Going solo is a great big adventure! London was perfect for my
solo adventure! I had 2.5 days in London, and it was amazing, even with the
incessant rain! So, what would one, all by themselves do in London, you ask?
You can do anything!! There are so many things to do, so many sights to see, so
many experiences awaiting you! Always do your research and plan your activities
well. It does pay because you would not want to waste a single moment! My
interests were guided sightseeing, walking around and soaking in the atmosphere
and theatre.
My research led me to TKTS the evening I reached London.
It’s a ticketing counter where you get tickets at a discounted price for shows
that run - the present day, the next day and the day after. Its pretty neat! I
purchased a ticket for the next day, for the Show-of-the-Week, a comedy, for 30
pounds and I got a seat right in front of the stage!! I had the best time in
London at Criterion Theatre.
TKTS at Leicester Square |
Criterion Theatre |
I took some time figuring out the subway, and Google maps
really helped me. Navigating to the station was a challenge for me but once I
got there, it was real easy to buy a ticket, change trains and take the correct
exit!
Walking tours proved to be ideal to me. I get the guidance I
look for to get to places and learn the importance of the sights I visit. It
also puts me in a group doing an activity, so you don’t feel awkward and
obligated to get along with the group you walk with. I did a walking tour in
the morning and it was refreshing. We started at Westminster train station and
covered some of the main sights; the Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Royal Park and
ended at Trafalgar Square. What I wanted to explore more of was the Royal Park!
It looked very pleasant and interesting and I wish I had more time to explore
it.
Westminister Abbey |
Buckingham Palace |
Ghost Bus Tour!! Sounds spooky? It was spooky comedy! It was
hilarious and I loved every minute! It covers the haunted history of the
London’s best and famous landmarks, with a funny twist. The Bus is on-spot!
I booked a day tour that took me around St. Paul’s
Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, the must-do River Thames boat
ride, Greenwich and the London Eye. The Cathedral was huge and beautiful. I
enjoyed the Tower of London experience. Watching the Tower Bridge go by while
on a boat is a must do for me! Greenwich was picturesque. London eye was the
perfect end to this tour!
St.Paul's cathedral |
Tower Bridge of London |
Link to TKTS: https://officiallondontheatre.com/tkts/
Link to Hello London Walking Tour: https://www.walks.com/our-walks/this-is-london-flash-bang-lightning-highlights-tour-1/
Ghost Bus Tour: https://www.theghostbustours.com/london/
London Day Tour: https://www.goldentours.com/the-total-london-experience