London Blog 2026 — Practical Tips, Itineraries & Transport
London articles written for people actually going: itineraries, Oyster and contactless fares, Congestion Charge and ULEZ, free museums. Updated 2026.
Heathrow & Gatwick to London 2026: Train, Tube, Coach & Taxi Prices
Piccadilly line £5.60, Heathrow Express £25+, Elizabeth line, Gatwick Express £22.70, National Express coaches and black cabs: real 2026 prices and times into central London.
Tips · 10 min read
London Congestion Charge & ULEZ 2026: Complete Driver Guide
Driving in London in 2026 costs £18 a day in the centre plus £12.50 ULEZ for older cars. Zones, hours, how to pay, exemptions and the penalties if you forget.
Tips · 10 min read
3 Days in London: A Realistic Itinerary That Actually Works
A walkable three-day London plan with real travel times, which museums are free, what to book ahead and how much transport costs with the £8.90 daily cap.
Itinerary · 11 min read
Public Toilets in London: Where They Are and What They Cost
London has few street toilets but many usable alternatives: stations, department stores, museums, Community Toilet Schemes and parks. Where to go and what you pay.
Tips · 8 min read