- Victoria Park is the heart of downtown and hosts major festivals like Sunfest.
- Covent Garden Market is a historic indoor market with great local food.
- The Thames Valley Parkway offers over 40km of paved trails for biking and walking.
- Richmond Row is the nightlife and shopping strip.
- It's a UNESCO City of Music.
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When to go: Summer or Fall
Summer (June-August) is festival season. Sunfest (July) is huge. The parks are full.
Fall (September-October) is beautiful as the 'Forest City' changes color. Winter is snowy and cold.
- Summer: Festivals and patios.
- Fall: Foliage.
- Winter: Snow and hockey.
Getting there: Train or Drive
London International Airport (YXU) is small. Most people drive from Toronto (2 hours) or Detroit (2 hours).
VIA Rail connects London to Toronto and Windsor. The station is downtown.
- Train: Convenient downtown link.
- Car: Easy highway access (401).
- Bus: Intercity options available.
Where to stay: Downtown
Stay Downtown to be close to Budweiser Gardens (concerts/hockey), the market, and Richmond Row.
There are standard chain hotels and a few boutique options like Hotel Metro.
- Downtown: Central, walkable.
- Old East Village: Up-and-coming, breweries.
- Wortley Village: Charming, residential.
What to see: Parks and Markets
Walk or bike the Thames Valley Parkway. Visit Covent Garden Market and the Western Fair Market (weekend).
Explore Springbank Park. Visit the Banting House (birthplace of insulin). See a show at the Grand Theatre.
- Covent Garden Market: Food hub.
- Springbank Park: Huge green space.
- Banting House: Medical history.
- Budweiser Gardens: Big events.
Food: Farm to Table
London is surrounded by farmland, so local produce is great. Try diverse cuisines on Richmond Row.
Craft beer is big—visit Anderson Craft Ales or London Brewing Co.
- Local Markets: Fresh goods.
- Craft Beer: Growing scene.
- Richmond Row: Dining strip.
Getting around: Car or Bus
London is a driving city. Public transit (LTC) exists but can be slow. Downtown is walkable.
Biking is great on the parkway paths.
- Car: Most convenient.
- Bus: Covers the city.
- Bike: Excellent trail network.
Budget: Affordable
London is much cheaper than Toronto. Food and accommodation are reasonably priced.
Festivals in Victoria Park are often free.
- Food: Good value.
- Festivals: Often free.
- Hotels: Moderate.
1-2 Days in London (ON)
Day 1: Downtown. Covent Garden Market. Walk to the Forks of the Thames. Explore Museum London. Dinner on Richmond Row.
Day 2: Village Life. Visit Wortley Village for coffee. Walk in Springbank Park. Visit a brewery in Old East Village.
- Day 1: River and market.
- Day 2: Parks and pints.
FAQ
Is it the UK London?
No! But it has a Thames River, a Covent Garden, and a Piccadilly Street. It was named after the British capital.
Is it a student town?
Yes, Western University and Fanshawe College bring a lot of young energy (and parties) to the city.
Is it safe?
Generally yes. Downtown has some issues with homelessness, but it's safe for visitors.