{"id":1787,"date":"2021-03-12T08:03:27","date_gmt":"2021-03-12T02:33:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/67.205.158.89\/?p=1787"},"modified":"2025-01-29T19:16:24","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T13:46:24","slug":"things-to-do-for-free-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/things-to-do-for-free-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do for free in London"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/things-to-do-for-free-in-london\/#1_Museums_Galleries\" >1. Museums &amp; Galleries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/things-to-do-for-free-in-london\/#2_Public_Parks\" >2. Public Parks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/things-to-do-for-free-in-london\/#3_Changing_of_Guards\" >3. Changing of Guards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/things-to-do-for-free-in-london\/#4_Sky_Garden_Observatory\" >4. Sky Garden Observatory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/things-to-do-for-free-in-london\/#5_Street_Performances\" >5. Street Performances<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>UK\u2019s capital can be expensive, especially for students on a budget. Lucky for you, we have a list of free things to do in London. Here\u2019s how you can enjoy the city without spending a penny!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Museums_Galleries\"><\/span><strong>1.<\/strong> <strong>Museums &amp; Galleries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As the cultural hub of England, London is chock full of beautifully curated art galleries and educational museums with free entry! Science enthusiasts can check out the National History Museum with hands-on exhibits or the Science Museum with historic collections and an IMAX theater.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4811 size-jnews-750x375\" src=\"https:\/\/images.weserv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.universityliving.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F03%2Fmusium-650x375.jpg&#038;w=1024&#038;q=75&#038;output=webp\" alt=\"Museums\" width=\"650\" height=\"375\">Other popular options include the National Gallery with stunning collections by masters like Van Gogh, the British Museum with artifacts ranging from the Rosetta Stone to Elgin Marbles, the National Portrait Gallery for a walk down history, and Tate Modern for its incredible, modern art exhibits. The Museum of London deserves special mention \u2013 it is home to the memoirs of Ignatius Sancho, an 18th-century British writer and the first person of colour to vote in a British election.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Public_Parks\"><\/span><strong>2. Public Parks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No visit to<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/city\/london\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> London<\/a><\/strong> is complete without taking a stroll through its lush public parks. The city is home to eight picturesque parks with free entry. Popular choices include Hyde Park, Regent\u2019s Park, Green Park, and St. James Park. When the sun\u2019s out, head over with a book and a snack for some fresh air. Hyde Park is also known for its Speaker\u2019s Corner, where every Sunday, people from all walks of life talk about everything from aliens to movies.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Changing_of_Guards\"><\/span><strong>3. Changing of Guards<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve moved to London, you\u2019ve got to witness the changing of guards at Buckingham Palace at least once. It happens almost every odd day, but it&#8217;s best to check the website for exact dates. The action begins at 11 AM and lasts for about 45 minutes, but we recommend showing up at 10 AM to get a prime spot near the fence line. Keep an eye out for pickpockets!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sky_Garden_Observatory\"><\/span><strong>4. Sky Garden Observatory<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is a uniquely built public space that offers 360-degree uninterrupted and spectacular views of the city. The free entry makes this an obvious crowd favourite, so we recommend booking online a week in advance to reserve your spot! There\u2019s also a bar on the property so you can grab a bite after soaking in the sights.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Street_Performances\"><\/span><strong>5. Street Performances<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The city is home to fabulous street performers who operate near popular tourist hangouts, especially&nbsp;around Covent Garden. All performances are free to watch, but an appreciative quid or two is always welcome!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4812 \" src=\"https:\/\/images.weserv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.universityliving.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F03%2Fmusician-1284394_640-640x375.jpg&#038;w=1024&#038;q=75&#038;output=webp\" alt=\"Street Performances\" width=\"671\" height=\"393\">From street dancing, magic shows, and puppetry \u2013 there is a whole new world of entertainment just waiting to be discovered.<\/p>\n<p>These are just some of the many free things to do in London. Which one are you doing first?<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UK\u2019s capital can be expensive, especially for students on a budget. Lucky for you, we have a list of free things to do in London. Here\u2019s how you can enjoy the city without spending a penny! 1. 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