Five Original Ways to Visit London

The vast and ancient city of London offers so many fun and exciting adventures for visitors. However, enjoying these adventurous moments comes at a price – money. If you have ever had to cancel a trip to London because you were low on budget, then this article is for you.

Here we will explore five original ways you can visit and explore the city of London on a budget.

Ways to Explore and Enjoy London

There are dozens of different ways to get around London. Below are five suggestions to help you on your journey.

Rent a Boat

You can rent a boat on the river Thames and cruise around London. The boats are available for hire at any of the over 40 locations along this historic waterway, which stretches from its source in Oxfordshire to the sea at Gravesend.

The best time to visit is in spring or autumn when there is less traffic as many people enjoy both boat-based activities (including sailing) and hot air ballooning. In the winter months, however, you will need warm clothes as the average temperature in January is 8.5° Celsius.

If you want something more relaxing than hiring a boat or taking a ferry ride by yourself (which can be quite expensive), consider hiring your private cabin rather than sharing one with other passengers; each cabin comes complete with bed linen and towels so that guests have everything they need for their journey downriver. Some even include tea and coffee-making equipment.

Cycle

Cycling is an affordable and convenient way to explore your favorite places. It allows you to go where you want without having to worry about parking, public transport, and congestion.There are several bike sharing London companies in central London. This option will allow you to explore all parts of London while finding great places for lunch along the way. You can also choose to rent a bike for a day or longer if you want to take your time exploring the city while on vacation.

Take a Walk

London is a city that can be explored on foot. It has everything you need to get around: parks, shops, restaurants, museums, and theaters, and all of it is within walking distance.

If you want to see the city’s architecture through its streets and squares, then walking may be your best option. There are also plenty of hidden gems along your route that will surprise you, and they are all worth checking out, if only for their beauty. 

Consider Taking a Bus 

You will need a bus pass to get around London. If you do not have one yet, it is easy to buy one at any train station or online. To use your new pass, just show it when boarding or getting off a bus.It is highly recommended that tourists catch bus number 453 for a thrilling bus ride, which takes you through the Oxford Circus, Houses of Parliament, London Eye, and Downing Street for as low as 1.80 euros. 

Use an Oyster Card

If you are planning on traveling by bus for more than two days in a row (or if you live near London and plan on staying overnight), consider buying an Oyster card as well. This allows unlimited travel across all modes of transport, except for the tube network.

If you have a negative balance on your Oyster card, there are plenty of ways to top it up. You can do it at any time, even if you are already in London. You can top up by going into a ticket machine or shop and paying for an add-on with cash or credit/debit card. If this is not possible for whatever reason, then we recommend topping up online. Necessary personal information such as your name and email will be required by any online platform you use, before confirming that they have received payment from your bank account and then sending out new credit in minutes.

Conclusion

Enjoying a trip to London is achievable. You can take the tube, bus, train, walk, cycle, use the river, or even use the bike share option. Regardless of which method you choose, all of these methods will help you have a fascinating London experience.