Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. Consider staying at least one whole day in London to see all of its attractions.

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
$202
1 night at 3-star hotel
London in December
Estimated hotel price
$202
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to London in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as -11 °C, with an average temperature of -6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in London, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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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 centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to London. The train station in London is called London, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is London Wellington at Exeter, located 6 km from the city centre of London. London Lambeth is also a commonly used station, and is 9 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to London, you’ll arrive at London (YXU), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to London. The train station in London is called London, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is London Wellington at Exeter, located 6 km from the city centre of London. London Lambeth is also a commonly used station, and is 9 km from the city centre.

Airports near London

Airlines serving London

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,520 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,012 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,662 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,448 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,296 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,288 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,401 reviews)
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Where to stay in London

Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $127 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Residence & Conference Centre - London and Super 7 Motel London.

Where to stay in popular areas of London

Most booked hotels in London

Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$210+
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London Ontario
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$201+
Ramada by Wyndham London
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$117+
Motel 6 London Ontario
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$115+
Days Inn by Wyndham London
2 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
$97+

Hiring a car in London

Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in London is the Alamo branch at 1750 Crumlin Road, which is 8 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in London (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.74 and $31.65. The most frequently booked car type in London is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in London is the Alamo branch at 1750 Crumlin Road, which is 8 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in London (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.74 and $31.65. The most frequently booked car type in London is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.