishes in a family-friendly setting.

US$14 pp
14:00📍

Harry Potter Studio Tour

Experience the magic of Harry Potter films behind the scenes.

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US$28 pp
17:30🍽

Dinner at Pizza Express

Enjoy a family-friendly menu with delicious pizzas.

US$18 pp
DAY 5Back home≈ US$14 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at The Tower Hotel

At your hotel, or a café nearby

09:45⭐

Check-out from The Tower Hotel

Check out

Free
10:00🚆

Taxi to Heathrow Airport

Arrive 3 hours before the flight

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US$14 pp
14:00✈️

Flight from London to Toronto

Flight home

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≈ US$529 pp
🚆

Travel home from the airport

Taxi, ride-share or transit · cost depends on where you live

Prices are estimates per person, checked November 2026, for 4 travellers sharing, shown in US$. Times are a guide: check opening hours before you go. Booking links go to our travel partners; we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Planned with the Nanajee AI trip planner and reviewed by Nanajee Travels.

Questions about this trip

How much does a 5-day trip to London cost?

About US$1,539 per person (US$6,157 for 2 adults and 2 children) for this 5-day plan travelling in December 2026, including return flights from Toronto (about US$1,059) and 4 nights in a mid-range hotel, sharing a room. Without flights it is about US$481 per person. These are estimates checked in November 2026; prices change with dates, and peak holidays cost more.

What is the best time to visit London?

May to September for long days in the parks; December for lights, markets and pantomimes.

How many days do you need in London?

5 days (including travel days) covers the highlights: Exploring the Tower of London and West End Show; Exploring London with Family; London Eye & West End Show. For a slower pace or more day trips, add a day or two with “Customise this trip”.

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. Press “Customise this trip” and the free Nanajee planner opens with this trip filled in. Change the length, dates, budget, who is coming or your home city, and you get a new day-by-day plan with costs in about a minute.

How do you get around London?

This plan uses taxi and domestic flight to get between places; local transport costs about US$32 per person for the whole trip. Each journey is shown on the day it happens, with its time and cost.

Where should you stay in London?

This plan uses The Tower Hotel (The Tower Hotel, London) (or similar), 3 nights in total, chosen to be close to the places you visit. Hotels cost about US$185 per person for the trip, sharing a room. You can pick a different hotel or area with “Customise this trip”.

Is this itinerary good for kids?

Yes. It is planned for 2 adults and 2 children, with family-friendly stops, meals at sensible times and realistic travel times between places. Tell the planner your children’s ages with “Customise this trip” to fine-tune it.