Planning a Trip to London?

London is a fantastic city that should be on every one's "must see list!" As most European cities are, London is a vibrant mix of traditional and contemporary. With everything London has to offer, every traveler will find London truly memorable.

Here is a brief guide and some helpful links to easy you in your travel and planning!

^Getting to London

As of Mar. 6 these are the cheapest available flights to London leaving Jun. 5th and returning Jun. 14th. The price in perentheses was the previously posted price i.e. what the ticket cost 2 weeks ago.

*From:
New York City- $695 NON STOP! ($721)
Atlanta- $1053 ($682)
Chicago- $810 ($678)
Los Angeles- $1082 ($728)

As of Feb. 20 these are the cheapest available flights to London leaving Jul. 5th and returning Jul. 14th:

*From:
New York City- $790 NON STOP! ($789)
Atlanta- $1107 ($939)
Chicago- $1004 ($925)
Los Angeles- $1120 ($1086)

As of Feb. 20 these are the cheapest available flights to London leaving Aug. 5th and returning Aug. 14th:

*From:
New York City- $790 NON STOP ($789)
Atlanta- $1107 ($939)
Chicago- $947 NON STOP ($668)
Los Angeles- $1112 ($712)

As of Feb. 20 these are the cheapest available flights to London leaving Sep. 5th and returning Sep. 14th:

*From:
New York City- $548 NON STOP ($547)
Atlanta- $751 ($652)
Chicago- $764 NON STOP ($638)
Los Angeles- $786 NON STOP ($698)

^Airfare prices are updated every two weeks-month.
*Prices include all taxes and fees.

Intro
First let me give you a brief overview of London from the Weather Channel's Destination Guide. You can view London's current weather as well as average weather for any time of year.
Click Here for London's weather info

London manages to retain its charming English traditions within the world of a modern cosmopolitan city. Enjoy afternoon tea with cucumber sandwiches, or relish a ploughman's lunch at one of the friendly neighborhood pubs where Londoners gather with friends to watch soccer and drink ale. Savor the pungent flavors of cuisine from India, Malaysia, China, the Caribbean, Africa, or the Mediterranean. Over a third of London's population are immigrants; the benefits of this diversity are evident in the distinctive, exuberant neighborhoods of Soho, Mayfair, Marylebone, Piccadilly Circus, Bloomsbury, Knightsbridge, Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, and Bayswater.
The Romans founded Londinium in A.D. 43 on the marshy banks of the Thames. London's growth began in the 11th century, when it became the seat of the last successful invader of Britain, the Norman duke who became William I of England. The first king of England to be crowned in Westminster Abbey, William built the White Tower, the heart of the Tower of London.
London is Europe's biggest city--spreading over an area of more than 620 square miles from its core on the River Thames. Its size, vast crowds, and hectic pace add to the exhilarating energy of the city. Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, The National Gallery, Kensington Gardens, Harrods department store, the Royal Opera House: these are all enchanting sites worth a visit. The dazzling civic landmarks, Roman ruins, baroque churches, quiet squares, narrow alleyways, and perfectly manicured parks make London the walker's paradise. However, London's greatest treasure is perhaps its unparalleled theater scene. From the Royal Shakespeare Company to recent Broadway hits and avant-garde pieces, the fine productions offered continue the most distinguished and innovative thespian tradition in the world. In addition to the high quality of the shows, discount tickets are almost always available at one of the many entertainment outlets around town.
Take a plunge into London's magisterial past. Visit the London of Shakespeare, Dickens, or Virginia Woolf's day--for they are all alive and well in this city of culture and history.

Getting Around

Travel through London is best done by subway (tube), bus or foot. It is a beautiful city and traveling by foot is the best way to see everything that London has to offer.

The Tube's official website

Map of The Tube

Where to Stay

The following hotels are all centerally located and are good options. They are not ranked in any specific order. Some cost below $100/night and some are over $300/night! I have provided links to each hotel that will give you useful information.

London Hotels at Kayak

London Hotels at Booking.com

Also, check out what Tripadvisor has to say about hotels in London:
-m10556-r78268-London_England-Hotel-Deals.html">Find the best deal, compare prices and read what other travelers have to say about hotels in London

The New Inn

Saint Gregory Hotel

Hotel 55

Forest View Hotel


Enjoy your stay in London!