About London
London is famous for its magnificent and ancient buildings that are sure to appeal to your curiosity and excitement. Some of London's most iconic and must-visit attractions are Buckingham Palace, the Palace of Westminster, the Tower of London, London Eye, and Trafalgar Square. This city can be explored on foot or by public transportation.
Places to visit in London
- Buckingham Palace: Buckingham Palace has been the official residence of the UK’s royal family since 1837. It is open to the public for about 10 weeks every summer and on selected days during winter and spring. Some notable features of Buckingham Palace include the Ballroom, Throne Room, and Grand Staircase.
- Tower Bridge: This famous suspension bridge over the River Thames connects the Tower of London to City Hall. The central sections of the bridge open upwards to allow taller boats and ships to pass through comfortably. This bridge is known for the view of the city that it offers.
- Westminster Abbey: Westminster Abbey, founded in A.D. 960, is one of the royal churches in London, where British monarchs have been married and crowned. The first coronation took place in 1066, a tradition that still continues to this day.
- Big Ben: The world-renowned clock tower is the city’s symbol of pride and one of the many reasons behind London’s popularity. This 96-metre-high clock tower, overlooking the entire city, started operating in the year 1859 and is situated next to the Houses of Parliament.
- Tower of London: The Tower of London is a historic castle located on the northern bank of the River Thames in central London. This historic tower served as a safe haven for the royal family and royal possessions during times of war. Some of the notable highlights here include the White Tower, Tower Green, Line of Kings, and the Crown Jewels.
London Airport
You can take IndiGo flights from Bengaluru to two airports in London - Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airport . Heathrow Airport is the UK’s largest and busiest airport. Its IATA code is LHR. It is situated at Longford TW6, around 26 km from London. The facilities at this airport include cash machines, postal services, and meeting rooms. Gatwick Airport, on the other hand, is around 44 km from London and is the second largest and busiest airport in the UK. Its IATA code is LGR, and it is located at Horley, Gatwick. You will find lounges, hotels, luggage services, and Wi-Fi at this airport.
Important things to know when travelling on Bengaluru to London flights
- You need to register with the Indian Embassy and inform them of your travel plans. This will help to track you in case of any emergency.
- For travelling to London, you must have documents such as a visa application form, proof of accommodation, passport, copy of any previous visa that you have, and proof of finances to support your travel and stay abroad, among others.
- Determine the type of UK visa you need. Depending on your purpose of visit, it can be a tourist visa, student visa, business visa, or work visa.
- The baggage allowance for flights from Bengaluru to London is 8 kg for cabin baggage and 30 kg for check-in luggage.