What budget to travel London? Money and currency

What budget for activities and outings London?

London has over 200 museums. Some public museums are free. You enter without paying anything and have access to all the permanent collections. In many major museums, a donation is welcome, from £5. Temporary exhibitions, on the other hand, are not free.

If you opt for the Visitor Oyster Card, you'll benefit from discounts on certain visits. You can also opt for the London Pass, which offers free entry to over 90 tourist attractions and museums, as well as unrestricted access to the busiest places. It is available for one or more days, with the following prices for adults: 1 day: £89, 2 days: £124, 3 days: £137, 4 days: £149, 5 days: £164, 6 days: £169, 7 days: £179, 10 days: £199.

Free museums include : The British Museum, The National Gallery, The Natural History Museum, The Imperial War Museum, The National Portrait Gallery, Tate Britain, Tate Modern, The Victoria & Albert Museum, The Museum of Science and Industry, The Wallace Collection.

In London, there are many parks, so it is very easy to do outdoor activities for free. In the huge Hampstead Heath park you can even swim in pools set up in the middle of the greenery. You can also go on organised free rollerblade rides around the city.

Prices are about the same as in France. Some major American retailers are slightly cheaper in England. Don't forget that everything here is in pounds, so check the exchange rate beforehand to make sure you're getting a good deal. VAT is included in all prices. Travelers from non-EU countries whose stay does not exceed three months can claim a refund, provided they have their passport. You can pay in all stores by credit card. Some readers will ask you to pay in euros, but the conversion rate is often unattractive.

It usually costs at least £25 to get into a club. Expect to pay around £6 for a pint of beer and between £10 and £20 for a cocktail. No tipping in pubs and bars.

What budget to eat London?

London offers a wide range of dining budgets. Numerous chains are located throughout the city, offering reasonably-priced meals. Pubs are also a good option for inexpensive British cuisine. From Prêt à Manger to Michelin-starred restaurants, London has something for everyone. Credit cards are accepted in virtually all restaurants, and even for a single pint at the pub. If the portions are a little too generous for you, don't hesitate to ask for a " doggy bag ", a practice much more widespread in England. You can take your leftovers with you, or the end of your bottle of wine.

A pint costs on average “London between £4 and £6 in pubs depending on the neighbourhood. Any little pub accepts credit cards. We don't pay tips in bars

What is the budget for accommodation London?

Night in a youth hostel from £40. Double room in a standard hotel from £95. In the business districts of the City and Canary Wharf, prices drop at weekends when business travelers return home. Most hotels can be booked online, which often means discounts, especially if you book in advance. If you're staying for at least three days, Zone 2 is the best choice, as it has excellent transport links and is still close to the center and attractions. Prices there are lower than in the ultra-center.

Alternatively, you can opt for YHA (Youth Hostels Association, www.yha.org.uk), an organization that groups together some 150 youth hostels across Great Britain, including several in London. Open to all, inexpensive and with good standards of cleanliness and comfort, they're the economical way to stay in the capital. Membership costs between £20 and £25 per adult per year. The card also entitles you to discounts depending on current offers. From £25 per person for a night in a dormitory. In addition to the YHA, there are other chains of privately-owned and managed youth hostels. They are often equivalent in terms of quality and price.

Travel budget London and cost of living

London is one of the most expensive cities in the world. A stay in London is not cheap. Transport and accommodation are certainly the most expensive, as are the monuments to visit. A bus ticket costs £1.75. A night in a hostel costs around £30/£40, while a double room in a hotel costs from £90. Try to stay in zone 2. It's cheaper and still very well served. Fortunately, most museums are free and you can eat cheaply in pubs and chains like Prêt à Manger. Expect to pay £12 -£15 for a full meal in a pub and £5.50 for a pint. A 15% tip is paid in restaurants. A minimum of £50 per day is required, not including accommodation.