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Great Britain
Travel Guide
UK Fast Facts
Languages Spoken
English is the main language in the UK but different dialects are spoken in the different countries of the UK such as Scots and Gaelic and Welsh.
Currency
Name: Great Britain Pound or Pound Sterling
Code: GBP
Symbol: £
Time Zones
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
-8hrs Australian Western Standard Time
- 10hrs Australian Eastern Standard Time
Top Places to visit in Great Britain
Great Britain Travel Costs
Beers
The obligatory pint of beer in a British pub can set you back $5 to $10 depending on where in the UK you are. Expect to pay more in cities, London tops the pint prices whereas Herefordshire in the West Midlands is the cheapest place to drink.
Meals
Average pub meals in the UK cost between $10-$20, restaurant prices range from $20-$35. London restaurants and pubs are a bit more pricey but street food delicacies can be found in many parts of the city and cost $7-$12.
Taxi Ride
A 3km taxi ride in the UK costs on average $8 but fares differ greatly between cities and especially London and Aberdeen can set you back $11-$15 for the same journey.
Transport
Travel on buses and subways in cities costs $3-$6, intercity coach travel starts at $10 if you want to get from city to city. To travel independently, you can book a campervan with us from $37pp per day.
Hostels
You can find clean, budget hostels all over Britain and dorm beds in UK hostels will cost between $15 and $25.
Hotels
The average price for a night in a mid-range hotel would be somewhere between $135 and $170.
When to go to the UK
The UK's weather fluctuates throughout the year though traditionally peak times to visit are during the warmer months from May until September. During the spring and summer months the countryside is glorious and the cities are buzzing with pop up markets and restaurants. Traditional pubs spill out onto the streets as locals and tourists take advantage of the sunshine. This isn’t to say though that the cooler months aren’t as good. During December, cities and towns come alive with magical Christmas markets, burning log fires, twinkling lights and giant Christmas trees.
What to do in the UK
Work in the UK
Great Britain Adventures
Britrail Passes
Great Britain Bus Passes
Campervan Hire
Top Tours in the UK
London Explorer
5 Days From $835
Great Britain and Ireland
16 Days From $2803
Scotland
6 Days From $1021
Do I need a visa for the UK?
Depending on your nationality, you may need a Visa to enter the UK. Currently New Zealand passport holders can enter and stay in the UK for up to six months without a visa while on holiday. All travelers should check current visa and passport regulations before travelling to the UK, and allow plenty of time to acquire the correct documentation. For information about working visas for the UK, contact our Travel Experts.
How can I work in the UK?
Want to work in the UK? No problem, with Britbound you can start your UK adventure stress-free. Take a look at our work starter packages and let our Travel Experts help you find the right visa to get you started.
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