A stopover in London
Heathrow Express gets you to Paddington in 15 minutes.
| Airport to the centre | about 30 min |
| Typical central 3–4★ hotel | ~$250 / night |
| Airline stopover program | None, but split tickets often work |
With 24–48 hours
- South Bank walk from Westminster to Tower Bridge
- Free museums: British Museum, Tate Modern
- Borough Market
Tips
- Leave big bags at the airport's left-luggage desk or your hotel so you can explore right away.
- With separate tickets, give yourself at least one night between flights.
- Check whether your passport needs a visa or travel authorisation to leave the airport.
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