Description: No truly romantic day off is allowed to start too early in the morning… so our day begins with a fabulous brunch at the AquaShard. Located on the 32nd floor of The Shard, which is, incidentally, the tallest building in the European Union, this well-priced restaurant offers panoramic views of London with a service second to none. A perfect starting point to your day eat, drink and be merry!

Description: Stroll past and admire this perfect replica of Sir Francis Drake's famous galleon ship up-close in a very charming back alley just south of the Thames.

Description: My personal favorite art museum in the whole of the UK. Housing works from undeniable masters like Picasso, Dali and Monet next to contemporary graffiti pieces, the Tate is truly a goldmine for all art lovers. It also offers a welcome break where you can grab a cup of coffee and relax in one of its comfortable chairs or sofas. Admission is free of charge to the permanent exhibition.

Description: Famous for giving riders bird-eye's views of London, the site where this giant Ferris wheel is lodged is a beauty in its own right. Reaching the London Eye from our previous point (Tate Modern) is a pleasant walk along the river, passing by other interesting sites like the Oxo Tower, The National Theatre and the Royal Festival Hall. A little further on is the London Dungeon and the London Aquarium, just before turning right into Westminster Bridge and on to the Big Ben and Parliament Square. Keep your camera on the ready as you won't want to miss a thing!

Description: I have celebrated a few New Year's Eve right on this spot! It has glorious views of the Big Ben, the Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey, among other official buildings. The square itself breathes history, and is home of the statues of famous political figures like Winston Churchill, Abraham Lincoln, Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi.

Description: Surrounded by Parks (St. James, Green Park, Hyde Park and the Queen's private park), and with the famous Trafalgar Square to its opposite end, this is a year-round cherished spot. See the Queen's guards, the spotless gardens adjacent to the Palace and just soak up the atmosphere. And do you know if the Queen is home? Watch out for the flag!

Description: And here we are at last! If you are super organised, you may have really thought this thorough and brought picnic supplies along. Or if you are more of a practical hand, just walk into one of the cafes around the Lido to replenish your energy. And being the romantic fool that you are, why not rent a rowboat at the lake for a more private and intimate time with your loved one while you debrief your tour and plan together your next steps?! If the weather is right, you are in for a great time!