London travel guide & trip planner

Start with the day-by-day plan, then use the supporting guides to pick your month, set a budget, work out how to get around and pack for it. Every guide feeds the same free planner, so you can turn any of it into a real itinerary.

London itineraries

Itinerary

London Itinerary 3 Days: Central Highlights and Logistics

A precise three-day London plan covering Westminster, South Bank, and the City. Includes transport times, daily budgets, and essential pre-booking requirements.

Itinerary

London Itinerary 7 Days: The Ultimate Local Sightseeing Guide

Plan the perfect week in London with this expert-led 7-day itinerary covering the West End, South Bank, historic City, and hidden local gems.

Itinerary

London Itinerary 5 Days: Central Zones and Icons Guide

A 5-day London itinerary covering Westminster, South Bank, Shoreditch, and Kensington with specific travel times, tube lines, and daily budget estimates.

Best time to visit London

Best time to visit

Best Time to Visit London: Weather, Events and Pricing

Discover the best time to visit London with monthly weather data, flight cost estimates, and event calendars to help you plan your trip to the UK capital.

Weather by month

London Weather by Month: Rainfall, Temperatures and Crowds

Plan your trip with London's monthly average highs from 9°C to 23°C. Get rainfall data, packing advice, and the best times for walking, festivals, and day trips.

Things to do in London

Things to do

Things to do in London: 14 Best Attractions and Areas

Explore London's top sites from the Tower of London to South Bank. Plan your visit with prices, transport tips, and time-saving itineraries for every borough.

London travel planning tips

Destination overview

London Travel Guide: Plan Your Visit to the UK Capital

Plan a London trip with specific costs, neighbourhood guides, and transport tips. Learn how to navigate the Tube, budget for meals, and avoid tourist traps.

First-time visitor guide

London for First-Time Visitors: Essential Travel Guide

Plan your first trip to London with essential advice on Elizabeth Line transfers, contactless payments, SIM cards, and avoiding common tourist scams.

Travel cost

London Travel Cost: Daily Budget and Expense Guide

Plan your London budget with specific costs for Oyster cards, hotels in zones 1-3, and meal prices. Includes a 5-day estimate for solo travellers and families.

Getting around

London Transport Guide: Airports, Tubes, and Fares

Master London’s transport system with details on Oyster cards, Heathrow Express costs, Elizabeth Line routes, and journey times between major districts.

Packing list

London Packing List: Seasonal Clothing and Essentials Guide

Essential London packing guide covering Type G adapters, Oyster cards, seasonal layers for 2°C-23°C weather, and dress codes for St Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey.

With kids

London with Kids: Best Family Neighborhoods and Attractions

Plan a London family trip with specific age-appropriate attractions, transport tips for strollers, and a realistic daily itinerary for kids of all ages.

Trip planning tips

London Trip Planning: Pace, Route and Timing Guide

Plan a London itinerary using geographic grouping, precise booking windows, and realistic daily pacing. Includes daily budget estimates and transport pass analysis.

Itinerary reality check

London Itinerary Realism Check: A Practical Planning Guide

Validate your London plan with specific travel times, sight capacities, and logistics. Use these benchmarks to ensure your itinerary is physically possible.

Itinerary mistakes

London Itinerary Planning Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Avoid common London planning errors like inefficient West End routing and missed bookings. Learn how to optimize transport times and budget for your trip.