3 Days Itinerary from Paris to London (Day 2 & 3)

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London is definitely not a place to drive especially the cost of parking is so expensive. Hence the 2nd day, we will be taking the underground visiting the places.

Day 2: Touring London


Transport: Underground


All Days

From ÂŁ 2.40 / Trip

Golders Green to Bank Station: 20mins

  • Underground Train service in London
  • Can use with Oyster Card

From Martel Guest House, it's around 25mins underground ride to Tower's Hill. In London, they use Oyster Card, similar to our Singapore's Ezlink card. And so unlucky that, the Circle Line is closed on the day. We have to walked from Bank Station to Tower of London. 

At Golder's Green

At Golder's Green


See: Tower of London


Open Mon - Sun 
9am to 5pm

From ÂŁ 21 / Adult

Recommended Stay Duration: 3-4 Hrs

  • Tallest Building in UK, 4th Tallest in Europe
  • Nearest Underground Station is Tower Hill Station (Circle & District)
  • Pre Book via Website for 15% off

Not too bad, we get to see some happenings stuffs along the way.

We reached the ticket office at 10.30am and the queue is long! We bought the Thamesclipper bundle with Tower of London (ÂŁ4 savings) so you need to go to the Group Ticket Office instead of joining the main queue.

Individual Tickets Queue

Individual Tickets Queue

The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London.

It lies within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, separated from the eastern edge of the square mile of the City of London by the open space known as Tower Hill.

The first thing you will encounter is the Free Tour with the famous Yeoman Warder tours, this tour starts every 30mins and a duration of 1 Hour. A narration of the past of the Tower of London, and each of the landmarks are for.

Traitors Gate

Traitors Gate

Next up is the Crown Jewels, we were so lucky that there wasn't a queue going into the building displaying the Crown Jewels. It is actually quite interesting to know about the history of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. And why is a Queen selected instead of the King. Read up before your trip and you will have better knowledge. Because the internet connectivity isn't very good inside the building.

I will say the Crown Jewels is probably the Key Highlights, and there are a few key places to take a look if you have time.

The Queue Outside Crown Jewels


There is armor for the private part as well

There is armor for the private part as well


Tower of Torture

Tower of Torture

Tower of Torture

View of Tower Bridge from London Tower

View of Tower Bridge from London Tower

View of Tower Bridge. Behind us is just Tower Pier to board the River Bus.


Transport: Thames Clipper


All Days

From ÂŁ 6.30 / Trip

Tower Pier to Westminister Pier20mins

  • River bus service on the River Thames in London
  • Can use with Oyster Card

As we are planning our route in London, Thames Clipper came as a wise choice for us to enjoy the cruise along Thames River from Tower Pier to Westminister where we are going to see the Big Ben.

Inside the River Bus

View of Tower Bridge From the River Bus

View of Tower Bridge From the River Bus

The River Bus is pretty enjoyable, queue is not very long and ample seating space inside the ferry. However, if there is limited seats for the outside area. You may need to stand to enjoy the cruise.

Westminister Pier is just opposite London Eye

Westminister Pier is just opposite London Eye


See: Big Ben


  • Nickname Great Bell, aka 大笨钟
  • Nearest Underground Station is Westminister Station ( Circle, District, Jubilee)
  • You can get off at Westminister Pier via their River Bus Service

We wanted to take a look at Big Ben because Jay Chou sang a song on Big Ben. Westminister Palace and Abbey are closed on Sunday so it is just a touch and go for us. While we tour the Thames River from Tower of London to Westminister and proceed to our lunch venue.

The crowded at Westminister

The sun was pretty glaring when we are there around 2pm. Can't take beauitful shots of Big Ben though. Nonetheless, westminister seem to be a popular spot. There is a lot of passerby! 


Eat: Gold Mine London Duck


ÂŁ43 for 3 Pax

Good Service

Delicious!

There is actually Fortune Cookie, Four Seasons and Gold Mine to choose from. Gold Mine is the furthest away from the underground station though.


This photo of Gold Mine is courtesy of TripAdvisor

Before we even come to London, we are craving roasted duck! The one in Tricotin isn't as good as this! While researching on which London to take. We conclude with Gold Mine.

Reviews say that can try Fortune Cookie (which is cheaper) or Gold Mine.

When entering Gold Mine restaurant, we were greeted with a sign (no credit cards payment) as their payment machine is faulty. We got abit worried though as we are left with ÂŁ60 Cash. We are used to paying by card in France so we actually draw out ÂŁ100 for our trip. Lucky the bill came up to be less than ÂŁ50.

Deep Fried Squid with Garlic and Salt

Deep Fried Squid with Garlic and Salt

Half Roasted Duck, you can request to remove to bones

Half Roasted Duck, you can request to remove to bones

And at 3pm we are so hungry, that we ordered half a duck and deep fried squid. The Chilli for the Duck is also awesome, we requested refill for the Chilli Sauce.

After a hearty meal, while planning whether to Go Harrods or Primark, we realise they close at 6pm on a Sunday! Now we can only go 1 place and Primark it shall be.


Shop: Primark


Value for Money

Many Discounts

Open Mon - Sun

  • Many Many Outlets!
  • Check out their website
  • Good Bargain Stuffs out there.

With only 30mins to shop we are rather short of time! So we just agree on a time to meet then do our own shopping. I would say most of the stuffs are rather cheap but all of them are made in China.

Oxford Street

Oxford Street

I got a Winter Jacket for £19 !​ And here's our shopping for 30mins.

With Primark closing at 6pm, we just wander off along Oxford Street from ​Totteham Court Station to Oxford Circus Station. In fact, that day we walked 16km!

Day 3: Back to France

Before driving back to France, I was making my final check on the best routes to take and whether if there is any toll to pay and google map keep mention about Toll charges, that is where I realise, we have to pay Toll when crossing to Dartford (Queen Elizabeth II Bridge)

Dartford Crossing charge (Dart Charge)

Dartford crossing is a major road crossing of the River Thames in England. So if you are the upper part of London above the Thames River, this is one of the bridge to cross with charges!

You can only pay on their website according to this article, they have taken away the Toll Stations for convenience sake.

So remember to pay your Dart Charge if you are required to cross. Charges apply between 6am and 10pm every day, including Christmas and other bank holidays.


Shop: Ashford Designer Outlet


Great Discounts

Many Brands

Open Mon - Sun

  • Located at Kimberley Walk, Ashford
  • Check out their website
  • Good Bargain Stuffs out there.
  • 30 Mins from Folkestone Eurotunnel
  • 90mins from London Centre

Before we conclude with Ashford Designer Outlet, we actually wanted to go Blue Water Shopping Centre which is at Dartford.

Somehow, we decided to drop by Ashford instead because there is a Gap Outlet and Abercrombie & Fitch Outlet.

According to my wife, she mentioned the clothes in A&F are much cheaper! The top she got for me last time at SGD50 cost SGD30 only! And if there is a 10% discount on your next purchase. So the first minute, you just purchase any cheaper stuffs, you get 10% on your next purchase instantly!

With so many brands to shop yet only 2 hours, we definitely be there the next round.

Back to Folkestone Euro Tunnel

After our 3 hectic days trip to London, it's a long drive back to Sens. It is not as long as the Germany Trip as I get to rest 35mins in the EuroTunnel Train. Driving 4 hours from Calais to Sens is consider acceptable.

Shop: Calais Channel Outlet Store


Value for Money

Free Parking

Open Mon - Sat
10am - 7pm

  • Not much Brands though
  • Check out their website
  • Good Bargain Stuffs out there.

After exiting the EuroTunnel, we decided to take a look at the Outlet Store nearby.

Definitely good bargain stuffs there, I got an Orange Adidas Sneaker for €30!​ Do check out that outlet store if you have time. 

Well, 4 hours back home! Will be back to UK and London for sure!

About the author 

Donovan

Don is a Kiasu Singaporean that blogs his journey while exploring Europe.
A Singapore Travel Blog that provides travel guides and tips on how to travel free and easy in Europe.

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