Places to stay in London

Five free things to do in London

Richmond Park

You’ll be sharing 2,500 acres with two herds of red and fallow deer. Don’t miss the Isabella Plantation – beautiful at any time of year, exceptional in the spring when the azaleas are in flower.

London Southbank Centre

This welcoming space on the Thames regularly holds free concerts, dance performances and arts oriented fun.

Maritime Greenwich

Visit the Royal Observatory, National Maritime Museum and The Queen’s House – all free. Explore the maritime history of Britain, navigational and astronomical discoveries, and seafaring deeds that led to the voyages of discovery.

British Library

The UK’s national library and home to unique exhibition galleries. Many exhibitions are free though some do incur an entrance fee.

Royal Air Force Museum, Hendon

The history of aviation from the earliest balloon flights to the latest “Eurofighter.” The museum has special events throughout the year.

There's nowhere in the world quite like London

There's nowhere quite like London - whether you're checking out the kooky fashions at Camden Market, taking in performances at the London Southbank Centre or wandering the vast green expanse of Richmond Park, there's always something new to do.

The UK capital is constantly evolving, and while some of the attractions may be pricey, YHA's wide selection of cheap London hostels means you don't have to splash out on accommodation, leaving you with more cash to spend doing the things you really want to.

It's hard to know where to start when talking about the things you can do on a city break in London, but there really is something for everyone. First-time visitors may want to do some sightseeing, taking in famous landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge, or spend time exploring the city's vast wealth of museums and art galleries, many of which are free to visit.

Alternatively, you may want to live it up in the trendy clubs and bars of Soho and Shoreditch, get a bite to eat in a bohemian Camden café or take in a West End musical - it's all there for the taking!