A Night on the Town
Strap on your coattails and dancing shoes, and be whisked away into a world of flamboyant theatres, nightclubs and bars where the enchanting music and entertainment will keep you out way past your bedtime.
Cheap flights to London are now available for a limited period of time, so get ready to be blown away by the downtown charm and historical splendour of this cosmopolitan city! London, United Kingdom is home to five major airports. The city’s two major international airports are Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Gatwick (LGW). LHR is a 17-minute commute from central London, while LGW is a 30-minute commute, both accessible by Airport Express lines. Direct flights are available from Johannesburg to Heathrow, via British Airways, South African Airways and Virgin Atlantic. The flight time from Johannesburg to London is approximately 11 hours and 15 minutes.
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Strap on your coattails and dancing shoes, and be whisked away into a world of flamboyant theatres, nightclubs and bars where the enchanting music and entertainment will keep you out way past your bedtime.
Start at one end and work your way across the city, perusing the eight Royal Parks of London. Hyde Park and St. James Park have wonderful, romantic gardens – perfect for an afternoon stroll or picnic.
With so many historical landmarks and architectural wonders, you’ll need more than a day to take in the sights and sounds of this vivacious city.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | England |
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Currency | Pound Sterling |
Exchange Rate | 1 ZAR = 0.044 GBP |
Language | English |
Hub Airport | Heathrow (LHR) / Gatwick (LGW) |
Airline | British Airways |
Time Zone | GMT+0 |
Travel Adaptor | Type G |
Although the city has a fairly mild climate, London experiences four main seasons throughout the year. Spring (March-May) sees the city in full bloom with plenty of sunshine. Central London is busy during the Easter holiday, and certain facilities may close over that weekend. Summertime (June-August) sees the city in full swing with exciting music festivals, beer gardens, rooftop bars and recreational parks creating an enticing buzz throughout London. Be aware that this is peak season for attractions, so plan ahead and book in advance to skip the agonizing queues. The best time to visit is at the close of the summer season (September-November), when crowds have dispersed and you’re free to revel in the lovely autumn spirit of the city. Christmas lights adorn the city in December. Be sure to wrap up and take advantage of the quiet streets, boutique sales and discounts on accommodation and attractions during the cosy winter months of January and February.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 2°C | 2°C | 3°C | 6°C | 9°C | 12°C | 14°C | 13°C | 11°C | 8°C | 5°C | 3°C |
High °C | 8°C | 8°C | 11°C | 14°C | 18°C | 21°C | 24°C | 23°C | 20°C | 16°C | 11°C | 9°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 56 | 39 | 46 | 45 | 49 | 50 | 48 | 53 | 56 | 60 | 61 | 58 |
A multicultural hub of people, concepts and energy, London offers an unrivalled number of world-famous attractions. Naming all the city’s landmarks is impossible, but there are some major ones not to be missed. The iconic Tower of London and Tower Bridge majestically loom above the River Thames, housing a vast history of London’s earliest memories. See the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace, while the British Museum contains priceless artefacts from ancient civilisations. Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to catch a royal wedding at Westminster Abbey – if not, hop on the London Eye and gaze at the city’s breath-taking panoramic views. Other architectural masterpieces include Big Ben and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Art and culture buffs must visit the Tate Gallery, home to some of the most significant art collections. Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square mark the gateway to London’s theatre and entertainment scene; while Covent Market is adorned with specialty shops, museums and the Royal Opera House.
Alongside its grand palaces and regal monuments, London boasts a myriad of parks and gardens. Hyde Park is a spectacular retreat from the bustling centre, with its museums, statues and perfectly-manicured gardens.
As night falls, pulsating nightclubs and lively bars light up the streets, where you can dance the night away into the early morning, in time for a proper English breakfast.
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Popular airlines flying to and from London are:
• Emirates
• EasyJet
• SAA
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