UK Travel Planning Tips for Making the Most of a London Layover: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore
This special episode was originally recorded for the Germany Travel Planning Podcast, where Tracy joined Cate to share insider tips for making the most of a London layover.
Turn your short stop in London into a compact yet rewarding adventure. Learn how to plan 24 to 48 hours in the UK capital without feeling rushed, from choosing a central base to making the most of every meal and moment.
Discover how to stay smart, move efficiently and see a few essentials deeply rather than frantically. We cover where to stay, what to eat, and how to fit in the top sights while leaving time to simply enjoy being in London.
In this episode:
• Why Zone 1 locations make the perfect layover base
• Hotel and area tips around Covent Garden, the British Museum and Borough Market
• How to combine Tube, bus and river boat travel, plus when to book a black cab tour
• Food favourites: Borough Market picks, Pick & Cheese, Café in the Crypt and the V&A café
• Afternoon tea tips: traditional vs themed and when to book
• Must-see highlights: Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral and the V&A
• Why Greenwich belongs on even short itineraries and the best ways to reach it
• Christmas in London: best lights routes, timing and warmth tips
• Pacing your visit, footwear and layers to stay comfortable
• Easy day trips from London, including Bath, Oxford, Cambridge, Canterbury and Windsor
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📝 Show Notes - Episode 172
Tracy was a guest on the Germany Travel Planning Podcast for this episode.
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