Timeline
14:50
Pick up a book or browse the shelves at Gay's the Word. It is a great way to start the afternoon in a relaxed atmosphere.
15:50
Walk three minutes to Scala. Even if there is no event, the former cinema has a striking history and makes for a quick photo stop.
16:20
Enter Madame Tussauds. Head straight to the Grand Hall. The sun is setting toward the SW, casting a warm glow through the windows just as the golden light fades.
17:05
End the night at The Lamb. This Victorian pub is just an eleven-minute walk away. Note that it gets crowded after 5 PM, so arrive early to secure a seat for a classic ale.
Local tip
Madame Tussauds usually has a long queue stretching down the road. Arriving at the moment of sunset helps you bypass the peak evening rush.
Check before you go
- Gay's the Word is open Mo-Sa 10:00-18:30 and Su 14:00-18:00. On 15 January, sunset is at 16:20, so you must visit before 18:30 on weekdays or ensure you are there by 14:00 on Sundays.
- The Lamb is open Mon-Wed noon-11PM, Thu-Sat noon-midnight, and Sun noon-10:30PM. Food is served until 9:30PM daily.
Getting there
- Baker Street (subway) · 2 min walk
- Marylebone (subway) · 9 min walk
- Regent's Park (subway) · 9 min walk
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