Should I exchange money before London?


Should I exchange money before London? Resist the urge to buy foreign currency before your trip. Some tourists feel like they just have to have euros or British pounds in their pockets when they step off the airplane, but they pay the price in bad stateside exchange rates. Wait until you arrive to withdraw money.


What is the cheapest way to use money in the UK?

The Best Way to Handle Money in the UK as a Visitor ATMs in the UK do not charge you a fee, so you will be hit by your bank's charge and the exchange rate provided, but this is often cheaper than bringing physical money and exchanging it.


Is 300 pounds enough for a week in London?

If your place to stay, airfare, and football tickets/tour aren't included in the £300, as you said, then you should be good to go. You can get by on £60 (60 pounds) a day for food (especially cheapie food) and drink (and transport), if you don't over do it.


How much cash should I bring for 2 weeks in Europe?

It all depends on where you're going and what you plan to do during your trip. As you can see from our travel costs table above, some European cities are cheaper or more expensive than others. As a general rule, though, it's a good idea to budget at least $100 a day for your vacation.


How many pounds should I take to London?

We recommend the following budget per person for 7 days in the UK: Budget trip: £385. Mid-range trip: £945. Luxury trip: £2000.