Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

London travel guide

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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, NOV 8 SUSHI GALORE - Fanshawe (1422 Fanshawe Park Rd W) and Michael's on the Thames (1 York St.) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Root Cellar (623 Dundas St) and Ivy Ristorante (587 Oxford St E) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in London.

When to visit London

London in January
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel
London in January
Estimated hotel price
$189
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 most popular train carrier serving London, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from London to Toronto takes 2h 12m and costs around $51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $594 for a 8h 05m trip. The train station in London is called London, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to London is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 167 km from London. You’ll find branches of Alamo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to London, including FlixBus, Bus and VIA Rail Canada. The most popular bus station is London The D.B. Weldon Library, located 4 km from the city centre of London. London Western University is also a commonly used station, and is 4 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 most popular train carrier serving London, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from London to Toronto takes 2h 12m and costs around $51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $594 for a 8h 05m trip. The train station in London is called London, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to London is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 167 km from London. You’ll find branches of Alamo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to London, including FlixBus, Bus and VIA Rail Canada. The most popular bus station is London The D.B. Weldon Library, located 4 km from the city centre of London. London Western University is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near London

YXULondon
YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving London

Lufthansa
Good (7,205 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,089 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,975 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,886 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,817 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,858 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,593 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,669 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,090 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,344 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,301 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
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Where to stay in London

Average rates range from around $248 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $107 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Residence & Conference Centre - London and Hampton Inn by Hilton London.

Where to stay in popular areas of London

Most booked hotels in London

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Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$239+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London Ontario
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$196+
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Ramada by Wyndham London
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$118+
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Motel 6 London Ontario
2 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
$112+
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Days Inn by Wyndham London
3 stars
Okay (5.6, Okay reviews)
$100+
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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 Hertz branch at 764 Wharncliffe Rd S Unit 103, which is 5 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.99 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 $23.82 and $31.75. The most frequently booked car type in London is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 23% 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 Hertz branch at 764 Wharncliffe Rd S Unit 103, which is 5 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.99 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 $23.82 and $31.75. The most frequently booked car type in London is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 23% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in London

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz
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