United Kingdom (UK) Travel Guide 🇬🇧
Everything a traveler should know before visiting the UK — London, history, castles, transport, visas, budget & safety
🌤 Live Weather — London
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital London
🏴 Countries England · Scotland · Wales · Northern Ireland
💱 Currency Pound Sterling (GBP)
🗣 Language English
⏱ Time Zone GMT / BST (summer)
🔌 Plug Type Type G — 230V
Famous for: Royal landmarks · Castles · Football · Countryside · Museums · Theatre & culture
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
UK Standard Visitor Visa Passport valid 6+ months Return ticket recommended Proof of funds sometimes checked- Travel insurance recommended
- Border checks can be detailed
- Accommodation proof may be required
UK visa is separate from Schengen — not interchangeable.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌸 Apr–Jun Spring · pleasant weather
☀️ Jul–Sep Warmest months
🍂 Oct–Nov Autumn scenery
❄️ Dec–Feb Cold · Christmas markets
Weather is unpredictable — carry a light jacket year-round.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — £70–110 / ₹7,300–₹11,500 / $85–135 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — £140–220 / ₹14,500–₹22,800 / $170–270 per day
- 👑 Luxury — £300+ / ₹31,000+ / $360+ per day
London is significantly more expensive than other UK cities.
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- London Underground (Tube) covers entire city
- National Rail connects major towns
- Contactless & Oyster widely used
- Intercity buses are budget-friendly
Driving uses left-hand traffic — avoid city driving where possible.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Main providers — EE · Vodafone · O2 · Three
- Tourist SIM available at airports
- Strong 4G/5G network
- Public Wi-Fi in most cities
eSIMs are widely available for short-term plans.
💵 Money & Payments
- Cards & contactless widely accepted
- Cashless payments preferred
- ATMs available everywhere
- Tipping optional
Some small cafés may accept cash only.
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Fish & Chips
- English Breakfast
- Sunday Roast
- Pies & pastries
- Scottish haggis (regional)
UK offers diverse international cuisine scenes.
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Wimbledon
- Edinburgh Fringe Festival
- Notting Hill Carnival
- Christmas Lights & Markets
🛡 Safety & Common Scams
- Generally very safe
- Beware pickpocketing in tourist zones
- Late-night areas require caution
- Beware ticket scams
Follow standard city safety precautions.
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Queueing culture is important
- Speak softly in public transport
- Be punctual
- Saying “please” & “thank you” is expected
🎒 What to Pack
- Waterproof jacket
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm layers
- Universal adapter
Pack for rain — even in summer.
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Cool & cloudy most of the year
- Mild summers
- Cold & damp winters
- Frequent light rain
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — London landmarks & museums
- Day 2 — Windsor / Greenwich
- Day 3 — Oxford or Cambridge
- Day 4 — Edinburgh (flight / train)
- Day 5 — Highlands day trip
🚨 Emergency Numbers
🚑 Ambulance 999
👮 Police 999
🔥 Fire 999
🧳 Tourist Help Visitor Centres
❓ FAQs
Is the UK expensive?
London is expensive — other cities are cheaper.
Can I drink tap water?
Yes — clean & safe everywhere.
Is English widely spoken?
Yes — it is the native language.
Is the UK safe?
Yes — follow normal precautions.
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