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A hard shell case for the train, hotel, and next departure.
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51°30′ N · 0°07′ W
London.
An arrival at Paddington, a long walk through Marylebone, and a few useful things for a day that may turn to rain.
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Arrive by train. Leave room for the city.
An arrival at Paddington, a long walk through Marylebone, and a few useful things for a day that may turn to rain.
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Off the train at Paddington and out for a long city walk.
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City notes 01–03
One good day
in London.
Paddington
Step out of the station and walk toward Little Venice.
Marylebone
Take the quieter streets, bookshops, and cafés at your own pace.
South Bank
Cross the river on foot as the lights come on.
A little more context
London after the train
A first day can begin before you reach the hotel. Step out of Paddington, put the bag down when you can, and give yourself a route with one clear start and plenty of room to change your mind.
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