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The UK is a top choice for holidaymakers from around the world. With summers approaching soon, travellers are searching for the perfect spot and London has pleasant weather, long sunny days along with cool breeze that sets the mood right for a holiday.

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“During Pre-Covid times, London attracted 21 million tourists in 2019”.

Source: www.cityoflondon.gov.uk - Tourism statistics.

For most people, airfare is expensive and inevitable. Therefore, during the actual stay in London the budget gets limited. Nevertheless, we have got your back! If you are planning to visit the UK, we have curated a budget-friendly guide just for you!

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TOP 5 fun things to do for £5 or less in London

London has numerous spots where you do not have to spend a penny; it is free and/or discounted.

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Eat at an Indian Restaurant

The India Club has lip-smacking flavoursome food and their South Indian cuisine starts from just £5. This is the right place when you crave tasty Dal and Idli Sambhar

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See – Shakespeare as the Bard

intended it for £5. Take a dive into the Renaissance era by getting a ticket at the Shakespeare’s Globe.

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Ride an Urban Cable Car

for £3.50. London’s very own cable car offers a spectacular view over the Thames, inside a gently swinging gondola.

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A night at the Opera

A night to remember at the Opera, you can buy tickets of performances of your interests – also, starts from £5

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Great Fire of London

See London from the top of 311 stairs, for only £5 – The monument, a stone pillar memorializing the Great Fire of London is one of London’s most visited tourist spots

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BONUS

London is home to some of the biggest parks and nature trails that you can explore for FREE

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Do not miss these places while holidaying in the London

Have the most-touristy experience while you are visiting London!

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When you wish to take a break from all the sightseeing, you can visit the Greenwich Market – London street food at its best and most affordable

If you have some extra time on your hands and don’t mind exceeding the budget, these are some beautiful and off-beat places to visit (outside cities) in the London

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Best time of visit London

  • Spring (late March to early June) & Autumn (September to November)
  • It is usually warm and dry in these months. See beautiful spring flowers or the leaves changing hue in autumn
  • Summers are warmest in the south-east of England, being closest to the European mainland, and coolest in the north

With this budget-friendly travel guide, you should be all set to consider London to be your next holiday destination.
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