London has endless attractions ranging from historic landmarks, museums, and leisure centres to indoor theme parks.
But with so many to choose from, the price of a day out in London can often add up and quickly become very expensive.
While there are many paid-for attractions in the capital, there are just as many free locations offering visitors the chance to explore and enjoy without paying a penny.
So you don’t have to hunt down free attractions, we’ve created a handy list of five of the best free attractions you can enjoy in London.
5 of London’s best free attractions
Natural History Museum
The historic Natural History Museum has long been part of London’s museum scene, offering visitors the chance to learn about the history of the Earth and explore the museum’s collection, which spans more than 4.5 billion years.
Along with its vast collection of 80 million objects, the Natural History Museum is renowned for its Victorian architecture, which is itself worth exploring.
One recent visitor took to TripAdisvor to give the museum a five-star rating, sharing: “My kids were fascinated from minute one to the point when we had to leave (we didn’t want to!).
“It is unbelievable that the museums in London are free. What a great idea.”
Horizon 22
You can see the capital from the clouds for free with Horizon 22, London’s highest viewing platform.
Offering 300-degree views of the capital, you can see British landmarks like you’ve never seen them before.
Tickets must be booked online for free beforehand, via the website.
On Tripadvisor, one guest of Horizon 22 said: “Horizon 22 is really a beautiful place; you can admire a breathtaking view, and it is the highest gallery in Europe, so it is definitely worth it. I have been there with my family, and it was really fun.”
Victoria and Albert Museum
The Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum is home to one of London’s largest collections of historical and modern artefacts.
Completely free to visit, there are exhibitions and displays for everyone including the likes of photography, theatre, fashion, art and much more.
Visitors get the choice to explore the V&A for free or you can choose from a wide range of free guided tours for defection sections of the museum.
Kyoto Garden
London is also home to a hidden Japanese garden, the Kyoto Gardens in Kensington’s Holland Park.
Free to enjoy, the peaceful spot was a gift from the city of Kyoto to mark the longstanding friendship between Great Britain and Japan and to celebrate the Japan Festival in 1992.
Kyoto Garden was designed to be filled with foliage including weeping acer trees and dahlias along with the famous cherry blossom tree.
On Tripadvisor, one fan said: “Peaceful, calming and beautifully maintained.
“A lovely walk around the pond with the extra bonus of seeing the resident grey herons and a peacock.”
Guildhall Art Gallery
Guildhall Art Gallery dates back to 1885 to displays the City of London Corporation’s vast art collection.
But much of the gallery was destroyed during World War II seeing the gallery redeveloped with new levels, a library and more in 1985.
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While rebuilding, the remains of an ancient Roman Amphitheatre were found which is now open to the public to explore.
Described as a hidden gem, one visitor said: “A real gem in London – very much worth a visit.
“We had a wonderful guided tour from Frances through the galleries and Roman amphitheatre, which as a former Londoner, I didn’t know existed.”