Visiting London on a Budget

London is not only one of the most sought-after tourist destinations being rich in culture, history, class, and number of attractions but it is also one of the most expensive cities in the world in all aspects of the stay. However, by following a few suggestions and taking a few precautions, it is possible to enjoy a stay in London even with a restricted budget.

Free Things Galore:

Undoubtedly, some of the famous attractions and enjoyable things to do in London are quite expensive, but the city also offers loads of free things to see and so including free museums, attractions, spectacles, and a whole lot of free events. Museums such as Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are quite expensive but there are many others such as Tate Modern, National Gallery, Museum of London, and the British Museum are all free to visit. Most of the parks such as the Royal Parks and other open spaces such as Hampstead heath are all free to enter. Similarly, many outdoor events such as Changing of the Guard, art exhibitions, bookshop readings, and lunchtime concerts are free and worth seeing.

Whereas there are many luxury hotels in the city that offer excellent accommodation but at a cost, there are quite a lot of budget hotels in London that offer comfortable rooms with all basic amenities in the clean and hygienic environment at affordable cost. These hotels are available in all parts of the city and even in central London close to most attractions.

Cheap Commuting Facility:

Whereas normal fares on public transport especially taxis are quite expensive, it is possible to commute cheaply by getting an Oyster Card which is a quick pass into the public transport system and can prove to be more than 50 percent cheaper than single ride tickets.

Staying close to Paddington station in Shaftesbury London Paddington will enable you to get easy connectivity to most attractions of the city and to most other parts of the city. You will also get to stay in a luxury hotel at an affordable cost.

Buy a London Pass:

With this pass, you get free access to 32 attractions including many of London’s highlights such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and the War Museum along with free public transport.

If you wish to enjoy a luxurious stay at the affordable cost, you should try and avail of a London Holiday Package which is a selection of packages that are offered by Shaftesbury hotels and will provide you the best possible experience whilst exploring London.

Airport Transfers:

Getting into the city from the airport can be quite expensive by taxi but you can reduce this cost by taking the tube provided you can deal with your bags and for that, you need to pack light. The Heathrow Express train takes just 15 minutes to reach Paddington station from the airport and you can save on the cost by booking early.

While visiting London it is a good idea to stay at one of the shaftesbury london hotels that feature some of London’s most distinctive accommodation located close to most attractions and other places of interest.

Free Walking Tours:

In order to see the city from close quarters with a commentary from a guide, it is a good idea to take free walking tours that will enable you to get a true feel for the city.