London Heathrow Airport is one of the UKs largest airports and is a gateway for passengers flying into Great Britain from destinations all over world. The airport is located to the west of London and lies in the county of Berkshire.

Car hire is often an important consideration for visitors arriving to Heathrow from regional airports in the UK or from abroad. In order to secure the best prices, car hire should be booked well in advance and car hire Heathrow Airport can easily be organised online prior to travel. This will ensure that a suitable car is waiting as soon as you are ready to collect it following your arrival at Heathrow Airport. Once you exit the airport, there are a number of wonderful attractions within a very short distance. The historic town of Windsor is a very popular tourist destination and is home to historic Windsor Castle, one of the official residences of the Royal Family.

Families with younger children will enjoy a visit to the Legoland theme park, where they can enjoy hundreds of Lego themed attractions and exhibits. The Royal Windsor Wheel is one of the newest tourist attractions for the area and during the summer, this offers an excellent view of the surrounding countryside.



For a more relaxing day, riverboat cruises operate regularly from the Promenade at Windsor. A gentle trip down the placid waters of the River Thames is a great way to enjoy the beautiful scenery as well as some unique views of Windsor Castle.

Windsor is also known for its comprehensive shopping opportunities and no visit to the area would be complete without a bit of retail therapy. There are a wide selection of gift shops located around the castle area as well as many stylish shops and restaurants in the vicinity of Windsor Royal Station.