Traveling for Queen Elizabeth’s funeral? All you need to know

The state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, will be on September 19 at Westminster Abbey.

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Soon, there will be a procession of the casket from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster.

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The Queen will lie in state at Westminster Hall for 4 days and members of the public will be allowed to pay their respects to her.

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US travelers visiting the UK must have a valid passport for their entire trip. Tourists don’t need a visa if they are staying for less than 6 months.

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The UK dropped its Covid-19 travel rules in March, allowing visitors to enter the country without showing proof of a negative test.

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The easiest path into London is through Heathrow Airport, where travelers will find the most selection of flights.

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Visitors should consider hotels close to Windsor Castle as they are typically 50-60% less expensive than the city center.

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Travelers should expect London's public transport and roads to be very busy and must plan for journeys ahead of time.

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While a trip to London is cause for excitement, American visitors should also keep in mind that this is a somber time.

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