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Country / Currency

Pound sterling (£, GBP). Cards and contactless widely accepted; keep some cash for small shops/markets. (VisitBritain)

Airports & Transfers

Nearest airport: Heathrow (LHR) — ≈24 km to central London; 28 min by Elizabeth line (Zone 1–Heathrow fare £13.90); 15 min by Heathrow Express to Paddington (tickets from ≈£10–25). Alternatives: Gatwick (LGW) — ≈45 km; Gatwick Express to Victoria ≈29–32 min. Stansted (STN) — ≈64 km; Stansted Express to Liverpool Street ≈48 min. London City (LCY) — ≈9 km; DLR to Canning Town 6 min, fast interchanges for Tube/EL. (Transport for London)

Local Transport

Tube, Elizabeth line, DLR, London Overground, buses, trams, river services; pay by contactless or Oyster with daily/weekly caps; buses are cashless; always tap in/out on rail. Use Single Fare Finder to check prices. (Transport for London)

Connectivity / SIM

Major carriers: EE, O2, Vodafone, Three. Tourist SIM/eSIM widely sold at airports and high-street shops; PAYG eSIM available on Three. No routine ID registration for UK PAYG. (Three)

Power

Type G plugs • 230 V / 50 Hz. Bring a universal adapter. (Electrical Safety First)

Weather / Best Time

Temperate climate; mild/wet year-round. Pleasant May–Sep; winters cool/damp; heatwaves possible in summer—monitor forecasts and alerts. (Met Office)

Money / ATMs

ATMs ubiquitous in central areas and transport hubs; some charge fees. Use LINK Cash Locator to find free machines; carry some cash as backup. (link.co.uk)

Local Rules to Note

• Private e-scooters are illegal on public roads/paths; only approved rental trials permitted. (GOV.UK)
• Alcohol is banned on TfL services (carrying open containers/drinking breaches byelaws/conditions). (Transport for London)
• Driving charges: Congestion Charge in central London and ULEZ for non-compliant vehicles—check plates before entering. (Transport for London)

Sources

VisitBritain money & tickets; TfL (Elizabeth line, fares/capping, Single Fare Finder, pay-to-drive); Heathrow Express; Gatwick Express; Stansted Express; London City Airport (DLR); Three UK (PAYG eSIM); Electrical Safety First (Type G, 230 V/50 Hz); Met Office (London climate normals); LINK Cash Locator. (VisitBritain)

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