Simple Flying
Alaska Airlines Says Long-Haul Flights 'A Drag': 9 Nonstop Routes
Premium demand surges on London flights while newer long-haul sectors work to build steady, mature load factors.
London
London travel news and blogs: museums, neighbourhoods, transport, food and events in the UK capital, gathered from publishers worldwide.
One Mile at a Time
American Airlines’ Most Senior Flight Attendant Retires After 63+ Years
Carol Fair, American's most senior active flight attendant, retires October 26, 2026 after more than 63 years, taking her final flight from London to Charlotte at age 83.
Conde Nast Traveller
17 best private dining rooms in London: sumptuous hideouts for special occasions
Planning a party? We have rounded up the best private dining rooms for a special occasion in London
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Globetotting
A Jack the Ripper Walking Tour of Whitechapel
Walk Jack the Ripper’s Whitechapel on this spooky London tour
Conde Nast Traveller
17 best Black-owned restaurants in London right now
Despite the number of great spots across London, it's rare that Black-owned restaurants make the cut for the big awards – or even national praise. These are the best eats right now
Conde Nast Traveller
Best Christmas bars London: 11 perfect places for festive cheer
You only have one chance to get Christmas right each year. To help you nail the nights out with old friends and the mid-shopping pitstops, these are the London bars that have a sense of occasion to ma…
Conde Nast Traveller
7 best restaurants in Kensington: Italian Jacuzzi to modern Greek
This corner of West London hides plenty of tasty secrets; these are the tables to book
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Globetotting
20 restaurants where kids eat free in London this October half term (2026)
The best restaurants in London that offer kids eat free meal deals.
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The British Travel List
I try London’s poshest croissant
Does it have that elusive crunch? I head to La Croissanterie in Four Seasons Park Lane, to find out
Conde Nast Traveller
The best charity shops in London: a fashion editor's guide for secondhand gems
These are the best charity shops in every corner of London, according to Condé Nast Traveller's fashion editor Harriet Elton
Conde Nast Traveller
Where was The Diplomat filmed? Inside the political thriller's season 4 locations
Keri Russell, Allison Janney, and more are back in action in London, New York, and, now, Lucca, Italy.
Conde Nast Traveller
The book lover’s guide to literary London
The British capital is chock full of bookish coffee shops, literary bars and storied pubs that once played host to the likes of Charles Dickens
Conde Nast Traveller
The best UK vineyard stays to book for fine wine, rolling views and boutique design in 2026
No need to fly to Provence – these best of British vineyards have outdoor hot tubs, their own tasting rooms and cosy forest cabins, some just two hours from London
Conde Nast Traveller
Best ice skating in London this winter: 8 of the most festive spots
These are the best places for ice skating in London this winter, so wrap up warm and embrace the festive season with gusto
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RailAdvent
London Northwestern Railway introduces ‘Standard Plus’ ticket
Train operator London Northwestern Railway has today announced that it is to introduce a new 'Standard Plus' ticket which entitles passengers to travel in a carriage which has facilities that Standard…
Skift
UK’s India Growth Plan Means Getting Travelers Out of London
The UK may not need to win many more Indian travelers so much as encourage the ones it gets already beyond London. With 94% of direct seats landing in the capital, a $2 billion visitor-spend target by…
Simple Flying
Why Qantas Quietly Killed Its Nonstop Perth-London Flight In 2026
A closer look at why Qantas made adjustment to one of the world's longest non-stop flights
Conde Nast Traveller
Best things to do in London at Christmas 2026: the complete guide to festive fun
From the glittering big-hitters in the heart of the city to wholesome events in the suburbs, these are the best things to do in London at Christmas for 2026
Conde Nast Traveller
The best festivals in the UK for 2027
The UK's music festival offering is raring to go, and we've picked the best ones planned to go ahead for 2027 – from London to Leicestershire via Cornwall
Conde Nast Traveller
New Year’s Eve events in London: 9 ways to welcome 2027
From indulgent multi-course dinners to the best views in town for the fireworks (and where to dance) these are the best New Year's Eve events in London
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Planning a trip to London
What this page covers
This page collects travel stories about London from news publishers and travel blogs: openings and events, transport changes, airport news and first-hand guides to the city. Stories about the wider country are on the United Kingdom page.
Getting around
The Underground, buses, Overground and trains cover the whole city. The simplest way to pay is to tap a contactless bank card or phone on entry, which charges pay-as-you-go fares and caps what you pay in a day and a week. Use the same card or device every time, or the cap will not apply. Many central sights are closer together than the Tube map suggests, and walking between them is often quicker than changing lines.
Free and paid sights
Many of London's major museums and galleries have free entry to their permanent collections, with charges only for special exhibitions. Paid attractions often sell cheaper tickets online and in advance, and timed entry is common, so book ahead for anything you do not want to miss.
Where to stay
Accommodation in the centre is expensive. Staying further out along a good Tube or rail line can save money without costing much time, as long as you check the journey before booking. London has several airports, some a long way from the centre, so compare the transfer cost and time as well as the flight price.
When to go
London is busy all year. Summer brings long evenings and outdoor events but also the most visitors, while the run-up to Christmas is popular for markets and lights. Late winter and early spring are usually quieter.