London is one of the most visited cities in the world, steeped in rich history and architecture that fuses with a modern, cosmopolitan, vibrant culture that is never short on things to do.
The historic city is a feast for the eyes, oozing with iconic landmarks like Big Ben, the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and Tower Bridge, to name but a few. This brings a broad culture that is well documented across its plethora of museums and galleries. Entertainment is never far away, from street performers in Covent Garden, to world-class musicals in the West End, to an eclectic blend of bars and restaurants in Soho. Once you’ve done all that, it's probably time for a relaxing stroll in one of the city’s beautiful parks or head to a traditional British pub for a well-earned pint.
London is served by 3 main international airports:
There are also a number of airports located further out in surrounding counties that have good connections to the city and are often more cost-effective to fly to/from:
London is usually cold in January, with highs of 7°C and an average temperature of 4°C. The climate tends to be rainy, with an average 36% chance of rain each day.