Getting Around London
By air:
London has five airports - Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and City Airport. The busiest is Heathrow which is where the majority of long haul flights arrive. Some land in Gatwick also while the others are used mainly by flights coming in from other European countries.
The majority of long-distance buses usually depart from Victoria Coach Station. The arrival terminal is a separate building across the road on Elizabeth Street.
On foot: Even though London is so big, you can still visit many places of interest on foot. Places such as the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square are all within walking distance of each other. But using the tube is essential in any tourists quest to see as much of the city as possible so make sure to buy a travelcard.
By tube and train: The London Underground (or tube) is fast, efficient but can get crowded. The first trains begin around 6am and the final one is at midnight. Before traveling you must buy a ticket as you must use these to pass through turnstiles at every station. The best ticket to buy is an off-peak travelcard for zones 1 and 2 (city centre). If you you’re going to be there for three or more days, enquire about an ‘Oyster Card’.