
3-6 Hours at London Heathrow
Maeve Power
Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at London Heathrow? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Stroll In The Gardens
Hampton Court PalaceIf you have some time to spare at Heathrow but don’t want to head into downtown London, there are lots more options in the surrounding area. Visit Hampton Court Palace for some local history and beautiful landscaping. The royal home of King Henry VIII, Hampton Court Palace offers history and culture in one. Explore the beautiful gardens, marvel at the tapestries in the Great Hall and learn about Tudor feasting and cooking in the kitchens. Entry costs £22. Open daily from 10:00 to 16.30.Located 6.1 miles from the airport, the easiest and quickest way to get there is by taxi.Run By The Lake
Bedfont Lakes Country ParkBedfont Lakes Country Park is a 72.5-hectare nature reserve, located very close to Heathrow airport. Take a walk or run around the beautiful lake and enjoy the fresh air. If you work up a sweat why not head back to the airport to No1 Lounge and use the shower facilities to freshen up before your flight?Located 2.3 miles from the airport. Taxi ranks are available outside each terminal. Heathrow is surrounded by a free travel zone which means you can hop on and off the buses for free and get to any of the airport hotels and surrounding area for free.Go For A Swim
The Park Inn by RadissonIf you have a bit more time to spare and still want to get in a good workout, head to The Park Inn by Radisson and go for a swim in the pool. Follow up your workout with some time in the sauna to relax your muscles and centre your mind. Changing rooms and showers are available to guests. The Park Inn by Radisson leisure facilities are only available to hotel guests and Sanctifly premium members. You can find and book The Park Inn over on the ‘Facilities’ tab.Located 3 miles from Heathrow Airport. Taxi ranks are outside each terminal, use the Hopper bus or get the free bus service no. 423.Luggage Storage
Excess BaggageStore your bags at the airport. You can book long and short-term storage depending on your needs. Prices start from £7.50 per item for the first 3 hours and increases depending on how long you need to store your luggage. There are luggage storage facilities at Terminal 1, 3, 4 and 5.Sanctifly Site Overview
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