The best months to visit London are May – Sep. 16–25°C, longest days in June.
Quick facts
Currency GBP (Pound Sterling) 1 USD ≈ £0.79
Language English One of the world's most multilingual cities
Timezone GMT (UTC+0) BST (UTC+1) Mar–Oct
Best Months May – Sep 16–25°C, longest days in June
Daily Budget ~$80–120 USD £65–95 budget traveller
Visa Varies by nationality EU/US/Aus: 6 months visa-free
When to go
A city of free world-class museums, legendary pubs, and the finest food market scene in Europe, if you know where to look.
May – Sep is the busiest window in London, so accommodation and flights go first. Book ahead. The shoulder weeks either side are usually quieter for the same reason.
Getting Around in London
- The Tube is the fastest way around: 11 lines, runs 5am–midnight (24hrs on some lines Fri/Sat). Daily cap £8.10 (Zone 1–2)
- Use contactless bank card or Oyster, same price. Never buy paper single tickets (£6.70 each vs £2.80 contactless)
- Bus route 11 (Liverpool St–Chelsea) is the cheapest sightseeing tour in London. Thames Clipper boats are great on Oyster
For month-by-month detail, itineraries and costs, see the full London travel guide.
Timezone: GMT (UTC+0) (BST (UTC+1) Mar–Oct)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit London?
The best months to visit London are May – Sep (16–25°C, longest days in June), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the London budget breakdown.
