Affordable London: 21 ways to explore the city on a budget

Notoriously expensive, the English capital can be low cost with a little know-how, writes insider and bargain hunter Sarah Rodrigues
Affordable London: 21 ways to explore the city on a budget

London isn't as expensive a city as it's made out to be - here are our writer's tips.

With 18.8 million international visitors in 2023, London’s popularity as a tourist destination shows no sign of waning, despite the fact that it’s known almost as well for its priciness as for its rich history, diverse culture and unmissable landmarks. 

That said, the UK capital has plenty to offer the budget-conscious traveller … you just need to know where to look.

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