You will regularly hear from travelers how expensive London can be, but London has lots of places that are free including museums and galleries, musical and ceremonial performances along with shopping and markets.
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Visitors worry that London is an expensive city but there really is so much to do for free from museums and galleries to free music and walking tours.
You've seen the Top Ten Free Things to Do in London so what else is there? Well, here's is the second Top Ten Free Things to Do in London with more ideas to keep you busy in London without costing you a penny.
You might think that London is not a very child-friendly city but you'd be wrong. You may also think of London as an expensive city. Wrong again! There is always something going on for children and families and there are plenty of free things to do for in London children too.
The City of London is actually only a small area east of central London, also known as the Square Mile. The City of London becomes really quiet at the weekend when the workers aren't there. It's well worth a visit as it's full of historical buildings next to modern additions. And, there's loads to do for free.
You may be surprised to hear this but a lot of London's major museums and art galleries offer free admission. Here's a list of the best of the big names you can visit for free all year round.
If you would really like to hear some live music while in London but think the price will be prohibitive then let me share with you the secret places where we can regularly enjoy free music across the capital.
We all need to need where the best loos are in central London whether we're visiting or local. London train stations (not tube stations) all have toilets but are not usually free.
The Ceremony of the Keys at The Tower of London is a 700 year old tradition that takes place every night. Essentially it's locking all the doors to the Tower of London and the public are allowed to escort the wardens, as long as they apply in advance.
St Paul's Cathedral in London sells tickets for visitors but there are ways to visit St. Paul's Cathedral for free. If you are short on time or money, find out here how you can visit St. Paul's Cathedral in London for free.
Here's a great day for families with children of all ages. It starts at the British Museum, takes in a free children's playground, and visits spooky university museums.
Greenwich Foot Tunnel is a pedestrian crossing under the River Thames between Greenwich and Island Gardens, London. There are about a hundred steps at each end but it's free and open 24 hours a day.
Tour of the best to see and do in Greenwich, south London, where all time is measured from.
Watch This Space is the National Theatre's free outdoor summer festival which takes place on the South Bank in Theatre Square. There is a 'grass' area for you to sit and watch the entertainment which includes a mix of British and international street theater, bands, club nights, dance, cabaret and more. It's fun. It's free. Enjoy!
Kenwood House is a former stately home on the north edge of Hampstead Heath. Its art collection includes Rembrandt, Turner, Reynolds, Gainsborough and Vermeer, and it's free to visit.
Somerset House, London's 18th century neoclassical palace, offers free guided tours on the first Saturday of the month.
Giro the Nazi Dog is the only Nazi memorial in London. Giro was owned by Dr Leopold von Hoesch who was the German Ambassador in London from 1932 to 1936.
The Vault is the rock memorabilia museum in the shop at the Hard Rock Cafe in London.
The Royal British Legion Poppy Factory in Richmond, Surrey makes paper poppies and wreaths for Remembrance Day, 11 November. The factory workers, many disabled ex-serviceman and dependents, make poppies all year round and free factory tours are available.
Down a side road, through a tunnel, press a button for a light and you too can find the well-hidden Roman Baths in central London. This free unattended attraction is managed by The National Trust and can be hard to find so I've put together these clear directions.
Find out how and where to stand on the Prime Meridian of the world at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London.
The London Stone is a fragment of a 3,000 year old piece of limestone that for years was considered to be the symbolic heart of London.
Gresham College has no students and does not teach courses but is an educational institution of higher learning that exists to provide free public lectures. The free public lectures have been running for over 400 years.
Inner Space is a meditation and self-development center in Covent Garden, central London. After visiting the bookshop, try the free Quiet Room where you can relax and unwind. What an oasis of calm in such a busy city!
Jeremy Bentham asked for his body to be put on display in a wooden cabinet after his death - and that's what happened. Find out where to see this bizarre London sight for free.
Whitefriars Crypt in the City of London is the remains of a 14th century medieval priory that belonged to a Carmelite order known as the White Friars. Find out more including where to find it and how to see it for free.
In Bishops Square, beside the renovated Old Spitalfields Market you can see a 14th century Charnel House - a store for human bones. This archaeological find was discovered in 1999 and has been preserved for everyone to see.
St. James's Piccadilly in London is another church designed by Sir Christopher Wren in 1684 and is often named as his favorite. Recitals are at 1.10pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and last 50 minutes. All are free to attend but a donation of £3 is suggested.
St Olave's Church, Hart Street, in the City of London is a small medieval church, where Samuel Pepys and his wife Elizabeth lie buried. It was badly damaged during the Second World War and fully restored during the 1950s. St. Olave's is a peaceful place to listen to music, with a lively lunchtime recital series.
Prince Henry's Room in Fleet Street is one of the few houses in London which survived the Great Fire of London in 1666.
Directions on how do you find the Peter Pan statue in Kensington Gardens, plus further information about this delightful statue.
The Courtauld Institute of Art Gallery at Somerset House in London is free every Monday from 10am to 2pm.
London has some great parks for skating and many regular FREE skating events if you fancy meeting up with some like-minded folks.
The Wallace Collection runs a free drawing event for all the family on the first Sunday of each month. No need to book.
How to be a member of a TV show audience in London.
Every Wednesday the Comedy Cafe in London has its famous New Act Night.
Risky Buildings features a number of London's architectural curios in its list of buildings under threat of demolition or redevelopment.
The Geffrye Museum in east London gives an insight into how Londoners have lived over the years. It's a museum of English domestic interiors and has room sets from 1600 right up to today.
The Scoop is the sunken amphitheater on the south side of the Thames Path, next to City Hall, near Tower Bridge. It hosts free events from May to October including music, theater, film, dance, photography, and storytelling.
The London Bat Group run regular evening walks to see bats in London. Check out their 'Bat Events' to see what's coming up. Don't worry, British bats only eat insects so there's no need to be afraid!
LondonFreeList lists all the events and attractions in London that you don't need much money to go to. They are all either free or cost no more than £3 maximum. There are 1000 entries and the site is updated daily.
London Visions web site's list of places to visit for free including: Bank of England Museum, Percival David Foundation of Chinese Art, Sir John Soane's Museum, St James Park, and Trafalgar Square.
This site includes self-guided walks, things you can get for free (including food!), as well as things to see and do.
London is often said to be one of the most expensive cities in the world, but with the
King's College London guide to free museums, attractions, and activities, you needn't spend a fortune to have a great time!
