Here are our top 10 tips to planning a successful & enjoyable Expo visit:
- Bring comfortable shoes. The Expo site covers the same area as 600 football pitches. You’ll certainly get your steps up!
- Bring an empty (recyclable) water bottle. Expo is big on sustainability and fresh water fountains can be found throughout the site.
- Visit Britain! The UK Pavilion should be on your list to see – particularly at night.
- Come early. Expo gets busier as the day goes on, so come before the crowds and you’ll get the pick of the pavilions.
- Come hungry. The food at Expo is a highlight. Many countries showcase their local cuisine at their pavilions, and you can eat your way around the world. Portugal, New Zealand and Belgium all score top culinary marks.
- Go off the beaten track. The big countries and their big pavilions are impressive, but have a look at the Pacific Islands, Caribbean countries etc for a really interesting experience.
- Plan for more than a day. Given the size of Expo and all there is to see, to do it justice you’ll need to come for two or three days.
- Download the App. There are many live events and shows every day and the App is the best way to see what’s on, when & where.
- Bring your passport. Buy an Expo passport and get stamps from all the pavilions you visit
- Use the metro. Expo sits at the end of the Red Line and there are trains every 5 minutes to and from the city – much the best way to travel.