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18 fantastic free things to do in London

London is a huge city with lots of things to do but it can be a bit exhausting to find something which is fun and totally free of cost. So, here is the list of places and things to do in London for free.
Also, find the top popular attractions to visit in London now.

  1. First and foremost, visit Sky Garden if you haven’t yet to enjoy beautiful city views from the 32nd floor of this building commonly known as walkie talkie because of it’s unique shape. This is a public garden and is free to visit, all you have to do is pre book your free tickets on their website.
View from Sky Garden

2. The garden at 120 is another amazing rooftop garden to relax and enjoy the stunning city views. You don’t need a booking for entry here. You can just walk in at any time during opening hours.

3. Hyde Park is another great free place (park) to visit and spend your day. If the weather is good, you will love your visit. You can have a small little picnic with your family. Roam around and click pictures near the small lake. Best place for a perfect family day out.

4. The most instagrammable area, Neal’s Yard, you would have seen this as a backdrop in pictures of almost all the Instagram bloggers. This beautiful & colorful place is situated just around Covent garden.

Neal’s Yard

5. Go and watch the changing of guards at Buckingham Palace if you haven’t yet. I mean how can one miss this. You are in London after all. 😁

6. Notting Hill is the most colorful area of London with colorful pastel houses and enjoy shopping at portobello road market. Do not forget to visit the Notting Hill gift shop.

Notting Hill

7. Now, something for art lovers, Tate Modern, is another free place to enjoy the collection of modern and contemporary art. It also has a cafe to enjoy coffee and snacks.

8. Take a stroll on Queen’s walk and enjoy mesmerizing London city views. The amazing Tower bridge, the Gherkin, the Shard, and many other skyscrapers that are popular among tourists visiting London.

9. Plan a day at Little Venice and enjoy its beautiful canals and waterways. As the name suggests, it is Little Venice of London which will actually make you feel like the one in Italy. haha. With cosy pubs and waterside restaurants, this place is perfect for your date night or a day out with your loved ones.

Little Venice, London

10. Leicester square is one place that never fails to amaze me. Though I would recommend visiting here if you are a party animal and love the city nightlife but it is equally fun in the daytime with its amazing restaurants.

11. Another area to find fantastic restaurants and pubs is Piccadilly. The most prominent and happening in London. From restaurants to nightclubs and shopping, it has everything you need.

12. If you are someone into history and science then the perfect place for you to visit in London is National History Museum. It is one of the famous attractions of London. The best part is that it is just within walking distance from Buckingham palace and hyde park.

National History Museum

13. One of the famous tourist spots, the Stone lions at Trafalgar square. Your trip to London is incomplete without visiting here. Though, it is very busy most of the time.

14. Talking about parks, St. James Park is another gem and perfect for a day out with family and friends. The park is even beautiful during autumn. All the colorful leaves, just make it so alluring and a perfect spot to click pictures.

15. Head to Leadenhall market to enjoy shopping and delicious food. The iconic, vibrant and beautiful market in the heart of London is all you need to relax, enjoy and shop.

Leadenhall Market

16. Primrose Hill is another public park and located near the London zoo. It is a perfect green place to get away and look at the city skyline while sipping your favorite drink.

17. This one is a hidden gem and especially so beautiful during autumn, St Dustan in the East, the place is not usually busy but it has actually gained some popularity recently. But make a time to visit here and click some amazing pictures.

18. Roam around and explore Camden Town and its amazing market, perfect for a get-out as well as some local street shopping. This area has a lot of rooftop open restaurants & pubs. You will find many food stalls with vegan options as well.

Camden Town

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Shivani

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