London, a city in the United Kingdom, is often known for the London Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and Buckingham Palace. But London has more to offer, yes, for free as well. Have a walk through the museums and the parks of London; also, the markets have more to offer. There are many art galleries with sculptures, textiles, and furniture to watch for free. Explore the Gothic-style architecture, the glass chandeliers, and many more, and the best thing is you don’t have to pay a single penny. So book your gateway to this fun English holiday with London tour packages from Pickyourtrail for a seamless experience!
20 Places to visit in London for Free
- National gallery
- Houses of parliament
- Victoria and Albert museum
- Borough market
- Science museum
- Tate Modern
- Trafaglar Square
- Kensington’s gardens
- Natural History museum
- St Pauls Church
- Hampstead Heath
- British museum
- HydePark
- Changing of guards
- East London Street Art
- greenwich Park
- Columbia road Flower Market
- Sky Garden
- See the deer in Richmond Park
- Portobello Road Market
1. National gallery
The National Gallery has the best paintings from the world. The masterpieces from renowed painters like Van Gogh, Da Vinci, and Michelangelo are displayed at the National Gallery. Whenever you go, the visit to the gallery is always free.
2. Houses of Parliament
Take a royal feeling by walking through the royal houses of the Parliament, where official work is done. It is also the home of a Big Ben—the biggest clock and very famous for clocking the sound every 15 minutes. The House of Parliament is also known as the Westminster Palace.
3. Victoria and Albert museum
If you love art, sculptures of ceramics, metal, and glass, this is an absolute place to visit. You can see the beautiful chandeliers in the paintings and art of famous painters and artists. Also, fashion furniture and textiles are exhibited. This is the free museum, so you can explore the best sculptures across the world.
4. Borough Market
Food, fruits, and food!! The very old market in London, where you get varieties of food and fresh fruits all and around. You can also shop your favourite savours. In winter, the borough market has a borough market festival where several stalls of very different food items are there throughout the lanes. This market was started 1000 years ago and has loads of food options to serve.
5. Science Museum
The major museum at the south Kensington’s exhibition road since 1985.
It is one of the best place in the world to explore science, where you can see the world’s best collections of Scientific, technical, as well as medical inventions up to date. Some of the collection themes in are
- The medicine gallery.
- The railway transportation since old, where you can find old posters, handbills, and many more.
- The art and artwork of various artists.
- The industrial revolution from textile industry to coal and mining.
6. Tate Modern
Tate Modern is the museum established in 1897 and has a vast collection of items from the renowned painter JMW Turner. It is the most artistic gallery, and the best thing is it is free to visit. Located at the Trafglar Square, you can sit inside Tate Modern and watch the street outside from small sitting place
7. Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar square has many interesting sights like the Nelsons column, the national Gallery, etc. Trafalgar square is like a small times square of New York. It is a public square in City of Westminster in central London. You can shop at the covent market, walk down to see the Big ben, Houses of parliament and visit the National Gallery. Also have a view of The fourth Plinth-The statue designed by bySir Charles Barry in 1841.It is a statue of closed fingers with a vertical thumb.
8. Kensington Gardens
The Royal Gardens of London spread across 270 acres of land. You can take a look at the Peter Pan Statue, the Albert Memorial, and the Diana Memorial playground as well. The serpentine bridge and gallery and the Speke’s monument are major attractions here. The memorial garden of Diana is dedicated to the Princess of Wales and a member of the Royal Family.
9. Natural history museum
The Natural History Museum has a collection of over 80 million items displayed. Most of the items are artefacts and old historical things. The very famous items are the skeleton of the Blue Whale and of a huge dinosaur. The gallery is divided into 4 sections: blue, green, red, and orange. The types of science like Zoology, Mineralogy, and Botany zones are divided. This gallery is really worth visiting, and the best part is it is free of charge.
10. St Paul’s Church
Don’t confuse between St. Paul’s Cathedral and church. This is also known as Actors Church. This church is a British icon designed by architect Inigo Jones. The church has a connection with the theater community by organising the concerts and music, and hence is known as the Actors Church.There are a number of plaques dedicated to British actors and actresses inside the church.
11. Hampstead Heath
A very green place in London.It is a shrubland and also the ancient parkland at the outskirts of the city. You can view the beautiful city and the Parliament Hill from Hampstead Heath Park. Have a small picnic with you and your loved ones and enjoy the scenic beauty of the zoo, the other three swimming ponds, and quite some spots of nature.
12. British Museum
This is one of the top attractions for tourists and is free. The coffins of Egyptian mummies and the pictures are kept. The museum displays more than 8 million artefacts of art, culture, and history. The museum also displays a treasure of Rosetta stone to Samurai armour. The museum was built in 1753 by the famous Irish scientist and physician Sir Hans Sloane.
13. Hyde Park
Hyde Park is the most phenomenal and among the royal parks of London. During winter, Hyde Park organizes the Winter Wonderland Festival, which turns the Hyde Park into a dreamland. In addition, enjoy ice skating, circus, different rides, and illuminated lights during winter. The park has tons of trees and numerous types of flowers. You have buildings, a bird sanctuary, statues, and many more inside the park.
14. Changing of the Guards
Changing of the guards is outside the Buckingham palace. You can enjoy it every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 11am at the gate of Buckingham Palace. The guards dressed in a red tunic and bear-skin hats and music playing throughout the ceremony is really amazing.
15. East London Street Art
I love to walk the streets with graffiti and feel like a modern city. At many streets, you can see the graffiti, but at the chance street, experience the art of the hedgehog sketch by native Americans. The streets are attracted by the alphabets and glowing colours with some sketches as well as the thoughts.
16. Greenwich Park
Take yourself to the top of Greenwich Hill and have a free view of the city and Canary wharf behind the 17th-century Queen’s house. In the middle of the park, you can view the statue of James Wolfe, a famous British officer. You can have a view of the Thames River, Vanbrugh Castle, and the National Maritime Institute.
17. Columbia road flower market
Flower lovers paradise in London! London’s most colourful markets with varieties of flowers. You can buy herbs, plants, flowers, and seeds as well. The timings are from 8 am to 3 pm.You can also find cute cafes, antique shops, vintage stores, small galleries, and restaurants across the street.
Note: The markets are very busy and crowded.
18. Sky Garden
Spot the city from top. The Sky Garden offers the view of the city from its 43rd floor with its open terrace. Try the best food at the restaurants located at the Sky Garden. There are several bars that offer British cocktails and snacks as well.
19. Spot the deer at Richmond Park
Richmond Nature Park is a top site for ancient trees and animal species. It is also known as Deer Park.Rare species of fungi, wild flowers, and long grasslands and deer herds can be spotted. Chill at Roehampton Cafe after spotting deers.The park also offers you a golf course, cycling and a stay at Pembroke Lodge (additional cost).
20. Portobello road market
Travelled so many places now let’s shop! Portobello Market is located at Notting Hill. It serves vintage clothes, antiques, and delicious street food. In the 19th century, only food was served in the market.The market has Georgian-styled architecture, which attracts people more.
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