Bonus Episode: A Family Trip to London - Markets, Museum & More (from our archives)

In this special bonus episode of Travel in 10, host David Brodie
brings back a listener favorite from the archives: a first-time
family trip to London, England. Originally
recorded in 2011, this episode is packed with immersive sounds
from the city and timeless recommendations for how to spend
3–4 days in London with kids—including markets,
museums, restaurants, and iconic attractions.


This episode was previously only available as a video on our
Voyascape YouTube Channel, but we’re bringing it back to the
podcast feed due to popular demand.
In This Episode: What to See & Do on a First Trip
to LondonExplore London’s Best
Markets:Old Spitalfields Market – An all-weather indoor
market with food, fashion, and a great local vibeBrick Lane –
Pop-up stalls, record vendors, vintage fashion, and the iconic Vibe
BarColumbia Road Flower Market – A Sunday staple with tons of
personalityThe Sunday UpMarket – Local designers, vintage finds,
and fantastic global street foodFamily-Friendly
Museums:Museum of Childhood – A hands-on, free museum
featuring toys from the 1800s to todayBritish Museum – Antiquities
from Egypt, Greece, and beyondNational Gallery – See masterpieces
by Van Gogh, Picasso, and moreTop London
Landmarks:London Eye – A 30-minute ride offering stunning
views of the cityBig Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, 10
Downing Street – All within walking distanceGetting
Around:Use an Oyster Card for access to the Tube and
busesClassic double-decker buses and bike rentals also
available
Where to StayW London – Leicester Square: Stylish
and modern with a central location steps from Chinatown, Piccadilly
Circus, and Trafalgar Square. A perfect base for your first
visit.
Where to EatThe Spice Market (formerly in W
London) – Flavorful pan-Asian cuisineJamie Oliver’s Catherine
Street – A new flagship