Free/cheap things to do in London
May 24th, 2013, 06:31 AM
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Free/cheap things to do in London
My 19yo DS is studying in London for 6 weeks and then hosteling in Europe for 10 days. Cost is an issue in coordinating activities with other students on a variety of budgets. They have many afternoons & weekends free so he's trying to find low cost options.
They are cooking most nights and staying in the Bloomsbury area.
They are cooking most nights and staying in the Bloomsbury area.
May 24th, 2013, 06:51 AM
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Most of the museums are free. Here are some other ideas
http://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/free-london
http://www.londonforfree.net/
http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/201...s-to-do-london
http://www.visitlondon.com/tag/free-attractions
http://www.londontown.com/London/London-for-Free
http://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/free-london
http://www.londonforfree.net/
http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/201...s-to-do-london
http://www.visitlondon.com/tag/free-attractions
http://www.londontown.com/London/London-for-Free
May 24th, 2013, 07:12 AM
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Yeah, for top museums in London finding one with no admission fee is easy:
Tate Britain
Tate Modern
National Maritime
V&A
Natural History
Imperial War
British
National Gallery
National Portrait Gallery
British Library
That's a start.
Tate Britain
Tate Modern
National Maritime
V&A
Natural History
Imperial War
British
National Gallery
National Portrait Gallery
British Library
That's a start.
May 24th, 2013, 07:40 AM
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Just exploring London neighborhoods is fascinating - and that is always free.
Also they shouldn't miss some of the major churches - for history and architecture - esp Westminster Abbey (numerous tombs of British monarchs) and St Paul's. Also definitely have a look at the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and the Horseguards parade (cavalry).
Also they shouldn't miss some of the major churches - for history and architecture - esp Westminster Abbey (numerous tombs of British monarchs) and St Paul's. Also definitely have a look at the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and the Horseguards parade (cavalry).
May 24th, 2013, 08:05 AM
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I studied in London (Bloomsbury, actually) for a semester in college, and we went to tons of plays and musicals. When you're there as a student, you have the flexibility to run by and see if there are any reduced tickets available the day of. It was 1999 when I was there, but we'd get tickets for £15 sometimes. Not free, but a great deal compared to full price!
Of Russ's list, my favorites are the National Portrait Gallery and the V&A, but they're all definitely worth a visit.
Of Russ's list, my favorites are the National Portrait Gallery and the V&A, but they're all definitely worth a visit.
May 24th, 2013, 08:11 AM
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http://www.speakerscorner.net/
Speakers' Corner at Hude Park's northeast tip - by Oxford St is one great free entertainment in London - Sundays most active.
Speakers' Corner at Hude Park's northeast tip - by Oxford St is one great free entertainment in London - Sundays most active.
May 26th, 2013, 09:24 AM
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Just exploring London neighborhood outdoor markets is fascinating - and that is always free.
Yes Camden Locks on weekends, London's most popular outdoor market venue and just a neat area
and Portobello Road on Saturdays and Sundays (not sure both dsays) is another really popular one
and Petticoat Lane - in the dreary east side is the best people watching possible - and ear-listening to as the Cockney accents yell out "10 for a fiver" or about a bag one was selling "the more you put in it the more it holds" - London's outdoor markets are free entertainment!
Yes Camden Locks on weekends, London's most popular outdoor market venue and just a neat area
and Portobello Road on Saturdays and Sundays (not sure both dsays) is another really popular one
and Petticoat Lane - in the dreary east side is the best people watching possible - and ear-listening to as the Cockney accents yell out "10 for a fiver" or about a bag one was selling "the more you put in it the more it holds" - London's outdoor markets are free entertainment!
May 27th, 2013, 06:50 AM
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I'm surprised his student contacts in London haven't already made him aware of:
http://www.timeout.com/london/cheap-london
http://www.timeout.com/london/cheap-london
May 27th, 2013, 05:43 PM
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Thanks PatrickLondon. Can't believe I forgot TimeOut.
He's only been there since Monday but seems to be getting more comfortable each day.
You have all been so kind & helpful. I appreciate this forum so much. Thank you.
He's only been there since Monday but seems to be getting more comfortable each day.
You have all been so kind & helpful. I appreciate this forum so much. Thank you.
May 27th, 2013, 05:57 PM
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Eyemom84,many freebies in London are suggested on this interesting blog:
http://www.tiredoflondontiredoflife.com/
Your daughter should love London...
http://www.tiredoflondontiredoflife.com/
Your daughter should love London...
May 27th, 2013, 06:27 PM
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On a pleasant day, just walking in any of the major parks or along the Embankment is a treat -- and free. Grab a sandwich and a drink from Marks and Spencer or Sainsbury's and you're set for the day.
Free lunchtime concerts at St. Martin in the Fields. Buskers at Covent Garden Market. The half-price booth at Leicester Square for theater tickets.
Free lunchtime concerts at St. Martin in the Fields. Buskers at Covent Garden Market. The half-price booth at Leicester Square for theater tickets.
May 28th, 2013, 11:36 AM
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On Sunday, the Columbia Road Flower Market is open in the lively (not dreary) East End (NOT East Side) http://www.columbiaroad.info/
The whole street is full of flower stalls and you get lots of Cockney banter from the stall holders. Towards the end of the day, they sell the flowers off cheaply.
Also in the East End is Spitalfields http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/
with the market and several interesting shops and restaurants. There's also a magnificent Nicholas Hawksmoor church, Christ Church.
The whole street is full of flower stalls and you get lots of Cockney banter from the stall holders. Towards the end of the day, they sell the flowers off cheaply.
Also in the East End is Spitalfields http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/
with the market and several interesting shops and restaurants. There's also a magnificent Nicholas Hawksmoor church, Christ Church.
May 28th, 2013, 09:13 PM
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I'll add Bricklane to the list of Sunday markets mentioned here. At Notting Hill Arts Club, Rough Trade mounts a free showcase every Saturday.
And of course, London is dotted with gorgeous parks. Queen Mary’s Rose Gardens in Regent Park. St. James Park is another impressive open space.
And of course, London is dotted with gorgeous parks. Queen Mary’s Rose Gardens in Regent Park. St. James Park is another impressive open space.
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