Is 2 days enough for London?

Two days covers the major icons — the Tower, Westminster, a Thames cruise and Buckingham Palace — plus one big experience like the Harry Potter studio, at a comfortable pace.

What should I not miss in 2 days in London?

Prioritise the Tower of London and Crown Jewels, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, a Thames cruise, Buckingham Palace and the Harry Potter studio.

Should I buy a London pass for 2 days?

If you plan to visit several paid attractions, a sightseeing pass can save money and time. For just two or three sites, individual skip-the-line tickets are usually better value.

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London in 2 Days: The Ideal Weekend Itinerary

Two days in London is enough to pair the royal and historic icons with a magical day at the Harry Potter studio. This 2-day London itinerary balances the Tower and Westminster on day one with Buckingham Palace and Warner Bros. on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Day 1: Tower, Thames & Westminster
2London Eye & South Bank
3Day 2: Buckingham Palace
4Harry Potter studio

Day 1: the icons

Spend your first day on the Tower of London and Crown Jewels, a Thames cruise to Westminster, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, finishing on the South Bank at the London Eye.

Day 2: royalty and wizardry

Begin day two with Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard, then head to the Warner Bros. Studio for the Making of Harry Potter — book the studio well ahead, as it sells out.