10 Important Things to Know Before Visiting London

These are some things to know before your first visit to London. My ten tips will make your visit to London easier and help you not stick out as a tourist. London underground tips, how to tip in restaurants, and how to pronounce some of the trickier names, and more.

**Updates and corrections:
- They call it the River Thames (not Thames River)
- For all oyster cards, zone charges have increased. For example, travel via zones 1-2 for the day (plus any bus rides) it costs £6.60 the most for that day

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[vernonpeters]

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[MarshmallowsMolly]

And I loved this video, I'm from London but I still watched it all haha

[ibslimm]

I’ve been living in NY for 20 years, I’m tired of the US and need a big change.i have tons of family in England and I’d like to move over here.thanks for making this channel

[MarkusDuesseldorf]

Well, I am in London once or twice a year, and if I am asked by someone what they should know before, I always give the following three tips which a the most important ones according to my point of view:

1st, an Oyster Card is not necessary if you are in London for a few days only. You can use your credit or debit card with NFC chip for all tubes, busses, etc. as well, and you are charged the same as with an Oyster Card. So you avoid the time and effort to purchase an Oyster Card, paying £5 deposit and returning the Oyster Card and claiming back your deposit and remaining credit.

2nd, chose for Heathrow, Gatwick or city airport, if you have a choice. Public transportation to/from other airports is extremely overpriced. Do not take Heathrow or Gatwick Express but regular tube (Heathrow) or regular trains (Gatwick).

3rd, accommodation is a lot cheaper if you stay outside of the city center. In the city center, hotel prices are extremely expensive and/or of bad standards. I often chose for Croydon. It’s close to the city (15-20 mins by train), there is a pedestrian zone with stores, supermarkets and restaurants, and hotels only cost a fraction in relation to the city.

[airportinfohq]

0:09 1. Cars drive on the left
0:35 2. Learn how to say ...
1:25 3. Order draft beers/cider by the pint
1:48 4. Check the bill for a service charge
2:07 5. Use the CityMapper app to get around
2:40 6. The Currency used is Pounds
3:09 7. Get an Oyster Card
4:11 8. Take a double-decker bus
4:40 9. Change Currency at the Post Office
4:48 10. Be careful taking black taxis
Awesome video!Thanks for sharing.

[indianweddingphotographerbipin]

London is filled with amazing places to see, delicious foods to eat and quirky spots to see and photograph. Love London.

[Newcardsu]

I love how easy the oyster card system is, and that you can also use it on the red busses.
I put in 20 and was traveling all around for a week, and I didn't have to top it up.. Lovely.

[ChristianIyalla_]

I watched this video and my mind was blown. Thank You SO MUCH!

[trooperthatsall]

As someone who is a Londoner, this video popped in to my viewing list and decided to watch it. This is spot on, even down to the pronunciation of the locations. Very good advice throughout, if you come here GET AN OYSTER CARD, you can go everywhere with it, even on the Thames River Boats - use it to top up, also can you can get a discount on the Emirates Sky Ride. A massive thumbs up to Love and London. Trooper

[EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit]

This is one of your best performing videos. Such useful information. Best part for Indians is that we can drive with Indian driving licence in all over UK.

[yuvalhason]

Thank you very much for the tips!. I'm going to London in 3 days with my grandma and cousin can't wait!!

[natalie]

Leaving for London from Canada in 11 days, I keep watching your videos over and over and taking notes. Thanks for all your advice. Makes me feel a little less nervous!

[joffa]

I just wanted to say thank you so much for taking the time to upload these videos. They are super helpful. I'm visiting London for the first time in August and will take all your advice onboard. Thanks again..

[meg-]

Is there anyone else here who's British and is just watching this for fun ?😂

[blankfaceduser]

The City just extends itself endlessly in all directions, engulfing and enveloping neighboring towns and cities in one enormous sprawl.

[csicsi]

I am going with my daughter end of March ! Can't wait !

[jennyf]

This is great. Best London tips video I've seen. Straight and to the point not to mention specific. AMAZING!

[abigo]

We watched this video before our work & travel trip to london and it was a huge help!

[VinayMishra-riyt]

London. Beautiful place and beautiful people. Thanks London.

[kim-cuongle]

Ready or not London, here we come. Got my GBP $ today. excited!!!
Thank you for your 101 guide & videos.
Wishing you a GREAT 2017!