How much money should I take with me to London?

You can endlessly discover, explore, fall in love with London. One of the oldest cities in Europe combines attractions, culture of different historical eras. It is a dynamic and colorful metropolis with endurance and patience typical of England.

A city with an area of ​​almost 1800 sq.m. and a population of over 8 million stands on the Thames. There are 5 international airports here. Cars move on the left side of the street. The entrance to the center is paid, so there are never traffic jams. The climate is temperate, with warm summers and mild winters.

Half of the people on the central streets are tourists. Guests of the capital of the United Kingdom have an acute problem of choice: they want to see bridges, towers, museums (there are about 240 of them), ancient churches, attractions, palaces, historical buildings, find time for city walks, shops, satisfy gastronomic needs, enjoy the atmosphere of London pubs.

If you plan a trip in advance, carefully consider the budget, you can see a lot, enjoy the trip and not go broke.

Budget seasons to travel to London

The capital of England is one of the most expensive cities in the world. High season - New Year and Christmas holidays, the period from May to June. The cheapest air tickets can be bought for the second half of January, the second and fourth weeks of February, for April. Winter in London is windy and rainy, temperatures can drop to -5 ℃ degrees, but it is difficult to call a harsh winter.

Booking tickets costs 3-4 months in advance, so you can save up to 30% of the cost. In January-February, the cost of living in hotels, hostels, and apartments is reduced here. In the second half of January, you can book a room in a 2-3 star hotel within walking distance of the metro for 90-95 GPB per night. The same accommodation option in May-June will cost £130 and up.

You can find out when it is cheaper to go to the English capital after studying the prices for air tickets and accommodation. The best time to visit is September. The weather is still warm in summer, the flow of tourists is weakening, so housing prices and queues for sightseeing are somewhat reduced.

How much money should a tourist take to London?

According to statistics, the average daily budget of a tourist is 145 pounds. This amount includes meals, excursions and entertainment, transportation costs. Airfare is not included. You can spend up to a hundred pounds a day if you visit free attractions.

The specific amount of money depends on the wishes of the tourist, where you live, how you eat, what shops you go to. The minimum amount that is advised to take with you is 650-750 pounds for a week. To feel comfortable, it is better to have a reserve of 100-200 pounds.

The main items of expenditure for tourists in London

Vacation spending starts with the purchase of a plane ticket and does not end there. The main expenditure items of London tourists:

• accommodation. The cost of renting housing depends on its location and format. The cheapest option is a hostel, from 25 pounds. A hotel room, when booked in advance, costs 50-150 pounds and more, depending on the number of stars. Living in the center is more expensive than in the second or third zone. There are offers that are optimal in terms of cost in 4-5 zones of the city. It is worth considering that the farther from the main attractions you settle, the more money you will spend on transport. Historic areas accessible to tourists - Lambeth, Chelsea. Inexpensive hotels here are located next to the respectable mansions of millionaires. It is convenient to stay with the family in Fulema, there are many places for hiking, there are markets, restaurants;
• fare. The cheapest way to get from the airport to the capital is by electric train. At the airport, you need to buy a universal travel card, Oyster Card, for travel by public transport. Replenishment of 30 pounds is enough for about a week. A pleasant way to save money on transport is walking. In London, all conditions have been created for pedestrians, and along the way you can sit in a colorful cafe or on a park bench;
• food. Traditionally, the high markups on food are simply due to the fact that this is London. But, due to high competition, here you can find inexpensive products and cafes with nice prices. A full English breakfast with bacon, sausages, toast, eggs and a hot drink starts at £6. A set lunch costs 10 euros and more;
• entertainment and excursions. Spectacles in London abound. Museums, galleries are free and paid. It is convenient and inexpensive to take a bus tour for 2-3 days to see the main attractions. Package tours cost less than individual tours. The bus is comfortable to travel, especially in winter. Tickets purchased for museums, sightseeing online are cheaper.

London is prim and cold only at first glance. The capital of Great Britain impresses with cordiality and hospitality. Careful budgeting is essential to a successful trip.