Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

London travel guide

London Tourism | London Guide

You're Going to Love London

With a population of 346,765, London is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything London has to offer.

Where to Eat in London

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jack Astor's - London (South) (1070 Wellington Road South) and Kelseys Original Roadhouse - Hyde Park - London (1395 Fanshawe Park Rd W) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Beertown Public House - London White Oaks (1105 Wellington Rd) and Grace Restaurant (215 Dundas St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in London.

When to visit London

London in December
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
London in December
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to London in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in London, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to London

Plane

When flying to London, you’ll arrive at London (YXU), which is located 9 km from the city center. The shortest flight to London from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to London is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 167 km from London. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Plane

When flying to London, you’ll arrive at London (YXU), which is located 9 km from the city center. The shortest flight to London from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to London is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 167 km from London. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Airports near London

YKFToronto Region of Waterloo Intl
YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving London

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,020 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,771 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,804 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,123 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,356 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,266 reviews)
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Where to stay in London

Average rates range from around $111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $83 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham London and Sandman Hotel & Suites London Downtown.

Where to stay in popular areas of London

Most booked hotels in London

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Hard Rock Hotel London Ontario
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 41 reviews)
$199+
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Colonial Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 401 reviews)
$162+
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The Park Hotel London
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1141 reviews)
$116+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott London Armouries
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 658 reviews)
$145+
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Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1074 reviews)
$123+
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Oakwood Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, 444 reviews)
$192+
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Renting a car in London

Renting a car in London costs $40 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Thrifty, Alamo and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in London is the Hertz branch at 460 York Street, which is 0 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in London.

Expect to pay $5.79 per gallon in London (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.50 and $92.67. The most frequently booked car type in London is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in London costs $40 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Thrifty, Alamo and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in London is the Hertz branch at 460 York Street, which is 0 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in London.

Expect to pay $5.79 per gallon in London (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.50 and $92.67. The most frequently booked car type in London is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in London

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$29/day

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