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15 Themed London Itinerary Ideas To Discover The City Off The Beaten Path

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A collection of Themed London Itinerary ideas, from French and Italian places in London to fashion, literary and food itineraries to follow in one to 10 days in London!

I don’t know exactly what pushed me to create my own London itineraries in the first place – after five years on and off spent living in London, I guess I just felt it was time to share more than hidden gems.

Itineraries to follow to a T, or to snatch bits and bobs from to create your own journey of discovery through the City of London, East London, and more secret corners you’d never think of finding there.

London is a magical city; its charm is undeniable, and from summer to Christmas time, you’ll never not find anyone roaming the streets.

15 Themed London Itinerary Ideas To Discover The City Off The Beaten Path

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You will find on The Working Line many different London Travel Guides I’ve crafted following the places I personally love to walk around when I live in London.

What I enjoy above all about my lifestyle is the fact that I can always rediscover London after spending three, four, six months abroad, and the city always has something new to teach me.

Pragmatic things, often.

But it also shares its hidden alleyways, secret gardens and other lesser-known neighborhoods like Rotherhithe, on the shores of the Thames River, or Marylebone, right off Oxford Street, oh so generously.

In this round-up guide, I have gathered all the Themed London Itinerary ideas I’ve written so far.

From foodie itineraries to paths you can follow to discover Italian culture in London all the way to literary locations, you’ll find here more hidden gems than you’d ever expect.

Click on the pictures or the title to reach each guide – happy visits!

CULTURAL LONDON ITINERARIES

ITALY IN LONDON ITINERARY

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This Italy in London itinerary covers a day during which you will visit Italian cafes, complete with cornetto and caffè ginseng and Neoclassical architecture in the City of London.

We are of course visiting the Italian Gardens at the Kensington Gardens, all the while sinking our teeth in proper Neapolitan pizza and various street food bits.

Read: How to Eat in London on a Budget

PARIS IN LONDON ITINERARY

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This Paris in London itinerary covers many French places in London that range from restaurants to cafes, namely the gorgeous Cafe Boheme in Soho.

Want to know where to watch a French movie, learn about French culture or find out the best French shops in London? This itinerary is perfect for you.

Read: The Must Have Apps to Survive in London

MOROCCO IN LONDON ITINERARY

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As a French-Moroccan woman, I felt the need to share about Moroccan places in London as well.

They are pretty much far and few between, but if you’re looking for amazing Moroccan restaurants, shops, and art, that’s a quick itinerary you can follow.

Read: How to Make Friends in London

FOODIE ITINERARY FROM PICCADILLY TO SOHO

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My first foodie London itinerary on the blog covers the areas between Piccadilly, with a visit to Fortnum & Mason, Chinatown, and Soho.

If you’re looking for great food spots in Soho, or places to get some foodie souvenirs, this Central London itinerary is easy to follow and takes you to some of my favorite places to eat in town.

Read: How to Move to London – and Survive as an Expat

FOODIE ITINERARY IN COVENT GARDEN

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Aside from lots of shopping spots, aesthetic streets and hidden gems, Covent Garden is also famous for its history and its food scene.

From halal restaurants to cute bakeries and afternoon tea spots, this central area is one where locals and tourists love to take a stroll, if only to check out the Christmas decorations from end of November.

In this Covent Garden foodie itinerary, I am sharing yet other great spots to eat when visiting London for the first time – or not.

Read: How to Live in London on a Budget

INTERESTS AND AESTHETICS IN LONDON ITINERARIES

DARK ACADEMY IN LONDON ITINERARY

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London is famous for its Victorian, Edwardian, Neoclassical and Gothic architecture among many other things – as a lover of Dark Academia aesthetic, it made sense to share the atmospheric places you can use as photo spots.

It’s not all about the Warner Bros Harry Potter studios; it’s about the vibe, the bricks, the shapes…

You will find many historical sites in this Dark Academia itinerary, which will not only provide insight into London’s past, but also a way to detach from reality for a bit.

Read: How to Save Money on Groceries in London

FASHION IN LONDON ITINERARY

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As an (ex) fashion makeup artist, the pursuit of new shapes, colors and textures is what makes me feel alive.

That why gorgeous exhibitions, couture houses with great aesthetic and various clothing shops can be found in my Fashion in London itinerary, which will hopefully inspire you!

Read: The Best Tips for Student Budget in London

BOOKISH LONDON ITINERARY

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While I shared a quirky Shakespeare in London guide some time ago, this literary itinerary is one which covers more than the playwright’s legacy.

From street art to beautiful bookshops, you’ll find some new hidden gems in this itinerary!

Read: The Things I Wish I Knew Before Going to London

LONDON ITINERARIES BY AREA

A HISTORIC ROTHERHITHE ITINERARY

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The Rotherhithe neighborhood is one of my favorites in London; historic, industrial, and maritime, it offers many hidden gems all rolled up into a lost-in-time, peaceful atmosphere.

Follow this itinerary in Rotherhithe to discover more about London’s past, and unravel mysteries engraved in the gorgeous buildings and sculptures of the area!

Read: First Time Travel to London: All There is To Know

A HIDDEN GEM ITINERARY OF MARYLEBONE

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One of the poshest areas in London, Marylebone is loaded with independent boutiques, small restaurants and old grocery shops to visit at least once.

You will find in this Marylebone itinerary a beautiful botanical cafe/restaurant/bar to have a dreamy afternoon tea, various sculptures and hidden gems tucked high up on the area’s buildings.

Read: The Curious Traveler’s Guide to London’s Best Restaurants

A HIDDEN GEM ITINERARY OF FITZROVIA

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Between small restaurants and cafes, colorful streets and charity shops, Fitzrovia, Central London’s bohemian area, is filled with cute streets and sculptures that provide insight on this famous writers’ spot.

Small gardens, gorgeous architecture, and all types of food spots await in this quick itinerary!

Read: The Curious Traveler’s Guide to Liverpool Street, East London

A HISTORIC CITY OF LONDON ITINERARY

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When it comes to Roman and medieval sites, the City of London is second to none – it is my ultimate favorite London neighborhood.

In this itinerary in the City of London, you will find secret churches, small courtyards and gardens tucked away right behind some of the most famous streets in town.

A wonder for any history and architecture lover!

Read: The Curious Traveler’s Guide to Bethnal Green, East London

LONDON ITINERARIES PER DAY COUNT

1 DAY IN LONDON ITINERARY

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What to do in just one day in London?

Discover some of the most famous landmarks of the city in this itinerary, along with, of course, secret places, shops, restaurants and cafes – all the must-do things, really, when you only have a short amount of time in London.

Read: The Curious Traveler’s Guide to Fleet Street, City of London

3 DAYS IN LONDON ITINERARY

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You have plenty more to see if you’re choosing to spend three days in London – in this itinerary, which encompasses most of the city, you’ll walk a lot, sure, but you’ll also discover so much.

Secret sculptures, shopping streets and various street food spots to enjoy in between a visit to free museums… Everything you basically need to get a true vibe of London.

Read: The Curious Traveler’s Guide to London’s Instagrammable Places

10 DAYS IN LONDON ITINERARY

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If you’re visiting London for the first time, 10 days is a great amount of time to discover a lot.

Like, the historic Camden Passage and the St Dunstan in the East church ruins.

But also some of London’s makeup stores, beautiful neighborhoods and so much more that it would take, well, ten days to describe with full detail the amazing experience you’ll have following this itinerary.

Read: Why Are There Colorful Streets in London?

15 Themed London Itinerary Ideas To Discover The City Off The Beaten Path

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As time goes on, I will keep adding more of my Themed London Itinerary ideas to this guide, so that you can enjoy ever more of the city’s secrets.

There’s always a good mix of hidden gems and famous spots in my itineraries, and my goal is to show you the corners that no one ever really pays attention, but which make the city what it is today.

It’s not all about London Bridge, Oxford Street, Camden Town and Notting Hill – secret streets, church gardens, and other places to see nature in London are definitely must-visits as well!

Until next time!

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Sam is a certified fashion makeup artist, a freelance writer, a blogger and a digital nomad. Since 2019, she roams around the world, from London to Rome and shares her knowledge about makeup, scented candles, travel, blogging and the digital nomad lifestyle.