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Our favourite (and free) things to do in London

Despite its reputation for being an expensive city to explore, there's a whole host of free things to do in London.

Explore the museums

From the V&A to the National Gallery, many of London’s museums are free to enter. Kids will love the larger-than-life dinosaur skeletons at the Natural History Museum, while culture vultures will want to tour the Tate Modern. Make sure to take in the views from the tenth-floor terrace.

Enjoy fresh air at the many parks

In London, green spaces abound. The most famous is Hyde Park, but we think Regents Park, St James Park and Kensington Gardens are just as noteworthy. Richmond Park, on the outskirts of the city, is where wild deer roam the sprawling 800 acres. Trust us – it’s well worth a ride to the end of the District Line.

Take in the views at the Sky Garden

There are many free things to do in London from ground level, but few offer the chance to view London sights from higher up. The Sky Garden is the city’s highest public garden, occupying the top floors of the ‘Walkie Talkie’ building. The panoramic views are arguably some of the best in the capital, but it gets busy, so book your visit in advance.

Why choose Plum Guide as an alternative to Airbnb in London

At Plum Guide, we don’t just list homes. We scrutinise them. Our team of local experts vet every home available, only accepting the top 3% and rejecting those that don’t meet our stringent standards. Why? To save you from a disappointing stay.

We have an in-house care team - efficient and empowered home experts, whose sole task is to make your stay exceptional.

Our cancellation policies are unrivalled. In the very rare event that your host cancels 48 hours after your booking, we will do all we can to find you a Plum home up to 20% more expensive than the original. Within 5 days of check-in, it’s up to 50%.

We believe in total transparency. At Plum Guide we refuse to hide anything from our guests, preventing any unwanted surprises. We offer honest snippets of information that will help you find the best home for your requirements. Located on a noisy street? Patchy wifi? It’s mentioned in our home truths.

From self-catering family homes to short-term studio apartments, Plum Guide offers the most remarkable homes in London – all meticulously curated by our team.They can be found in neighbourhoods like upscale Kensington and Chelsea, cool Notting Hill, and trendy Shoreditch. Want to be in the centre of the action? Try one of our vacation apartments in London near Westminster or Covent Garden. If a host isn't passionate about exceptional standards, they simply won't make the cut.