One Day in London, Ontario

  • 9:00AM: Visit the Museum London
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Covent Market

    The Museum London is a great place to learn about the history of London, Ontario, and the surrounding area. It has a collection of over 5,000 regional artifacts and exhibits on art, history, and culture.

  • 11:00AM: Explore the Covent Garden Market
    20 minutes (1 mile) from Museum London

    Covent Garden Market is a historic market that features over 50 vendors selling fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and baked goods. It also has a food court offering local and international cuisine.

  • 1:00PM: Lunch at The Early Bird
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Covent Garden Market

    The Early Bird is a popular brunch and lunch spot with a charming atmosphere and an extensive menu featuring classic dishes with a modern twist.

  • 2:00PM: Go back in time at Fanshawe Pioneer Village
    20 minutes (8 miles) from The Early Bird

    Fanshawe Pioneer Village is a living history museum that showcases life in rural Canada during the 19th century. It has over 30 restored buildings and offers guided tours and demonstrations.

  • 4:00PM: Visit the Labatt Brewery
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Fanshawe Pioneer Village

    The Labatt Brewery offers tours that give visitors an inside look at how beer is made. It also has a retail store where you can purchase Labatt merchandise and beer samples.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Museum London (2 hours, free)
  • Covent Garden Market (1 hour, free)
  • The Early Bird (1 hour, $15-25 per person)
  • Fanshawe Pioneer Village (2 hours, $10 per person)
  • Labatt Brewery (1 hour, $15-20 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $40-70 per person

Transportation

London, Ontario is easily explored by car, and there are also public transportation options available. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available. A car rental for the day would cost around $50-75, and public transit is $3.25 per person per ride.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby Banting House National Historic Site, home of the discoverer of insulin. If you have less time, skip the Labatt Brewery or cut short your visit to Fanshawe Pioneer Village.

Airports

The main airport in London, Ontario is London International Airport (YXU). It is located 5 miles northeast of the city center and offers flights to various destinations in Canada and the United States.

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