Things to do in London – Activities, Experiences & Tours

What shall I bring with me?

There are a few things that you should bring with you to make sure your stay goes smoothly. 
Don’t forget to bring a universal adapter, as the UK is using type G plug for most of its appliances. Ideally, purchase one from your home country, as it might be more expensive to get one in London.

It might sound a bit cliché, but the capital of England is known for its grey and rainy weather. Therefore, make sure to bring an umbrella with you as rain could arrive at any moment of the day. If you’re coming to London during the winter season, make sure to bring warm clothes, as it can be snowing from November to mid-March.

Don’t forget to bring British Pounds with you as exchange rates are likely to be higher when exchanging foreign currencies to GBP in England. You can order your travel money from our website to enjoy the best exchange rates and 0% commission!

How to get around London?

Did you know that London is around 10 times bigger than Paris? Depending on the activities you want to do during your stay, you might have to go from one end of London to another. The cheapest way to get around London is usually by taking the Tube or the Overground. 

You can also use one of the many red buses that circulate throughout the city. Don’t forget that London is also a biking-friendly city! You will find many bike renting stations across the city, so you shouldn’t have any problem to find a bike to borrow. 

Don’t forget to check the itinerary on your GPS as, in some cases, walking can be faster than public transports.

What should I wear to London?

London is known for its rainy weather, no matter which time of the year you are travelling to the city. Don’t forget to bring clothes which are suitable, as well as an umbrella. 

If you’re travelling during winter times, make sure to bring warm clothes with you as it can be very cold. 

What shall I see in London?

There are many things to see in London and it can be difficult to choose, especially if you’re staying for a limited time in England. 

We recommend you to see the following: 

• Big Ben
• Buckingham Palace
• Westminster Abbey
• St Paul’s Cathedral
• Soho
• Brick Lane
• The London Eye
• Houses of Parliament
• Liberty store
• Piccadilly

What museums are worth it?

There are many museums in London that are worth a visit. 

We fully recommend going to the following:

• The British Museum, which is one of the main museum of England History, located in Bloomsbury.
• The Natural History Museum, with its 80 million items within collections such as botany, entomology or mineralogy, located in South Kensington.
• The Victoria and Albert Museum, which is the wold’s largest museum of applied arts, decorative arts and design, located in South Kensington.
• The Tate Museum to explore modern and contemporary art from around the world. It is located in Bankside.

How many days in London is enough?

London has many secrets to offer, and you could stay a few weeks in the city without getting bored. However, it is usually recommended to stay around 3-5 days to have a good understanding of the capital and see the main attractions. If you want to experience less-known attractions, such as going to the Flower Market on Columbia Road or go for a walk in Richmond Park, you could extend your say for at least 7-8 days.