August 8th : London, United Kingdom
Today we visted some attractions near Buckingham Palace as we had to catch a train from Victoria Station (which we are on at the time of writing)in order to arrive at Southampton by 3 pm.
This afternoon we should be boarding the Celebrity Equinox on her maiden voyage to the Mediterranean and Italy.
Photo: Staircase at The Monument
Earlier this morning, we walked east to view Westminster Abbey and the Jewel Tower.
Photo: Westminster Abbey
Westminster is a very large church located opposite the houses of parliament, and has been the location for the coronation of English royalty since its construction.
Next to the Abbey is the only surviving section of the original palace of Westminster, the Jewel tower. It now serves as a museum describing the system of government in the United Kingdom.
Photo: The Jewel Tower
Afterwards, we walked to New Scotland Yard and then back to Buckingham. Rob walked down to Wellington Arch and caught the changing of the guard en route.
Photo: Changing of the Guard
We missed our 11:30am train ride from Victoria and ended up on the later 12:30pm journey instead. We are currently passing Chichester station en route to Southampton Central.
Photo: Wellington Arch
Excellent photos Rob and Toni!! Love the arty stair case shot! Sounds like you’re having an awesome time! Keep it up, looking forward to more piccies too :))