London on a Budget

London is full of exciting places to visit but remember it doesn’t have to cost you a fortune as there’s plenty to do a budget.  Here’s a few ideas from our recent day trip to London.

London on a Boris Bike

Boris bikes!

This is a great way to get around London,  especially the London Parks, and it’s a great way to save money too!

The Barclays Cycle Hire scheme is open to tourists, visitors and residents alike in fact everyone over the age of 14. There are two charges made on these bikes, an access fee, (starting at £1 a day) and a usage fee, (dependant upon how long you have the bike in your possession).

Before you access the cycle hire scheme, you sign up either online or at the docking station on the day. Once you’ve paid your access fee, it’s down to you how much the bike ride is going to cost!  Remember, the first half hour of every journey is free of charge with the next 30 minutes charged at just £1.

As this is a scheme for short journeys by bike, the charges become progressively more expensive the longer you have the bike.  So it’s best to return your bike to a docking station as soon as you have completed your journey – you can always pick up another one later!  For further details, go to Barclays Cycle Hire in London.

Entertainment at Covent Garden

There is a never ending stream of entertainers at Covent Garden all year long so there is bound to be something for  everyone at this venue.  Acts tend to last around 20/30 minutes and often involves audience participation!  Whilst we like suggest things to do on a budget, do remember to tip the entertainers as this is how they make their living.

London Markets

The London markets offer an opportunity to explore a different side to the capital city experience and a chance to pick up a bargain to boot!  We opted for Camden Market, (now open every day), and checked out the world of alternative fashion.  There are plenty of other markets to choose from including Portobello Road, (antique & flea market) & Columbia Road, (Sunday Flower Market).

For more ideas of what to do in London on a budget, go to Top Dog London; how to enjoy London on a budget

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