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, 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
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
London in December
Estimated hotel price
$193
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 journey from London to Ottawa takes 9h 30m and costs around $351 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $351 for a 10h 32m 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 Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

You can travel by bus to London using FlixBus or VIA Rail Canada. 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 journey from London to Ottawa takes 9h 30m and costs around $351 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $351 for a 10h 32m 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 Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

You can travel by bus to London using FlixBus or VIA Rail Canada. 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

YXULondon
YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving London

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,738 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in London

Average rates range from around $180 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $135 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

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Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$202+
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Comfort Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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Ramada by Wyndham London
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$144+
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Days Inn by Wyndham London
2 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
$103+
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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 Alamo branch at 1750 Crumlin Road, which is 8 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.85 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 $22.18 and $29.57. 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, 65% 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 $1.85 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 $22.18 and $29.57. 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, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in London

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

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