Using your smartphone in London may incur data charges, so check your data allowance with your phone provider. You can cut costs by downloading any apps before you travel, and by using London’s many wi-fi hotspots when you are out and about.
1. Visit London app – official city guide and offline maps
This official London city app helps you to make the most of your time in London while on the move. Features include offline maps, hand-picked lists of the best things to see and do, hidden gems and area guides, great deals and offers, and directions to help you navigate the city. Available on iPhone and Android.
2. TfL Oyster app
Download the TfL Oyster app on your smartphone to top up your pay as you go credit, buy adult-rate travelcards and check your balance. You can also view your journey history and enable notifications when your balance falls below £10.
3. Citymapper London app
The Citymapper app simplifies public transport in London by providing up-to-the-minute information and multiple route options. Features include disruptions, offline maps, prices, taxi fares and even calorie burn counts!
4. Santander Cycles app
Explore London with Santander Cycles’ free app – also on Android & iOS– showing you bike availability and routes to the nearest docking station. Receive a bike release code to your phone and hire a cycle without using the docking station terminal.
5. Museum of London Streetmuseum app
This iPhone and Android app lets you travel back in time. Hold your camera up in present day London and watch as images from London’s past appear on your smartphone screen!
This post was originally published in Visit London, where you can read more!