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London
United Kingdom
Before You Go
May to September offers warmest weather (15-23°C/59-73°F) though rain possible. Spring and fall have fewer crowds. Winter is cold and dark but magical with Christmas lights.
Visa
Check requirementsUS, Canadian, Australian, EU citizens can visit UK visa-free for up to 6 months. UK not in Schengen - separate immigration. Check gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
Getting There
TransportationBy Air: Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN) airports.
By Train: Eurostar from Paris (2.5 hours), Brussels (2 hours) to St Pancras.
Language
CommunicationEnglish is official language.
Currency
Money mattersBritish Pound (GBP). Rate: ~£0.75-0.80 per USD. Cards accepted everywhere, very cashless.
Getting Around
Local transportUnderground (Tube): Extensive 11-line system. Oyster card or contactless (£2.50-5 depending on zones).
Buses: Comprehensive network (£1.75 flat fare).
Walking: Central London very walkable.
From the Airport
Arrival infoHeathrow: Tube Piccadilly Line (50 min, £5.50), Heathrow Express train (15 min, £25), or taxi (£60-80).
Gatwick: Gatwick Express train (30 min, £19.90) or Southern trains (35 min, £10-12).
Accommodations
The Hoxton Holborn
Design forward hotel with coworking spaces