Currency Exchange at Heathrow T3

[jackrabbit000]

Hi, we're travelling to London and we have a bunch of Euro's at home. Is it better to exchange it to pound sterling here or do it at LHR at Travelex or some other currency exchange? I know they will take Euros but figure it might be easier just to have the money in pounds.

[bob_blah]

In my experience you're better changing currency at your destination, rather than your departure point.

In the case of the UK, I would avoid the Exchanges at the airport, they are horrendous. A much better option is to go to Marks & Spencer, a big chain of Department Stores, they have a Bureau de Change and offer better rates and lower commissions.

[mpsrent]

I've found the airport rates to be excessive. I agree with the other poster, try a non airport location such as M&S for exchange.