London conjures up many images like world-class museums, galleries, historical marvels, exclusive pubs, restaurants and top-class clothing brands. Visiting the glitzy city of London on your wish list? With little planning and smart budget calculations, you can squeeze the most of your trip expenses in this pricey city.
Consider using some of the money saving formulas to enjoy an affordable visit in London. And you know what the interesting bit is? The inexpensive tour options in the city are way more fascinating than high-priced alternatives!
River Thames and The Palace of Westminster a.k.a Houses of Parliament ( House of Commons & House of Lords)Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in River Thames and Houses of Parliament.
Here is the list of free and discounted travel, accommodation and shopping options that will not burn a hole in your pocket. Related Article: 11 Awesome Things to do in England, UK
1. Getting around Free London Attractions
There are many in beautiful attractions and landmarks the city which you can visit without paying a single penny. Isn’t that amazing? Get an Oyster Card travel, which helps you to save 50% in public transport system. Using the pass, you can get heavy discounts on range of other things like drinks and food.
You can pay visit to top art galleries and museums like Tate Modern, Tate Britain, National Gallery and British Museum, and outdoor spaces such as Hyde Park and Hampstead Heath absolutely free. Another mesmerising thing to watch for free is the “Changing of the Guard” at Buckingham Palace. So you can do really amazing things for Free!
Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in Tate Modern, Tate Britain, National Gallery, British Museum, Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace.
2. Markets to bargain
There are many places to shop in the city where you can get some unique shopping experience at affordable rates. market, Farmers market, street markets and Camden lock market are some of the places where you can bargain a lot and haggle for high saving. Be it fresh produces to art and antiques, designer clothes to vintage, get to shop everything at discounted rates.
Stores like Primark and vintage emporiums can offer you cheap fashionable clothes and retro products.
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3. Budget Accommodation
For affordable accommodation option look no further and book from budget hotel chains and serviced apartments in the nearby neighbourhoods. Stay at Old Street, Shoreditch, Hoxton, Islington and Canary Wharf where you can get good serviced apartments at affordable rates and enjoy all the luxuries of the hotel. And you can camp in London as well. You can also check the list of cheap hotels in London here.
Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in Old Street and Canary Wharf.
4. Free travel for Kids in London
Horse Guards Parade, WhitehallDid you know the fact the young kids under the age of five can travel for free if they are travelling with adults who are paying all the fare. They do not need oyster card to travel. Another option would be to travel at discounted rates using zip oyster card which is an Oyster photo card for young person. To get this card, you need to apply for it in advance.
5. Look for an Online Fix – Free Wi-fi Spots
In London, there are lot many locations where you can get free Wi-Fi access including most cafes like Costa, Starbucks and Pret a Manger. You can also get free Wi-Fi at five library locations. Though you can get it for free only for half hour but you can make most of it.
You can use Skype to stay in touch with your friends and family rather than talking to them on phone.
6. Look for Best Eating-out places
If you are looking for affordable restaurants and want to enjoy some good food, there are many good restaurants in the city offering excellent food, a true value for money. You can fill your stomach with scrumptious food without emptying your wallet. Some of the best ones include Masala zone, Mestizo Mexican restaurant, Spaghetti House – Sicilian Avenue and Clockjack Oven, to name a few.
7. Enjoy Happy Hours
If are all geared up to have fun in exotic pubs, make sure you visit the place in happy hours. You can surely grab a good deal on drinks and food this time. Another option would be to get along to one many student club nights in London. For this entry, you can check the tickets online and get all information about the student club to save money.
With so much to do for free in this expensive city, you will surely enjoy an amazing day out, discovering the great city of London.
