Layover Exploration
5 (39)

Escape the airport: see London on your layover

6 hours English
5 (39)
100% Personalized

Get picked up at the airport and swap the airport lounge for a tour of London tailored to your schedule and wishes!

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Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

6 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your host will meet you at the airport

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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.

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)
Round-trip airport transfers by public transport
Walking experience

What’s Excluded:

Food and drink
Additional transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities

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
  • Get exactly want out of your time in London, be it shopping, eating, or exploring
  • Allow your host to personalize an experience that fits your schedule and whets your appetite for London

What travelers think of our London experiences

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Rita 1 August 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 1 August 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 1 August 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 1 June 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 1 June 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 1 February 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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What 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!

Real Stories, Real Connections

A Day at the Iconic London Eye

A Day at the Iconic London Eye

Under Churchill's Gaze: A Moment in History

Under Churchill's Gaze: A Moment in History

A Regal Moment: Posing with History

A Regal Moment: Posing with History

Across the Pond: A Joyful Stroll by Buckingham

Across the Pond: A Joyful Stroll by Buckingham

Joyful Moments at Buckingham Palace

Joyful Moments at Buckingham Palace

Joyful Moments by the Lakeside

Joyful Moments by the Lakeside

A Day at the Castle: Where History Lives

A Day at the Castle: Where History Lives

Capturing Memories in Front of Historic Beauty

Capturing Memories in Front of Historic Beauty

Candid Smiles and Nature's Embrace

Candid Smiles and Nature's Embrace

A Day Out in the Heart of London

A Day Out in the Heart of London

Exploring the Buzz at Borough Market

Exploring the Buzz at Borough Market

A Joyful Stroll Through Timeless Beauty

A Joyful Stroll Through Timeless Beauty

Joyful Moments at the Majestic Castle

Joyful Moments at the Majestic Castle

Sunlit Smiles by Big Ben

Sunlit Smiles by Big Ben

In Front of London's Iconic Red Bus: A Family Adventure

In Front of London's Iconic Red Bus: A Family Adventure

Rainy Day Reflections at Westminster

Rainy Day Reflections at Westminster

A Royal Encounter: Moments in Front of Buckingham Palace

A Royal Encounter: Moments in Front of Buckingham Palace

Embracing History: A Moment with Churchill

Embracing History: A Moment with Churchill

A Stroll by Westminster: Cherishing Moments

A Stroll by Westminster: Cherishing Moments

Exploring the Timeless Elegance of London

Exploring the Timeless Elegance of London

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Charmed Moments at Old Tom's Bar

Charmed Moments at Old Tom's Bar

Treasured Finds and Timeless Elegance

Treasured Finds and Timeless Elegance