Luton Airport is the fourth largest airport in London, almost 50 km from Central London. Given its size and state of the art amenities, it is filled with passengers, as well as shopping and dining options to keep them occupied between flights. Some of the most popular places near the Airport include:
Wardown Park Museum- A Victorian Mansion in Wardown Park doubles up as Luton's town museum. The exhibits at the museum revolve around the archaeology and local traditions in Bedfordshire. The most famous artefacts you will find in the museum include a mirror from the Iron Age, the Shillington Roman Coin Hoard, a collection of 130 gold coins from the reigns of seven different Roman emperors, and The Wenlock Jug from the 1400s. The local traditions of hat and lace making are chronicled in the museum with examples dating as far back as the 1600s.
Stockwood Park- Located at the southern end of Luton, at a distance of roughly 5.3 km from the Luton Airport, this 110-hectare park was once a country estate. The stables and walled gardens of the park now act as a discovery centre that was established in the 1960s. The giant historic trees of the park are interspersed with a golf centre, athletic facilities and sports pitches. OYO London Luton is situated 2.2 km from the park and is perfect if you are looking for nearby accommodations.
Leighton Buzzard Railway- A fun-filled family affair, a visit to the Leighton Buzzard Railway will bring you face to face with narrow gauge steam trains. You can travel to the countryside with occasional stops at the museum and the craft shop.
St. Alban’s Cathedral- It's a shrine dedicated to the oldest saint in Britain’s history. Referred to locally as the “Abbey”, most of its architecture is from the Norman times. You will find yourself captivated by the amalgam of Romanesque architecture from the 11th century with later additions that included gothic trimmings.
How To Reach?
Almost all the tourist attractions in the city are a stone-throw away from the Airport. Stockwood Park, for example, can be accessed by bus, which takes about 40 mins. Travelling by taxi, on the other hand, will take you about 9 mins. The Stockwood Park is about 5.3 km from the Airport. Wardown Museum is about 5.8 km and the journey takes about 30 minutes via a line no. 24 bus; a taxi, albeit more expensive, will save you time and you can be at the museum in 5 minutes. The easy commute to most tourist places means that the number of people travelling to these areas is a lot making them perfectly safe for travellers.
What To Eat?
Just thirty minutes from the airport, you will find malls and restaurants in Luton that are easily accessible by public transport like taxis and buses. Italian cuisine is a staple in the area, followed by fried chicken and kebabs. Keeping in line with the traditions of Luton, you can try a lavish Sunday roast at any of the nearby cafes. The Luton Airport itself has fast food chains and local restaurants for a quick coffee and burger while you are waiting to board your flight. You can also pick up duty-free products like perfumes and cosmetics at The Travel Galleria.
Best Accomodation near Luton Airport
OYO Hotels are designed to cater to the needs of their guests with amenities like free wifi, car parking, bars, in-house restaurants, and taxi and shuttle services. Modern en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs and daily housekeeping along with a rooftop and room heaters make these hotels an ideal spot to stay in. With over 50 hotels around Luton Airport, OYO Hotels is the best option for you.