3 Day London Itinerary: What to See & Do plus FAQs & Insider Tips
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Welcome to our London Travel Guide. London is one of the most popular cities for visitors in the world. Every year an estimated 18 million people flock to sample the culture and history which make it so special.
Nearly 9 million people call London home and it is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world.
It is also where you will find some of the world’s most iconic buildings – Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London as well as 170 museums, numerous parks, restaurants and shops.
With so much to see and do what are you waiting for?
Below you will find links to all the information you need to plan your visit to London.
For general planning advice check out my UK travel planning page and my guide to the best booking websites for UK travel.
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If you are unsure about what to pack for your London trip I recommend including the following items.
You can find a detailed packing list (including a free printable) in this packing guide for London in winter or this all-seasons packing guide for the UK.
Below you will find the answers to frequently asked questions about planning your London trip.
London is busy pretty much all year round so deciding when to visit can be tricky if you are hoping to avoid the crowds!
London is particularly busy in July and August during the UK summer school holidays and again in December during the festive season.
To help you plan your visit to London read my guide to “When is the best time of year to visit the UK?” which looks at every season as well as detailing a month by month guide to events and festivals occurring throughout the year in London and the UK.
I recommend planning to spend at least 3 to 4 days in London to see some of the main sights and attractions.
Tip – If you are jet lagged on day one why not take a hop-on hop-off bus tour to get your bearings of the city.
Don’t underestimate how tiring visiting London can be especially if you pack a lot of attractions into a short period of time.
Public transportation is excellent in London with a choice of the Tube, buses, trains, riverboats, trams and even bicycles to get around.
The cheapest way to get around London is with an Oyster Card which allows you to travel between all parts of London using public transport.
Read more about London transportation in our guide.
There are various options to travel from Heathrow into London including the Tube, cab, bus or Heathrow Express train.
You can read more in our guide which details the various options including costs, time and availability.
Plan at least £120 per day per person in London. This will cover food, transportation, and accommodation costs. Consider the time of year that you plan to visit as prices for accommodation will be substantially higher during those times.
Whilst London is not a cheap city to visit there are ways to save money including purchasing an Oyster Card, visiting free attractions, and buying lunch from supermarkets. Read my guide to visiting London on a budget.
Pack layers! Even in winter it can be hot in shops and on the Tube so take clothes that you can layer off and on.
An absolute must are comfortable shoes. London is a walkable city so be prepared with sneakers or boots. Don’t wear heels!
Assume it will rain whatever time of year you are visiting and pack a waterproof.