London Planning Your Trip

Entrance Requirements
Passport. Required of non-EU citizens.
Visa. Required of non-EU citizens for stays over 6 months.
Work Permit. Required of non-European Economic Area citizens.

Embassies And Consulates

For addresses of British embassies in countries not listed here and for up-to-date information on entry requirements, consult the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (general inquiries ☎ 7008 1500; www ...more

Documents And Formalities

Requirements Citizens of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the US need valid passports to enter the UK and re-enter their home countries. EU citizens should carry their passports, though they may ...more

Money

The currency chart below is based on August 2007 exchange rates between pounds sterling and Australian dollars (AUS$), Canadian dollars (CDN$), European Union euro (EUR€), New Zealand dollars (NZ$) ...more

Packing

Pack lightly: Lay out only what you think you absolutely need. Then pack half the clothes and twice the money. The Travelite FAQ (www.travelite.org) is a good resource for tips on traveling light. The ...more

Safety And Health

In any type of crisis situation, the most important thing to do is to stay calm. Your country’s embassy in London is usually your best resource when things go wrong; registering with that embassy ...more

Intercity Transportation

When it comes to airfare, a little effort can save you a bundle. Courier fares are the cheapest for those whose plans are flexible enough to deal with the restrictions. Tickets sold by consolidators ...more

Local Transportation

Despite its daily interruptions, London’s public transportation under the Transport of London (☎ 020 7222 1234; www.tfl.gov.uk) is remarkably efficient—and it’s getting better. New fares are generally ...more

Transportation In Great Britain

Train travel in Great Britain is easy with Let's Go Travel Guide.

Staying Connected

Almost anywhere you walk in central London, you will be able to spot an Internet cafe. Though in some places it’s possible to forge a remote link with your home server, in most cases this is a much ...more

Travel Concerns

As the number of travelers on the road continues to rise, the detrimental effect they can have on natural environments becomes an increasing concern. With this in mind, Let’s Go promotes the philosophy ...more

Other Resources

Time Out (☎ 7813 3000; www.timeout.com). The absolute best weekly guide to what’s going on in London. The magazine is sold at every newsstand in the city, and the website is a virtual hub for the ...more