Best Of London On A Budget

London is a metropolitan city with a deep history stretching back to Roman times. It’s one of the world’s leading tourist destinations attracting an average of 20 million people each year. London is home to 9 million people who get to enjoy astounding historic monuments, pop-up cultural events and the amazing street art. There is always something to see or do in this spectacular city and the amazing thing is that you don’t have to break the bank doing it. If you are on a strict budget, you can opt to have a free tour in London to sight-see or participate in amazing sites such as;

 

TAKE A JOG AT THE HYDE PARK

Hyde Park is one of the largest and most famous parks in London covering 350 acres. The park has plenty of greenery and two large water bodies with swans and pigeons. The park has historic significance since its inception in 1637 hosting several activities such as debates, protests or performances done at the park’s famous speaker’s corner. Plenty of tourists visit the eco-friendly park for a bunch of reasons such as sunbathing, skating, boat riding, cycling and jogging.

STROLL ACROSS THE TOWER BRIDGE

Tower Bridge is one of London’s most famous landmarks and a must-see for every tourist coming to the UK. It was constructed in 1886 crossing the Thames river. The Tower Bridge is a combination of a bascule bridge with a suspension bridge with a height of 213 feet and a length of 801 feet. The drawbridge opens and closes several times a day and the view is spectacular. Crossing the bridge is free and a good option for a tourist on a budget.

EXPERIENCE LONDON’S STREET ART

London is world-renowned for its amazing street art. Shoreditch, a city in East London is one creative hub filled with cosy pubs, cheezy cafes, amazing art galleries and colourful street art. Graffiti is generally illegal in London but there are several ‘free walls’ designated for graffiti lovers. Leake Street Tunnel popularly known as Graffiti Tunnel lets artists explore their creativity and showcase it to the world. As street art continues to evolve from graffiti to elegant art galleries, London hosts a huge number of art studios and galleries. Tourists can freely go in to view the art and may purchase some pieces for their homes.

PARTAKE IN AFTERNOON TEA

London offers plenty to see and do, leaving one very exhausted. For rest, what would be more British than partaking afternoon tea? Afternoon tea, sometimes referred to as High tea is simply the experience of going to a hotel or restaurant to have some tea and indulge in exquisite cakes and delicious nibbles. Regular cafes offer high tea for those on a budget but if you aren’t money conscious, The Kensington, Harrods and The Shard are phenomenal options.

ATTEND MASS AT THE ST. PAUL CATHEDRAL

The St. Paul Cathedral is a world-renowned Anglican cathedral that sits at the highest point of London. The church dates way back to 604 AD and was originally constructed to be five churches in one by the famous Christopher Wren. The dome of the church reaches a height of 366feet with impeccable interior decor and a huge lantern hanging from the ceiling. Attending mass at the church is free not unless you want a cathedral tour which attracts a small fee.

GET YOUR HARRY POTTER ON

The best-known story in the world of magic is undoubtedly Harry Potter. When you talk of harry potter you talk of London. Many tourists visit London to discover the secrets of the bewitching Harry Potter series on a guided tour by the Warner Bros Studios. A visit to this studio offers one the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of wizards and witches. The tour provides an overview of the most important Harry Potter hotspots in London and how the film came to life.