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The City

Street sign London.

Much like New York City, London is divided up into different neighborhoods or villages, each with their own unique assets that add the overall experience of London. These villages essentially represent the eclectic population that is brought together to make such a great city. They range from the classy, exclusive neighbors, to the overpopulated tourist attractions, or the quaint little neighborhoods to the new “up and coming” locations.

As a student at NYU London, you will be residing in the Bloomsbury area. Bloomsbury is primarily known as the literary capital and walking around you will be overwhelmed by the number of book shops. Blocks away from the Academic Center are the British Museum, as well as Oxford Street, clad with innumerous shops and even more tourists! 

What would you do with 30 days in London?

"See a football game, sit in a park on any sunny day, go to a different room of the British Museum each day, visit the latest art installation in the Tate Modern's Turbine Hall, go on day trips outside of Central London to Primrose Hill, or walk along the River Thames.

- Nigel Freeman, Assistant Director Student Life

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Weather

The weather in London is very unpredictable, so be prepared for all kinds of weather. The two main recommendations Londoners will offer are: (1) always carry a waterproof jacket or an umbrella (or "brolly," as the English call it) and, (2) dress in layers so you can be comfortable if the weather changes.

London experiences a relatively moderate change in temperature throughout the seasons. Winter lows rarely drop below freezing and tend to hover around the mid to low 40s. The warmer months, are not particularly warm either, with the average summer temperature being around 70, though temperatures do rise into the 90s on occasion.

Getting Around

London has an extensive public transportation system with the Tube and the bus. When you arrive in London you will receive an Oyster Card, the use of which makes fares cheaper and journeys easier.  Tube rides vary depending on which “zone” you travel to and when you travel; however, most journeys will be within Central London, or “Zone 1,” and that costs £2.00 with an Oyster Card (as opposed to £4.30 without one). Bus rides will cost you £1.35 with any Oyster Card (and £2.30 without). 

Subway in London

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