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Escape the airport: see London on your layover
Layover Exploration • 6 hours
5.0
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Escape the airport: see London on your layover
Get picked up at the airport and swap the airport lounge for a tour of London tailored to your schedule and wishes!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Don't waste your layover in London waiting at the airport!
- Squeeze in some sightseeing and visit the highlights without stressing about missing your flight
- Swap boring old airport food for an authentic local meal (yum) with great company
- With a host’s savvy, you’ll get exactly want out of your time in London, be it shopping, eating, exploring or ticking off some famous sights - day or night
- Allow your host to personalize an experience that fits your schedule and whets your appetite for London
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
6 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A totally private and personalized itinerary
6 hours with a host - this can be customized to suit your layover (which includes travel time but we'll make sure things run on schedule)
Express train from Heathrow or Gatwick Airport and drop off at train terminal that gets you back to the airport
Airport transfers via Heathrow or Gatwick Express
Walking experience
What’s not included
Food and drink
Additional transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities
Meeting point
Your host will meet you at the airportCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Forget the layover blues - get out of the airport and into the streets of London with one of our local London hosts, who will show you snippets of the city through a local lens while you wait for your next flight.
Tailored to fit your time, budget and interests, see the city's most famous attractions or discover pockets of London that you have never seen before. Time is of the essence, and while you may not be able to see it all, your host will help you make the most of your time.
You could squeeze in some last-minute sightseeing, taking in the wonders of Westminster, the London Eye, and Trafalgar Square, or you could explore a neighborhood where there are markets, unique boutiques, and quirky independent venues galore.
If you have a long flight ahead of you and you're not looking forward to the in-flight meals (who is?), your local London host can take you somewhere to enjoy a delicious meal together. After all, good food tastes even better with good company. So don't waste a second mooching about at the airport; get out there and see some of what London has to offer!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Rita,
Aug 2022
Our private tour guide was great. She was knowledgeable about London and provided us a great experience for the short term we had in London.
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Rita,
Aug 2022
Fausta was great and knowledgeable about London. Took us where we needed to go in a right timing. We had a short layover in London. We highly recommend Fausta. Thank you.
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Julian,
Aug 2022
I booked this tour for my 17 year old son who had a long layover at Heathrow airport after finishing a summer class at Oxford. This was his first solo trip to the UK and we were a little concerned about his safety in a big city like London. Becky was his tour guide, and it really was the best thing that could have happened to him. He had a wonderful experience and really enjoyed Becky's company and knowledge. She really took care of him and even accompanied him back to the airport and made sure he made his flight back to South America. We are very grateful for the service of this company but especially with Becky!
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Douglas,
Jun 2022
Watching the changing of the guard and chiming of Big Ben were highlights of our tour. We were also able to see some tailored sites that we requested.
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Turd,
Jun 2022
Rich was great. The underground strike really messed us up but we figured it out. Great city. Great guide
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Gregg,
Feb 2020
The best way to spend my layover in London! Becky was great and had a plan for us to see everything. Word to the wise though...bring your walking shoes as we walked 5 miles. It was totally worth it! Thanks Becky!
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