London, UK
London
Travel Information
Price: moderate (Average daily cost for tourists: £100-£150)
Climate: temperate
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit London is in the spring (May to June) or the fall (September to October) when the weather is pleasant and tourist crowds are smaller.
Currency: British Pound Sterling (GBP)
Language: English
Visa: Most visitors to the UK require a visa unless they are from the EU, the US, or other visa-exempt countries. Check specific requirements prior to travel.
Time Zone: Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
Top Attractions
Tower of London
Type: Historic Site
Historic castle and UNESCO World Heritage Site, home of the Crown Jewels.
British Museum
Type: Museum
Explore vast collections of world art and artifacts from ancient civilizations.
Westminster Abbey
Type: Religious Site
Gothic church and place of coronation and burial for British monarchs.
Transportation
Quality: Excellent
Types:
Pass Cost:
- Single Trip: £2.40
- Day Pass: £12.30
Score: 89/100
London is very walkable with numerous attractions close to each other.
Infrastructure: Good
Bike Share System: Santander Cycles
Economic Factors
Sustainability
Major Parks:
- Hyde Park
- Kensington Gardens
- Regent's Park
- Extensive cycling networks
- Zero emission buses
- Urban greenery programs