Is it worth going to London for one day?

London is huge but as you can see on the map, many of the major landmarks are located not too far from each other. So you can see and do quite a lot in one day. To help you with the planning, we created this map indicating all the top places that we recommend visiting in London in a day.



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I recommend planning 3 to 4 days in London especially if it is your first visit. There is so much to do and see and it can be exhausting so I recommend adding one more day than you think you will need to your itinerary. 3 to 4 days in London should give you enough time to see most of the main sights.

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London is best explored either on foot or by public transportation. Cabs and bike hires are also options. London has a great public transportation network and most visitors spend at least some time traveling on it. This includes public bus, tram, and rail services (including “the Tube”) within the city.

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The benefits of walking for London and Londoners London is one of the most walkable cities in the world according to the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP).

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How much money will you need for your trip to London? You should plan to spend around £190 ($235) per day on your vacation in London, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, £35 ($43) on meals for one day and £26 ($32) on local transportation.

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Is visiting Stonehenge worth it? Above all else, Stonehenge is an enchanting and memorable place to visit, being steeped in mystery with rugged and wildly beautiful scenery all around. It's one of the most popular and famous structures in the world, with around 875,000 people on average visiting each year.

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You don't necessarily need an itinerary to discover London's hidden gems. One of the best ways to see the city is on foot – there's always something interesting around every corner. There are plenty of walking tours for those who prefer a more organised approach.

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Oyster and contactless payment cards For most people travelling around London, the cheapest way to get around is by using an Oyster or contactless payment card. An Oyster card is a smart card you can use instead of paper tickets, available on buses, Tubes, trams, rail, DLR and some river services.

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UBER: UBER is regularly used and accepted in London. It's an easy way to book and pay for transportation and you can now split fares with your travel buddies. It's not quite the same experience as riding in a Black Cab in my opinion, but just as efficient.

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