Parking in and travelling around London

Tips for Travellers on How to Beat London’s Congested Airports & Roads

London has become the most popular tourist destination in the world, and UNCSBRP outlines exactly why. It offers tons of possibilities for you to have the time of your life and experience an iconic metropolis first hand. For one, the city has some of the world’s best and busiest airports – the most recognizable of which would probably be Heathrow – making it an enticing destination for both frequent flyers and casual wanderers.

On the surface, airports in London perfectly capture the city’s excellent public transportation system. In contrast, it also contributes to the legendary congestion of not just its landing fields but also its streets. Fortunately, here are some tips on how to beat traffic from the airport to the road.

Heathrow sees a daily average of close to 200,000 passengers arriving and departing; thus, parking would be limited most of the time. So if you’re driving to the airport, it’s essential to reserve a parking space ahead of time. The most ideal times would have to be 24 to 48 hours before your scheduled flight. That way you could save precious seconds looking for a slot and have more time to make the most of Heathrow’s many features.

For commuters, there are plenty of ways to go to and from Heathrow. UK-based parking price comparison website, Parking4Less, suggests the quickest way to travel is via the Heathrow Express if you haven’t got the luxury of picking your car up from the airport’s parking lots. It will only take 15 minutes to get from the airport to the heart of the city where the likes of Big Ben, Madame Tussauds, and the Tower of London are located. A cheaper alternative would be to take the Tube’s Piccadilly Line, which passes by all terminals, or the National Express Coaches that run from the Victoria coach station (though it’ll take longer for you to reach your destination in the city).

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As you’ve gradually eased your way into London, practicality takes a front seat in terms of maximizing time and resources. The charm of black cabs will always be there, but to fully take in the pleasures of your surroundings, it’s best to hop on to another celebrated aspect of the city: double deck buses. London buses are fast and convenient transportation methods. In addition, these beautiful buses have a lot of sightseeing opportunities en route. You can also take the river bus and travel across the city on the Thames, according to Visit Thames. That way, you’ll be able to see London from a different perspective.

These are just simple solutions on how to make the most of your limited time visiting London. At the end of the day, it’s always best to just sit back, relish, and embrace all the inevitable aspects of travelling – whether it be delayed flights or congested streets.

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