When you’re trying to coordinate the best royal things to do in London, are you making big mistakes before you even board your flight?
During a 1:1 London trip consultation, a client told me she had booked a hotel room in Windsor, assuming it was a quick walk away from many other London attractions.
Not only did she not realise Windsor is an entirely separate town outside London, but also she was booked for a Monday night. She was completely unaware that the castle is closed to the public on Tuesdays and Wednesdays!
If you are currently feeling that same pre-vacation stress and confusion, using one of my vetted London itineraries is the easiest way to avoid major booking disasters.
As an American in London who has spent over a decade exploring this city with my London-born husband, I have visited every major royal site multiple times.
I have had years to digest the confusing rules, and trust me, I’ve made the mistakes myself.
During one memorable visit with my own mother during the busy April half-term, I waited until just days before our trip to buy our Windsor Castle tickets. We could only secure an afternoon slot, which meant we weren’t even admitted to the castle grounds until late.
By the time we got inside, the queue for St. George’s Chapel was completely wrapped around the grounds and closed for the day. (And don’t forget, it’s never open to visitors on Sundays!)
If you want to avoid these exact heartbreaks and discover the absolute best places to see in London, you need a strategy.
Here, I’ll share the most iconic royal places to go in London so you can plan your London trip with confidence.
