Covent GardenConsistently the top recommendation for visitors, and worth allowing a half day rather than squeezing it between other stops.
Local culture beyond the checklistthe Tower of London and Westminster are where London feels least like a tourist itinerary and most like the actual city.
A well-known second stop: the British MuseumRounds out a first visit nicely alongside the bigger-name sights.
Easy onward travelLondon's transport connections make it simple to extend the trip into the rest of the United Kingdom if you have the time.