Free & Cheap

On a budget? Looking for something free to do in London? There is plenty on offer for less than £5 - and we're here to help. London doesn't have to be as expensive as you think.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

This Man Will Write A Short Story For You, While You Pass Through St Pancras Station

Your own bespoke tale.
Museums & Galleries
By Will Noble

See The Smashed-Up Guitar From The Clash's Iconic London Calling Album

Free exhibition coming to Museum of London.
Art & Photography
By Will Noble

This Giant Light-Up Chameleon Appears In Brick Lane This Month

Its colours are like our dreams.
Features
By Olivier Guiberteau

This Geocaching Adventure Takes You To A Pauper's Cemetery And An Old 'Death Railway'

It sounds easy. It often isn’t.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist Staff

Free And Cheap Events In London This Week: 12-18 August 2019

All £5 or less.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

Climb Aboard 40 Vintage Boats Near Tower Bridge This September

"We are saaailing, we are saaaaailing...."
Art & Photography

Discover The Latest Gems On London's Art Scene At The Friendly And Free New Artist Fair

Seek out the next big thing.

Free & Cheap
By Londonist Staff

Free And Cheap Events In London This Week: 5-11 August 2019

All £5 or less.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist Staff

Free And Cheap Events In London This Week: 29 July-4 August 2019

Live music, Love Island and late-night museums - all free.
Music
By Will Noble

There's A Free Concert In This Stunning Sky Garden Tomorrow

Like the Proms but with better views.
Videos
By Londonist Staff

Lost Bells, Original Signs And Cheesy Dungeons: The Secrets Of Borough Market

250 years of delicious history.
Art & Photography
By Tabish Khan

This Psychedelic Maze And Fun House Just Opened In Mayfair

The Instagram shot of the summer.

 ★★★★☆
Things To Do
By Will Noble

See 500 Rubber Ducks Take To The Canal This Week

What the duck?!

Free & Cheap
By Londonist Staff

Free And Cheap Events In London This Week: 22-28 July 2019

All a fiver or less.
Things To Do
By Laura Reynolds

9 Unmissable Events At Totally Thames 2019

Stinking rivers, underground concerts and wildlife secrets.
Art & Photography
By Harry Rosehill

The Thames Is Aglow! These 4 Central London Bridges Are Now Illuminated

See Southwark, Millennium, London and Cannon Street bridges in a new light.
By Victoria Smith-Graterol

Hackney Wick Transforms With A Mega Art Festival

London’s biggest open art studio event.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist Staff

Free And Cheap Events In London This Week: 15-21 July 2019

All a fiver or less.
History
By Will Noble

Tragedienne Who Had Her Nose Smashed In By Vandals And Wore A Crisp Packet Tiara, Gets A £17k Facelift

Until recently, Sarah Siddons was a sorry sight.
Food
By Zoe Craig

Where Can Kids Eat For Free In London?

Children's food for nothing at these fab London restaurants.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist Staff

Free And Cheap Events In London This Week: 8-14 July 2019

All a fiver or less.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

The 9 Best Family-Friendly Art Galleries In London

Educate and entertain your kids.
Museums & Galleries
By Will Noble

Even The Moon Is Celebrating London Pride This Weekend

A heavenly body just got prettier.
Museums & Galleries
By Londonist

Eye Up A One Hundred Million Pound Banknote At This Museum

325 Years, 325 Objects.