First-Time HOHO Stops: A Smart Shortlist

Start at Westminster, include Tower and Trafalgar, and add Kensington — a balanced first HOHO day.

2/7/2026

12 min read

Bus on bridge with London Eye in background

Bridge + Eye

Shortlist (4–5 hops)

Westminster (Big Ben)
Buckingham
Tower
Trafalgar (National Gallery)
Kensington Museums

Keep a buffer for river walk and coffee breaks.

Why These Stops

Westminster: Big Ben, river, Abbey — instant orientation.
Tower: History + riverfront photos.
Trafalgar: Central hub, art, food.
Kensington: Museums; rainy day shelter.

Order & Windows

Start 09:30 at Westminster; Tower around 15:30 for river light.

Checklist

One full loop see-it-all
4 hops max
Sunset finish optional

L'autore

London Travel Expert

Ho messo insieme questa guida per rendere la tua giornata di sightseeing a Londra semplice, flessibile e ricca di consigli locali — dai punti panoramici migliori ai momenti più tranquilli per viaggiare.