London On The Cheap

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London is undoubtedly one of the most expensive cities in the world. It goes without saying that touring  the city can take a heavy toll on your pockets.

Despite the cost, London remains a wonderful and interesting travel destination that should not be missed by any traveler. To help you stretch your travel money when visiting the city, here are some effective cost cutting tricks.

Enjoy big discounts with a student ID card if you have one. London is a student-friendly city and many establishments offer special rates to students. You can save big amounts of money on food, tours, attractions and transportation if you can show your student ID. Just make sure that your ID is up to date so you can take advantage of the student discounts.

When visiting tourist spots and attractions, a pass is even better than a student ID card. If you are planning to visit several attractions during the day, a London pass can be a great money saver. You can easily purchase it online and it allows you to visit more than 50 top attractions.

With a pass, you save not only on admission fees but you also spend most of your time enjoying the sights rather than waiting in long queues to purchase admission tickets.

Invest in a good map of the city and save money on transportation. Rather than rely on cabs to take you around, check the map for directions and rely on your own two feet and a good pair of walking shoes to take you to your destination and also enjoy the benefits of the exercise.

If you need to cover more distance and walking is not a viable option, taking the bus is another inexpensive option. Investing in an Oyster Card for the Underground transportation system will also save you 50% more or less on reduced fares.

When choosing a place to stay, hotels or hostels in the outskirts of the city are much less expensive compared to those located in the city center. Don’t worry about being situated away from the city’s top attractions because the "tube" can easily bring you to your destination in just 15-30 minutes tops.

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