After the National Portrait Gallery, we spent the rest of the afternoon wondering around before we had to head to the airport.
The Guards of the Crimean War Memorial. I really wasn’t too interested in that part; I wanted to see the statue of Florence Nightingale. It was added in 1915. She was the founder of modern nursing and was exceptional.
Also, off of Trafalgar Square is St. Martin-in-the-Fields. A church has been on this spot since 1222, but the current building was completed in 1726.
An intense sculpture outside the main doors- “In the Beginning.” I loved the incredibly unique glass window.
You can also enjoy lunch or tea in their crypt, alongside old tombstones.
Walking through Whitehall Garden. More beautiful flowers.
Our last lunch was at this amazing place, Gordon’s Wine Bar, my friend Pippa had recommended. It was our first time here due to it being packed every other time we tried to visit. Totally understandable though. It is London’s oldest wine bar, founded in 1890. You actually eat in the cellar by candlelight on old rickety tables.
Our massive shared lunch. Steak and mushroom pie (I mean, can you get anymore British) and a cheese plate. Definitely leaving on a high note.
I loved this statue at the train station as we headed toward the airport.
One of my many things I loved, were all of the cute pubs. I took pics of some of my favorites.
A few other things that made me smile in our exploring.
London! I love loved it. When I was recapping this trip I kept finding myself saying, “my favorite” or “I loved this or that,” and the truth was I loved it all. Every minute, everything we saw. It was amazing. Everything I wanted it to be and more. Can’t wait to come back- so much more to still see and do. Andy was amazing too, he went along with everything I wanted to do. He toured every castle, sipped all the tea, took all the pictures, and more- all with a smile. Cheerio London, until next time.
xoxo-sk
ps. And one last pain aux raisen for the road.
xoxo-sk 