London, Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick International Airport tourist guide – hotels – car hire

Located in Sussex, 30 miles south of London is Britain’s second busiest airport to be found. The airport is a major entry point to Great Britain. Many trans-Atlantic flights, as well as African destinations, Gatwick airport operates many trans-Atlantic flights, as well as African destinations and the airport consists of North and South Terminals, linked by a monorail. The two terminals provide exchange bureaux, ATMs, airport information desks, shops, duty-free outlets, restaurants and bars.

Attractions near Gatwick Airport

Sussex’s central location on the south coast makes nice day trips to nearby counties easy. Situated on the Dungeness Promontory, Eastbourne is the most convenient center for excursions to East Sussex’s main attractions.

East along the coast lies the historic maritime harbour of Hastings and the enchanting medieval town of Rye, with its magnificent castle overlooking the Romney Marshes and Kent County.

To the east lies Kent and the magnificent towns of Canterbury and Rochester.

To the west, Hampshire and the tranquil Isle of Wight; while to the north are the rolling hills of Surrey.

Car hire gives you the opportunity to explore the lovely Sussex region. The above mentioned locations all can be easily reached by hire car. Click here for London Gatwick airport car hire.

Hotels near Gatwick Airport

There are plenty of hotels, guesthouses and bed and breakfast located nearby Gatwick airport. Many of the Gatwick hotels can be reserved in advance on-line. For better deals on hotel rates it is best to secure your London Gatwick airport hotel on-line.

Hotels in the Gatwick area are well staffed, and include sufficient facilities. Gatwick hotel accommodation ranges from budget to five star hotel establishments. The reputed hotels operate on-line reservation systems. Click here for your suitable hotel at London Gatwick airport.

Airport and car hire at Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport isn’t short of car rental companies operating at the airport. There is a nice selection of hire cars that can be rented at the airport. The south coast makes nice day trips by hire car to other English counties. Book car hire at London Gatwick airport here.

Each terminal at the airport of Gatwick has a short-term airport car park with direct terminal access, long-term car parking is also available in car parks further from the terminals. Usually discounted rates on London Gatwick airport parking are offered when car parking space is reserved on-line in advance.