London Walk: Charing Cross to Covent Garden via Victoria Embankment Gardens | Sunny Sunday Morning

Join me for a peaceful Sunday morning walk through the heart of Central London, exploring some of the city's most iconic landmarks, historic streets, and vibrant public spaces before the crowds arrive. Our journey begins in the tranquil surroundings of Victoria Embankment Gardens along the River Thames, where the quiet paths and open green spaces offer a rare moment of calm. We then continue to the magnificent Somerset House, one of London's finest examples of neoclassical architecture, standing almost deserted in the early morning light. From there, we make our way into the normally bustling streets of Covent Garden. At this early hour, the famous piazza, historic market buildings, and surrounding streets are remarkably quiet, allowing us to appreciate the architecture and atmosphere with hardly anyone around. Continuing through the charming alleyways and pedestrian streets, we finish our walk at Seven Dials, where the distinctive sundial monument and independent boutiques can be enjoyed in an unusually peaceful setting before the neighbourhood comes to life. Whether you're planning a trip to London, reminiscing about previous visits, or simply looking for a relaxing virtual walk, I hope you'll enjoy experiencing one of London's most famous neighbourhoods at one of its quietest times of the week. ⏱️ Chapters / Route Highlights: 00:00:00 – Charing Cross Station & The Strand 00:08:00 – Entering Victoria Embankment Gardens 00:15:30 – Riverside Views & Statues in the Gardens 00:23:00 – Wellington Street & Lyceum Theatre 00:25:00 – Exploring the Almost Empty Covent Garden Market 01:01:00 – Finishing the Walk at Seven Dials If you enjoy urban walking tours, London's rich history, and exploring famous neighbourhoods on foot, please like, subscribe, and join me for more walks across London and around the UK. 🎧 Natural ambient sounds only — no commentary, no music. 📍 Location: London, England 📅 Recorded: Sunday, 28 June 2026 ☁️ Weather: Windy & Cloudy ⏰ Start Time: Around 7:00 AM ⚙️ Gear Used in This Video Audio: Roland CS-10EM Binaural Mics — https://amzn.to/3R1FD8I Recorder: Tascam DR-07XP (32-bit Float) — https://amzn.to/4tzeaK7 Camera: DJI Osmo Action 6 — https://amzn.to/4d5ZaNQ These are affiliate links. If you purchase anything through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. ☕ Support the Channel ✔ Free support: subscribing, liking, and sharing ✔ Amazon: using my links before shopping helps at no extra cost 🔗 Amazon links: https://amzn.to/3QMZtoj ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: ko-fi.com/herbiewalks 💙 PayPal: paypal.me/herbiewalks Your support helps cover travel, accommodation, transport, parking, and gear—so I can keep exploring and filming new walks across the UK.