Visiting London

Planning a London trip? Here are all my helpful guides (written by a local!) for you to have the best trip possible.

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Itineraries 🗓️

Plan your trip – no matter the length! Here are my custom guides to make your London trip super easy, all planned out for you.

1 Day Itinerary 

2 Day Itinerary 

3 Day Itinerary

4 Day Itinerary

5 Day Itinerary

6 Day Itinerary

Ultimate Attraction Map Of London: Travel Efficiently! 

What Not To Do In London: Skip These Tourist Traps 

Accommodation 🏩

Where you stay – and how much you pay – can make or break your trip. Here’s how to decide.

Where Should I Stay In London? Simple Quiz 

Where To Stay Your First Time In London

Complete London Neighborhood Guide 

Airbnb Vs Hotel: Which is Better in London? 

Hidden Gem Hotels Travelers Swear By

Shopping 🛍️

What should you buy while you’re here? Where should you shop? Here’s all the details (from someone addicted to shopping in London).

The Best Things To Buy In London

Oxford Street Area Shopping Guide 

Shopping at Battersea Power Station

Thrifting & Vintage Shopping: Complete Guide 

Christmas Shops In London 

The Biggest & Best TK Maxx in London 

K-Pop & K-Beauty Shops in London 

Saving Money 🤑

Yes, you can make your trip more affordable with my easy tips and tricks.

London Travel Budget Calculator

Is The London Pass Worth It? Simple Calculator

Ultimate Guide: Affordable Afternoon Tea in London to Book Now

How to Get Cheap Train Tickets For London

London Theatre Break Deals 

Navigating London 🧭

Getting around is super simple: here’s how to do it.

How Big is London? What Tourists Need to Know

Best Oyster Card Tourist Options To Save Money 

How To Use Google Maps in London 

How to Use Citymapper in London  (recommended travel app)

Navigating London During Tube Strikes 

How To Catch A London Bus 

How To Use The Tube: London Underground Guide  

How To Get Into London From Every Airport 

London Travel Tips & Tricks ✅

My best advice to make your trip as seamless and enjoyable as possible!

Common London Tourist Mistakes to Avoid 

Best London Apps to Download for Your Trip 

Where To Charge Your Phone In London Easily 

Help! Harry Potter Studio Tickets Are Sold Out! 

Cool & Cute Instagram Captions for Your London Travels 

Commonly Asked Questions 🤔

No question about London is stupid. Here’s the answer to the most common questions tourists ask me.

Is There Air Conditioning in London? 

Is Tipping Required In The UK? 

How to Choose Between Visiting Paris & Visiting London

Should I Rent A Car In London? 

What’s the City of London vs Just Plain London? 

Does It Snow In England? Winter Travel Tips 

Practical Tips 💁🏻‍♀️

Understanding money, weather, toilets, navigating, and much more.

The Best And Worst Times To Visit London

Where To Find Public Toilets In London 

All About Money In London & Exchanging Currency 

Where is “Downtown London”?  

London Postcodes & Zipcodes Explained

Europe Postcodes & Zip Codes Explained  

Is King’s Cross The Same As St Pancras? 

Packing for London 🧳

What should you bring? What should you wear?

Easy London & UK Packing List 

What To Wear In Every Season (And Not Look Like A Tourist)

Family & Kids 🎈

Bring the kids, and have the trip of a lifetime!

Family Trip To London On A Budget 

Easy And Free Things To Do In London For Families 

Visiting the Tower of London With Kids: Everything You Need to Know

The Best Soft Play In London for a Rainy Day

Halloween In London For Kids 

Things To Do 😎

There’s endless possibilities. Here are my favourites!

Ultimate Guide To London At Night: 125+ Best All-Ages Activities

Ultimate Guide: Affordable Afternoon Tea in London to Book Now

The Ultimate Taylor Swift Guide To London

Best Free Viewpoints in London  

Old, Famous & Historic Streets to See 

Non-Touristy Things To Do 

Weird & Wonderful London: See or Skip?  

All of London’s Ted Lasso Filming Locations, Mapped

Good Omens London Filming Locations, Mapped

Museums 🏛️

Endless museums for every interest!

55 Totally Free London Museums 

Postal Museum: Ride the Mail Rail 

Where to See Titanic Artifacts 

Safety 🛑

Yes, London is safe. Here’s why.

Is London Safe For Tourists In 2024? What You Need To Know Before Visiting

Safest Areas Of London: Here’s What the Data Says 

Is East London Dangerous? 

Day Trips & Co-Trips 🚊

London is so close to so much. Should you add on a day trip, or a co-trip?

Cities Close To London for a Mini-Break 

Closest Countries To London: Where to Travel Now  

Day Trip from London To Bath 

How to Spend a Day in Greenwich 

35 Easy Day Trips From London, And 24 To Avoid 

English Culture 🇬🇧

Weird English facts & traditions to know, to make your trip that much richer.

London Facts: Did You Know These Weird Trivia Questions?

Nicknames For London People Actually Use 

Famous Quotes About London